Processes

A valuable aspect of composite materials is the variety of available process options to most efficiently produce parts at a given volume - from one piece to several hundred thousand pieces. Selecting the best process for an application involves quantity, as well as size, shape, tolerances, surface finish and mechanical properties.

MFG is versed in the full spectrum of composite processes. Our team can support you with knowledgeable guidance on the design and process approach best suited for your project, and direct you to the most appropriate entity within MFG to support your application needs.

MFG Molding Processes

  • Vacuum Bag Molding

  • Resin Transfer Molding - LITE

  • Vacuum Infusion Molding

  • Open Molding (Hand Layup, Sprayup)

  • Liquid Composite Molding

  • Compression Molding (SMC, BMC, Liquid Molding)

  • Long Fiber Thermoplastic Molding (LFT)

  • Reaction Injection Molding (RIM)


Other Value-Added Processes

  • Robotic Gel Coating

  • In Mold Coating (IMC)

  • Advanced Preform Process (APP)

  • SMC/BMC Compounding

  • Bonding and Assembly

  • Composite Tooling Manufacture

  • Robotic Routing and Water Jet

  • Prime and Topcoat Paint Capabilities


As an ISO 9001/TS 16949 supplier, MFG is adept at mating the manufacturing processes to the quality requirements of the application. As a Tier 1 Supplier, we can manufacture and deliver multiple parts and variants in line sequence to your plant.

While use of robotics, automated systems, and leading technologies provides the framework for manufacturing excellence, the total effort is guided by our quality systems and the practice of Lean Six Sigma.

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Benefits of FRP Composites
Corrosion Resistance
High Strength, Light Weight
Dimensional Stability
Parts Consolidation and Tooling Minimization
High Dielectric Strength and Low Moisture Absorption
Minimum Finishing Required
Low to Moderate Tooling Costs
Design Flexibility

Download our helpful 28 page FRP Design Guide for more information on the features and benefits of composites.