Metal Replacement Solutions

Plastic Conversion Benefits

Replacing metal parts with highly engineered polymers can generate large returns for your company through part consolidation and ease of manufacturability. After initial tooling costs, the total cost is often much less than the same part produced in metal.

At Thogus, we understand there is more to consider than simple replacement of a component in an application. We look at your labor burden and analyze your workflow to find out how many assembly steps can be taken out of your process so that you can reap the benefits.

Weight savings
Plastic products are lightweight, easier to use than metal, yet have increased structural strength. For a given metal component, you could realize a weight savings of 50% - 70% and 30% - 50% cost savings without sacrificing any structural properties

Elimination of corrosion
Plastics do not rust or oxidize, and are many times not affected by acids or base compounds.

Noise reduction
 Engineered plastics are inherently sound dampening, therefore, reducing the need for additional insulating components.

Part consolidation
 Costly assembly of several metal stampings or castings fastened together can often be replaced by a single injection molded part incorporating the features of the total assembly into the part design.

Lower friction rate
Select engineered materials provide better wear surfaces and have a lower friction rate than metals.

Ease of manufacturability
 Plastic components are more easily manufactured into complex shapes without expensive secondary machining steps.

Contact Thogus today to find out how we can create a metal replacement solution that could save your company money.