Compression Molding
High-pressure forming of fiber-reinforced composites, sheet molding compound (SMC), and glass mat thermoplastic (GMT) to net-shape automotive parts. Capable of complex geometry, tight tolerances, and high-volume repeatability.
Capabilities
Three core processes.
Three core processes.
One facility.
Compression molding, vacuum forming, and fiber processing — supported by robotic waterjet cutting, assembly, and full quality and engineering services under one roof in Englewood, Ohio.
Manufacturing Processes
What we do, and how we do it.
Vacuum Forming
Thermoforming and vacuum forming of thermoplastic sheet and composite materials into three-dimensional automotive geometries. Ideal for large-area interior and underbody panels with complex surface detail.
Fiber Processing
Polyester and recycled-material fiber production, controlled layup, and forming for NVH, underbody protection, acoustic absorption, and interior lining applications. Our green manufacturing foundation since 1978.
Robotic Waterjet Cutting
Precision 5-axis robotic waterjet trimming for complex geometries, tight-tolerance edge profiles, and repeatable cut quality on molded and formed parts. No tooling wear, no heat distortion.
Assembly & Sub-Assembly
Lamination, adhesive bonding, hardware attachment, kitting, and OEM-compliant packaging. We deliver assemblies ready for vehicle installation, reducing your line-side complexity.
Engineering & Quality
On-site engineering for DFMEA, prototype development, and PPAP documentation. Full quality management aligned with IATF 16949. Customer-specific requirements met or exceeded.
Process Flow
From raw material to ready-to-install.
01
Material Preparation
Fiber layup, sheet material conditioning, or compound preparation to program specification.
02
Forming
Compression molding or vacuum forming to net shape. Heat, pressure, and cycle time controlled to spec.
03
Trim & Finish
Robotic waterjet trimming, edge finishing, and surface inspection to dimensional requirements.
04
Assembly & Ship
Sub-assembly, lamination, hardware, quality gate, OEM packaging, and JIT delivery.
Facility
105,000+ sq. ft. of manufacturing floor.
Our Englewood facility was purpose-built as Hematite's U.S. headquarters in 2017-2018. The state-of-the-art steel structure comprises four connected buildings with full bolted roof joist system, mechanical mezzanine, and dedicated receiving and production areas.
Location Advantage
Englewood, Ohio sits in the Dayton metro — at the intersection of I-70 and I-75, within 500 miles of most major OEM assembly plants in the Midwest corridor.
Quality Systems
Quality management aligned with IATF 16949. PPAP capability, DFMEA support, and customer-specific quality planning for every new program.
Angstrom Engineering
Backed by Angstrom Group's engineering resources across 33 global locations for DFM consultation, prototype support, and advanced material development.
Sourcing
Looking to qualify a new supplier?
Contact our team to discuss program requirements, capacity, PPAP timelines, and material options.