a system and method for bonding a protective cover to a mobile device is disclosed . a cold cast protective cover is permanently bonded to the device and provides protection against damage from dropping , impact , exposure to electric or static discharge , and exposure to liquid , gas , and dusts . the cold cast protective cover takes the shape around all or some desired portion of the outer surface of the mobile device while still providing access to the device &# 39 ; s user interface , including display , power and volume buttons , power charging port , memory port , speaker port , camera lens , and the like . the cold cast protective cover can , with additives , increase the safety of the device for intrinsic safety or hazardous environments .