How The Product Helped
In 2010, a new transmission design required parts that were almost identical, but with slightly larger dimensions.
Rather than creating new tooling, GreenLeaf proposed the use of a different material with lower post@mold shrinkage.
Using the new material and modifying the molding process, the customer was able to avoid the expense of purchasing three new molds…saving about $60,000.
Building on that success, GreenLeaf was able to run two different styles of parts off of the same tooling while the OEM transitioned to the new transmission design.
“We were one of the first major customers of Greenleaf Industries some 15 years ago. Greenleaf Industries assisted in the costH saving design, development and production of mission critical parts for our major auto manufacturing company and to date has produced and shipped over 35 million of these parts.”
— Chet Moore, President, Network Systems Group, Inc
Results And Return On Investment
In 2014, a new transmission design eliminated several parts. Using the existing tooling would mean fewer parts per hour and significantly increased unit part costs. To avoid increasing part costs, new molds would be required.
The GreenLeaf team was able to modify two existing molds and build only one new mold that met the needs of the new transmission. Up front mold costs were only $21,000, while all three part prices were reduced by 14%, 19% and 33%.
Fifteen years later, these molds are still running as strongly and efficiently as ever!
About GreenLeaf: GreenLeaf Industries is an ISO 9001 registered manufacturer that consistently adheres to all its standards to provide our clients with consistent, reliable, quality automotive and industrial plastic parts.
We are an American injection molding company, unafraid to compete in the world market and determined to succeed. Established in 1999, we take pride in our high-quality craftsmanship and superior customer service. Contact us to discuss whether your injection molding project may be a candidate for reshoring.
GreenLeaf Industries
310 Bussell Ferry Road
Lenoir City, TN 37771
(865) 988-5661
www.greenleaf.biz
