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Value-add prototyping
Our making capabilities include:
- CAD driven CNC Machining
- Traditional Manual Modelmaking
- Rapid Injection Moulding
- Pilot Production
- Composite Moulding
- Vacuum Forming
- Spray Coating
Prototype
Find out about our in-house prototyping advantage
At Minima our on-site team of experts have the capabilities to build fully functional working prototypes. We think it's a fundamental requirement in new product development because, in the journey from mind to market, we design products that function in the real world.
Minima is a recognised centre of excellence in design and prototyping which is here to help smooth the development process.
From sketch modelling to cosmetic product representations, fully functioning prototypes and short production runs, Minima offer a wide range of workshop capabilities. Above all, it is the exceptional level of traditional manual skills and know-how available within our experienced team which has delivered Minima its reputation for prototyping excellence.
We can advise on and apply the best cost route, the best method and the best materials for each and every product development job.
Biological Moulds and Mandrels
Tailor Made and Time Compressed
Overview More and more medical procedures require bespoke implants, designed and created using patient specific data. Whilst rapid prototyping technologies such as SLS and SLA can create anatomical replicas of CT or MRI data, materials used are porous, difficult to sterilise and can leach or transfer particulates onto implant materials or tissues. Using our in-house…
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Healthcare Prototype |
Carbon Creation
Composite developments
At Minima we are constantly looking to expand our skills and expertise. This includes our understanding of materials and processes. The use of composites is spreading rapidly as the benfits of light weight and added strength are requirements in a number of market sectors. We have experience of specifying and prototyping with both carbon fibre…
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Front Page Highlight News Prototype |
Injection moulded components in 5 days…
Kwik tool - delivering production grade materials and tolerances in record time
It would take other companies two weeks, but using modern rapid tooling technology, Minima has the capability to design and build tooling for plastic injection moulded parts in just a few days.
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Delivering a small batch product
Design support through to pilot production
Applying protection to fibre optic cabling within the space-restrictive and demanding environment of the automotive industry required the design of a very specialised device. Minima not only met the design challenges of the brief and created a mechanical rig for the zipper tool, but went on to deliver a pilot production batch of the product…
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Prototype |
CNC machining powers new products
A material advantage
From polyurethane to brass, steel, plastics and epoxy board fibre Minima’s CNC machining capabilities cover the widest range of materials to produce excellent prototypes that move products swiftly towards commercial success.
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Prototype |
National Lottery
Refreshing Point of Sale Experiences
Overview New UK National Lottery play stands were prototyped and refined to realise a new point of sale concept. Minima’s practical approach to development enabled the client to review physical models then see updated parts within days. Why Minima focused on individual elements of a complex overall concept in isolation. Our in-house prototyping facilities allowed…
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Consumer Case Study Prototype |
