The Bottom Line on Custom Injection Molding TCO vs. Per-Part Quotes

Complex applications typically require custom injection molding solutions. It’s an investment OEMs are willing to make in order to get safe, effective parts and products to market — and one that provides value beyond price point if the injection molder is focused on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) instead of per-part pricing.

A Closer Look at Injection Molding Quotes

Quotes from injection molders do more than convey project costs. They reveal how a molder scopes and approaches complex applications, and also reflect the level of thoroughness and quality an OEM can expect from a partnership.

It’s an important differentiator to keep in mind when comparing estimates. Per-part pricing can make for an attractive quote on its face, but expenses that weren’t considered or included in the quote can ultimately have OEMs facing diminishing returns. On the other hand, inclusive TCO-focused quotes may initially reflect higher bottom line costs, but the value brought to the project and injection molding partnership merits the spend.

The Value of a TCO Approach to
Custom Injection Molding

An experienced injection molder such as Kaysun understands that a project encompasses the entire lifecycle of a part. Nuanced knowledge and capabilities are essential for both accurate quotes and desired custom injection molding outcomes. TCO considerations include:

DESIGN & ENGINEERING

All aspects of a project are influenced by design and engineering. Collaborating with specialized injection molding engineers such as Kaysun’s Design for Manufacturability (DfM) experts validates design and production feasibility, drives materials selection, maximizes part performance, and pinpoints and addresses modifications before they result in costly rework.