Custom aluminium prototypes
From a minimum quantity of over 10 kg per order to an unlimited maximum for series production.
The benefits of prototypes at Mifa
Aluminium prototypes offer significant advantages on the way to series production. Because the initial production threshold is low, the barrier to getting started is relatively low as well. This means that a first version of a product can be developed and tested more quickly. This version allows us to implement design and functional specifications at an early stage, saving time and costs during later stages of production.
The development of aluminium prototypes also provides an opportunity to improve and optimise the design before moving into series production.
| Profile specifications | Capabilities |
| Tolerances | From ± 0.02 mm |
| Minimum quantity | From 10 kg for prototypes |
| Maximum quantity | Unlimited |
| Profile size | From ø 3 mm to ø 180 mm 220 x 60 mm |
| Profile weight | From 0.003 kg/m to 10kg/m |
| Surface roughness | From Ra 0.3 in the extrusion direction |
| Wall thicknesses | From 0.25 mm |
Our engineers are happy to collaborate during the design phase
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Faster development and testing phase
Cost savings
Design improvement
Process optimisation
Together towards the best design through co-engineering
At Mifa, our engineers are actively involved in your project from the design stage onwards. By involving our engineers at an early stage, we can identify potential technical challenges in good time and translate your specifications into a profile that is optimally suited to both extrusion and post-processing.
This form of co-engineering helps prevent costly modifications at a later stage and enhances the functionality of the final product. In this way, we combine your knowledge of the application with our technical expertise in aluminium extrusion. This collaboration results in an efficient and well-considered development process.
Precision extrusion
With size tolerances starting from ± 0.02 mm, we go beyond the standard for complex aluminium and magnesium extrusion profiles.
Machining
In a modern machine park with over 30 CNC machines, we perform all operations on aluminium and magnesium profiles.
From aluminium prototype to series production
Once a prototype has been approved, moving to series production at Mifa is straightforward. As we manage all techniques, from extrusion to post-processing, under one roof, we can achieve shorter lead times when transitioning to larger production volumes.
Thanks to our scalable production processes, we can efficiently increase production volumes without compromising on quality. We offer flexible quantities to suit your specific requirements. This allows you to move from prototype to series production with confidence and without unnecessary risk.
Sustainable Production, Including Prototypes
Sustainability is an integral part of the way we work, including during the development of custom aluminium prototypes. At Mifa, we strive to operate responsibly at every level. This ranges from efficient energy use and targeted waste management to the safety and well-being of our employees.
By developing aluminium prototypes within the same sustainable production process as our series production, we minimise unnecessary material consumption and continuously reduce our environmental footprint. This allows us to combine technical precision with a responsible, forward-looking approach.
Get in touch with us
Call or email Rob
Key Account Manager Aerospace