Background: The customer, a global auto parts manufacturer and major supplier of HVAC systems for automotive applications, was in need of a complex, custom masking solution for a condenser mounting rail. The customer was looking for a supplier with the right molding capabilities, who could also meet their aggressive timeline and provide a cost-effective solution.

Challenge: the customer needed to mask a bar code label, located on a u-shaped condenser mounting rail, during paint application. It was important that a bad code remains visible and functional after painting, to maintain traceability and control inventory from the plant to the end-user. Additionally, the mask needed to stay in place during the painting process.  Continue Reading