What Is Prototype Tooling and When Should You Use It
Manufacturing an injection mould tool requires significant investment and includes elements of risk. If you’re developing a new part it can be tempting to save on costs by committing to…
Why Wall Thickness Matters in Injection Moulding Design
Uniform wall thicknesses is one of the fundamental principles of successful injection mould tooling part design. Consistent wall thickness allows molten plastic to even flow through the mould, which is…
2026 Guide: How to Get an Accurate Injection Mould Tooling Quote
When developing an injection mould tooling project, a common question is “how can I get an accurate picture of the cost?” especially with the fear of being upsold irrelevant or…
Why we Check for Draft Angles Prior to Manufacture
In our experience in injection mould tooling, it’s important to fully validate part designs prior to manufacture. This prevents any defects or issues with a mould tool’s build that can…
6 Common Misconceptions about Far East Tooling Manufacture
In the world of injection mould tooling, Far East tooling manufacture can be looked at negatively. These beliefs are often shaped by misconceptions surrounding very real concerns that apply to…
We Say No to Over-Engineered Injection Mould Tooling
Introduction Did you know that even the most polished injection mould tools can look great, but still be inappropriate for it’s intended use? We talk often about risks in plastic…
What Makes or Breaks an Effective Plastic Injection Mould Part Design
Over on our LinkedIn, we talk a lot about risks in plastic injection moulding design. The impact of these decisions often only becomes visible during real-world use. Recently, we showed…
What Are the Risks in Manufacturing a Bespoke Injection Mould? (And How to Reduce Them)
Manufacturing a bespoke injection mould is a high-investment process and poses significant risks. The process has multiple stages and moving parts, meaning there’s room for error in design, manufacturing and trialling of a bespoke injection mould tool. In…
5 Things Injection Moulding Clients Worry About (But Don’t Say Out Loud)
When a supplier is put forward internally for an injection moulding project, there can be lingering anxiety behind the decision, even if it's not said out loud. 'What if this…
Avoiding Costly Revisions in Injection Mould Tooling: 5 Critical Questions to Ask
In injection mould tooling, every project has a point of no return- the moment designs become reality. In our industry, reality means steel. But unfortunately, steel is expensive. And once it’s…