US-based Replenish Bottling that creates new formats for plastic spray bottles and containers has opted for R&D/Leverage for its injection mold building expertise.
As a part of scaling up from its initial pilot molds, the Replenish team required injection molds designed for high-speed automation to produce six different parts used in an integrated, leak-proof bottle-interior reservoir design.
The aim of this development was to make the containers appealing to makers of a wide range of packaged goods.
The two companies had met at a trade show in Florida. California-based Jason Foster, founder and "Chief Reuser" of Replenish said: "At that point, we had made some tools, but nothing had been scaled up.
"From the inception of our partnership with R&D/Leverage, it was clear that they recognized and were excited about the potential of our new category, and that their expertise is second-to-none. Together, we are changing what a bottle can be."
The new bottles that have been patented already feature an internal mixing cup to help consumers add the necessary quantity of concentrate into the bottle, which can then be quickly mixed with household tap water.
"Just turn the bottle upside-down, squeeze concentrate from the refill pod into the built-in measuring cup, and add water. The cost of creating and shipping water-based formulations is thus reduced. Plus, the Replenish System is hassle-free and fun to use."
Speaking about the company, R&D/Leverage account manager Larry Schumacher said: "We are a privately-owned company and have been since 1976. R&D/Leverage is here for the long-haul, which in this day and age (here today and gone tomorrow) means a lot to companies like Replenish.
"Our tool design group has more than three decades of experience. We know how to build and refurbish molds. Our engineering and processing capabilities are first rate."
Headquartered in Missouri, R&D/Leverage provides services to the home and personal care, healthcare, and food and beverage industries.
Image: A bottle manufactured by Replenish Bottling. Photo: courtesy of R&D/Leverage.