Tool manufacturing

An integrated tool shop

Our integrated tool shop, just a stone’s throw from our head office in Haute Loire (43), is dedicated to the design, manufacture, finishing and maintenance of our production tools.

It has an independent design office that works in synergy with the various plants.

Step 1

Study

Step 2

Tool design

Step 3

Quote

Step 4

Preparation & machining

Step 5

Finishing (micro-perforation)

Step 6

Dimensional & functional inspection

Step 7

Maintenance & repair

CAM files are used to design pistons, suction machines, cooling circuits…

  • Maximum tool size: 1800 * 500 Height
  • It is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery:
  • 3 3-axis machining centers
  • 1 5-axis machining center
  • 2 conventional milling machines
  • 1 grinding machine: for better surface flatness
  • 1 turn

Thanks to this expertise, we are able to design and manufacture customized prototype and production molds, as well as all peripheral accessories (mold holders, stackers, frames, custom sealing tools, etc.) adapted to the specific needs of our industrial processes.

It’s a real tool and support that brings agility and flexibility to project management.

Advantages of an in-house tooling division

  • 1 dedicated workshop close to the sites
  • Flexible, responsive project management
  • Reduce development time
  • Quick modifications if needed
  • Better control of project and part quality
  • Multi-axis machining (5) for complex parts
  • Mould finishing (micro-perforation, polishing, etc.)
  • Lower production costs

Product types

  • Prototype molds
  • Thermoforming molds & peripheral accessories
  • Cutting and sealing tools
Working environment
Dessin et vérification
Usinage
Fraisage et finition
Montage, réglage de la machine et mise en route

Our CSR strengths :

  • A green working environment
  • An original building restored in “exposed stone”.
  • Geographical proximity between sites
  • Local steel suppliers
  • All shavings are recycled
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