Injection Molding

Injection Molding Services in Canada

Injection molding is the workhorse of high-volume plastic manufacturing. Our network of Canadian injection molders operates presses from 25 to 3,000+ tons, producing parts from commodity plastics to high-performance engineering resins. Cleanroom capability available for medical and food-contact applications.

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Injection Molding in Canada: The Complete Guide

Injection molding transforms plastic pellets into finished parts using heat, pressure, and precision-engineered molds. It’s the most efficient process for producing large quantities of consistent plastic parts - and Canada has over 600 injection molding facilities.

Why Choose Canadian Injection Molding

Quality infrastructure. Canadian injection molders routinely hold ISO 9001, IATF 16949 (automotive), and ISO 13485 (medical). Cleanroom capability is widespread for medical and food-contact applications.

Material expertise. From commodity ABS to high-performance PEEK and liquid silicone rubber, Canadian molders have the material knowledge and processing capability to handle demanding applications.

Proximity. Mold tryouts, first-article inspections, and ongoing quality audits are a day trip, not an international journey.

Specifications

Injection Molding at a Glance

Certifications
  • ISO 9001:2015
  • IATF 16949 (Automotive)
  • ISO 13485 (Medical)
  • ISO 14644 (Cleanroom)
  • CSA Certified
Tolerances
Standard
+/- 0.1 mm
Precision
+/- 0.025 mm
Lead Times
Prototype
2–4 weeks (rapid tooling)
Production
6–10 weeks (production tooling) + 1–2 weeks (molding)
Network
Closed Beta

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Available Materials

ABS Polypropylene (PP) Polycarbonate (PC) Nylon (PA6, PA66) Acetal (POM) PEEK TPE/TPU Silicone (LSR) Glass-Filled Nylon Polycarbonate/ABS Blend

Industries We Serve

Consumer Products
Medical Devices
Automotive
Electronics
Industrial Equipment
Packaging
Aerospace

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does injection molding cost in Canada?
Tooling: $5,000-$15,000 for simple single-cavity molds, $15,000-$80,000 for multi-cavity production molds. Per-part cost: $0.50-$10 depending on size, material, and complexity. Higher upfront tooling investment translates to lower per-unit costs at volume.
What's the minimum order for injection molding in Canada?
Most Canadian injection molders require minimum runs of 500-1,000 parts to justify machine setup time. Some offer short-run molding (100-500 parts) using aluminum rapid tooling at a premium per-unit cost.
How long does injection mold tooling take?
Rapid aluminum tooling: 2-4 weeks. Production steel tooling: 6-10 weeks. Complex multi-cavity or hot-runner tooling: 8-14 weeks. Tooling timeline is the primary lead-time driver - actual molding runs take 1-2 weeks.
Can Canadian injection molders produce medical-grade parts?
Yes. Many Canadian molders hold ISO 13485 certification and operate cleanrooms rated to ISO Class 7 or 8. They provide IQ/OQ/PQ validation, material certifications, lot traceability, and documentation packages required for FDA and Health Canada submissions.

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