Each die is the result of a constant communication with the customer and a design conceived to guarantee:

• Compliance with the specifications
  We meet the specific needs of each customer, ensuring full compliance with supply specifications, thanks to a high degree of flexibility;
• Die service life
  We design solid structures, using materials and coatings appropriate to the material to be printed and the quantity of parts to be produced. This makes it possible to extend the life of the die, minimising maintenance and upkeep costs.
• Reducing waste
  We design optimised shapes, reducing scrap and, consequently, the consumption of material in the moulding process.
  
   

Careful design consists of several stages: feasibility analysis and simulation, method definition and optimisation of the finished product, three-dimensional design. Thanks to our technical department, we manage all steps in-house, working closely with the customer to develop optimised solutions tailored to specific project requirements.

The stages of our design

Feasibility analysis and simulation of the moulding process

After understanding the customer's needs, we analyse the feasibility of the project. We simulate the moulding process using specific FEM (Finite Element Method) software. In this way, we identify and prevent any critical issues that might arise during die testing, thereby reducing set-up times. This stage is essential to optimise the design from the outset and ensure the quality of the final die.

Method definition, co-design and product optimisation

In this stage we define the moulding method, i.e. the sequence of operations to be performed by the die during the production process. This is a key step, which affects both the construction of the die and its operational efficiency.

On the one hand, a well-structured method simplifies the work involved in making the die and also facilitates future maintenance or modification. On the other hand, the method has a direct impact on operational efficiency: it reduces scrap, optimises the number of strokes (in the case of progressive dies), and improves the entire moulding process.

During this stage, we are in continuous communication with the customer. Sharing information and feedback often results in a co-design activity: we suggest possible adjustments on the finished product that can simplify its construction, reduce its costs, and improve its performance.

Three-dimensional design and delivery of complete and up-to-date technical documentation

At this stage we use CAD-CAM software in a fully three-dimensional environment to design the die. Our designers also follow the die during manufacture and testing, constantly updating the design. At the end of the production process, therefore, the customer receives up-to-date drawings of the final and actual state of the die, including all modifications made from design to final set-up. This comprehensive and up-to-date technical documentation is an essential tool to facilitate any future maintenance or modification work.