FAQs

Here you can find common queries and their answers
related to our products or services.

We offer a variety of plastic moulding services including injection, compression, transfer, thermoset and injection compression moulding. We also offer custom mould creation and design services.

We work with a range of plastic materials including ABS, Polycarbonate, Nylon, Polyethylene, and more. If your project requires more specialised materials, we’re happy to handle a wide range of other resins and substances such as DMC, SMC and Phenolic.

Our manufacturing site and presses can handle runs as small as one-off prototypes to unlimited quantities. Whatever the quantity, whenever the deadline, the quality remains the same.

Lead times vary based on project complexity and part volume. We’ll work with you to develop a timeline that suits your needs. Just get in touch.

Quality control is a top priority. We conduct regular inspections and testing, and we’re ISO 9001:2015 accredited. Each part goes through strict quality checks throughout production.

Yes, we offer assembly, electrical testing, blasting, post stoving, packaging, and fulfilment services.

We serve transport, aerospace, energy, medical, electrical, and consumer goods sectors — all requiring high safety and precision standards.

Absolutely. Our expert team can assist with 3D modelling, mould design, and production optimisation. We collaborate closely with your developers to ensure a premium final product.

We achieve tolerances as low as ±0.001 inches, depending on material and geometry. We tailor solutions to your specs for exact precision.

Yes! Bakelite remains a standout for its heat resistance and non-conductivity. We’re among the few UK manufacturers still offering it.

We operate 60 moulding presses with clamping forces from 16 tonnes to 720 tonnes to meet a vast range of production requirements.

Yes. We offer budget-friendly prototype tooling for testing and refinement before final production.

80% of our tooling is manufactured in-house or in the UK to British quality standards, we also collaborate with trusted Far Eastern partners for added flexibility and cost efficiency.

Yes, we offer full manufacturing, assembly and packaging solutions — all under one roof.

Yes, we offer secure, on-site Kanban warehousing in our 60,000 sq.ft. facility for full inventory management.

Why choose Stechford?

Sustainability

We are committed to responsible manufacturing. Our processes are designed to minimise waste, maximise energy efficiency, and promote sustainable material use — helping our clients meet their environmental goals without compromising performance.

Expertise and Experience

With over 100 years of industry experience, Stechford Mouldings brings deep technical knowledge and problem-solving ability to every project. Our team of over 120 skilled specialists ensures your components are manufactured with precision and care.

Trusted by  Industrial Leaders

We’re proud to be a long-term partner to some of the UK’s most respected names in automotive, electrical, and industrial manufacturing. Many of our clients have trusted us for decades — a testament to our reliability, consistency, and performance.

Customisation

Every project is unique.  We provide fully bespoke solutions, tailored to your design, function, and production needs — from material selection and tooling design to assembly and final delivery, ensuring precision at every stage.

We offer cost-effective solutions

With full in-house capabilities, from tooling to finishing, we eliminate the need for outsourcing and reduce lead times. This integrated approach allows us to deliver high-quality solutions at competitive prices, ensuring excellent value for every project.

High Quality Products

Quality is built into everything we do. With real-time machine monitoring, full traceability through our MRP system, and rigorous inspection at every stage, we ensure your components meet the highest standards — every time.