The MANiFAB Process

At MANiFAB we work alongside clients to innovate, rationalise and engineer cost effective products or assemblies from stainless steel and aluminuim. From initial assessment to realisation we have the knowledge, discresion and skills to deliver on time and on budget.

1

Initial Assessment

Initial assessment from sketches, 2D or 3D CAD.

2

Technical Sales Consultation

Discuss your initial assessment with our experienced sales project team, who can provide advice on your concept or idea and its feasibility for manufacture.

3

Design Review

Our design review process focuses on the following steps: 

  1. How MANiFAB capabilities could reduce the cost of manufacture.
  2. Potential design suggestions or possible improvements.
  3. Material and process selection.

4

Order Prototype

Once the material and process have been selected, order a prototype to see your concept design come to life for the first time.

5

Development of 3D Designs

Following the analysis of the first prototype, the 3D CAD designs are developed using the latest 3D modelling software.

6

Approval Of Design Detail

The 3D modelling software will provide greater design details which need to be approved. You can also view our 3D models in our virtual reality suite to analyse user experience.

7

Manufacture Prototype

Following 3D modelling and review of design details, the second prototype is developed for final client assessment before full-scale manufacture starts.

8

Client Assessment Review Modifications and Changes

Using the second prototype is an opportunity to make final modifications and changes before manufacturing commences.

9

Batch Production

The initial batch production gives the first look at the concept being manufactured on a larger scale.

10

Delivery of Regular Production

Client receives delivery of the first batch from production.

11

Design Reviews

Following the delivery of the first batch, a design review will be held. Client feedback or changes can be implemented if required before further batches are to be manufactured.