Plastic parts for machinery in service. Back into production.
Machines often run for decades, but their plastic parts do not stay available that long. Once the injection mould has been scrapped, a small part holds up spare parts supply. VAKURA keeps such parts available, with a first article, an inspection report and data that you own.
Three photos are enough for the first step, with no obligation.
What we bring back into production.
Covers and panels
Flat parts on machine housings and plants.
Guards
Also transparent, in PC or PMMA.
Control and display housings
Housings and fascias for control panels and terminals.
Cable and connection covers
Covers for terminals, connectors and cable routing.
Air ducts
Air baffles and fan housings in plastic.
Fascias with inserts
Threads and fixings as inserts or added in finishing.
Documented, not just delivered.
Every part starts with a 3D scan of the original. This produces a CAD model that you approve before the tool is built.
Before production, you receive a first article with an inspection report: a target/actual comparison from the 3D scan at defined measuring points.
The forming tool and CAD data (STEP and STL) become your property upon payment. We store the tool for repeat orders, under a non-disclosure agreement if required.
Protective cover for machines in the field
A machine manufacturer services installations that have been running at customer sites for many years. The plastic protective cover of one series is no longer available, and damaged covers are being patched up.
A removed cover is scanned and redesigned. Weak points such as torn-out mounting points are reinforced, and the material is chosen to suit the application. Cut-outs for controls are made by CNC trimming.
The cover fits the existing mountings and can be reordered for every machine in the series. The manufacturer can once again offer its customers a spare part from its own range.
Example of a typical order, not a customer project.
Four steps, two approvals.
Photos or sample part
Three photos and the quantity are enough for the assessment. For the design, we need an original part.
Scanning and design
3D scanning, redesign and improvement of weak points. You approve the design.
Tool and first article
Master pattern and forming tool, followed by a first article with an inspection report. You approve it.
Production and repeat orders
Vacuum thermoforming and CNC trimming. The tool is kept ready for repeat orders.
What should be clarified first.
Do we need drawings or CAD data?
No. An original part is enough, even if damaged. If 3D data exists, we start directly with the design for manufacturing.
What tolerances are possible?
This depends on the part and is stated in the quote. The inspection report documents the target/actual comparison.
How long does it take to reach production?
Guide values: assessment 1–2 working days, scanning and design 1–3 weeks, tool and first article 2–5 weeks. The quote is binding.
Do you treat our data confidentially?
Yes. On request, we sign a non-disclosure agreement before you send photos, samples or drawings.
From what quantity does it pay off?
Economical from around 150 units. For repeat orders, the tool is kept ready with us.
One part is enough.
Send us three photos and the quantity. You will receive an assessment of the process, the quantity range and the items of the quote. Free of charge and without obligation.
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