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Expert Plastic Injection Mold Manufacturing

Liberty Molds specializes in precise plastic injection mold manufacturing for the automotive, medical, and consumer goods industries. With the capacity to accommodate presses up to 500 tons, we ensure the highest quality of your molds.

Our commitment to excellence begins with collaboration with your engineering team. Our experienced designers work closely with you to create a robust and reliable mold design, setting the foundation for success.

Once the design is completed, our skilled team of mold makers takes over. Utilizing their extensive expertise and leveraging state-of-the-art machine and computer technology, we employ advanced techniques such as the following:

High-speed &
5-axis milling

Robotic part & tool changers

Cutting-edge
EDM machines

These advanced tools and technologies work seamlessly together to efficiently construct your mold.

Rest assured, our dedication to quality means your mold will flawlessly perform and deliver consistent results throughout thousands of cycles. We take pride in our solid reputation and strive to ensure your mold works appropriately the first time.

Choose Liberty Molds for reliable, high-quality plastic injection mold manufacturing. Let us help bring your vision to life.

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Plastic Injection Molds for the Automotive Industry

In today’s automotive industry, injection-molded plastic parts have become crucial for maintaining a competitive advantage. Automakers prioritize safety improvements, increased fuel efficiency, and reduced environmental impact; plastic parts play a vital role in achieving these goals.

One significant advantage of plastic parts is their lighter weight, which contributes to improved fuel economy. As a result, automotive manufacturers are replacing metal parts with plastic alternatives. This weight reduction enhances fuel efficiency and allows vehicle manufacturers to incorporate advanced safety devices, electronic systems, and emission control devices primarily composed of plastic. 

Consider electric vehicles, for example. By offsetting weight, these vehicles can achieve greater efficiency and consistency when operating in all-electric mode. Similarly, fuel-based cars and trucks need injection-molded parts to limit carbon emissions and comply with government regulations.

Adopting metal-to-plastic conversion by automotive OEMs has proven effective for increasing fuel efficiency through weight reduction. Manufacturers can satisfy environmental and efficiency goals by replacing heavier metal parts with equally durable plastic components.

Vehicle manufacturers rely on the ultra-precise plastic injection molds built by Liberty Molds to produce a vast array of automotive parts, including the following:

Vehicle manufacturers rely on the ultra-precise plastic injection molds built by Liberty Molds to produce a vast array of automotive parts, including the following:

Instrument panel components

Register assemblies

Interior trim plates and bezels

Cup holders and slide-out trays

Shifter knobs and assemblies

Keyless entry housings

Backlighting controls and buttons

Locks and switches

Door handle components

Sunroof components and assemblies

DVD housings

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Plastic Injection Molds for the Consumer Goods Industry

The consumer goods industry creates the simple items we use every day to make our lives easier. These items must be attractive, functional, and manufactured quickly, affordably, and sustainably.

Traditional metal, wood, and glass materials are quickly being replaced by high-quality plastic to produce these consumer goods. Innovative processes and technologies, such as over-molding and insert molding, are increasingly utilized.

Overmolding combines two or more different materials to create a single part. During manufacturing, one material will partially or fully cover the other (for example, plastic over metal or rubber over plastic).

Insert molding, on the other hand, involves injecting plastic into a mold that contains a pre-placed insert. The insert can be composed of either metal or different types of plastic. The result is a single molded piece with an insert surrounded by plastic. An excellent example of insert molding is an electronics manufacturer inserting small metal connectors, mounts, or fine threads into plastic parts during molding.

Other types of consumer goods produced with plastic injection molds include the following:

Housewares
Personal Hygiene Products
Convenience Products
Cosmetics Products

Prototype Plastic Injection Molding

Prototype molds are produced with the shape and functionality needed to adequately test the mold’s form, fit, and performance. However, they lack the production mold's fine details (such as surface finish or color preference). Prototypes can be built quickly and are not intended for long-term use.

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Why Choose a Prototype Mold?

Are you looking to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and efficiency of a mold before committing to the final product? If so, a prototype mold might be just what you need. It allows you to assess the mold, determine specifications, and make necessary changes before moving forward.

At Liberty Molds, we understand the importance of injection mold prototypes. They provide a quick and affordable way to identify what worlds and what needs improvement. Whether you’re unsure about the final product’s appearance or how to meet specific requirements, our team is here to help. 

Two Liberty Molds employees working on a mold repair

Why Choose a Prototype Mold?

Are you looking to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and efficiency of a mold before committing to the final product? If so, a prototype mold might be just what you need. It allows you to assess the mold, determine specifications, and make necessary changes before moving forward.

At Liberty Molds, we understand the importance of injection mold prototypes. They provide a quick and affordable way to identify what worlds and what needs improvement. Whether you’re unsure about the final product’s appearance or how to meet specific requirements, our team is here to help. 

Our workforce, which combines experienced veterans and talented apprentices, is driven by a passion for consistent growth and exceptional results. We are ready, willing, and able to take on your next project and create an ultra-precise tool that exceeds your expectations. Let us help you bring your vision to life!

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