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Left: In December, the US government reinstated 25% tariffs on injection moulds imported from China
getting the highest quality moulds that can best serve our customers.”
World, also has mould making capacity. The recent acquisition of RPC Group in Europe has added to its internal capabilities. Kevin Mesker, Tooling Director, said this helps the group balance its needs. He said: “Our [mould] selection process includes receiving bids from both
internal and external suppliers to ensure we get the highest quality and most reliable moulds at a competi- tive price. Although tariffs are now something which require our attention and must be factored into the bidding process, our mould vendor selection process will continue to be based on
US-based injection mould- ers made submissions to the Office of USTR ahead of its decision, stressing the need to keep the cost of moulds down. Some highlighted the need for speed, when their customers try to capitalise on a market opportunity. Such short lead times may be better dealt with by an overseas mould supplier, they say, especially at times when US capacity for building moulds is tight. Specialised mould
making requirements also
lead US moulders to work with overseas partners if they cannot find a US mould builder with the right capabilities. This may be in demanding moulding markets such as medical products, electronics and automotive. AMBA says the US mould building industry has the capacity and expertise to fill any orders placed. Kym Conis said in the ABMA’s announcement: “With over 1,400 mould builders in this country and nearly $500m in open capacity, America’s mould builders, with the tariffs back in place, now can compete on more equal footing.” �
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