Member Spotlight: FRÖTEK USA

Injection Molding and Contract Manufacturing in Tennessee

FRÖTEK USA, TN provides injection molding, insert molding, assembly, and contract manufacturing services. From its facility in McMinnville, Tennessee, the company combines an experienced local manufacturing team with the international capabilities of the FRÖTEK Group.

For companies seeking to localize production or add manufacturing capacity in the United States, FRÖTEK USA, TN offers a flexible equipment portfolio. The McMinnville facility operates 19 hydraulic, hybrid, and electric injection molding machines ranging from 90 to 1,214 US tons.

The facility’s capabilities extend beyond conventional injection molding. FRÖTEK USA, TN also provides insert molding, dedicated core-pull capabilities, component and module assembly, and other value-added operations.

Quality is integrated throughout the manufacturing process. The McMinnville operation is IATF 16949 certified. ISO 14001 implementation is already underway, with certification planned for 2027. Experienced employees, standardized procedures, and continued investment support reliable production from the first molded part through series supply.

McMinnville Tool & Die joined the FRÖTEK Group in 2025, combining an established manufacturing facility and trained local workforce with the resources and long-term perspective of an international manufacturing group. The integration strengthens FRÖTEK’s U.S. production footprint while preserving the experience developed locally in Tennessee.

Today, the business is jointly led by co-General Managers Ryan Gannon and Thomas Johnen. Ryan, an American manager from McMinnville Tool & Die, brings his experience as its General Manager and his knowledge of the facility, employees, customers, and regional market. Thomas, a German manager from FRÖTEK Germany, contributes the international manufacturing perspective, standards, and network of the FRÖTEK Group.

Their close German-American partnership is central to the successful integration of the McMinnville operation. By combining local knowledge with global experience, Ryan and Thomas connect regional customer needs and established relationships with FRÖTEK’s engineering resources, production network, and long-term investment strategy.

Customers also benefit from the wider capabilities of the FRÖTEK Group. Across nine production sites, the Group operates more than 150 injection molding machines and offers expertise in tooling, engineering, automation, assembly, and international production. This network supports local execution with broader technical and manufacturing resources.

For companies seeking a reliable U.S.-based molding and contract manufacturing partner, FRÖTEK USA, TN offers local production backed by global manufacturing strength.

Learn more about FRÖTEK USA, TN at manufacturing.froetek.com.