Apr 30, 2026 | Hot-Plate Welding, InfraStake, IR Welding, Laser Welding, nanoSTAKE, Spin Welding, Ultrasonic
When designing a plastic assembly, one of the earliest and most important decisions engineers face is how the parts will be joined. Two of the most common options are plastic welding and plastic staking. While both methods are widely used, they serve very different purposes and lead to different outcomes in terms of strength, appearance, cost, and performance.
If you’re evaluating plastic joining methods early in your design process, understanding the difference between plastic welding and plastic staking can help you avoid costly redesigns and manufacturing challenges later on.
Jun 10, 2024 | Hot-Plate Welding, InfraStake, InfraWeld, IR Welding, Laser Welding, nanoSTAKE, Spin Welding, Ultrasonic
“What technology should I use to join my application?” is one of the most common questions we get from customers looking to ensure the best performance and durability for their project. Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to that question. Several factors go into whether or not an application is compatible with different plastic welding technologies, and understanding them is key to making an informed decision.
Jan 5, 2024 | Hot-Plate Welding, InfraStake, InfraWeld, IR Welding, Laser Welding, nanoSTAKE, Spin Welding, Ultrasonic, Uncategorized, Vibration Welding
One of the more difficult questions I get asked by our customers is how to optimize assemblies for strength. This is an incredibly complex question but an important one when it comes to product development. Simulations like Finite Element Analysis are always a helpful tool, but FEA only provides some of the information, not all of it. Here are some questions to begin with during the development process
Jun 22, 2023 | InfraStake, nanoSTAKE
Understanding the latest technologies and best practices is crucial for designers and engineers in the plastics industry. This article will overview plastic staking technologies, focusing on two cutting-edge methods: InfraStake and nanoSTAKE. You’ll learn about the similarities and differences between these methods and their respective advantages for different types of plastic applications. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to optimize your product design for plastic staking.
Oct 13, 2021 | Hot-Plate Welding, InfraStake, IR Welding, Laser Welding, nanoSTAKE, Ultrasonic
If you’re familiar with plastic welding, you’ve probably encountered ultrasonic welding. It’s the most well-known plastic welding technology. But just because it’s popular, doesn’t mean it is the best choice for every application. It has many benefits, but also some drawbacks. What do you do if ultrasonic welding isn’t your best option? And how do you know?
May 13, 2020 | nanoSTAKE, News
Extol is pleased to announce that we have received a patent for our revolutionary nanoSTAKE plastic staking technology. This is Extol’s second patent for a staking technology that will change the manufacturing industry. NanoSTAKE was developed to.
