TF Engineering LLC
Polymers, composites, simulation and tooling consulting
About the firm
TF Engineering LLC provides specialized polymer, composite, simulation, and tooling consulting services. Operating from Livonia, Michigan, with additional representation in Seattle, Washington, it assists manufacturers with material selection, injection-molding simulation, mold design evaluation, part development, failure analysis, and technical training.
- Firm type
- Materials Engineering · Simulation Engineering · Industrial Engineering
Credentials
Moldflow Certification · Moldex3D Certification
People
Megan DerwichOwner and Lead Polymer and Composites Engineer
Capabilities
Polymer Selection
Service websiteEvaluation of material alternatives for specific applications and manufacturing requirements.
- Application Assessment
Evaluation of specific product applications to determine the ideal polymer processes and materials.
- Material Comparison
Detailed analysis of material benefits and disadvantages to guide engineering decisions.
- Supplier Recommendations
Identification of qualified material suppliers offering suitable polymer options.
Injection Molding Simulation
Service websitePre-tooling analysis and production troubleshooting using advanced molding simulation tools.
- Pre-Tooling Moldflow Analysis
Simulation workflows to optimize part design and molding processes before cutting steel.
- Moldex3D Modeling
Advanced injection molding simulation and process optimization using Moldex3D software.
- Production Molding Troubleshooting
Diagnostic simulation to identify and resolve existing manufacturing defects and molding issues.
Tooling Design and Evaluation
Service websiteComprehensive mold review and custom tooling design to support manufacturing preparation.
- Design for Manufacturing Documents
Creation of detailed design for manufacturing documentation to bring to tool shops.
- Tooling Document Review
Evaluation of existing tooling documentation to ensure compatibility and efficiency.
- Custom Tool Design
Development of custom tooling and mold designs using Fusion 360.
Failure Analysis and Processing
Service websiteScientific investigation of part failures using advanced material diagnostics.
- Scientific Diagnostics
Investigation of components using structured methods such as FTIR and DSM.
- Material Science Investigation
Applying material science principles to diagnose the root causes of component failure.
Part Design and Redesign
Service websiteEngineering support for developing and optimizing plastic and composite components for mass production.
- Plastics Part Design
Creating functional part designs optimized for molding and structural statics.
- Composites Engineering
Designing high-performance composite structures optimized for strength and manufacturability.
- Mass Production Optimization
Refining existing component designs to improve mass-production efficiency and reduce defects.
Training
Service websiteCustom educational programs focusing on design for plastics and molding simulation software.
- Design for Plastics Instruction
Tailored educational courses focused on helping designers master plastic engineering principles.
- Simulation Software Training
Specialized instruction in Moldflow and injection molding simulation workflows.
Industries
Manufacturing · Automotive · Aerospace · Consumer Products · Defense · Medical Devices · Electronics
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