The widespread adoption of high-gloss surface RHCM injection technology is driving a new wave of upgrading of plastic molds for automotive and household appliances
2026-01-15
In 2026, RHCM (Rapid Heat Cycle Molding) technology for high-gloss, weld-free surfaces is being rapidly adopted in plastic parts for the appliance and automotive industries. Gradually replacing traditional post-painting technologies, this process is rapidly increasing the demand for high-gloss plastic molds and becoming a new growth point for the plastic injection molding industry.
By applying this technology, products such as TV front frames, car air conditioner housings and car light bases achieve a smooth surface without the need for painting and without visible signs of soldering of the material. This reduces the number of production steps, reduces the environmental costs of painting processes and is in line with government policy to promote environmentally friendly production.
In the home appliance sector, plastic molds for LCD TV front panels and bases are actively being converted to RHCM technology. In the automotive industry, high-gloss injection molding is increasingly used in the production of high-precision plastic components such as Mercedes-Benz climate control housings, headlight bases and other vehicle exterior components.
According to industry statistics, in 2026, the order volume for high-gloss molds increased by 18.7% compared with the previous year. Small and medium-sized mold manufacturers are accelerating the modernization of their production facilities, and enterprises with mature RHCM mold development technologies are gaining a noticeable advantage in order costs. As a result, the industry's production capacities are increasingly concentrated in technologically advanced market leaders.
