Minimum Order and Lead Time for HWAMDA Machines

HWAMDA does not impose minimum order quantities. A single SPV5 machine with one mold is a standard order that receives the same engineering attention and quality commitment as a 10-machine project. Many successful HWAMDA customers started with a single machine and grew to multi-line operations based on their production success. For single-machine orders, HWAMDA provides the same deliverables as large projects: complete DFM review, machine configuration optimization for your specific products, mold design with Moldflow simulation, factory acceptance testing, and on-site installation and training. The per-unit machine price for single orders is slightly higher than volume orders (typically 3-8% premium), reflecting fixed engineering and logistics costs. Customers planning to expand within 12-24 months can negotiate volume pricing commitments for future orders. Customers planning expansion within 12-24 months can negotiate volume pricing commitments for future orders at the time of their initial single-machine purchase from HWAMDA. For new manufacturers entering the packaging market, starting with a single machine allows focusing resources on production quality and customer development before scaling operations.

For urgent projects, HWAMDA offers express manufacturing with 40-60 day machine delivery and 6-10 week mold delivery. Express production is available for standard SPV5 models (270T, 280T, 380T, 400T, 450T, 480T, 530T, 600T) that share common sub-assemblies held in stock. Express surcharges range from 5-10% of the order value. The fastest delivery option uses pre-assembled machine frames and control systems combined with application-specific configuration. This reduces the critical path to injection unit setup, accumulator calibration, and machine testing—typically achievable in 40-50 days. Express mold manufacturing leverages pre-cut steel blanks, parallel CNC operations, and prioritized trial scheduling. HWAMDA maintains relationships with steel suppliers who stock common mold steel grades (S136, H13, 718H) for immediate delivery, eliminating the 2-4 week steel procurement delay. HWAMDA maintains relationships with steel suppliers stocking common mold grades for immediate delivery, eliminating the 2-4 week procurement delay that extends lead time with other suppliers. Express delivery is particularly valuable for manufacturers responding to unexpected demand increases or replacing damaged molds that are causing production downtime and lost revenue.

Standard payment terms for HWAMDA SPV5 machines: 30% deposit upon order confirmation, 30% upon completion of machine assembly (verified by photos and video), 30% before shipment (after factory acceptance test), and 10% upon successful installation and commissioning. For molds: 40% deposit upon design approval, 30% upon T0 trial completion, and 30% upon final acceptance before shipment. Payment methods accepted: bank wire transfer (T/T) in USD, EUR, or RMB, irrevocable letter of credit (L/C) at sight for orders above $100,000, and trade assurance through Alibaba for customers preferring platform protection. For combined machine-and-mold packages, HWAMDA offers consolidated payment milestones that simplify cash flow planning. Customers in established markets may negotiate deferred payment terms for repeat orders based on payment history. Customers in established markets with proven payment history may negotiate deferred payment terms for repeat orders, providing additional financial flexibility for business expansion. For combined machine-and-mold packages, HWAMDA consolidates payment milestones into a simplified schedule reducing administrative complexity while maintaining milestone-based buyer protection.

Step 1: Initial inquiry—provide your product drawings or samples, target production volume, and any specific requirements. HWAMDA responds within 24-48 business hours with preliminary recommendations. Step 2: DFM review—HWAMDA engineering reviews your product design and provides a detailed DFM report within 5 business days, including recommended modifications, mold layout, and machine selection. Step 3: Quotation and negotiation—formal quotation with itemized pricing, delivery timeline, and payment terms. Step 4: Order confirmation—signed purchase agreement and deposit payment initiates production. Step 5: Design approval—detailed mold design review with customer approval before steel cutting. Step 6: Manufacturing—regular progress updates with photos and video at key milestones. Step 7: Factory acceptance—machine and mold testing at HWAMDA's facility (customer may attend virtually or in person). Step 8: Shipping and logistics—HWAMDA arranges shipping to the destination port or factory. Step 9: Installation and commissioning—HWAMDA engineers on-site for 5-7 days for installation, training, and production startup. The ordering process is designed to be straightforward for both experienced professionals and first-time investors, with HWAMDA providing guidance at each step for informed decisions.