At ACO Mold, we follow a structured, transparent workflow to guide your project from initial concept to final delivery. Our process ensures seamless transitions between each phase, guaranteeing predictable lead times and consistent quality for both custom injection molds and contract molding services.
From injection mold order confirmation to completion, we follow a standard procedure to ensure both internal teams and customers are always clear about the project status. We guarantee smooth transitions between each step. Here is how we start and complete your injection mold project:
▪Material (e.g., ABS, PC, LSR)
▪Color
▪Surface Finish
▪3D Drawing (STEP, IGS, X_T)
▪2D Drawing (PDF, DWG, DXF)
▪Physical Samples (Optional)
▪Pictures (Optional)
▪Quantity Forecast
▪Application Description
▪Retail Packing
▪PE Bags + Carton Box
This phase transforms your idea into a physical tool. We emphasize Design for Manufacturability (DFM) to prevent costly mistakes before machining begins.
Molds are packed in wooden boxes. For sea shipments, we pay special attention to vacuum packing to prevent rust. Packages include:
A final inspection is conducted according to the established acceptance standard, and the inspection report is submitted to the customer prior to shipping.
We provide various shipping services and terms. Products are packed in carton boxes and placed on pallets to ensure safety during transit.
We guarantee consistent high quality. In case of any claims, we react immediately—solving the problem first and negotiating the details later.
Please free no hesitation to ask questions.
A: “Mold Making Only” means we design and manufacture the injection mold for you, then ship the mold to your facility for production. “Contract Molding” (Turnkey) means we handle everything—from mold creation to mass production of the plastic parts—and ship the finished goods to you.
A: Please provide your 3D CAD model in STEP, IGS, or X_T format, along with a 2D drawing in PDF, DWG, or DXF format. If you don’t have digital files, physical samples are also acceptable for reverse engineering.
A: Our standard lead time for mold manufacturing is typically 3-6 weeks, depending on the mold complexity, size, and cavity number. We provide weekly progress reports to keep you updated throughout the process.
A: We follow a strict workflow including DFM analysis, T1 trial samples, and dimensional inspection reports. For mass production, we implement IPQC (In-Process Quality Control) based on “Golden Samples” to ensure consistency.
A: Yes. For molds manufactured and kept in-house, we offer lifetime warranty and maintenance. For export molds, we guarantee against non-operational damages and provide spare parts and technical support.
