Driven by the global shift toward lightweight electric vehicles and ESG sustainability, OMD (Out-Side Mold Decoration) has rapidly emerged as a leading innovation in automotive display and interior surface decoration. This advanced technology prints decorative patterns onto transparent film, then applies controlled pressure, temperature, and time to transfer (OMR) or laminate (OMF) the graphics onto plastic, metal, carbon fiber, 3D curved glass, or even wood surfaces—achieving both visual appeal and tactile experience.

OMD is considered an evolution of traditional IMD (In-Mold Decoration) and INS (In-Mold Shaping) technologies. It is especially designed for lightweight materials used in EVs, such as magnesium, aluminum, lithium alloys, and carbon/glass fiber panels. Compared to IMD/INS, OMD significantly reduces tooling costs, streamlines mass production, and offers customers greater flexibility in design implementation—making it an ideal process that balances creative freedom with manufacturing efficiency.

OMD integrates the spirit of INS and IME (In-Mold Electronics) with three core advantages:

One fixture, multiple applications – A single mold base supports OMR transfer, OMF lamination, and INS forming processes.

Three functions in one machine – Enables 3D surface wrap-around decoration on curved parts with enhanced tactile depth.

Broad material compatibility – Supports decoration on over five material types, including plastic injection parts, metal, carbon fiber, 3D glass, and architectural wood panels.

OMD technology not only improves manufacturing performance but also aligns with the global trend toward carbon reduction and ESG compliance, making it a core innovation for next-generation vehicle design and high-end decorative solutions.