In small-scale production, only a limited number of units are produced, perhaps due to low demand, for prototype models, or for research or patent purposes. Unlike large-scale production, small-scale production involves high unit costs or manufacturing costs and often utilizes specialized manufacturing processes. To achieve economical solutions under these special conditions, M.TEC, as a specialized development partner for small-scale series, supports you with the right know-how.
Do you need decision-making bases and support in the manufacture of small quantities?
Is your product marketed in very small quantities? Do you need just a few functional prototypes for tests and trials to validate your product idea? Perhaps you are also in a phase where you are not yet sure whether to produce in large quantities and need more clarity. In this context, M.TEC considers production processes with a holistic approach, creates decision-making bases, and ensures the economical production of small series considering all possible methods. We develop the best solution, regardless of the manufacturing process.
Systematic Preparation for Small-Scale Production by M.TEC
The engineers at M.TEC know how unit costs or manufacturing costs arise. The conflict between requirements, product specifications, design, and manufacturing costs is well-known to us after nearly 30 years of experience in engineering. On this basis, M.TEC creates a solid foundation for conscious decisions regarding your product. We develop economical solutions for technical products in small quantities – starting from quantity one.
Our services in small-scale development include:
- Development of new products in small quantities
- Design modification of components and assemblies suitable for the process
- Selection of the most cost-effective manufacturing method for products
- Selection of manufacturing partners for individual requirements
- Development of functional prototypes for testing and trials
- Alternative manufacturing methods for small series
Aluminum molds for injection molding
Aluminum molds are suitable for cost-effective and rapid procurement of components in series material. M.TEC assists in 3D CAD data preparation and procurement of components. For filled materials, M.TEC employs injection molding simulations to ensure component quality in terms of warping (fiber orientation), allowing measures in the tool/article to be directly coordinated with the prototype tool supplier.
Master Mold Tool Concepts (Steel Molds)
To reduce high investment costs, a master mold can be used. M.TEC creates decision-making bases for inquiries to determine tool and manufacturing costs.
Other manufacturing processes for small quantities include:
- 3D printing (plastic and metal)
- Machining (including 3D milling)
- Sheet metal processing
- Hybrid processes
- Aluminum extrusion
- Zinc die casting
- Aluminum die casting
- Laser sintering
- Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) molded parts
- Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) molded parts
- Polyurethane (PU) foams
- Resin Transfer Molding (RTM)
Success Stories - Small-scale projects with M.TEC
- Development of medical devices (approx. 6,000 p.a.)
- Development of filter systems (approx. 800 p.a.)
- Development of crane control elements (approx. 1,000 p.a.)
- Development of functional prototypes: catering, fluid engineering products
- Development of household appliances (approx. 10,000 p.a.)
- Development of mailbox systems (approx. 10,000 p.a.), modular system