Unexpected manufacturing challenges can disrupt production and threaten a company’s ability to meet customer demands. This was the case for Current, a leading manufacturer in the lighting industry, when their injection molds began to deteriorate. The poor condition of these essential molds put their production line at risk.

HARBEC, an ADDMAN Group company, provided a solution through its mold refurbishment expertise. By leveraging a full-lifecycle manufacturing approach, HARBEC helped Current overcome mold-related obstacles and restore production within just eight weeks.

The Challenge: Deteriorating Molds Threaten Production

Current’s production line relied on a set of injection molds that had suffered extensive wear over time. As these molds degraded, the company faced an increasing risk of production delays, quality issues, and an inability to fulfill customer orders. Without a fast and effective solution, their operations were at stake.

The Solution: HARBEC’s Comprehensive Mold Refurbishment Services

HARBEC stepped in with a structured, multi-phase approach to mold refurbishment. Their expertise in mold restoration ensured that Current’s production line could be quickly and efficiently brought back online.

Assessment and Analysis

The first step was a thorough evaluation of the damaged molds. HARBEC’s engineering team conducted a comprehensive analysis to determine the extent of the wear, identifying:

• Dimensional changes
• Structural weaknesses
• Wear patterns affecting production quality

This assessment guided the refurbishment strategy, ensuring that all necessary repairs were made to restore the molds to full functionality.

Precision Refurbishment

HARBEC’s technical team executed a detailed refurbishment process, addressing both visible and hidden issues that could impact long-term production. This included:

• Re-machining mold surfaces
• Replacing worn components
• Conducting accuracy checks and non-destructive testing to detect underlying defects

Because of the complexity of injection molds, each step required precision to ensure the restored molds would perform at optimal levels.

Rapid Client Approval and Deployment

HARBEC maintained a transparent, collaborative process with Current throughout the refurbishment. The company provided:

• Documentation of mold conditions before and after refurbishment
• Material quality analysis reports
• Precision measurements to validate the molds’ accuracy

This allowed Current to actively participate in the approval process, ensuring confidence in the restored molds before they were reintroduced into production.

The Result: Restored Production in Eight Weeks

By partnering with HARBEC, Current successfully transitioned from production uncertainty to operational stability. The fully refurbished molds met stringent production requirements, allowing Current to:

• Avoid costly production delays
• Maintain product quality and consistency
• Extend the life of their molds, reducing the need for immediate replacement

The entire process was completed in just eight weeks, preventing disruption and allowing Current to continue serving their customers without interruption.

Conclusion

HARBEC’s expertise in mold refurbishment provided Current with a fast, cost-effective solution to a critical manufacturing challenge. By combining in-depth assessment, precision refurbishment, and a collaborative approval process, HARBEC ensured that Current’s injection molds were restored to peak performance, reinforcing their ability to meet production demands.

This case highlights how proactive mold refurbishment can extend equipment lifespan, reduce downtime, and safeguard a company’s production pipeline.