Design Engineering & Program Management for Thermoset and Thermoplastic Manufacturing
Integrated engineering and program leadership supporting thermoset composites and thermoplastic molding from concept development through full-scale production.
Integrated Engineering from Concept to Production
At Zehrco-Giancola, design engineering and program management are tightly aligned with how parts are actually manufactured.
We specialize in thermoset composite and thermoplastic component development, ensuring part geometry, material selection, tooling strategy, and molding process are engineered together — not in isolation.
Our team works directly with OEMs, engineers, and procurement teams to:
• Define product performance requirements
• Select appropriate thermoset or thermoplastic systems
• Align part design with molding capabilities
• Establish tooling strategy and production planning
• Reduce risk before production begins
By integrating engineering with manufacturing early, we help control cost, reduce lead time, and improve long-term product reliability.
Program Management That Supports Manufacturing Excellence
Successful programs require more than good design — they require disciplined execution.
Our program management approach coordinates:
• Engineering development
• Tooling and mold construction
• Material qualification and validation
• In-house research and testing
• Production launch and scaling
Because we manufacture thermoset composites and thermoplastic components in-house, our program managers understand molding realities, including cycle times, curing behavior, material flow, dimensional stability, and secondary operations.
This manufacturing-first perspective reduces surprises and accelerates project timelines.
Zehrco-Giancola specializes in:
Thermoset Composite Programs
• Compression molding
• Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
• Open molding
• Filament winding
• Structural composite housings and panels
Thermoplastic Programs
• Injection molded components
• High-volume precision parts
• Industrial housings and enclosures
• Engineered resin systems
We evaluate performance requirements including:
• Mechanical load conditions
• Thermal exposure
• Chemical resistance
• Dimensional tolerances
• Long-term durability
Every design decision supports real-world application performance.
Collaboration Across Engineering, Testing & Production
Our program management structure integrates closely with:
• Part Design & DFM
• Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
• Research & Testing
• Tooling engineering
• Quality assurance
This cross-functional collaboration ensures thermoset and thermoplastic components are validated before production launch — reducing revision cycles and protecting tooling investment.
Industries We Support
Our design engineering and program management services support thermoset and thermoplastic applications across:
• Automotive
• Electrical & electronics
• Medical & industrial equipment
• Defense
• Transit & infrastructure
• Sanitary and utility markets
From prototype to full production, we deliver consistent, scalable manufacturing solutions.
Start a Program DiscussionWhy Partner with Zehrco-Giancola?
• 50+ years of thermoset and thermoplastic manufacturing expertise
• In-house molding, material manufacturing, and testing
• ISO-certified quality systems
• Integrated engineering and production teams
• Proven ability to manage complex, performance-driven programs
We do not separate engineering from manufacturing, we integrate them.