Quick Moulded Parts and Bridge Tooling: Real-World Rapid Injection
Moulding
When speed and precision matter, rapid injection moulding offers a reliable route from prototype to production without compromising on quality. Using high-grade aluminium tooling, this process is ideal for small batches, pilot runs, and bridge production before committing to full-scale steel tooling.
At Quickparts, we specialise in two key solutions for prototyping and rapid moulding:
Quick (or soft) Tooling – Ideal for small, simple parts in limited material options, this approach delivers fully functional moulded parts in weeks, not months.
Bridge Tooling – Designed for greater durability and higher volumes (up to 10,000 parts), this higher-spec aluminium tooling is perfect for applications that need speed, performance, and a longer tooling life.
What Is Rapid Injection Moulding?
Rapid injection moulding is a fast, cost-effective method of producing real injection-moulded parts, usually using aluminium tools. It’s often used to:
Validate part design and material choices under real manufacturing conditions
Produce production-quality parts for functional testing
Bridge the gap between prototype and full-volume production
Unlike 3D printing or soft prototyping methods, rapid moulding delivers repeatable, end-use parts that match final production performance particularly critical for industries like automotive, industrial equipment, electronics, and consumer products.
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