Feasibility
With deep knowledge in feasibility, design for manufacturing, and mold flow analysis, we transform your vision into clear mold strategies that set the stage for manufacturing success.
Tooling solutions
Built for precision and performance, our molds enable consistent part quality, fast cycle times, and mold longevity across a range of molding applications and production phases.
High-precision molds for production and scaling
SHL Advantec understands that production needs may vary across a product’s lifecycle. That’s why we offer flexible and scalable mold solutions to meet volume-driven manufacturing demands.
Our comprehensive tooling program allows us to engineer a range of high-performance, multi-cavity molds of up to 96 cavities for components of various complexities. This high-precision, high-cavitation tooling expertise has a proven track record in ensuring consistent molded part quality and supporting various customer programs, including the scale-up of commercialized products on the market.
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Full complement of tooling process competencies
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High-performance, multi-cavity molds with run-to-run consistency
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Rigorous in-process quality inspections and measurements
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Mold development process
Our fully integrated mold development process blends engineering expertise, advanced software, and precision manufacturing to deliver high-precision molds that meet the highest standards for quality and performance. From early-stage project assessment to final mold validation, every step is designed to ensure accuracy, reliability, and efficiency – tailored to the needs of advanced manufacturing for any industry served.
Design
Engineered with precision and manufacturability using the latest tools and systems, our molds are designed to accelerate your path from concept to production.
Production
Crafted with the best-in-class machining equipment and technologies, our molds deliver run-to-run accuracy and consistency at both development and commercial scales.
Qualification
Through rigorous inspection, measurements, and documentation, we ensure both the mold and the molded parts meet the highest industry and performance standards.
Delivery
From site acceptance tests to mold validation and initial maintenance and asset planning, we ensure your mold arrives fully ready for seamless production.
Precision in every cavity
Tooling isn’t just about meeting specifications – it’s also about building reliability into every part, cycle after cycle.
To achieve the extremely tight tolerances our customers demand, we invest in top-tier equipment and best-in-class machining technologies from world-leading brands. Robotic automation enables round-the-clock production, while specialized toolmaking software streamlines scheduling, production management, and performance analytics. Our highly skilled toolmakers, paired with rigorous quality control processes, ensure every mold we produce delivers consistent, long-lasting performance in even the most demanding manufacturing environments.
Scaling made easy
With years of experience working with highly demanding industries, we’ve learnt that scaling isn’t always linear. Production often starts small but can later accelerate rapidly as demand grows – a pattern common across many industries.
Featuring identical stack units in varying size and cavity configurations, our modular mold inserts make it easy to adapt to changing production needs, particularly for projects with complex features. Eliminating the need to design entirely new molds for every project, our modular mold strategy leads to faster development, increased flexibility, simplified maintenance, and greater cost savings in the long run.
Comprehensive tooling services
Our tooling services go beyond manufacturing – we provide end-to-end support to keep your production running smoothly.
From preliminary project consultation, complete design-to-build support, to proactive maintenance and spare parts management, we ensure your molds are designed for optimal performance at the get-go and remain in peak condition after your production begins.
Global tooling network
SHL Advantec’s international tooling network brings together prominent mold makers SMC Mould Innovation and Superior Tooling – companies recognized for their pedigree and proven expertise in the design, production, maintenance, repair, and revision of advanced injection molds, tools, cast dies, as well as jigs and fixtures.
Serving customers across the aerospace, electronics, packaging, pharmaceutical, and watchmaking industries, they not only strengthen our technical capabilities, but also allow us to offer faster, more streamlined support to our global customer base.
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Hallau, Switzerland
Founded in 1925, SMC Mould Innovation stands as a leader in the Swiss plastics industry, leveraging its years of experience in design and manufacturing to deliver innovative solutions with superior production efficiency and economic reliability.
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Wake Forest, NC, USA
Established in 1985, Superior Tooling serves customers in a wide range of industries with a strong focus on the medical sector, fulfilling demanding requirements to deliver molds crafted with precision and built for uncompromising durability.