Fictiv, Evco Unite to 'Tariff-proof' Manufacturing

In a strategic move to streamline fragmented supply chains and accelerate production timelines, digital manufacturing platform Fictiv has partnered with Evco Plastics, a global custom injection molder and contract manufacturer.

The collaboration aims to create a fully managed, resilient supply chain solution that spans the entire product lifecycle — from concept to high-volume production.

The partnership, announced this week, combines Fictiv's AI-driven platform and global logistics expertise with Evco's extensive manufacturing footprint, which includes more than 1 million square feet of production space and 270 injection molding machines, including presses up to 4,400 tons. The alliance, according to the partners, promises OEMs a faster path to market and reduced bill-of-materials (BOM) costs through enhanced material sourcing and design-for-manufacturability (DFM) services.

Helping customers

The partnership is about helping customers do more with less, according to Fictiv, and by integrating its technology with Evco's operations, Fictiv will be addressing key pain points such as tariff mitigation, secondary processing gaps, and Mexico's still-developing supply base.

The partnership is particularly focused on supporting complex, highly engineered products in regions where the supply chain remains fragmented — especially in Mexico. Fictiv's GlobalFlex program, according to the company, blends cost-effective Chinese tooling inserts with localized production in next-generation facilities in the US and Mexico, improving gross margins and cutting lead times.

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Capabilities span a range of advanced molding processes, including overmolding, gas-assist molding, in-mold decorating, and liquid silicone rubber (LSR) molding, the partners noted. Beyond molding, the alliance also supports 3D printing, assembly, testing, and packaging.

The companies hold multiple certifications — including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, IATF 16949, and FDA compliance — ensuring customers in industries like medical, automotive, and consumer products can count on quality, traceability, and regulatory readiness.

"Our partnership with Evco marks a crucial step in simplifying global manufacturing supply chains," said Dave Evans, co-founder and CEO of Fictiv. "Together, we can reduce the overall number of suppliers and 'papercuts' involved in managing multiple suppliers to deliver efficiency and predictability in an unpredictable world."

Carlos Gonzales, head of Evco Plastics de Mexico, noted that Fictiv's capabilities allow the company to concentrate on manufacturing excellence while Fictiv tackles the complex workflow and supply chain challenges that impact OEM margins.

"It's the best of both worlds coming together," he said.

Moreover, the Fictiv-Evco collaboration aims to provide scalable, tailored solutions, underscoring a shared commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability in the manufacturing sector, according to the partners.

Evco was founded in 1964, employs over 2,100 people, and is headquartered in DeForest, WI. The company also has three plants in Wisconsin, two in Georgia, three in Mexico, and one in China.

Fictiv, a global manufacturing and supply chain company, has four global manufacturing centers in India, Mexico, China, and the US.

GlobalFlex's debut

GlobalFlex was rolled out by Fictiv earlier this year as an injection molding solution the company has engineered to mitigate global supply chain disruptions and optimize costs.

According to the company, GlobalFlex integrates tooling inserts produced in China with Fictiv's mold frames, assembled across next-generation manufacturing facilities in China, the United States, and Mexico. The company said its new offering leverages the speed and cost efficiencies of overseas production while enabling manufacturers to rapidly pivot to domestic production in response to shifts in demand or tariffs.

"Now more than ever, agility and regional flexibility are critical for maintaining resilient supply chains," Robbie Long, a product marketing manager at Fictiv, said in February. "Our expanded suite of injection molding offerings exemplifies our commitment to innovation, seamlessly streamlining operations and empowering manufacturers to navigate today's volatile global trade market."

Additionally, Fictiv's injection molding import program enables full production molds to be built in China and deployed into its US or Mexico manufacturing partner network, according to the company.