Tech Tool & Molded Plastic's History

Expansion plans are finalized for acquiring 24,000 square feet of co-located warehousing taking Tech's manufacturing footprint to 54,000 square feet. the additional operating space is designed to provide additional production capabilities, capacity for immediate growth and demand flexibility.

Two new injection molding presses are purchased and are in full operation. 10 of Tech's 19 molding presses have been purchased within the last three years complimenting advanced technology and cost reduction initiatives.

Scientific molding and SPC is fully integrated into production processing. The addition of central chilling and climate controlled production combined with scientific processing improves consistency of product with faster cycle times.

Advanced ERP systems have been installed to enhance real-time management of products, processes and raw materials including wireless connectivity for SPC and Scientific Mold data management from the production floor.

Lean Manufacturing methods and efficiencies are integrated into work-cell operations focusing directly on strategic process improvements.

Investment in machine center technology drives reduced tool delivery, improves quality, machining capability and lowers total delivered cost through the acquisition of a second Makino SNC64SG High-Speed Milling Center and a Charmilles Roboform 240cc EDM.

HUBZone contracting certification is received. Tech is included in the listing of qualified small business concerns through the US Small Business Administration's Federal Contracting program.

Expansion of molding services focuses on the 300 ton market with the acquisition of two all-electric Nissei NEX6000 presses, TACT control and full servo robotics.

Investment in two Ram Optical Instrumentation Vision Systems delivers 50% quality programming and run time improvements that provide more accurate inspection of molded product and communication of data.

Installation of Moldflow Design Analysis Software enables simulation of a broad range of injection molding processes to predict and avoid potential manufacturing defects in molded products before the first piece of steel is cut.

Shotscope Process Monitoring Systems reduce in-process QC labor by 10% and scrap by 10% while increasing PPAP & FAI Capacity by 10%. The combined systems of Moldflow and Shotscope expand Tech's capability to meet the most stringent quality standards while shifting QC labor from non-value added in-process activities to work content that adds value to the final product.

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