Slide Products

Slide Products Manufacturer of Cleaners, Rust Preventatives, Release Agents, and General Lubricants.

Boost your processing efficiency, profitability and environmental responsibility by upgrading to Slide Products and eliminate the costs hiding behind the status quo. What You Can Expect from Slide

Injection molders, extruders and blow molders rely on Slide Products to optimize cycle times, eliminate part defects, minimize downtime, and eliminate profit-killing plastics processing obstacles with h

igh-quality, specialized mold releases, cleaners, high-temperature grease, and purging compounds. The Slide customer service team’s plastics processing knowledge and experience can help you overcome the most difficult processing challenges. Mold maintenance technicians and mold makers trust Slide Products to protect their investment by keeping molds clean and rust-free with mold cleaners, rust preventives and MRO products. Other aerosol and liquid products manufacturers count on Slide for reliable contract can filling and packaging services. And everyone can count on Slide to safeguard the environment with practices that include facilitating the proper disposal of aerosol cans, eliminating all chlorinated solvents, including trichloroethylene (TCE), and helping eliminate volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and other materials that pose unacceptable health and environmental risks. Products, Services & Experience

Since 1953, Slide has provided high-quality products and services—including free plastics productivity assessments and purging compound trials—for the people who rely on us, who rely on us to keep their processes smooth and trouble-free. Slide distribution partners are the best in the business, providing local stocking for fast delivery and value-adding services to solve plastics processing and mold performance problems in the US, Canada, Mexico, and beyond.

Ever wonder why our mold cleaners dry at a specific rate?Fast-drying cleaners fail to dissolve resin. Slow-drying cleane...
07/14/2026

Ever wonder why our mold cleaners dry at a specific rate?

Fast-drying cleaners fail to dissolve resin. Slow-drying cleaners leave messy films.

We engineered our mold cleaners to evaporate at the exact rate needed to remove resin without leaving a film.

Find the right one for your specific needs - https://www.slideproducts.com/injection-mold-cleaners

The U.S. plastic manufacturing sector is showing promising signs of momentum with production expanding to its fastest pa...
07/09/2026

The U.S. plastic manufacturing sector is showing promising signs of momentum with production expanding to its fastest pace in three years. That’s good news but there is a much different economic environment since 2022 with rising energy, transportation and material costs. As expenses rise, the cost of poor maintenance extends beyond the price of wasted resin. This article explores what molders can and can’t control and how to keep the line rolling when production speeds up.

Read Article - https://www.slideproducts.com/news/when-production-speeds-up-small-processing-problems-get-expensive

Learn why small processing issues become expensive during busy plastic injection molding production and how preventive maintenance reduces scrap and downtime.

07/02/2026

Honoring 250 Years of Independence! 🇺🇸

It is a celebration not just of our history, but of the resilience, innovation and diverse voices that have shaped, and continue to shape, our future.

Happy Birthday, America!

When you invest in your production line, you need to know your equipment is built to last. That is why Slide stands behi...
06/29/2026

When you invest in your production line, you need to know your equipment is built to last. That is why Slide stands behind our products with an industry-leading 3-year warranty. ⚙️

This isn't just a policy — it’s a reflection of our commitment to technical operational quality and the long-term reliability you expect from a manufacturing partner.

https://www.slideproducts.com/

When a customer asks us about a non-flammable mold cleaner, our first question is “What problem are you actually trying ...
06/25/2026

When a customer asks us about a non-flammable mold cleaner, our first question is “What problem are you actually trying to solve?” Reducing fire risk is a valid goal but focusing on only one characteristic can introduce unexpected issues elsewhere. In this article, we explore some of these possible consequences, solutions and why non-flammable does not always mean safer.

Read Article - https://www.slideproducts.com/news/non-flammable-mold-cleaners-are-you-solving-the-problem-or-just-moving-it

If a customer asks for a non-flammable mold cleaner, the first question we always ask is: “What problem are you actually trying to solve?” Reducing fire risk is a valid goal; however, focusing on one single characteristic can sometimes unintentionally in

🛑 Stop PVC Gassing from Destroying Your Molds: The One-Step SolutionIf your shop runs PVC or flame-retardant resins, out...
06/23/2026

🛑 Stop PVC Gassing from Destroying Your Molds: The One-Step Solution

If your shop runs PVC or flame-retardant resins, out-gassing releases highly corrosive acids that aggressively attack and pit your expensive tooling. Standard rust preventives only block moisture — they don't stop acid.

That’s why we engineered Slide Acid V***r Neutralizer. This one-step powerhouse delivers maximum operational efficiency by instantly neutralizing corrosive acid vapors while simultaneously sealing out atmospheric moisture. No separate neutralizing coat is required, just spray and protect.

https://www.slideproducts.com/rust-preventive-inhibitor-sprays/acid-vapor-neutralizer-44011p

Acid V***r Neutralizer Rust Preventive is engineered to protect stored molds and dies from corrosive attack by hydrochloric and hydrobromic acids, as well as most common atmospheric corrosives and fingerprint acids. Widely used in the manufacturing of PVC and flame-retardant resin products, this rus...

06/19/2026

The High Stakes of Correct Ejector Pin Lubrication 🛠️

When grease is applied too heavily, it migrates. Excess lubricant bleeds directly onto the mold face, leading to catastrophic part bleeding, bleed-out defects and ruined cycles. On the flip side, under-lubricating causes severe friction, pin wear and eventual seizing.

Achieving operational efficiency requires precision: a thin, uniform barrier of a high-performance, non-bleeding grease that stays exactly where it is placed under extreme pressures and temperatures.

https://www.slideproducts.com/high-temperature-ejector-pin-greases/super-grease-43900

We want to extend our congratulations to Aaron Gibson, John Saunders and Amy Monsen on another remarkable work anniversa...
06/16/2026

We want to extend our congratulations to Aaron Gibson, John Saunders and Amy Monsen on another remarkable work anniversary! 👏

Thanks to their continuous drive and expertise, things are only getting better and better for our team, our partners and the facilities we support every single day.

June 23rd marks National Family Owned & Operated Businesses Day, dedicated to recognizing companies that have grown thro...
06/11/2026

June 23rd marks National Family Owned & Operated Businesses Day, dedicated to recognizing companies that have grown through multiple generations. Slide is very proud of reaching our 73 year milestone, but it was never about chasing trends or becoming the biggest name in the room. Our longevity is built on solving real problems for molders, building lasting relationships and adapting to an ever-changing industry.

Read Article - https://www.slideproducts.com/news/celebrating-national-family-owned--operated-businesses-day

National Family Owned & Operated Businesses Day highlights Slide Products' 73-year journey of innovation, customer partnerships and molding solutions.

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