What Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering, Inc. does

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering, Inc. is a family-owned, US-based plastic injection mold manufacturer founded in 1982 as Amtech Mold & Engineering in Fraser, Michigan. The company relocated to Rochester Hills, Michigan in 1987 under its current name and operates three facilities: Rochester Hills, Michigan (headquarters with four plants including the Tech Center established in 2016), Winchester, Tennessee (Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering SE), and Westminster, South Carolina (Hi-Tech Mold Carolina). Its primary customer vertical is the automotive industry, with additional served verticals in defense, medical devices, aerospace, electrical vehicles, appliances, ATVs, and recreational vehicles. The company holds IATF 16949:2016, AS9100D, ISO 9001:2015, and ISO/IEC 17025:2005 certifications, qualifying it for highly regulated end markets.

The company's core offerings span the full mold lifecycle: CNC machining up to 5-Axis (programmed via Tebis CAD/CAM software), Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) using Makino graphite machining centers and System 3R robotics, additive manufacturing of steel and aluminum components (using two EOS M290 systems from EOS GmbH with conformal cooling capabilities), mold tryouts and validation in the Industry 4.0 Tech Center developed in collaboration with Engel (press tonnage from 340 to 3,500 US-Tons), tool assembly with 50-ton crane capacity, benching and polishing, Moldflow analysis (Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum levels), and an ISO/IEC 17025:2005 accredited Coordinate Measuring Machine laboratory with portable FARO laser scanning. Supporting capabilities include design engineering, advanced feasibility, reverse engineering, and second-stage/landing services that receive, clean, and inspect globally sourced molds. Advanced molding technologies include Core Back and Coining, Injection-Compression, Gas Assist, Insert Molding, Low Pressure, and Smartfoil Molding.

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering operates a B2B enterprise sales model with dedicated program managers serving as single points of contact across all program phases, supported by Microsoft Project and capacity modeling software. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time custom mold design and manufacturing projects for automotive and industrial OEMs, supplemented by professional services revenue from 24/7 mobile mold repair with laser welding capabilities and an 80,000-pound payload logistics fleet. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Strategic distribution includes direct enterprise sales in Michigan and the southeastern US, plus global supply chain services for second-stage mold handling and on-site support.

Name

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering, Inc.

Legal name

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering, Inc.

Website

https://hitechmold.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Family-owned US plastic injection mold manufacturer serving automotive, aerospace, defense, medical, and EV industries from facilities in Michigan, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Offers end-to-end mold design, 5-axis CNC machining, additive manufacturing, mold validation, and 24/7 repair services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Plastic Injection Mold Manufacturing

NAICS

Industrial Mold Manufacturing (333511)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery (No Metalworking Machinery) (3550)

akta.pro primary industry

Custom Injection Molding & Contract Manufacturing (Job Shops/CMs) (IMANAFAJ)

Keywords

• Plastic injection molds
• Precision tooling services
• Additive manufacturing molds
• CNC mold machining
• Mold tryout validation

Headquarters

HQ city

Rochester Hills

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Plastic Injection Mold Design and Manufacturing: Custom mold design and manufacturing services for automotive, defense, medical, aerospace, and other precision industries. Services include tool making, tryouts, validation, and assembly.
2. 24/7 Repair and Service: Full service repair facilities providing around-the-clock support. Includes texture and hot runner repairs, traditional and laser welding capabilities. Company owned semi-trucks with maximum payload of 80,000 pounds for efficient logistics.
3. Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing: Steel and aluminum additive manufacturing services including prototype feasibility studies and production components with conformal cooling solutions.
4. Machining Services: Full range of machining services up to 5-Axis including EDM, benching, polishing, and tool assembly services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering is a full-service supplier for the plastics and tooling industries, designing, manufacturing, and validating precision plastic injection molds and providing supporting services such as CNC machining, additive manufacturing (3D printing), EDM, tool assembly, benching/polishing, mold tryouts and validation, second-stage/landing services, and 24/7 mold repair. The company serves automotive, defense, medical, aerospace, EV, appliance, ATV, and recreational vehicle OEMs and tier suppliers from facilities in Michigan, Tennessee, and South Carolina.

