“Puzzle Piece” Mold System Innovation

Accel revolutionized vacform mold manufacturing by investing in 3D prototyping technology capable of building prototypes within 12-72 hours. The engineering team further enhanced efficiency with an innovative “puzzle piece” mold system featuring interchangeable cavities that adapt to different product shapes. This dual innovation significantly reduced aluminum mold costs while dramatically accelerating speed-to-market, bringing gift sets to production in hours rather than days. The solution demonstrates how strategic technological investments combined with clever engineering design can transform manufacturing timelines and reduce costs simultaneously.