Engineering references for tooling, materials and process.
Technical notes and case studies published by our engineering team. Written for engineering and purchasing audiences — not for marketing.
Localizing tier-1 automotive components in the MENA supply chain
A framework for evaluating which imported components are candidates for local production, and how to structure the qualification path.
Selecting between P20, H13 and S136 for high-cycle production molds
Comparative analysis of tool-steel grades against production volume, resin abrasiveness and cavity finish requirements.
Reducing cycle time by 12% through cooling channel optimization
How mold-flow correlation and conformal cooling redesign shortened cycle time on an automotive under-hood component.
Design rules for multi-cavity hot-runner tooling above 32 cavities
Runner balancing, gate consistency and thermal control considerations for high-cavity-count injection molds.
PPAP-aligned documentation for regulated industrial supply chains
Which PPAP elements matter most for non-automotive OEMs, and how to structure a lightweight documentation package.
Reverse engineering legacy sanitary fittings for a MENA distributor
From 3D scans of end-of-life parts to a qualified local supply program — process and outcomes.
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