TF Engineering LLC

Polymers, composites, simulation and tooling consulting

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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

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Evaluation 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

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Pre-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

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Comprehensive 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

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Scientific 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

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Engineering 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.

Custom 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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