Automotive Injection Molding

In the automotive world, precision isn’t just a target — it’s the baseline. Every vehicle on the road today relies on thousands of components that have to perform flawlessly, from the dashboard clips to the parts hidden deep under the hood. For decades, Moraine Plastics has been one of those quiet partners behind the scenes, building the injection-molded parts that help automakers move faster, lighter, and smarter.

Key Takeaways

• Automotive injection molding drives innovation — replacing metal parts with engineered plastics to cut weight and improve efficiency.

• Material science is critical — with tens of thousands of polymers to choose from, the right selection impacts performance, cost, and sustainability.

• Precision matters — Moraine Plastics engineers every mold to withstand harsh operating environments and meet demanding OEM standards.

• Experience sets the best apart — Moraine’s deep expertise in automotive applications helps clients move from design to production with confidence.

Metal-to-Plastic Conversion Expertise for Quality, High-Performance Outcomes

The push for lighter, more efficient vehicles has changed the game for everyone in the industry. Where once automakers relied on heavy steel or aluminum, today’s cars depend on engineered plastics that can handle heat, pressure, and stress — all while cutting weight and improving fuel efficiency.

“We’ve seen the transformation firsthand,” says Gerry Ford, president of Moraine Plastics. “What used to take a hunk of metal can now be achieved with a high-performance polymer that’s stronger, lighter, and often more sustainable. It’s opened doors to designs engineers couldn’t dream of ten years ago.”

That shift isn’t just about materials — it’s about rethinking how parts are made. Every curve, every tolerance, every gate and vent in a mold determines how a part will perform years down the line. That’s where Moraine Plastics thrives.

Engineering at the Core

Automotive injection molding isn’t forgiving work. Components have to survive brutal under-the-hood conditions — extreme temperatures, vibration, and chemical exposure. A few microns off can mean a leaky seal, a vibration issue, or worse.

Moraine’s engineering team knows that reality intimately. They’ve helped OEMs redesign fuel delivery systems, air intake parts, and cooling components to meet tighter performance specs without driving up costs. It’s a blend of material science, experience, and intuition — the kind that comes from solving thousands of real-world challenges.

Partners in Automotive Part Design & Material Selection

There are more than 25,000 plastic materials on the market, each with unique properties. Some resist corrosion, others absorb impact, and others still withstand heat and chemicals that would destroy conventional plastics. Selecting the right one isn’t guesswork — it’s part of Moraine’s daily craft.

“Material selection is where we often surprise customers,” Gerry Ford adds. “You’d be amazed how the right polymer can change everything — cost, weight, lifespan, even noise levels inside the cabin.”

From brake system components to powertrain parts, Moraine’s team helps manufacturers make choices that balance performance, longevity, and manufacturability — not just for today’s vehicles, but for the next generation of EVs and hybrid systems rolling off the line.

The Automotive Injection Molding Experts

Every molded part tells a story — one of design, durability, and trust. For Moraine Plastics, the journey doesn’t end when the mold opens. It continues with every vehicle that hits the road, powered by a team that believes precision manufacturing is as much about people as it is about polymers.