We design, develop, and manufacture custom carbon fiber parts, molds, and tooling in the USA, providing turnkey product development from concept to production.
Our team of designers, engineers, and technicians are equipped to support every phase of your carbon fiber project, from concept and tooling to prototype development, first article production, quality assurance, testing, and high-volume manufacturing. By keeping every critical process in-house, we deliver faster turnaround times and greater control over quality, key to both our success and yours.
As a full-service composite and machining shop with decades of hands-on experience, we ensure your carbon fiber parts are manufactured with precision, consistency, and craftsmanship every step of the way.
Capabilities
Design & Engineering
Our expertise spans reverse engineering, tooling design, component design, and more, all tailored for custom carbon fiber parts. We leverage deep knowledge of carbon fiber, composite materials, and production optimization to deliver stronger, lighter, and more durable components while keeping manufacturing cost-effective. Explore how we help clients turn ideas into workable designs, select the right materials, and provide end-to-end support throughout their projects.
Product Development & Prototyping
Product development and prototyping can be a challenging step for many businesses — we simplify the process by optimizing specifications and workflows for carbon fiber parts. Our approach minimizes risks and ensures your product is ready for successful production. From functional prototypes to one-off parts, we help you test performance, refine designs, and prepare projects for full-scale manufacturing.
Compression Molding
Our proprietary compression molding process is ideal for producing strong, resilient, and versatile carbon fiber parts in large quantities. With relatively low tooling costs, it provides a cost-effective solution for a wide range of applications. Discover when compression molding is the right choice, the advantages it offers, and the types of custom parts that are best suited for this high-performance process.
Composite Manufacturing
We offer a comprehensive range of composite manufacturing processes, including autoclave molding, vacuum bag molding, bladder molding, hand lay-up, and compression molding, all tailored to your product’s specific needs. Our skilled team evaluates each project to recommend the most efficient and effective approach, optimizing quality, performance, and production timelines. Using precise combinations of pressure, temperature, and tooling, we form and cure custom carbon fiber parts designed to meet the highest standards of strength, durability, and consistency.
Precision Machining
We use advanced 3-axis CNC machining centers to produce tooling and components tailored to your project, from one-off prototypes to full production runs. Whether creating custom molds or trimming finished parts, every process is executed to exact specifications, with careful attention to tolerances, volume, setup costs, part costs, and lead time. Discover how our precision machining ensures tight tolerances, reliable fits, and high-quality finishes for your custom carbon fiber parts.
WHY CHOOSE CARBON FIBER FOR YOUR PROJECT?
LIGHTWEIGHT
4x STRENGTH OF STEEL
3x STIFFNESS OF ALUMINUM
ADVANCED AEROSPACE MATERIAL
FATIGUE AND CORROSION RESISTANT
SUPERIOR SHOCK ABSORPTION
30 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
What You'll Get Working with Southwest Composite Works
AMERICAN MADE
CUSTOM
QUALITY
PRODUCTION