Whether your current provider is not meeting your standards or you're reshoring production to avoid tariffs, your tooling will be transferred to our highly capable and experienced team at Thunderbird Molding.
Relocating your injection-mold tooling is a big decision. Thunderbird Molding simplifies the process so you can move forward with confidence. Our Transfer Tooling Process ensures a seamless transition of your plastic-injection mold to one of our state‑of‑the‑art Thunderbird Molding facilities in the U.S.
With multiple locations and ongoing investments in equipment, automation, fixtures, and finishing services, we can create the optimal production cell for your injection molded part. Our expertise in plastic‑injection molding, mold design and tooling, and comprehensive range of presses enables us to maximize production efficiency while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Our 3‑step Transfer Tooling Process minimizes downtime and maximizes efficiency, getting your parts back into production with minimal disruption to your business.
1. PREP Before shipment, we thoroughly review your production needs, press tonnage requirements, and associated processes to align our choice of facility and equipment to best support you. Together, we will define timelines and inventory requirements to ensure you have enough stock to fulfill orders while your mold is transferred.
2. PM Upon receipt of your mold, we will inspect, clean, and test the mold and its components. If your mold's operating capabilities are compromised, our in‑house mold shop can implement repairs and make recommendations to improve tolerances, increase tooling integrity, or maximize efficiency.
3. PPAP After inspection, we will install your mold and test production runs to ensure product quality and operational efficiency. Once the First Article Inspection is complete and samples are approved, we proceed with full‑scale production.
We understand that every moment of downtime impacts your business, which is why our team of experts is dedicated to a smooth and rapid tooling transfer. Thunderbird Molding brings extensive expertise in plastic injection molding, making even the most challenging transfers straightforward. We want to ensure that our facilities are a match to meet the specifications your components require for quality production.
Our expertise with large‑tonnage presses, precision clear‑plastic components, tight‑tolerance accuracy, FFL manufacturing, and quality short‑run programs positions us to manufacture your injection‑molded components with unrivaled consistency. Our in‑house mold team can also refurbish and enhance existing molds to improve quality, durability, and efficiency. Contact us today to transfer your tooling safely and professionally.
