IMH’s advanced engineering department develops cutting-edge solutions to complex project challenges. We take your concept from initial design through final production, optimizing for build time, ease of maintenance, and longevity. Our team utilizes CAD/CAM software and works directly from customer CAD files to create the most effective tooling solutions for your precision parts.
Whether you need complete tool design from concept or engineering support for existing tooling, IMH provides the expertise to deliver results. Our engineering services support stamping dies, injection molds, compression molds, fixtures, and custom tooling applications.
CAD/CAM Capabilities
IMH utilizes advanced CAD/CAM software to design tooling and generate CNC programs. Our engineering team works directly from customer CAD files in various formats or from prints to develop complete tooling designs.
Our CAD/CAM capabilities include:
- 3D modeling and design for dies, molds, and fixtures
- CNC programming for machining centers and lathes
- Wire EDM programming (2-axis and 4-axis)
- Surface programming for complex 3D profiles
- Programming from customer CAD files
- Detailed assembly drawings and documentation
We utilize Surfcam CAD/CAM software and are fully capable and experienced at programming and machining complex 3D surfacing and solid model profiles. This allows us to efficiently manufacture the tooling components we design.
Stamping Die Design
IMH designs and builds stamping dies from initial concept through production. Our engineering team develops die designs for single hit tools, compound dies, progressive dies, and roll form tooling. We work from your part prints or CAD files to create tooling optimized for your specific application.
Our die design services include:
- Die layout and component design
- Assembly drawings with detailed specifications
- CNC programming for die manufacturing
- Design optimization for manufacturability and maintenance
From the design phase through the millionth hit, we develop tooling that performs reliably in production. We consider die construction, component accessibility for maintenance, and manufacturing efficiency during the design process.
Injection Mold Design
IMH provides complete injection mold design services from concept through manufacturing. Our team designs molds for single cavity and multi-cavity applications, including molds with hot runners, slides, lifters, and complex features.
We work from your part CAD files or prints to develop mold designs appropriate for your application. Our designs consider mold construction, cooling requirements, ejection systems, and production requirements.
Fixture & Tooling Design
Manufacturing operations often require custom fixtures, gauges, and specialized tooling. IMH designs and manufactures fixtures for machining, welding, assembly, and inspection applications.
Our fixture design services include:
- Manufacturing fixtures for machining operations
- Welding fixtures and assembly tooling
- Inspection gauges and checking fixtures
- End-of-arm tooling for automation
- Custom tooling for specialized equipment
We design fixtures that provide reliable clamping, precise location, and operator accessibility. Our designs support efficient production while maintaining quality requirements.
Prototype Machining
IMH provides prototype machining services for tooling components and custom parts. Our engineering team can work from your concepts or existing parts to develop and manufacture prototypes. This allows testing and validation before committing to full production tooling.
Prototype services support product development, design validation, and tooling tryout requirements.
Made-to-Order Components
Our engineering and manufacturing capabilities extend to made-to-order customer-specified machine parts and components. Whether you need a single custom component or specialized parts for equipment, IMH manufactures to your specifications.
We work from your drawings, CAD files, or samples to manufacture precision components using CNC machining, turning, wire EDM, and grinding capabilities.
Engineering Support Services
Working from Customer Files
IMH programs directly from customer CAD files on our CAD/CAM workstations. We can import most CAD file formats, allowing us to work efficiently with your existing designs. This streamlines the engineering process and ensures accuracy from design to manufacturing.
Assembly Drawings & Documentation
Every tool design includes detailed assembly drawings and documentation. These drawings serve as manufacturing blueprints and provide reference for future maintenance and modifications. We provide complete documentation packages for all tooling we design and build.
Design Optimization
Our engineering team optimizes tooling designs for build time, ease of maintenance, and longevity. We consider manufacturing processes, material selection, and maintenance accessibility during design. This approach delivers tooling that performs reliably and maintains efficiently throughout its service life.
Industries We Serve
IMH provides engineering and design services for diverse industries including:
Automotive
Stamping dies, welding fixtures, and assembly tooling for automotive components and systems.
Agricultural Equipment
Custom tooling for equipment manufacturers requiring specialized dies and fixtures.
Medical Devices
Precision tooling and fixtures meeting strict quality and cleanliness requirements.
Industrial Equipment
Custom dies, molds, and fixtures for industrial manufacturing applications.
Consumer Products
Tooling for appliance components, packaging, and consumer goods manufacturing.
Complete Integration
IMH’s engineering services integrate directly with our manufacturing capabilities. The same engineering team that designs your tooling works with our manufacturing team to produce it. This integration ensures design intent translates accurately to physical tooling and allows rapid response to any issues during manufacturing.
Our complete in-house capabilities mean:
- Faster turnaround from design to finished tooling
- Direct communication between engineering and manufacturing
- Ability to make design adjustments during manufacturing
- Quality control throughout the entire process
- Responsive support when modifications are needed
Quality Standards
Engineering services at IMH follow rigorous quality standards. Our ISO 9001:2015 certification ensures consistent processes and documentation throughout every project. We verify designs against specifications and provide detailed documentation for manufacturing and future reference.
Why Choose IMH Engineering
Experienced Team
Our engineering team combines traditional toolmaking knowledge with modern CAD/CAM technology. This experience allows us to develop practical, manufacturable designs that perform reliably in production.
Manufacturing Integration
Our engineers work alongside our manufacturing team daily. This collaboration ensures designs are optimized for our capabilities and manufacturing realities inform design decisions.
Complete Capabilities
From initial concept through final production, everything happens at IMH. We design it, program it, manufacture it, and support it—all under one roof.
Responsive Support
When design modifications are needed or issues arise, our engineering team responds quickly. We’re invested in your success and committed to delivering tooling that works.
Getting Started
Ready to discuss your engineering needs? Contact IMH with:
- Part prints or CAD files
- Material specifications
- Production volume requirements
- Quality and tolerance requirements
- Timeline expectations
Our engineering team will review your requirements and provide recommendations along with timeline and cost estimates. Whether you need complete tool design from concept or engineering support for existing projects, IMH delivers the expertise your project demands.
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