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Why Choose US Injection Molding for Your Next Project?
As an OEM engineer, you understand the challenges of bringing new part designs from concept to quality injection molded parts. The choice between having your parts injection molded in the United States versus offshore isn’t an easy one. It involves significant tradeoffs that may impact your project timeline, quality control and supply chain resilience.
Summit by Fathom, a US injection molding company, offers comprehensive services that provide the speed, quality and flexibility you need. With our location in the central U.S., we deliver critical advantages that offshore solutions simply can’t match. With our American-based manufacturing capabilities, we deliver critical advantages that offshore solutions simply cannot match.
The Summit by Fathom
US Injection Molding Advantage
US injection molding companies offer several advantages compared to overseas manufacturing:
Accelerated Time-to-Market
- Prototype tooling in under 4 weeks
- No international shipping delays
- Real-time collaboration with U.S-based engineers
- Rapid iteration and problem-solving
Superior Quality Control
- ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing processes
- Direct oversight of all injection molding processes
- More consistent material sourcing
Engineering Partnership
- Face-to-face design collaboration
- Complimentary basic DFM feedback on new projects
- Expert guidance on material selection and tooling strategy
Our US Injection Molding Services
At Summit by Fathom, a US injection molding company, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art equipment and talent. It enables us to provide comprehensive US injection molding services under one roof.
Advanced US-Built Tooling
Our fully automated tool room enables us to design and build multiple types of injection molds right here in the USA:
Multi-Cavity Tools // Produce multiple identical plastic parts in a single shot
Family Molds // Create multiple related parts simultaneously
Two-Shot Molding // Combine two materials in a single molding cycle
MUD (Master Unit Die) Tools // Modular tooling for flexibility and cost efficiency
Insert Molding // Integrate metal components during the molding process
Overmolding // Apply soft-touch or functional materials over rigid substrates
Complete Production Capabilities
From prototype to production, Summit by Fathom offers:
- Short-run production for market testing
- Medium-volume manufacturing
- Scalable capacity as demand grows
- Secondary operations and assembly
- Complete quality documentation
Summit by Fathom’s
US Injection Molding Process
Engineering Consultation
Our process begins with a comprehensive review of your product design and project requirements by our local engineering team. They will collaborate with you to optimize your design. They will consider factors such as:
- Part geometry and functionality
- Material selection and properties
- Production volume requirements
- Timeline constraints
- Budget considerations
Tool Build
Based on your production needs, our tool makers will develop a tooling strategy that balances speed, cost and quality. Your tool will be built at Summit by Fathom in our full-service toolroom.
First Article Production & Validation
After your tool is built but before production begins, we produce first article samples for your approval:
- Comprehensive dimensional inspection
- Material certification and testing
- Functional validation
- Surface finish evaluation
US-Based Production & Quality Assurance
Our ISO 9001-certified US manufacturing processes ensure consistent quality throughout your production run:
- Statistical process control
- In-line and final inspection
- Complete material traceability
- Comprehensive documentation
Ongoing Support & Optimization
As your production needs evolve, our team will provide you with continuous support:
- Preventive tool maintenance
- Engineering modifications when needed
- Production scaling options
- Value-added secondary operations
Why Choose Summit by Fathom for US Injection Molding
Summit by Fathom offers you the best of both worlds: 80 years of combined injection molding expertise with the cutting-edge capabilities of a modern digital manufacturer. This plastic injection mold USA facility provides:
- Rapid online quoting plus white-glove engineering support
- US supply chain security and reduced logistics complexity
- Expert guidance on design optimization and material selection
- Transparency throughout the entire production process
- A true manufacturing partner invested in your success
Let us help you tackle your next plastic injection molding project!
