Drag marks don’t become expensive when they show up on parts. They become expensive when three vendors all stare at the same defect photo, but everyone claims it belongs to someone else.
We see this constantly with new tooling launches and transfer programs: the buyer leans on the molder because the molder shipped the parts, even when the real cause was built into the steel or the geometry months earlier.
Most cases →
Many buyers start the same way: they search for an East Coast plastic injection molding company because their plant, warehouse, or team is on the East Coast.
That’s smart, and a reasonable starting point.
Shorter freight lanes. Easier visits. Fewer time zones. Less internal explaining to procurement about why you picked a shop across the country.
Here’s the problem: freight and geography often get more weight because they’re easy to quantify.
Yet, it’s the →
You’ve been there—opening a fresh shipment of plastic parts, admiring the flawless finish, the glossy sheen, the absolute perfection of every edge… only to have one crack under pressure or refuse to fit where it should.
Looks can deceive. In the world of injection molding, a part that appears perfect can still conceal flaws that can lead to expensive failures down the line. Today, let’s tear off the mask and talk →
Launching a new product is an exciting milestone, but navigating the complexities of early manufacturing decisions can quickly become overwhelming—especially when you’re new to plastic injection molding.
Some entrepreneurs and product developers initially gravitate toward overseas manufacturers, drawn in by seemingly lower upfront costs. However, hidden pitfalls often emerge, making U.S.-based local plastic injection molding a more attractive, practical, and reliable choice. These pitfalls include communication barriers, quality control issues, and →
Every product designer and engineer has experienced a moment of doubt while looking at a CAD model. Will this part mold cleanly? Will it withstand stress? Is it cost-effective to produce at scale?
Identifying and addressing critical manufacturing constraints early in the injection molding design process is vital for optimizing parts. A proactive approach reduces potential production issues by considering material behavior, tooling limitations, and processing conditions, leading →
H&H Molds, Inc.
119 S. Adams Rd.
Spokane Valley, WA 99216
Phone: 509-924-3770
Fax: 509-924-4174
