At Decatur Mold we are able to rapidly produce prototype and bridge tool solutions for our customers. We can utilize MUD units and modular bases to get you your parts quickly. Let us utilize our expertise in tool design and manufacturing to make you a quality tool to run your parts.

Don’t have your own molding capabilities? We have that covered as well. Check out our page on sampling & low volume production to see how we can help you from project start to finish

Why Prototype Tooling?

It may seem on the surface that prototype tooling is less useful today with the rapid growth of 3D printing in the last decade. However, there are several reasons why prototype molds are still a valuable tool in injection molding.

1. Part Functionality and Material Testing: An injection molded prototype part allows you to test the part before production with the exact material you intend to use. 3D printed materials may not give you the exact material or strength a molded part will have.

2. Part Moldability: By working with an injection mold maker like Decatur Mold, design issues for molding can be solved before the production tool build, saving the customer time and money in the future.

3. Part Volumes: Prototype tools can very quickly and affordably produce thousands of parts. Prototypes built out of more durable materials like P20 can serve as bridge tools, satisfying production requirements as a production tool is being built.