Product overview

Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering is a family-owned full service supplier for the plastics and tooling industries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of services organized around the Hi-Tech Engineered Solutions umbrella. The core offerings include CNC Machining (up to 5-Axis), Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing (using EOS M290 machines), Plastic Injection Molded Components, Value-added Assembly, and Product Design and Development. Supporting services include Tool Assembly, EDM (Electrical Discharge Machining), Benching and Polishing, CMM Laboratory, Tryouts and Mold Validation, Second Stage/Landing, Program Management, and 24 Hour Service and Repairs. The company also operates a Tech Center for mold tryouts and validation, and provides specialized engineering services including Design Engineering, Advanced Feasibility, Reverse Engineering, and Moldflow Analysis Services. Industry verticals served include Automotive, Defense, Medical Devices, Electrical Vehicles, Aerospace, Appliances, ATVs, and Recreational Vehicles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CNC Machining Full range of machining services up to 5-axis utilizing Tebis CAD/CAM software for 2D, 3D and 5-axis programming with automated tool changers and laser calibration, serving automotive, defense, medical devices, and electric vehicle customers.
• Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Steel and aluminum additive manufacturing of mold components and inserts using two EOS M290 machines, producing non-traditional tooling solutions with conformal cooling for reduced cycle time and geometric accuracy.
• Plastic Injection Molded Components Manufacturing of plastic injection molded components as part of the Hi-Tech Engineered Solutions portfolio, supplying finished molded parts to OEM and tier customers.
• Value-Added Assembly Value-added assembly services that complement molded component production, delivering assembled units to customers in automotive and industrial sectors.
• Product Design and Development End-to-end product design and development services from concept to launch for plastic injection molded components and assemblies.
• 24 Hour Service and Repairs Full-service repair facilities available 24/7 across all three U.S. locations, providing texture and hot runner repairs, traditional and laser welding, and on-site mold support with company-owned semi-trucks (80,000-pound payload capacity).
• Mobile Repair Technicians Mobile mold repair technicians dispatched in sprint vans to provide on-site mold repair services for customers.
• Tool Assembly Skilled mold makers performing tool assembly using rigorous internal and customer-driven checklists, 5S workplace organization, crane and ancillary hoist lifting capacity up to 50 US tons, hot runner system installation and repairs.
• Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) CNC EDM services utilizing orbital technology achieving 4 Rmax finish, with CNC electrode fabrication via Makino graphite machining centers and System 3R robotics for unattended electrode cutting, including integral speaker technology for door systems.
• Benching and Polishing Benching and polishing performed by experienced detailers ensuring proper SPI and SPE surface finish standards, with multiple die spotting presses up to 2,500 tons, a state-of-the-art media blasting chamber, texture repairs, and zero parting line tolerance.
• CMM Laboratory Services ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Accredited coordinate measuring laboratory with portable FARO laser scanning, DCC-operated CMM with work envelope up to 3000 x 1500 x 1500mm, providing GRR (Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility) and part capability studies.
• Tryouts and Mold Validation Mold tryout and validation service at the Tech Center with press tonnage from 340 to 3,500 US-Tons, 3-axis robots for production process validation, and single-point management by experienced process engineers.
• Second Stage / Landing Services Receives, cleans, and inspects globally sourced molds; performs in-house tryouts and verification of tool functionality with program managers evaluating and confirming compliance with customer standards.
• Program Management Single-point program management across all phases of a customer program, using Microsoft Project and capacity modeling software, with a collaborative management team addressing critical path hurdles.
• Design Engineering Design engineering services developing efficient solutions for prototype and production molds, with up-front program feasibility, problem solving, and mold flow and cooling analysis incorporated into designs.
• Advanced Feasibility Analysis Dedicated engineering team committed to up-front design and feasibility, collaborating with customers to manage part design and reduce overall program timing and tooling cost.
• Reverse Engineering Complete data creation via portable FARO laser scanners, with experienced metrology technicians building accurate 3D digital models, supported by DCC-operated CMMs and the ISO/IEC 17025:2005 Accredited CMM lab.
• Moldflow Analysis Services Certified Moldflow analysis from on-site Expert Certified staff covering Flow, Pack, Cooling, and Warpage analysis at Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Press tonnage range from 340 to 3500 US-Tons for diverse mold validation needs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EngelcoreTechnology or IntegrationIn collaboration with Engel, Hi-Tech Mold & Engineering operates a state of the art machinery, automation and technology development center. This partnership enables advanced molding capabilities and Industry 4.0 initiatives at their Tech Center, providing customers with cutting-edge equipment for mold validation and tryouts.
• Baxter EnterprisesminorOthersRelated company located at 466 Baxter Lane, Winchester, TN (same address as Hi-Tech Mold SE). Shares management and community initiatives including charitable events and employee programs.
• Baxter ManufacturingminorOthersRelated company located at 1000 Innovation Way, Westminster, SC (same address as Hi-Tech Mold Carolina). Corporate sibling under shared ownership.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves16 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Beaumont Mold & Engineering: U.S.-based precision plastic injection mold manufacturer serving automotive, medical, and consumer industries. Directly comparable in mid-market scale, automotive vertical focus, and full-service mold design/build capabilities.
• MGS Manufacturing Group: Precision tooling and injection mold manufacturer serving automotive and consumer markets. Comparable in scale and in delivering complete tool programs including tryouts and validation.
• Windsor Mold Group: Mid-sized mold maker historically serving North American automotive OEMs. Comparable in precision mold manufacturing, tooling validation, and automotive program management.
• Extreme Tool & Engineering: Mid-sized U.S. precision mold and tooling supplier focused on automotive and industrial customers. Comparable in tool tryout, validation, and 5-axis machining capabilities.
• Pyramid Mold & Die: Mid-market plastic injection mold maker serving automotive and consumer products. Comparable in custom toolmaking, validation, and Tier-1 supplier programs.
• Omega Tool Corp: Precision plastic injection mold maker serving automotive and industrial customers. Comparable in custom mold design, build, and validation services for mid-volume programs.
• Universal Plastic Mold (UPM): U.S. precision mold manufacturer for automotive, aerospace, and industrial customers. Comparable in multi-vertical certifications, mold tryouts, and 5-axis capabilities.
• Intec Group: Precision plastic injection mold and tooling supplier serving automotive and industrial markets. Comparable in custom mold design, build, validation, and multi-plant U.S. operations.

Broad incumbents

• Roush Industries: Diversified U.S. engineering and manufacturing services provider serving automotive and aerospace. Comparable as a Michigan-based manufacturing services peer with prototyping, tooling, and assembly capabilities, though broader in scope.
• Husky Injection Molding Systems: Global leader in injection molding equipment, hot runners, and integrated tooling systems. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the plastics tooling ecosystem, though it competes more in equipment and tooling systems rather than custom mid-market molds.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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