Injection Molding for Mining Applications in Extreme Conditions

 

Plastiques Gagnon manufactures millions of injection-molded components supplied to mining sites around the world.
Our components are used in critical applications where reliability, safety, and consistency allow no compromise.

We support international industry leaders through unique expertise in reinforced resins, high-precision tooling, and advanced automation.


Our Expertise in the Mining Industry

Components for Wired and Wireless Detonators

We manufacture critical components for modern detonation systems:

  • Wireless detonator housings
  • Connection components
  • Wired connectors
  • Internal protective elements
Industries - Mining Industries - Mining

History and Relationship with the Mining Industry

 

For over two decades, we have collaborated with leading mining groups across the Americas, Europe, and Africa.
This relationship is built on:

  • Proven reliability
  • Early-stage product design support
  • The ability to reduce time-to-market
  • Solutions that enhance the safety of detonation processes

Our expertise has been built over time in an industry where safety is an absolute imperative.


Industries – Mining

Our Expertise in the Mining Industry

Components for Wired and Wireless Detonators

We manufacture critical components for modern detonation systems:

  • Wireless detonator housings
  • Linkage components
  • Wired connectors
  • Internal protective components
 
Industries – Mining

Enhanced Quality Control

Our quality systems are designed to meet the critical requirements of each product:

  • High-precision dimensional measurements
  • Laser defect detection
  • Contamination control and surface cleaning
  • Advanced color and material management
  • Real-time statistical process monitoring
  • Guaranteed uniformity and consistency from batch to batch
  • Inspection laboratory
Industries – Mining

Reinforced Engineering Resins 

We work with a wide range of materials designed for extreme environments:

  • Carbon fiber–reinforced polymers
  • Glass fiber–reinforced materials
  • Mineral-filled compounds
  • Metal-filled compounds

These materials ensure:
durability, dimensional stability, mechanical strength, and enhanced safety.

Industries – Mining

Production Capacity

  • 60 injection molding presses (20 to 720 tons)
  • 15 robotic cells
  • Operating 24/7
  • 120,000 sq. ft. of total capacity (Saint-Jean-Port-Joli + Levis)

Automation and Robotic Cells Dedicated to Mining Production

Plastiques Gagnon operates fully automated production cells dedicated to mining components.
These enable:

  • 24/7 continuous operation
  • Absolute repeatability, essential for critical components
  • Elimination of human variability
  • Automated sorting and inspection
  • Reduced risks related to contamination or defects

Our automation teams also develop specialized tooling specifically engineered for this sector.


Expertise Driving Performance

 

With reinforced resins, Class 101 tooling, full automation, and over 25 years of experience, Plastiques Gagnon is a key partner for mining organizations seeking safety, consistency, and performance in every molded component.


Why Choose Us

 

Each year, more than 22 million components for the mining sector are delivered. The company holds rare expertise in detonation systems, connectivity components, and antistatic insulators. The resins used are specifically reinforced to withstand impact, vibration, and highly abrasive environments. Production relies on full automation, with robotic cells dedicated to mining applications. Tooling meets SPI Class 101 standards, ensuring maximum durability. Finally, quality control is particularly rigorous, integrating laser technologies, automated sorting, and AI-assisted camera defect detection.


Plastiques Gagnon FAQ

Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about our services, manufacturing processes, and plastic products.

FAQ Plastiques Gagnon

 

Do you manufacture components resistant to shock and vibration?

Can you handle very large production volumes?

Do you operate dedicated automated production cells?

Do you offer prototyping services?


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