Seamless Relocation of a Molding Department
Description
Molding Academy was tasked with relocating an entire injection molding department from one site to another within the same manufacturing group—a complex project involving 18 injection molding machines (ranging from 25 to 200 tons), peripheral equipment, and maintenance tools like lathes and grinders. Our mission: ensure a smooth transition, minimize downtime, and restart production within a tight timeline. The result? A flawless execution completed in just 1 year.
Our approach combined strategic planning with hands-on execution:
- Site Selection: We began with a detailed analysis, providing calculations and recommendations to determine the optimal new location within the group, balancing logistics and operational needs.
- Inventory & Prep: A complete inventory of all equipment—over 200 mold tools and supporting machinery—was conducted to map out the scope. We collaborated with customers to establish minimum safety stock levels for each item, ensuring continuity.
- Detailed Planning: A comprehensive relocation plan was crafted, detailing internal and external resources, including transport companies and service engineers to disconnect and reinstall equipment. Every step was accounted for, from dismantling to transport logistics.
- Transparent Communication: We maintained constant dialogue with both the sending site’s customers and the receiving party, sharing equipment status updates and flagging any defects to prevent surprises.
- Execution & Support: The project unfolded with precision, supported by onsite presence at the receiving factory to troubleshoot issues and ensure a seamless handoff.
Key Achievement: the entire molding department—machines, tools, and all—was relocated and fully operational within 12 months, with production resuming without a hitch. This success underscores Molding Academy’s integrity in planning and innovation in execution, delivering results under pressure. Need to move your operations forward? Request a consultation today.
