Tooling
Tooling
Moulds are used interchangeably to describe the tooling applied to produce plastic parts. They are typically constructed from steel, hardened steel, and beryllium-copper alloy. Of these materials, hardened steel molds are the most expensive to make, but after the user a long lifespan, which offsets the cost per part by spreading it over a larger quantity. For low volumes or large components, pre-hardened steel molds provide a less wear-resistant and less expensive option. The most economical molds are produced out of hardened steel. When designed and built using CNC machines or Electrical Discharge Machining processes, these molds can economically produce tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of parts. Note that beryllium copper is often used in areas of the mold that require fast heat removal or places that see the most shear heat generated.
Tooling Design
Investment in tooling is substantial and the proper design and construction of mold is critical. As part of the product development process, our experienced Tooling Engineers will work with Program Manager to ensure that the molds are well-designed and constructed to deliver maximum part-to-part repeatability and reliability over the life of your product.
Tooling Design
Our extensive mold building standards, coupled with in-house mold flow capabilities, assure you that we will deliver the best possible mold for the Class that you specify. receiving a best-in-class mold designed and delivered on time and at budget. After the mold is in service, it is meticulously maintained throughout its production life as part, tooling preventive maintenance program.