MOULD QUOTING

[dolaol]

I have been given the job of quoting for new moulds.
Not very experienced in this and wondered if anyone can give me any advice/software that can help me in my quest for new work?

 

[MikeHalloran]

Uh, work with an old mold builder for a while?



Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA

 

[MacGyverS2000]

Yeah, that's kind of a job you learn from experience... there are no easy rules to follow when setting a price.


Dan
Owner

http://www.Hi-TecDesigns.com

 

[davidinindy]

It would help to know what your experience is, and why they put this task in your hands. Do you work for a mold builder or Molder? What is your familiarity with molds?
There are some quoting softwares out there, but they aren't neccessary, and don't account for a lot of variables.
Evidently, unless your employer isn't very sharp, they think you have the experience to do this.
I'd start collecting mold base and component catalogs & steel suppliers catalogs, and talk to your shop floor and see what is involved with building different types of molds.

David

 

[spider007]

Previous molds complete. if the part and the molds are similar....If you got to quote a mold with 3 big lifters, find a mold previously complete with the similar amount and size of components. The labour costs should be purity close....