Earth Day: Intro to Injection Molding at Precious Plastic NYC
Join Women in Design NYC for a hands-on workshop at Precious Plastic NYC as we launch our new series, Creator Collective. **This event is open to women and non-binary individuals of all experience levels in industrial design who want to learn more about injection molding.**
Step inside the studio of Precious Plastic NYC that is redefining the lifecycle of materials. This workshop introduces the fundamentals of injection molding and circular manufacturing, guided by founder Gary Dusek.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Machine Operation: Gain hands-on experience with the setup, safety protocols, and operation of an industrial shredder, machine saw, and injection molding machine.
Tooling & Molds: Learn the mechanics of mold setup, understanding how part geometry and mold design influence the final physical outcome.
Injection Process: Learn the fundamentals of tooling: mold materials, costs, design requirements, and the technicalities of the injection process.
DATE AND TIME
Saturday, April 18th
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
LOCATION
Precious Plastic NYC
432 Austin Pl, Bronx, NY 10455 (Google Map)
Take subway Line 6, and exit from E 143 St-St Mary's Station
TICKET OPTIONS
All revenue from ticket sales goes directly to Precious Plastic NYC as a donation to support their mission of circularity. Ticket prices are discounted for the Women in Design community and include all materials and instruction.
Please select your ticket based on the object you wish to make. If you would like to create more than one object during the session, additional pieces can be purchased and made on-site as an add-on.
A. Intro to injection + 1 small cup $48
(Approximately 2.75" tall x 2.75" diameter. Choose this option if you want to decide in-person.)
B. Intro to injection + 1 mini planter $55
(Approximately 2.75" tall x 3.55" diameter)
Donation to support the important work being done at Precious Plastic NYC: Venmo
⚠️ Safety First: Please wear hair tied back, closed-toe shoes, and comfortable clothes you don't mind getting a bit dusty. We recommend bringing a mask (N95 or similar), as the plastic injection process can produce odors and fumes.
ABOUT PPNYC
Precious Plastic NYC consults, educates, develops, and implements neighborhood solutions related to the global plastic waste problem. Using small-scale, closed-loop manufacturing methodologies allows the team to address waste at the ground level, with tangible, beautiful end results. The mission is to keep neighborhoods free of plastic waste while simultaneously creating opportunities for waste reuse in the arts, design, education, and circular manufacturing. [ Instagram ]
ABOUT WID NYC
As part of Industrial Design Society of America, Women in Design New York City (WID NYC) Chapter exists to foster positive gender equity within our profession and create welcoming environments for women, women-identifying or non-binary individuals, and allies to network, connect, and learn from one another in New York City and surrounding areas. [ Instagram ]
ABOUT CREATORS COLLECTIVE
As our world becomes increasingly saturated with digital assets, the value of industrial design stands with its differentiation and power of physical experience. Creators Collective is a new WID NYC series dedicated to tactile exploration and skill-building. These workshops create space to build confidence with hands-on tools and explore the high-touch outcomes of product-making.
REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS
Class size is strictly limited to ensure hands-on time with the machinery. You may cancel and receive a refund up to seven days before the class. After that, refunds are contingent on us being able to fill your seat from the waitlist. Please note that platform fees may be non-refundable.