JATCO, Incorporated

Last week, Steven Ames, our Director of Sales had the opportunity to participate in BEAM Circular’s BioCatalyst Industry & Innovation Exchange in Lodi, California. The event brought together manufacturers, innovators, researchers, and sustainability leaders focused on advancing California’s circular bioeconomy and creating new opportunities from renewable resources. BEAM Circular’s mission of transforming waste into opportunity through bio-based manufacturing aligns closely with the direction we see shaping the future of plastics manufacturing.

At JATCO, Incorporated, sustainability is more than a conversation—it is part of our manufacturing strategy. We continue to explore and utilize bioresins and other sustainable material solutions that help customers reduce environmental impact while maintaining the performance, quality, and reliability required for demanding applications. By incorporating renewable and bio-based materials into injection molded products, we help support a more circular approach to manufacturing while delivering the production expertise our customers depend on.

Events like BioCatalyst reinforce the value of collaboration between agriculture, manufacturing, and technology sectors as we work toward innovative solutions that reduce waste, create new material streams, and strengthen domestic manufacturing.

We appreciate the opportunity to partner with BEAM Circular and connect with organizations that are driving the future of sustainable manufacturing. To learn about our sustainability initiatives and custom injection molding capabilities, check out our website: www.jatco.com. You can also contact Steven Ames, Director of Sales, [email protected] or 209-985-2329.

As we have mentioned, JATCO, Incorporated, has deep knowledge of selecting correct materials for specific applications. Fire-retardant materials play a critical role in modern injection molding—especially in industries where safety, compliance, and reliability are non-negotiable.

From electrical housings and automotive components to medical devices and consumer electronics, many molded products must meet strict flame-resistance standards to reduce fire risks and improve user safety.

Common products requiring fire-retardant plastics:
• Electrical connectors & switchgear
• EV battery components
• Appliance housings
• Medical equipment enclosures
• Aerospace & transportation parts
• Industrial control systems
• Consumer electronics

Common fire-retardant materials used in injection molding:
• Flame-retardant ABS
• Polycarbonate (PC) blends
• Nylon (PA6/PA66) with FR additives
• PBT & PET engineering resins
• PPS and PEI for high-temperature applications
• Halogen-free flame-retardant compounds

These specialized materials are designed to meet standards like UL 94 while maintaining mechanical strength, durability, and processability.

As products become more electrified and compact, the demand for advanced fire-retardant injection molded materials continues to grow—helping manufacturers balance performance, safety, and compliance.

Let our expertise guide your next injection molding opportunity. Our Team will work relentlessly with you every step of the way to ensure successful mold and the best possible price. Contact us today. Check out our website: www.jatco.com. You can reach out to Steven Ames, Director of Sales, [email protected] or 209-985-2329.

Name This Product?

We are playing this game again.

Last week we asked you to Name That Product. We gave clues that it is deployed at resorts around the world to stop hazardous events from occurring. Well, this device is used for avalanche control. It is fired into snow banks to bring about controlled avalanches. The goal is to release unstable snow thus preventing larger, unpredictable avalanches from occurring.

The new product in question is used as a calming agent and can be purchased anywhere in the United States. It is overmolded in two different materials, one rigid and one that is pliable like rubber. Please feel free to email [email protected] with your ideas on what this is.

Are you Looking for a dependable plastic injection molding partner to power your operations? Then look no further. JATCO, Incorporated, delivers innovative solutions, proven expertise, and a commitment to keeping your business moving forward. Whether you need innovative technology or dependable support, that’s why customers choose us. From advanced manufacturing and engineering support to maintenance, repair, and full-service solutions, our capabilities are designed to meet your ever-changing needs at every stage. To learn more, go to www.jatco.com. You can also contact Steven Ames, Director of Sales, [email protected] or call, 209-985-2329.

Name That Product?

With plastic injection molding, you never know what might come through the door. JATCO, Incorporated, is a Custom, Plastic Injection Molder. This means that we are not “captive” to a particular industry. For 50 years, we have been engineering and molding components for electronics, agriculture, toys, recreation, sports, automotive, solar, medical, housewares, construction industries and much more.

Today we are playing a game of Name That Product. Hint: This product is deployed at resorts around the world to stop hazardous events from occurring. No, it is not a warning system and is not used in safe rooms. It is shot from a cannon-like device. Feel free to message us with your guesses. We will unveil its use next week.

Potential customers contact JATCO, Incorporated, for a range of custom plastic injection molding needs, especially when off-the-shelf solutions will not cut it. Companies often reach out to us when they require custom-designed parts, whether for new product development or improving an existing component for better performance, durability, or cost efficiency.

We are your plastic injection molding go-to partner for engineering support—from part and mold design guidance for material selection and manufacturability optimization. Customers frequently engage when scaling production, looking for a reliable manufacturer capable of high-volume runs with consistent quality, or when transitioning from prototyping to full production.

JATCO, Incorporated, is not your typical plastic injection molder. We offer complete fulfillment capabilities, and we provide exemplary service to our customers. Contact us today with your next injection molding opportunity. Find us at: www.jatco.com. You can contact Steven Ames, Director of Sales, 209-985-2329 or [email protected].

These are images of our 1500-ton plastic injection molding press. This press delivers the power and versatility needed to produce large, high-performance plastic components. With the ability to mold parts up to approximately 4' x 4' and weighing up to 21 pounds, this press supports a wide range of applications—from heavy-duty industrial products to large structural components.

Backed by advanced molding technology and extensive manufacturing expertise, we ensure consistent quality, strength, and precision across every part, making it ideal for demanding, high-volume production programs.

This large, plastic injection molding press is well-suited for applications requiring:
.High projected surface areas .Thick wall sections .Tight dimensions in large geometries .Repeatable performance .Large, heavy-duty components.Consistent quality

Having a large plastic injection molding press gives us capabilities to mold products requiring structural integrity, dimensional stability, and repeatable performance in high-volume production environments. Typical applications include pallets, containers, agricultural crates/components, and other large-format parts.

Combined with JATCO, Incorporated’s engineering expertise and process control, the 1500-ton press delivers consistent quality across complex geometries and heavy-wall sections, while maintaining efficiency and reliability at scale.

Having an injection molding press this large is unique in Northern California. If you have large components you are looking to injection mold, contact us today. Check out our website: www.jatco.com or contact Steven Ames, Director of Sales, [email protected] / 209-985-2329.