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Design / modeling​ : Our Design and Development Department can work directly with your designers

Planning · design · modeling · mechanical / housing design

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Manufacturing unique and innovative designs by your designers often requires drawing of built-in mechanisms and housing. 

Well–versed designers in our Design and Development Department can work directly with your designers to make proposals on prototype production as well as mass production.

  • We will design based on sketching, drawing or concept.
  • Our wide scope of manufacturing services includes new product development designs, mechanism designs, exhibition models, in-house exhibition models, jigs for assemblies, experimental devices, and miscellaneous devices.
  • We also offer a one-stop service from model design to prototype production.
  • We convert your ideas to CAD data to utilize its virtual images and designs and to support you in mechanism designing.

Resin · iron / non-ferrous metals machining

THE FEATURES OF 3-AXIS AND 5-AXIS MACHINING CENTERS ARE FULLY UTILIZED TO IMPROVE A CUTTING PROCESS FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF MATERIALS.
 
  • Simultaneous 5-axis control by DMG Mori Seiki 5-axis machining center with high rigidity enables us to integrally process the whole parts with high-precision in one pass.
  • Our machines correspond to a wide variety of materials (engineering plastics / super engineering plastics / ferrous and non-ferrous metals).
  • Introduction of FF / eye CAD / CAM makes it possible to process products with fine shapes and huge data capacity.

 

♦ Typical resin materials

Polycarbonate, ABS, acrylic, POM, PC/ABS, PP, PE, HDPE, PPS, PBT, 6N, 66N, MC Nylon PET, PVC, UNILATE, PEEK, CFRTP, etc. Also, GF grade, CF grade, conductive grade, etc. for each material. 
 

♦ Typical ferrous / non-ferrous metal materials

SS40, S45C, S50C, SUS303, SUS304, pure titanium (2 types), A1000 series, A2000 series, A5000 series, A6000 series, A7000 series, ADC12, gunmetal, brass, and oxygen-free copper, etc.
Resin / metal machining​ : improve a cutting process for a wide variety of materials

High transparency polycarbonate machining

A HIGH-QUALITY TRANSPARENT MODEL WOULD BE MANUFACTURED BY OUR UNIQUE HIGH TRANSPARENCY TREATMENT.
 
PC (polycarbonate) is a high-functional plastic, which is also called “super engineering plastic” among resins.
Its transparency is nearly in the same capacity as glass (a transparency coefficient of 85% to 90%), it has the highest heat resistance (equivalent to about 50 times that of acrylic resin). 
Depending on usage, it shows excellent heat resistance, ranging from 250 to 266℉.
 

♦Our strengths

Although transparent polycarbonate turns cloudy white after the cutting process, we have established our own unique process to return it to its original transparency using a unique process.
Therefore, we can provide polycarbonate prototypes with an excellent transparency and precision which do not require polishing at a low cost and a short delivery time.
In addition, we offer decorative elements, such as painting and plating on polycarbonate. 
 

♦Examples

  • Transparent external cases on mechanical equipment for flow analysis
  • Display models with a transparent external case for visualization of internal mechanical components
  • Tutorial and educational purpose models.
  • Lens parts for equipment such as headlight, tail light, etc.

High transparency acrylic machining without polishing

REPRODUCTION WITH HIGH-PRECISION DIMENSIONS WITHOUT POLISHING
 

■ Characteristics of acrylic (PMMA)

Acrylic resin is noted for its high degree of transparency (approximately 93%) which is more transparent than glass (approximately 90%).

It is well-suited when creating models that require intricate designs, such as a monument.

◆ Our strengths
We machine acrylic products using an end mill manufactured in collaboration with a top quality blade-making firm, ensuring precise cutting.

This method eliminates the necessity for manual polishing, which can diminish dimensional accuracy, resulting in high machining precision.

In particular, transparency can be reproduced even for detailed shapes such as lens cuts, leading to the possibility of producing outstanding lens cut models.

In addition, cutting processing is performed by the dry cutting method. Therefore, the adhesion of chemical substances contained in the cutting fluid can be minimized. 

♦Examples

  • Our work of “Variations of Time” exhibited at Milan International Furniture Fair [Milano Salone]
  • Experimental micro-channel flow models such as a microscope and a camera for observation of fluid flow channels
  • Exhibition models featuring design, including monuments
  • Lens parts for transport equipment such as headlight and tail light, etca top quality

Transparent stereolithography (3D printing)

PROPOSAL FOR RAPID PROTOTYPING (RP) APPROACH USING HIGHLY TRANSPARENT MATERIALS
 

3D printing enables us to manufacture products with bottle shapes and undercut shapes, which cannot be done in our machining center.

This would be the best method for complex structured products and design models that require verifying in the shortest possible time. 

♦ Materials used

  • TSR-829： Moisture-resistant highly transparent materials

♦ Stereolithography (3D printing)

  • ATOMm-800：800(d)600(w)400(h) 1 unit
  • ATOMm-4000：400(d)400(w)300(h) 2 units

♦ Process overview

  1. 3D data is provided
  2. Create a modeling program (optimization of stacking sequences and attached supports during printing process/optimization in various modeling conditions) ← Know-how]!
  3. Printing
  4. Finishing (supports removal, layer lines removal, and hand polishing)
  5. Transparentizing  (clear coating)
  6. Finished product (coloring and plating processes are available)

♦ Characteristics

  • Our SLA machines handle from small to large parts (handling up to approximately the scale of a car front grille cover)
  • Even complex shapes can be manufactured in a short delivery time.
  • Used for design consideration that requires quick delivery.
  • Decorations such as coating and plating can be applied.

