Precision Patterns
Our skilled in-house precision pattern makers have an unrivalled depth of knowledge of what is required to make composite parts.
Our experienced team provides fast and effective responses on any project, advising and delivering across all our customer projects. If you provide a pattern and we can improve it – we will.
Our pattern makers can work from any technical line drawing supplied by the client or as can sometimes happen, make alterations/improvements to CNC cut patterns.
We work in consultation with you throughout the project as it progresses to ensure your expectations are met.
How do our pattern makers work?
When working from technical line drawings, depending on the design, it is sometimes more commercially viable to produce a traditional pattern which, thanks to the expertise of our team, will still be extremely accurate and offer a quick turnaround.
As the project progresses, our partnership approach ensures that we work together for your ultimate success. We are happy to support from early CAD stages to save re-drawing parts that have a possibility of undercuts and ‘sticking’ in the mould.
Benefits Of Precision Pattern Makers
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Swift Amendments and Modifications: Experience the efficiency of quick and seamless changes to your patterns and designs.
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Unparalleled Versatility: Our pattern makers excel in crafting surfaces that surpass the limitations of CNC machining, when you may not have CAD data available.
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Utilise Existing Moulds: Benefit from the ability to modify existing moulds or master moulds, transforming them into patterns for upgrades and enhancements.
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Cost-Effective Solutions: Save on expenses by avoiding the need to revisit the original CAD model or CNC pattern for adjustments.
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Comprehensive CAD Support: Enjoy dedicated CAD support throughout your project, ensuring smooth progress and high-quality results.
FAQS
Precision patterns can achieve tolerances within a few thousandths of an inch (microns), enabling exact replication of designs and ensuring moulds produce parts that meet strict quality standards.
Precision patterns are commonly made from materials like high-density foam, wood, or metal, using techniques such as CNC machining, hand finishing, and composite lay-up. These methods ensure durability and exact dimensions.
In composite production, a pattern is the starting point and is the foundation of the entire manufacturing process. The pattern is the original model or shape used to create a mould, usually made from a workable material like wood, which represents the characteristics of the final part. Patterns are crucial because they directly influence the quality, accuracy, and consistency of every part produced. A well-made pattern ensures that the mould, and ultimately the finished composite component, is fit for purpose and to design specifications.
Pattern making is the process of creating a detailed physical model or template used to produce moulds and parts. It’s crucial because accurate patterns ensure high-quality manufacturing, reduce errors, and save time and cost in production.
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"Our ability to offer our clients this product has more than doubled since we have found MPM as our supplier. An amazing team, efficient, professional and exceptionally good at what they do."
John Chadderton, Managing Director, Astra Vehicle Technologies
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