Shopping Basket Mould

Professional shopping basket mould designed for retail environments. Features reinforced handles and optimal capacity for convenient shopping. The mould produces baskets with excellent load-bearing capacity and attractive appearance that enhances store branding.

Cycle Time

35-40 seconds

Mould Life

500,000+ shots

Material

PP / HDPE

Key Features

Double folding handles
High load capacity (25kg+)
Logo customization area
Smooth interior surface
Stackable when empty

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Technical Specifications

Product Size	480 x 320 x 280 mm
Mould Size	750 x 600 x 550 mm
Cavity	1 cavity
Steel	P20 / 718H
Hardness	28-32 HRC
Runner System	Hot Runner
Ejection	Hydraulic Cylinder

Applications

Supermarkets

Retail Stores

Shopping Malls

Convenience Stores

Transforming Retail Experiences Worldwide

Our shopping basket moulds power retail operations from European hypermarkets to African supermarket chains, helping brands create memorable shopping experiences.

European Retailer Partnership

In 2021, a leading German discount retailer needed to update their shopping basket fleet across 3,000 stores. Their requirements were demanding:

Baskets must survive 5+ years of daily abuse
Handle mechanism must withstand 200,000+ fold cycles
Custom brand colors must match exactly (Pantone precision)

We developed a reinforced handle mechanism that exceeded their expectations, achieving 250,000 fold cycles in accelerated testing.

The Economics of Quality

Many retailers learn the hard way that cheap baskets cost more in the long run:

Replacement costs: Low-quality baskets need replacement every 2 years
Customer perception: Broken baskets reflect poorly on brand image
Safety liability: Failed handles can cause customer injuries

Our baskets provide true 5-year durability, reducing total cost of ownership by 40%.

Customization for Brand Identity

The shopping basket is often the first touchpoint between customer and store. We offer:

Exact color matching: Pantone or RAL color codes
Logo integration: Molded-in logos that never fade
Unique handle colors: Two-shot molding for contrast handles

Handle Engineering: The Heart of Shopping Basket Design

The double-folding handle is the most critical component of shopping basket design, and where most competitors fail.

The Challenge of Handle Durability

Standard shopping basket handles fail through a predictable pattern:

Living hinge fatigue (most common)
Handle attachment point stress cracking
Grip area erosion from customer use

Our Proprietary Handle Solution

We developed a three-component handle system that addresses each failure mode:

1. Optimized Living Hinge Geometry

Parameter	Standard Design	Our Design
Hinge Thickness	0.6mm	0.4mm
Hinge Width	15mm	22mm
Pre-stress Angle	0°	15°
Fold Cycles	50,000	200,000+

The counter-intuitive thinner hinge works better because PP material flows more evenly, creating consistent molecular orientation.

2. Reinforced Attachment Points

We use a boss-and-rib system at handle attachment points:

4mm wall thickness at stress concentration zones
Gusset ribs distribute load over larger area
Radius corners eliminate stress risers

3. Textured Grip Surface

The handle grip features:

0.5mm deep texture pattern for comfortable grip
Slightly raised edges prevent hand slipping
Smooth underside for easy cleaning

Load Capacity Engineering

Our 25kg capacity rating is based on:

Static load: 35kg (safety factor 1.4x)
Dynamic load: 20kg dropped from 300mm height
Fatigue load: 15kg, 10,000 load cycles

Injection Parameters for Optimal Handle Formation

Critical molding parameters for handle quality:

Melt temperature: 230-240°C (PP)
Injection speed: Medium-fast for hinge area
Hold pressure: 60% of injection pressure
Cooling time: Extended for handle area (25 seconds)

Why Choose Our Shopping Basket Mould

200,000+ fold cycle handle mechanism - 4x industry standard

25kg load capacity with 1.4x safety factor

Custom branding area 150x80mm on each side

Pantone/RAL color matching available

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our Shopping Basket Mould

How do you customize the logo area on shopping baskets?

We offer two logo integration options: 1) Engraved/debossed logos (included in base price) up to 150x80mm per side, and 2) Raised/embossed logos requiring slight core modification. For color logos, many clients use hot stamping or in-mould labeling (IML) which we can optimize the mould for.

What is the minimum order quantity for custom colors?

The mould itself accommodates any color. The minimum order for custom-colored baskets depends on your production partner, typically 5,000-10,000 pieces to justify a dedicated color run. We can refer you to production partners if needed.

Can the handle be designed for metal reinforcement?

Yes, we offer a metal-insert handle variant where a steel wire runs through the handle grip. This increases capacity to 35kg and is popular for industrial/wholesale applications. The mould includes insert positioning features.

How does your basket handle compare to competitors?

We've tested 12 competitor baskets. Key differences: Our hinge survives 200,000+ folds vs. industry average of 50,000. Our 25kg capacity exceeds the typical 15-20kg rating. Our grip texture scores 4.2/5 in user comfort studies vs. 3.1/5 average.

What basket sizes are available from this mould design?

Our standard design is 480x320x280mm (approximately 35 liters). We can scale the design to 28-liter or 45-liter variants with proportional mould modifications. The handle mechanism scales appropriately.