Since 1997 RPM have been working closely with Fisher & Paykel to provide injection moulding tool design and manufacture for the Healthcare and Appliances divisions.

The relationship is one of mutual respect and expert collaboration on both sides, as both companies work to exacting high standards and have an avid focus on continuous technical excellence.

RPM has delivered numerous projects for Fisher & Paykel Healthcare such as an injection moulding tool for a nasal mask, and Fisher & Paykel Appliances who came to RPM for an injection mould for a dishwasher, and Rotor and Stator tooling for use in home appliances.

Benefits to Fisher & Paykel of working with RPM

• RPM deliver a one stop service for tool design and manufacture services under one roof
• RPM use the premium engineering software Creo Elements/Pro Engineer software for design as standard, so Fisher & Paykel product designers can watch their product mould take shape
• Information sharing is swift and effective and a collaborative approach is supported
• Issues can be resolved quickly, which often results in an improved end product
• RPM’s plastic injection moulding tools are built and delivered in full and on time, with each mould custom designed to meet the exact specifications

An open and honest working relationship was established with Fisher and Paykel Appliances Ltd in New Zealand, and with a proven track record of high quality and successful design, RPM also began supplying tooling for Fisher and Paykel Healthcare.

“I have found RPM International Tool & Die to be extremely reliable and resourceful over the past 20 plus years F&P has done business with them.

The relationship with RPM is very open and where both sides challenge but most importantly learn from each other to build a better part and therefore a mold of superior quality that works first time.”

John Kennelly
Senior Specialist – Plastic Injection Tooling, Fisher & Paykel Appliances

What is the RPM difference?

What sets RPM apart from other plastic injection mould manufacturers, so that companies like Fisher and Paykel return again and again? And how does this translate to the global tool manufacturing market?

RPM have a fierce dedication to lean manufacturing processes and employ a specialised strategy of simultaneous tool design and manufacture. This technique requires rigorous management and adherence to process but delivers exceptional products in impressive timeframes.

Time efficiencies are achieved across the board resulting in design, manufacture and construction of tooling within the best possible timeframe, and to exacting standards. RPM aim to regularly exceed customer expectation and consequently have built an impressive reputation.

With markets in China and the Far East competing on price, RPM consistently wins business and customer loyalty by sitting a cut above the rest. Our quality and service has built our reputation for high standards and dependability.

“Our customers come to RPM with a product idea or design, and they don’t necessarily know about injection mould production or the process involved.” explains RPM tool designer Mike Godber. “At RPM we can design and build an injection moulding tool that will produce their product in all its uniqueness. It’s our job to guide the customer through the tool design and manufacture process, and offer advice and best practice solutions for them to consider.”

Interested in working with RPM International Tool & Die?

RPM welcomes global and NZ companies to visit our facilities, or request tool reports and on site mould trials in our Arburg Golden Edition Injection Moulding machine.

Because so much of our business is global, we conduct most communication, decision making and reviews by email or online conferencing. This makes it extremely easy for clients worldwide to conduct business efficiently with RPM, knowing they will receive regular communication and progress reports.

The exchange rate of the NZ dollar means that global businesses can take advantage of RPM’s exceptional service and quality, without being tied to paying higher rates to deal with their local suppliers.  Even taking freight into consideration, there are considerable savings to be made in the current economic climate.

Clients can select the RPM’s normal premium manufacture grade which employs the highest standard of exacting engineering along with the best and most suited materials available from the marketplace; or for more cost restricted projects such as prototyping and or low run volume injection moulding projects, RPM can work to a more economical level, while still attaining exacting high standards within agreed time frames.

About Fisher & Paykel

Fisher and Paykel Healthcare is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of products and systems for use in respiratory care, acute care, and the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea.

Fisher and Paykel Appliances Ltd is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of products for the home including kitchen and laundry appliances.

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