S.M.C. is a mixture of resin, glass reinforcement, pigment, filler, catalyst and other formulation specific additives. These ingredients are blended and physically thickened to a high viscosity and subsequently formed between two plastic sheets of film for handling and packaging.

When molding, the plastic film is removed and the compound is placed between two metal molds (male and female) in a compression press. The press closes and the final product is formed under pressure at 280 - 300 degrees Fahrenheit. The heat of the mold lowers the viscosity of SMC, thus dramatically improving flow and glass wet out. The heat then causes the material to cure. The molds are separated and the final product is removed. Able Mfg.'s SMC capabilities are suitable for molding small to medium size parts when production requirements range from 3,000 to 100,000 parts.

The Cab-Over-Engine (C.O.E.) truck at left has compression molded body trim panels made out of sheet molding compound. The front grill surrounds, corners, skirts, and step covers are made by Able Mfg.'s composite group.