Houston, Texas

Texas Injection Molding

Founded:
2013
Texas Injection Molding, founded in 2013 and based in Houston, Texas, specializes in custom plastic injection molding. The company, led by CEO Jeff Applegate, initially started by acquiring B-Side Plastics and has since expanded its capabilities and infrastructure significantly. Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the company invested in a new $6.5 million, 65,000-square-foot facility, which led to substantial growth, including a 50% increase in sales in 2021. Texas Injection Molding serves diverse industries such as energy, medical, and consumer goods, focusing on middle-market companies within 300 miles of Houston. They also provide value-added services like design for manufacturability, prototyping, and mechanical assembly. The company prioritizes innovation and workforce development through initiatives like TXIM University, offering a 2,000-hour apprenticeship program. Future plans include further expansion to meet growing demand and the reshoring of manufacturing.

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