Patterns & Prototypes
MHP have been producing patterns using traditional methods for 28 years by employing skilled craftsmen. This base of traditional skill has been merged with modern technology to achieve the best products for our customers.
Below are details of some tooling processes which have benefited from this fusion.
Foundry Patterns
Traditional patterns
From wood, metal or plastic from one off to production plated patterns and disematics
Proto Vac Tools
Wood vac tooling is used for design and development.
Resin Vac Tools
Used for short to medium production runs.
Cast Alum Compression Moulds
Used for moulding speed ramps etc.
Cast Alum Blow Mould Tooling
Low cost tooling for blow moulding.
EPS Tooling
Produced direct from CAD data or from drawing supplied.
Models
Models produced by hand or CAD/CAM from a variety of materials.
Jigs & Fixtures
Drill jigs, router fixtures, suitable for all CNC routing machines.
Cast Alum Vac Tools
For long running production, tools can be fitted with water cooling or heating as required.
Cast Alum Rim Tools
Low cost resin injection mould tooling.