Production of Models

Our experienced technicians will design custom pattern equipment for you exactly according to your technical requirements. The production of patterns takes place using various proven materials, including wood, cast resin and aluminum, which we always select carefully with regard to the specifics of the casting and the expected series volume. At the same time, we provide regular maintenance and professional servicing of customer-owned pattern equipment. If you also supply us with documentation in digital form (ideally as a 3D CAD model), we can significantly speed up the entire pre-production preparation.

Metal Pattern Shop

In our specialized metal pattern shop, we provide complete manufacturing and assembly of new pattern equipment for both series and one-off production. In addition, we carry out regular overhauls, modifications and prompt repairs of existing metal patterns and core boxes. This significantly extends their overall service life.

3D Printing and Rapid Pattern Production

A key advantage of additive manufacturing is its ability to produce functional prototypes quickly and flexibly. We therefore actively use modern 3D printing to prepare pattern sets for small-series production. We also reliably use it to produce gating systems and various auxiliary assembly fixtures.

Main advantages of 3D printing:

Speed and flexibility: This process significantly shortens the time needed to develop and test new castings.
Cost reduction: It also effectively minimizes the amount of waste and thus substantially reduces the costs of the preparation phase.

CNC Pattern Shop

Since May 2015, we have been offering modern production methods focused on the precise manufacture of foundry patterns, core boxes, shaped parts and fixtures. Our technology portfolio is based on the state-of-the-art 3-axis VDC 1750-HS MACMATIC gantry milling center for high-speed machining. In addition, we use the innovative AKIRA SEIKI HV5,5HH finishing milling machine, allowing us to guarantee maximum precision of all shapes.

Pattern Production – Applications and Software

In this area, we specialize above all in machining aluminum and its alloys. The entire process begins with the preparation of a detailed 3D design in the CAD software AutoCAD Inventor. We can therefore easily process all customer documentation in all standard formats, such as STEP, STP, X_T or IGES.

Technical Specifications of the Machining Center

Control system: The machine is controlled by the top-class HEIDENHAIN 5300 system, enabling us to achieve maximum precision.
Table dimensions: The work table offers generous dimensions of 1,600 × 1,000 mm, allowing large parts to be clamped.
Table load capacity: The table structure can also withstand high loads of up to 3,000 kg (3 tonnes).
Spindle speed: The spindle reaches speeds of up to 18,000 rpm, ensuring productive machining.