| Item | Mold Manufacturing Companies | Year Established |
| 1 | Mold – Tech Standex Bohemia s.r.o. | 2000 |
| 2 | DPK Morava | 2004 |
| 3 | Ewikon Moulding Technology s.r.o. | 2001 |
| 4 | Jasplastik | 1993 |
| 5 | Engel CZ s.r.o. | 2000 |
| 6 | Alfa Plastik, a.s. | 1996 |
| 7 | Plastoma CZ a.s | 2003 |
| 8 | Gumotex | 1950 |
| 9 | BOCO PARDUBICE machines, s.r.o. | 1991 |
| 10 | TKZ Polná, spol. s r.o. | 1911 |
I. Introduction
A mold is a cavity or matrix in which a fluid or plastic substance is shaped into a desired finished product. A molten substance is forced into a mold and allowed to harden. The objective of mold manufacturing is the production of uniform copies of the given design. The Czech Republic is a traditional industrial country, as industries play an important role in the national economy. The country has been involved in mold manufacturing for over a decade hence mold manufacturing industries play a vital role in the country’s economy.
Plastic injection molding is not limited to only one type of material as several materials can be used in the plastic injection molding process.
It is a cost-effective manufacturing process because the time of the production cycle is less and a greater amount of parts can be produced in each cycle. Mold manufacturing is considered to be one of the fastest methods of mass production. Injection molding creates products that have better strength as fillers can be added while creating the plastic parts. These fillers reduce the density of the plastic when the molding process starts. This article explores the top companies in the Czech Republic offering mold manufacturing services.
II. Mold – Tech Standex Bohemia s.r.o.
Mold – Tech Standex Bohemia s.r.o. is an injection molding manufacturer that specializes in the manufacture of custom molds for plastic manufacturing. The company was established in 2000 with its headquarters in Partyzánská 601/39, 460 01 Liberec, Czech. Mold – Tech Standex Bohemia offers comprehensive custom molding solutions from design and surface texturing to tool performance servicing for optimal manufacturing. The company combines all the processes of high-quality mold manufacturing to eliminate the need for using multiple suppliers. This company combines its experience in craftsmanship and advanced proprietary technology to create and deliver molds that meet customer requirements. The company has a presence in 20 countries with over 39 injection molding factories for easy access and convenient service delivery to all clients.
Advantages: Specializes in the manufacture of injection molds for plastics.
Address: Liberec, Czechia
Website: https://www.mold-tech.com/
Contact: +420 485 103 341
Founded: 2000
III. DPK Morava
This company was founded at the beginning of 2004. The company began as a wooden model factory, and it later grew to production and modifications of wooden and plastic mold equipment and cores. In the same year, the company’s capabilities were expanded to include the production of dies, trimming tools, metal model equipment, cores, and molds. The machinery was gradually replaced with classic metalworking machines, but especially with high-quality CNC machining centers. It manufactures new wooden and plastic model devices to order, including inlet systems and assembly, matrix models, as well as their repairs and modifications. Furthermore, new metal model equipment and cores including inlet systems and assembly, produce molds and molds for casting aluminum, and new die equipment including trimming equipment, we carry out shape restorations. Currently, its model shop is in line with many Czech, but also foreign companies, especially with foundries and forges. The company’s machinery equipment includes; classic woodworking machines, including a copy milling machine and a face lathe, formatting saws, classic metalworking machines, CNC machining centers and currently they have 10 machining centers with a reach of up to 3000 × 2000 mm, and a load capacity of up to 4000 kg, 5-axis machining center for metal and wood machining.
Advantages: Manufactures molds for thermoplastics, thermosets, and rubber.
