Military & Defense Plastic Injection Molding
Precision-Molded Plastic Components for Defense, Firearm & Tactical Equipment OEMs
New England Molding (NEM) provides custom plastic injection molding for military, defense, firearm, defense automotive, and tactical equipment manufacturers. Based in Concord, New Hampshire, we manufacture precision plastic components for demanding applications, from firearm grips and helmet accessories to ruggedized electronics housings and military equipment components.
As an ITAR-registered, ISO 9001:2015 certified U.S. manufacturer, NEM supports new product development, tooling transfers, and long-term production programs with a focus on quality, consistency, and responsive service.
ITAR Registered
DDTC-registered U.S. manufacturer
ITAR Registered
DDTC compliance procedures
ISO 9001:2015
Certified quality system
Made in the USA
Concord, New Hampshire
±0.002" Tolerances
35–310 ton presses
Military & Defense Applications
We manufacture custom injection molded plastic components for a wide range of defense and tactical equipment applications.
Firearm Components & Grips
- Handgun grips and grip panels
- Rifle grips and rifle components
- Overmolded and soft-touch grip surfaces
- Exterior housings, covers, and protective caps
- Firearm storage and transport accessories
- Holsters
Military Helmet & Tactical Equipment
- Helmet rails and mountings
- Protective housings
- Cable management components
- Equipment clips, brackets, and mounting components
- Custom plastic components for tactical equipment
Military Electronics & Communication Equipment
- Defense electronics housing
- Plastic instrument housings
- Radio and communication enclosures
- Battery housings and plastic protective covers
- Navigation equipment enclosures
- Control knobs, bezels, and interfaces
Military Vehicles & Field Equipment
- Ground vehicle interior plastic components
- Control panels, knobs, and equipment housings
- Portable field equipment components
- Naval and marine equipment housings
- Protective equipment and military medical device housings
Precision Injection Molding & Tooling
NEM supports defense OEMs with new tooling, existing mold transfers, and precision injection molding for both specialized components and high-volume production programs.
Our capabilities include:
Mold design, tooling, and mold transfers
Design-for-manufacturing (DFM) support
Insert molding and threaded inserts
Overmolding and ergonomic grip surfaces
Color matching and pad printing
Secondary assembly and component installation
Mold maintenance, repair, and modification
Our Concord, New Hampshire facility operates injection molding presses ranging from 35 to 310 tons, with tolerances as tight as ±0.002 inches, depending on material, geometry, and part requirements.
Have an existing mold? We’ll evaluate it and bring it into production.
From Concept To Delivery.
A proven process that ensures quality, efficiency, and clear communication.
Consult & Quote
Submit your drawings or samples. We review, consult on manufacturability, and return a quote within 1–2 weeks.
Mold Design & Build
We design and build (or receive and qualify) your tooling with full validation before production begins.
Validation & Approval
IQ/OQ/PQ and PPAP documentation. Sample parts for your approval, retained samples on file.
Production & Delivery
Flexible production, 24/5 operation, blanket orders, Kanban releases, custom stocking programs.
Engineering Materials for Demanding Applications
Material selection is based on each customer’s design, environmental exposure, and performance requirements.
We process a range of engineering thermoplastics, including:
- Nylon
- Glass-Filled Nylon
- Polycarbonate
- PC/ABS
- ABS
- Acetal
- Polypropylene
- TPU / TPE
Flame-Retardant Grades
Specialty material grades for applications with flame-retardant requirements.
UV-Stabilized Grades
Specialty thermoplastics for parts exposed to outdoor and field conditions.
ITAR Registration, Domestic Manufacturing & Quality
DDTC Registered & ITAR Compliant
NEM is DDTC-registered and maintains ITAR compliance procedures for applicable defense manufacturing programs.
Berry Amendment & BABA Support
Our U.S. manufacturing capabilities can support Berry Amendment and Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements for qualifying products and contracts, with compliance documentation evaluated on a project-specific basis.
Export-Controlled Data
NEM can also receive and manage export-controlled technical drawings and project information under its applicable compliance procedures.
Our certified quality management system supports:
- First Article Inspection (FAI)
- PPAP and IQ/OQ/PQ validation
- Material certifications and Certificates of Conformance
- Lot traceability and dimensional inspection
- Customer-specific quality and inspection requirements
Every program is documented and traceable from first article through ongoing production.
Operating
24/5
Low to High
Volume Production
Real-Time Production
Monitoring
35–310 Ton
Press Range
ISO 9001:2015
Certified
Why Choose New England Molding?
U.S. Manufacturing
Injection molding operations in Concord, New Hampshire
Precision & Quality
ISO 9001:2015 certification and documented inspection processes
Defense Manufacturing Support
DDTC registration and ITAR compliance procedures
Flexible Production
New tooling, mold transfers, and high to low volume recurring programs
Responsive Service
Direct communication with experienced manufacturing and engineering personnel
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. NEM supports custom injection molded components such as firearm grips, grip panels, exterior housings, protective covers, and other customer-designed plastic parts.
Yes. NEM is registered with the U.S. Department of State’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) and maintains procedures for applicable ITAR-controlled projects.
NEM manufactures plastic components in the United States and can provide documentation for qualifying products and contracts. Applicability and compliance are evaluated based on the specific program, materials, and sourcing requirements.
Yes. NEM supports existing mold transfers, tooling evaluation, production setup, and ongoing manufacturing.
Looking for a U.S. Military & Defense Injection Molding Partner?
From firearm grips and helmet components to ruggedized equipment housings, New England Molding provides precision plastic injection molding for defense and tactical equipment OEMs.
New England Molding — Precision That Repeats.