The lifespan of aluminium and its associated alloys when used for pattern and mould manufacture is extending significantly. More especially when comparisons are made to when it was first introduced to the market. Improved quality of material standards, which when combined with modern finish coatings applied to aluminium have made significant gains in terms of aluminium tooling longevity. Gains that can be measured a hundred-fold from the very earliest versions. As a direct consequence of this, the cost-benefit ratio in relation to aluminium tooling manufacture has risen exponentially, representing key opportunities. This includes lowering the cost of production whilst manufacturing to tighter tolerances, together with improvements to finished components. The business case for aluminium tooling is compelling.
Aluminium, and aluminium alloys grade material specification standards are one significant key attribute towards pattern and mould longevity, along with design. In this regard, at Freeform Technology we source all our materials from recognised and approved suppliers, tightly controlled through our own internal set of disciplines around procurement and supply chain best practices, processes, and procedures. Material grade specification is a vital question to be asking whenever comparisons are being made towards short listing any potential aluminium tooling supplier, as is proven working experience and expertise.
What can aluminium tooling offer?
- Aluminium presents positive cost/benefit ratios in the majority of cases.
- Machines to acutely fine tolerances.
- Tolerant of long manufacturing runs without re-tooling interventions.
- Recognised provenance of material, standards, and source.
What does Freeform Technology offer?
- Established business – operating since 2008
- Proven expert and experienced team
- Unparalleled quality aluminium pattern and mould manufacturer
- Operates in most hi-tech sectors – includes automotive, aerospace & defence
- Extensive machining workshop capabilities
- Client testimonials and references
- ISO 90001 certified
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