Address: Technologická 975/24, 779 00 Olomouc – Holice, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.dpkmorava.cz/
Contact: +420 736 500 032
Founded: 2004
IV. Ewikon Molding Technology s.r.o.
Ewikon Molding Technology s.r.o. is an injection molding manufacturer that was established in 2001 with its headquarters in Svárov 80, 294 13 Svárov, Czech Republic. Since the development of the company in early 2001, the development and production of hot runner technology, valve gate technology, cold runner technology, 3D printing technology, and many more are some of the products offered by this company. The company is proud that its specialization repeatedly leads to innovations that set milestones in injection molding technology and contribute to the success of its customers as quality is firmly anchored in the company. The company has also been climate-neutral since March 2023. This means that it has recorded all greenhouse gas emissions, continuously reduced them, and offset the remaining emissions through climate protection projects. Regardless of whether it is an individual component or a ready-to-install complete system – every EWIKON product is developed and manufactured for maximum performance in its application.
Advantages: Provides solutions for all areas of injection molding.
Address: Svárov 80, 294 13 Svárov, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.ewikon.com/
Contact: +420 326 345 111
Founded: 2001
V. Jasplastik-SK, s.r.o.
Established in 2001, Jasplastik is one of the largest plastic mold injection manufacturers in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The company ensures the accuracy and quality of the parts manufactured with injection presses from the ENGEL company, which is one of the world leaders in the development and production of this technology.
Thanks to the considerable size range of injection presses (45t – 2700t) as well as the quality, reliability, and timeliness of deliveries, the company is able to provide its customers in the electronics and automotive industries with the added value of a stable supplier.
By building a stable and experienced team of employees together with many years of experience in the field of plastic injection, EPS production, assembly, and other secondary and supporting activities, the company continues to progress and be innovative in the Slovak and European markets.
Advantages: Specializes in the production of high-quality plastic components and the development of their molds.
Address: Valašské Klobouky, Čabiny 639, 766 01, Czech Republic
Website: http://www.jasplastik.com/
Contact: +420 577 198 111
Founded: 1993
VI. Engel CZ s.r.o.
The company was founded in 1945 by Ludwig Engel and for over 75 years, ENGEL has been guaranteeing its customers the best and constant progress – in line with its motto “Be the first”. With the development and production of injection molding machines, technologies, and digital solutions, ENGEL is shaping the plastics processing of the future. With ENGEL’s injection molding processes, they produce parts precisely so that no reworking is necessary. The combination of technologies enables the company to design products with high mechanical properties and attractive surfaces at the same time. The company offers products such as injection molding machines, stock machines, and many more. The company has been developing solutions for sustainable plastics processing for over 15 years sustainability is a fundamental pillar of entrepreneurial activity for ENGEL. Profitability, ethical action, social responsibility, and the protection of the environment are part of the company’s values. The company provides injection molding solutions for the automotive industry, packaging, packaging, medical technology, and technical injection molding.
Advantages: Expert in injection molding machines for plastics processing.
Address: Průmyslová 1868, 686 01 Uherské Hradiště, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.engelglobal.com/
Contact: +420 572 411 111
Founded: 2000
VII. Alfa Plastik, a.s.
Alfa Plastik, a.s. has been producing injection moldings of plastic parts since 1955, which happened to be the first “workplace” in the region manufacturing plastics. It is a company with more than sixty years of tradition and experience in the plastic industry. Nowadays, as a modern and dynamic European company, it offers the development, production, and installation of plastic moldings that weigh from 100 g to 5,000 g. Alfa Plastik, a.s. is committed to providing its customers with the highest quality products, contributing to the protection of the environment, and ensuring safe working conditions for all its employees. It is the only company using the IML technology in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.IML (–Mold Labeling), also known as injection in-mold labeling, inserts printed labels directly in the mold container. It provides a longer lifespan, and a more attractive design of the whole product, and the final product itself becomes an important medium of the brand identity. The company’s transformation into a modern manufacturing company has led to collaboration with other prominent companies such as Plzeňský Prazdroj, Coca-Cola, Mattoni, and Phoenix Group
Advantages: Offers complex services in the field of injection molding of plastics.
Address: K Borkům 487, 679 63 Kunštát, Czech Republic
Website: http://www.alfaplastik.cz/
Contact: +420 516 449 111
Founded: 1996
VIII. Plastoma CZ a.s.
The foundations of the Plastoma production cooperative were laid in April 2003. The company has placed great emphasis on the use of modern machinery since the beginning of its activity in 2006. It has 12 injection molding machines, which meet all requirements for the injection of technical parts from modern construction materials.
