Manufacturing

Prototyping

 
Prototype parts and assemblies for initial trials and proof of concept are often required in the initial stages of a project. Canterbury Tools can provide vast experience and cost-effective solutions in this area.

Using in-house finite element analysis software, we can provide feedback and advice on suitability for the manufacture of concept parts at an early stage before any material cutting occurs.

We often work closely with customers to modify components to improve feasibility or process cost in production.

Single Operation Tooling


Single operation tooling is specified when annual volumes do not justify the complexity and increased cost of a more complex progression tool.

When highly complex forming operations are required, this type of tooling is also generally used. If annual volumes justify it, aligning multiple single operation tools with automated transfer mechanisms can significantly improve this tooling output.

Canterbury Tools will make an assessment based on complexity and annual volumes at the quoting stage and advise if this method is best suited to your part.
 
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Progression tooling


Progression tooling is specified when annual volumes justify the complexity and increased cost. Canterbury Tools can produce progression tooling up to 3m in length.

We provide customers with an efficient and cost-effective method of producing complex high volume parts. Canterbury Tools will make an assessment based on complexity and annual volumes at the quoting stage and advise if this method is best suited to your part.

Transfer tooling


Transfer tooling is specified when annual volumes justify the complexity and increased cost of automating the part transfer process. Progression tooling may not be considered feasible, either due to part size or the inability to create carry points due to the part's complexity.

Transfer tooling can be multiple single operation tools with components transferred between presses or a single tool with the transfer mechanism built in to run in one press.

Canterbury Tools will make an assessment based on complexity and annual volumes at the quoting stage and advise if this method is best suited to your part. Should this method be suitable, Canterbury Tools can provide complete tooling, transfer mechanisation, and full PLC integration with your press, allowing sourcing of the entire package from one source.
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