Driving the automotive industry forward.
Since 1981, we've been at the forefront of coloring automotive parts, bringing unmatched expertise to the table. Our commitment to excellence means we tackle even the toughest challenges, ensuring precise color control and developing cutting-edge formulations that withstand intense ultraviolet exposure. With our knack for achieving stunning color harmony in polyolefins and various engineering resins, we're not just a service provider; we’re your trusted partner in creating vibrant, resilient automotive solutions.
Offerings
Automotive Approvals in a variety of polymers
ABS, PP, filled PP, PA, glass-filled PA, Cu stabilized PA, Cu stabilized glass-filled PA, SMA, PETPO, PMMA, Ionomers, PBT, PC, POM, polyester type TPE, styrenic type TPE, olefinic type TPE, polyurethane type TPE, PPO, PPE
Formulate at various let down ratios and incorporate a number of special effects or functional additives.
Color concentrate additives can be incorporated into a color masterbatch formulation or provided as a stand-alone additive masterbatch.
Ultra-violet inhibitor, anti-oxidants, scratch & mar, flow modifiers, nucleators, impact modifiers, anti-static additives, valve-fated tool enhancer, chemical foaming agents
Use Case
The Challenge
Identify cost savings for the injection molder by converting the colorant from precolored compounded resin to masterbatch colorant and natural resin, blended at the injection molding machine.
The Result
Uniform Color successfully converted this program from precolored compounded resin to masterbatch and natural resin, blended at the injection molding machine. By doing so, the injection molder was able to store its natural resin in resin silos located on the exterior of the building (instead of storing 2000 lb. gaylord boxes of precolored compound in the warehouse). The molder has since added additional injection molding machines to the space that once housed precolored compound inventory.
The cost difference between precolored compound and masterbatch/natural resin resulted in an annual savings of $1,164,000. The molder received a return on its investment within two months of startup.
The Customer
North American Tier 1 Injection Molder
The Program
Major Auto OEM
The Color
Ebony, Light Cashmere, Light Gray, Cocoa
The Parts
IP Knee Bolster, Console Undercarriage, IP Glove Box Door Outer, Door Map Pocket, Door Trim Lower, Console Class A, IP Trim Panel Glove Box, Door Switch Plate, IP Side Panel
The Polymer/Specification
ABS
The Volume
894,000 lbs
The Investment
$187,000 (Feeder/blenders and injection molding machine upgrades)
Contact Us
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