The company is a leading manufacturer of plastic parts. The production is carried out on its twelve injection molding machines to complete the services to customers. The company produces plastic moldings using plastic injection technology for various industries. It also performs injection molding of metal parts, subassemblies, threaded mandrels, and insulated wires. The company also performs assembly work to supplement its services to its customers. An important addition to the services offered by the company is the ultrasonic welding of plastic parts. The basic priority of the company is the maximum satisfaction of customer needs.
Advantages: Specializes in the production of plastic parts and their assembly.
Address: Závodní 529/32, 703 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic
Website: http://www.plastoma.cz/
Contact: +420 596 203 511
Founded: 2003
IX. Gumotex
Gumotex was the first sewing workshop that produced work and protective clothing, aprons from rubberized textiles. The company was established in 1952 and since then it has been scaling to be the best in the high-quality mold manufacturing industry. For decades, the company has been producing unique high-quality products. the company is a reputable producer of rubber and plastic products. The company produces products such as; inflatable boats as it is the largest producer of inflatable boats in the world, car mats, PUR, EPP plastic parts, and many other products.
Gumotex has a mission to produce unique high-quality products and create long-term value for employees and partners and a vision to be a company respected for excellence in what it does. The company innovates and follows principles leading to operational excellence and quality for it works with modern technology and has many years of experience.
Advantages: Specializes in the production of precision molds for plastic injection.
Address: Pod Strání 869, 756 61 Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, Czech Republic
Website: http://www.zpv.cz/
Contact: +420 571 621 111
Founded: 1952
X. BOCO PARDUBICE machines, s.r.o.
This company was founded in early 1991. Artificial materials like plastics are increasingly rising in demand and BOCO has taken the responsibility to ensure that they give not only productive but satisfying products. These productive results have put BOCO in a leading position in the domestic market as it is gaining promising contacts in other European countries. Since its establishment 25 years ago, BOCO continuously invested in the research and development of automated machining and welding equipment, including new production procedures, with one goal: to deliver everything to customers quickly, reliably, and to their satisfaction. The company has products such as extrusion pressing lines, hydraulic mold openers for injection molding machines, and many other products.
Advantages: Offers molds for plastic materials and precise machining.
Address: Bratrí Čapků 899, 530 02 Pardubice, Czech Republic
Website: https://www.boco.cz/
Contact: +420 466 036 111
Founded: 1991
XI. TKZ Polná, spol. s r.o.
Since its establishment in the year 1911 by František Sláma, the company TKZ Polná, spol. s ro is a renowned Czech manufacturer of construction and furniture fittings. With its wide range of products, it can satisfy customers from wholesalers to small businesses. The company currently employs approximately 170 employees. TKZ Polná is a member of the MEZA association, which is a part of the European association ARGE – manufacturers of locks and construction fittings.
The company produces products such as Building and furniture hinges from historical replicas to modern adjustable ones, furniture fittings, decorative sleeves (covers) for door and window hinges, mechanical barriers for windows and doors, and many more products.
Advantages: Provides a wide range of services in the field of mold production.
Address: Kostelní 601, 588 13 Polná, Czech Republic
Website: http://www.tkz.cz/
Contact: +420 567 242 111
Founded: 1911
XII. Conclusion
Injection mold manufacturing plays a pivotal role in producing high-quality plastic components for various industries. While the focus is often on the final plastic pieces, it is equally important to emphasize the significance of quality control in the manufacturing process of the injection mold itself. Also injection molding is a quick manufacturing process hence enabling the industries to generate quick revenue for the country. The plastic mold industry is a traditional industry in the Czech Republic. It started earlier and it has developed more and more. At the same time, it has also grown a number of potential small and medium-sized enterprises. The prospect of the plastic mold industry is considerable. With an increase in the positive economic outlook, improved earning capacity, and emerging market growth, the global Industrial Mold Manufacturing market is expected to increase in potential and scope.
