Simoldes Group

Simoldes Group runs guided industrial‑tour visits showcasing mould making, testing and plastic injection production for the automotive sector. The programme is aimed at visitors interested in manufacturing processes, engineering and industrial heritage.

Visits are offered through the local tourism programme rather than casual walk‑ins; materials and municipal pages recommend booking via the Oliveira de Azeméis tourist office. Verify the exact meeting point—company and municipal sources cite slightly different street numbers for the site.

You’ll see active workshops and production lines for mould manufacturing and plastic injection, with explanations of key processes and quality testing.

Look out for:

• Precision tooling workshops where moulds are designed and finished.

• Injection‑moulding cells showing mass‑production of automotive parts.

• Quality‑control and testing areas demonstrating inspection protocols.

• Explanations of the company’s integrated “tools → plastics → production” workflow.

Best way to experience it:

Book in advance through the Oliveira de Azeméis tourist office, bring closed‑toe shoes and wear clothes suitable for an industrial environment; expect a guided walkthrough rather than a hands‑on activity.

• Visits are scheduled via the local tourist office — not typically open walk‑ins.

• Site addresses vary in sources (Rua Comendador António Silva Rodrigues 100 vs 165); confirm meeting point before travel.

• Industrial environment: follow safety instructions and wear appropriate footwear.

• Photography or access to some production areas may be restricted; ask the guide.