Reshore Your Injection Molding to the U.S. in Five Easy Steps
Reshoring your plastic injection molding back to the United States can unlock faster lead times, lower landed costs, and greater control over your intellectual property. In this video, Jason Dowling, President of UPM, walks through a five-step process that makes the transition easy, transparent, and risk-free.
Our Five-Step Reshoring Process
1. Share Your Part Files
Send us your CAD models, technical drawings, and details on volumes, materials, and tolerances. UPM will sign your NDA and treat your intellectual property with the utmost confidentiality.
2. Evaluate Your Tooling
We’ll verify mold ownership, inspect existing tooling for reuse or adaptation, and recommend cost-effective options. A detailed tooling asset list (mold numbers, dimensions, materials, photos) accelerates this evaluation.
3. Build a Detailed Transition Plan
Receive a custom roadmap outlining cost estimates, lead times, key milestones, and contingency steps. Whether you need a complete or phased transition, UPM provides complete visibility and no surprises.
4. Sample & Validate
Witness live test shots at our California facility or review samples remotely. We fine-tune processing parameters and confirm parts meet your exact form, fit, and function requirements.
5. Begin Domestic Production
With sample approval, we move into full production, delivering tariff-free pricing, lower minimum orders, and improved cash flow. Add warehousing, assembly, or just-in-time delivery to streamline your operations further.
Download Your Free Tooling Asset Tracker
Stay organized during reshoring. Download our complimentary spreadsheet to track mold numbers, dimensions, materials, and photos:
Download the Tooling Asset Tracker
Ready to bring your injection molding back to America?
Contact UPM today to get started with our streamlined reshoring process and enjoy all the benefits of domestic production.