optical molding

A.L.P. specializes in advanced optical molding and custom component manufacturing for lighting and technical OEMs. Our optical molding process is a highly specialized form of injection molding, engineered to meet the demanding requirements of illumination, aesthetics, and performance.

Whether you need custom injection-molded components, silicone-molded parts, or optical assemblies designed for precise light control, A.L.P.’s experts guide you through every stage—from part design and material selection to tooling and mold construction. We help OEMs across lighting, medical, automotive, HVAC, POP, appliance, and data-center markets bring complex ideas to life.

A.L.P. delivers industry-leading optical molding services, backed by decades of experience in optical engineering, toolmaking, performance validation, and lifetime mold maintenance. Our team ensures your custom components meet strict optical, mechanical, and regulatory requirements—while optimizing manufacturability, cost, and long-term durability.

Partner with A.L.P. to develop custom components that give your lighting or technical OEM application a true competitive advantage.

Locations

  • CHARLEVOIX, MI
  • DICKSON, TN
  • Monterrey, Mexico

Raw Materials

  • ACRYLIC
  • POLYCARBONATE
  • Optical Silicone
  • Engineering Thermoplastics

Overview

equipment size range

  • 100 tons - 1650 tons

part sizes accommodated

  • Shot Size 40oz - 60oz
  • Mold Base up to 60 inches

TOOLING SERVICES

  • Tooling Design
  • Tooling Production
  • Fast-Track Machining
  • Mold Maintenance Operations
  • Asian Tooling Management

ENGINEERING SERVICES

  • Product Design
  • Optical Engineering
  • Project Management
  • Rapid Prototyping
  • Testing (Photometric, Heat, UV…)
  • Performance Verification

SECONDARY OPERATIONS

  • Metalizing
  • Specialty Coating
  • Laser Cutting
  • Sonic Welding
  • Hot Stamping
  • Fabrication and Assembly
  • Warehousing

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