Mold Building
Plastech has a full service tool shop with 100+ years of toolmaking experience. Start your project todayOur Mold Building Services
We pride ourselves on offering top-of-the-line mold building services. We understand that the quality of a plastic product depends heavily on the tooling that is used to produce it, which is why we offer a range of services to ensure that our clients have access to the best tools possible. Our mold building process involves several stages, including design for manufacturability (DFM), material selection, mold flow analysis, mold design, tool construction, sampling, and qualification based on your requirements.
Our team of tooling and processing engineers are involved throughout the new mold build process. This ensures your product designs are optimized for efficient and effective plastic injection molding. By providing this assistance early on in the process, we can help our clients save time and money in the long run. From concept to finished product, we are here to be your partner throughout the entire process.
Plastech partners with both domestic and offshore tool shops to bring customers high quality and competitively priced molds. We utilize a single offshore tool shop for new builds and a handful of domestic partners who we have built a strong connection with over decades. We stamp a warranty on all new mold builds. We are able to do so because of the experts in our tooling department. This includes two full time tooling engineers with over 80 years of experience in mold building. This extensive knowledge and expertise is invaluable and a major key to driving success in any new project.
How does Plastech bring your new tooling projects to life?
Qualifying + Maintaining
As part of our project management services, we oversee the entire new tool design and development process. This includes mold flow analysis, which helps us to identify any potential challenges with the design before the mold is built.
We have experienced tool makers available 24 hours a day to provide preventative maintenance and revisions as needed, helping our clients to minimize downtime and maintain the quality in their parts. We also work with trusted tool shops for new builds and major revisions which ensures our clients receive the highest quality and competitively priced molds possible.
Each mold is placed on a specific preventative maintenance program. This program is in place for both new tools and transfer molds, and is designed to help our clients maximize the lifespan of their molds.
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FAQs About Mold Building
Why is mold building important in the plastic molding process?
Mold building is crucial in the plastic molding process as the quality of a plastic product heavily relies on the tooling used to produce it. High-quality tools result in precise and consistent parts, ensuring optimal product performance and durability.
What services does Plastech Corporation offer in mold building?
Plastech Corporation offers a comprehensive range of mold building services, including product design optimization, mold design, tool construction, mold flow analysis, mold revisions, and tool maintenance programs.
How does Plastech Corporation assist in the design phase of mold building?
Plastech Corporation provides engineering assistance during the design phase, working closely with clients to optimize their product designs for efficient plastic molding. This early involvement helps save time and costs in the long run.
What partnerships does Plastech Corporation have for mold building?
Plastech Corporation has partnerships with both domestic and overseas tooling partners, offering clients a wide range of options to meet their specific requirements.
How does Plastech Corporation ensure the quality of molds during construction?
Plastech Corporation oversees the entire new tool design and development process, including mold flow analysis to identify any potential issues with the design before construction. Experienced mold makers are available 24/7 for tool care and revisions, minimizing downtime and maintaining product quality.
Does Plastech Corporation work with qualified tool shops for mold build and revisions?
Yes, Plastech Corporation collaborates with qualified tool shops for mold build and major revisions, ensuring that clients receive the highest quality molds for their plastic products.
What is the tool maintenance program offered by Plastech Corporation?
Plastech Corporation has an extensive tool maintenance program in place for both new tools and transfer molds. This program helps clients maximize the lifespan of their molds, ensuring long-term reliability and cost-effectiveness.
How does Plastech Corporation ensure responsiveness and expertise in mold building?
Plastech Corporation boasts a team of skilled engineers and tooling experts, including two tooling engineers with over 80 years of combined experience. This ensures clients benefit from their extensive knowledge and expertise throughout the mold building process.
Can Plastech Corporation create custom molds for specific project requirements?
Yes, Plastech Corporation specializes in creating custom molds tailored to clients' specific project requirements, ensuring the highest quality and precision in the final plastic products.
Why should I choose Plastech Corporation as my mold building partner?
Plastech Corporation is an experienced and trusted mold building partner committed to providing high-quality tools for plastic molding. With our comprehensive services, expertise in design optimization, and focus on quality and efficiency, we are well-equipped to meet clients' mold building needs. Contact Plastech Corporation today to learn more about our mold building services.
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