Rotational Molded Pallet
Production Process
Rotational molding, rotomolding, or rotocasting is a production process to form hollow parts of limitless size. This is a cost-effective method to produce large plastic parts. Resins are added into a mold that’s heated and rotated slowly, both vertically and horizontally. The simultaneous heating and rotation distributes and fuses the resin on the inner surfaces of the mold. The result is a product that contains seamless parts with a uniform wall thickness with more material in corners to absorb shocks and stresses where they occur most.
Decades Later
In 1961, the first polyolefin powder, a low-density polyethylene, was publicly demonstrated to the rotational molding industry. Polyetheylenes remain one of the most popular materials for rotomolding, because of the process ability, broad range of properties, and low cost. Major thermoplastic raw material suppliers have investigated specially formulated powders for rotational molding, including polypropylene, nylons, polycarbonate, rigid polyvinyl chloride and others. These powders can be foamed or reinforced with fiberglass. In addition to the raw material suppliers, many rotational molders also have used custom grinding services or have their own in-plant grinding capabilities which have also enlarged the material selection for this process.
Added Sanitation
Maximize sanitary food handling practices at your plant with the industry’s most hygienic plastic pallet design – Rotational Molded Pallet. Some of these pallets even have features built-in for an added layer of protection. This fights against bacteria harboring and abuse inside plants and operations associated with the FDA. Most pallets come equipped with an impact resistant double-wall HDPE construction. This feature delivers the industry’s highest useful-life-to-cost ratio, so you can be assured optimum sanitary service for years to come. Easy to clean, lightweight for operators and highly durable.
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