Injection Moulding Machine for Refrigerator Shelves, Drawers, Egg Trays and Ice Trays
Refrigerator crisper drawers, shelf frames, egg trays and ice trays are made on horizontal injection moulding machines from SAN, PS, PP and ABS. Drawer footprint, part depth and cavity count decide machine size. For clear drawers, gating and cavity polish matter most, because SAN and PS show every flow mark.
Machine choice for these interior parts turns on platen size and opening stroke for deep drawers, plus steady injection for clear, low-stress mouldings. Pratishna Engineers supplies horizontal injection moulding machines for refrigerator interior parts and can recommend a configuration for your drawer or tray tools.
Moulding Refrigerator Drawers and Trays?
Share your drawer or tray drawings, grade and model volumes, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a suitable machine.
Machine Requirements for Refrigerator Shelf, Drawer and Tray Moulding
Interior parts work cold and loaded, and clear ones are inspected by eye on the assembly line. Points that guide the machine choice:
- Gating and polish for clear SAN drawers without flow marks
- Low-temperature impact grades for loaded shelves and drawers
- Opening stroke for deep crisper drawer cores
- Flexible PP for ice trays that twist without cracking
- Food-contact grades with clean colour change
- Flat shelf frames and runners for smooth drawer travel
Recommended Machine for Refrigerator Shelves, Drawers, Egg Trays and Ice Trays
Egg trays, ice trays and small dividers fit the E Series (75-180 T), often in multi-cavity tools. Crisper drawers and shelf frames have larger footprints and deeper cores, which call for the platen area, tonnage and stroke of the C Series (140-320 T), with the H Series (120-350 T) for the widest drawers.
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Injection Moulding Machine Buyer Resources
Download practical resources to help you select, size and specify the right machine.
Horizontal Injection Moulding Machine Selection Guide
A step-by-step guide covering the key inputs needed to select the right machine: product weight, projected area, number of cavities, plastic material, required clamping force, shot / injection capacity, mould dimensions, production quantity, cycle time and automation requirement.
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How to Calculate Clamping Force for an Injection Moulding Machine
A clear methodology that explains how clamping force is calculated, covering projected area, injection pressure, safety factor, number of cavities and material considerations.
Download PDFPDF · 363 KBWhite Goods & Appliances Components & Machine Guide
A guide to White Goods & Appliances components, covering washing machine tubs and panels, refrigerator liners and trays, AC louvres and grilles, fan blades, mixer bodies and appliance housings. It explains large-part moulding, cosmetic finish, flame-retardant grades, and how to match each part to a suitable machine.
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FAQs / Buyer Questions
Answers to questions that come up when refrigerator interior parts are planned.
Which Injection Moulding Machine Is Used to Make Refrigerator Drawers and Trays?
Size follows the part footprint. Small trays and dividers fit the E Series, and full-width crisper drawers or shelf frames need the larger platen and stroke of the C or H Series.Why Do Refrigerator Drawers Crack in the Cold?
Many clear grades turn brittle at fridge temperature, so a drawer that handles well in the plant can crack when loaded cold. Choose a grade with low-temperature impact data and avoid sharp corners and high moulded-in stress.How Do You Avoid Flow Marks on Clear Crisper Drawers?
Clear SAN and PS show flow lines, weld lines and gate blush. Use a well-placed gate, a polished cavity, steady injection speed and even mould temperature, and keep the resin dry and the barrel clean.
Which Material Is Used for Ice Trays?
Ice trays are often PP, which stays flexible in the freezer so cubes release when the tray is twisted. A food-contact grade is needed, and thin walls must fill evenly to avoid weak corners.Can Pratishna Recommend a Machine for My Refrigerator Drawer or Tray?
Yes. Share drawings or samples, the resin grade, part weights, mould dimensions including core depth, cavity counts and volume per model, and Pratishna Engineers will recommend a suitable machine.Does the Machine Suit Other Refrigerator and Appliance Parts Too?
Yes. It can also mould water dispenser and drip tray components, door handles, hinge covers and appliance fan housings, subject to the mould size.
Technical Disclaimer
Disclaimer: The information provided in this webpage is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is based on technical references and industry information available at the time of preparation and may be subject to change. It does not constitute engineering, technical, commercial or professional advice, nor does it constitute a quotation, specification, warranty or contractual commitment by Pratishna Engineers.
Actual injection moulding machine and process requirements vary according to the component design, material, mould, production volume, machine configuration and operating conditions. The information, examples, calculations and recommendations provided should be independently evaluated and verified for the specific application before making any equipment, process or production decision. Information obtained from third-party sources remains subject to the accuracy and limitations of those sources.
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