Services
Injection Molding & Series Production
From prototype to production series – I support the entire process: tool engineering, material selection, First Article Inspection and ongoing production. DFM-optimized so every part fits right from the start. Manufacturing is handled by specialized partners in my network.
My Injection Molding Services
Tool Engineering
Multi-part injection molds with optimal parting lines, cooling channels and ejectors – designed for tool life beyond 100,000 cycles and volumes from 500 units. Tool manufacturing is handled through specialized partners (aluminium rapid tooling from €1,500, steel production tool from €3,000, plus VAT).
Material Consulting
PA, PP, ABS, POM, TPE, PC – the right plastic grade for your requirements on strength, temperature and surface finish.
DFM Review & Flow Simulation
Draft angles, wall thicknesses, shrinkage, weld lines – everything is simulated and optimized before tool making. This is my core job: making your parts production-ready.
Tool Management
Coordination with toolmakers in Germany and Asia – from initial quotation to acceptance. I know the right partners and facilitate transparently.
First Article Inspection (FAI)
Measurement of initial samples per PPAP/FAI – with inspection reports and documentation for your quality assurance. I support the process at your manufacturing partners.
Production Support
Ongoing quality assurance, tool modifications and optimization throughout the entire production period – as your technical interface to the manufacturer.
Tool Types at a Glance
Silicone Molds
10-50 parts
Tooling cost: Low
For prototypes and pre-series. Fast, cost-effective, production-real material.
Aluminum Tools
500-5,000 parts
Tooling cost: Medium
For small series and field tests. Faster than steel, more durable than silicone.
Steel Tools
10,000+ parts
Tooling cost: High
For series production. Maximum longevity and dimensional accuracy.
Planning an Injection Molding Project?
15-minute initial consultation – free and non-binding.
Schedule Initial ConsultationFrequently asked questions about injection molding
Which plastics work for injection molding?
Among others PA, PP, ABS, POM and TPE, material selection depends on mechanical requirements, chemical resistance and volume.
What does an injection molding tool cost?
Ballpark figures (plus VAT): aluminum rapid tooling starts at €1,500 for 500+ parts, production tooling in steel typically runs €3,000–8,000 depending on cavity count and complexity. At volumes above 10,000 units, part costs drop to around €0.50 per unit. A concrete assessment including cost comparison happens during the project, start with a free discovery call.
What happens after the tool is built, how does series production work?
After the aluminum pilot tool (3–4 week lead time) comes validation in production-grade material, then the steel production tool (typically 6–8 weeks). Cycle times of 30–60 seconds per part are common; quality is proven with CPK measurements on critical dimensions. Our guide to production injection molding walks through the full process.
Tooling in China or Germany?
Both have trade-offs in cost, lead time and quality control. The manufacturing package allows truly comparable quotes, from suppliers in China to high-end manufacturers in Europe.
Who owns the tool?
You do: 100% of the IP, no vendor lock-in.
Further reading: Prototype Costs 2026: 3D Printing vs. CNC vs. Injection Molding and Injection Molding Costs: What an Enclosure Really Costs. Want real numbers? Try our free prototyping & injection molding cost calculator, or see how aluminum rapid tooling bridges prototype and series production, or what comes after the pilot tool: production injection molding from prototype to series.