Vacuum casting

3D PRINTING MODELS × VACUUM CASTING: ULTRA-SHORT DELIVERY TIME POSSIBLE.
 

By using a 3D printed model as a master model for the vacuum casting process, it is possible to deliver in the ultra-shortest time.

♦ Process overview

  1. A silicone rubber mold is made in a reversed shape of the master model using silicone rubber material.
  2. Liquid casting material is injected into the silicone rubber mold in a vacuum environment.
  3. Vacuum casting materials are cured and then taken out of the silicone rubber mold, and finally, made into finish products.

♦ Characteristics

  • Generally suitable for molding a small amounts (10-20 lots).
  • This method would be the best especially for experimental designs in the developmental process when quick delivery is required because the design might need to be modified. This can be easily done by modifying the shape of the master model.
  • Various types of casting materials often can be combined in a single mold.
  • Simultaneous multi-color casting is made possible by our unique method.

♦ Materials

ABS like (urethane based), PP like (urethane based), Acrylic like (epoxy based) and elastomer, etc.

In addition, toning, GF blending, and blending of light-diffusing agents are available. The hardness of the elastomer is adjustable.

 

Vacuum casting​

Decoration process (Secondary process)

PROVIDING A WIDE RANGE OF DECORATIVE TREATMENT SERVICES INCLUDING RESIN COATING AND RESIN PLATING
 

♦ Decoration process details

  • A combination of decoration methods is available for painting, aluminum vapor deposition plating, non-conductive vapor deposition plating, and resin chrome plating. 
  • We also offer inkjet, laser peeling and more.

 

♦ Characteristics

    • In-house toning will be implemented according to the color sample. 
    • Upon your request, painting service can be offered after gaining approval for the toned test pieces.
    • High-precision masking using a cutting machine.
    • Crack-free painting on the polycarbonate resin.
    • We will respond to a quick delivery even from one piece.

 

♦ Painting variations
Solid color, metallic, clear, gradient color, etc. We also provide composite decorations including painting and masking on aluminum evaporation.

Simple injection molding (aluminum mold)

IN COMPARISON TO THE TRADITIONAL TYPE, QUICK DELIVERY AND LOW COST CAN BE ACHIEVED IN THIS METHOD.
 

There are considerable benefits at the time of transition from prototype to mass production in medium amount (about several thousand pieces)

♦ Characteristics

  • Aluminum mold makes it possible to shorten the delivery time and reduce the cost.
  • Design can be easily modified and quick delivery is available.
  • This is the most suitable method for injection molding in the production of a wide variety of small to medium quantities, where many design changes are expected.
  • In case of transfer from prototype to mass production, we will produce aluminum mold based on 3D data used for prototype production. Therefore, it is possible to transfer to mass production with the shortest delivery time without the need for re-arrangement by the customer.
  • Materials for injection can be specified upon request.
simplified molding

Lathe processing and sheet metal processing

LATHE PROCESSING / COMBINED PROCESSING, SHEET METAL, ETC. WILL BE UNDERTAKEN SINGLE-HANDED.
 

♦ Characteristics

  • Lathe processing and combined lathe materials processing of resin and ferrous/non-ferrous metal materials are available.
  • For sheet metal processing, we correspond to laser processing, press brake, NC turret punch press, welding, caulking etc.
  • Please contact us for further information.

Dimensional measurement

DIMENSIONAL MEASUREMENT BASED ON DRAWINGS AND REVERSE ENGINEERING ARE POSSIBLE.
 
  • Manual coordinate measuring machine, surface roughness measuring machine, and various other measuring instruments are available in our company.
  • We also offer measurement services based on drawings and examination of specific parts of products.
  • Actual parts are measured and then converted into 3D data and drawings in association with our Design and Development department.

♦Examples

  • Applied for retrofit
  • Actual parts to be converted into 3D data or drawings to manufacture new products with design change.
  • Requests from customers for inspection reports and process capability analysis
  • Inefficient time for the inspection or no coordinate measuring machine in-house
  • An examination of trial product dimensions
  • Inspection of variations in product dimensions

We have received many requests regarding design and equipment. Measurement is conducted according to your requests after detailed discussions on such as measuring instruments and measurement standards to be used.

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STEP 3: Rendering and Scene Integration

We can also handle exterior modeling and interior structure design based on illustrations. After creating the 3D models, we can create a rendering to fit a scene. We can deliver images even if we do not proceed with production.

STEP 2: Detailed Design and 3D Modeling

Once the design is determined, drawings and 3D models will be created. The structure will be examined, taking into consideration not only the external design but also functionalities such as mating and sliding.

STEP 1: Initial Design Consultation

The first step is a meeting to discuss the project. Drawings are not required for this meeting. We will create a design from a sketch based on the overall image and concept that you have in mind.

STEP5: Verification

We have an assortment of manual and CNC coordinate measuring machines, roughness measuring machines, and various other measuring instruments. We are committed to quality, and there’s no better proof of that than the fact that when many of our customers buy INAC’s services and experience the quality, they come back again to place repeat orders.

STEP4: Decorating, plating, printing

Paint and plating treatments can be added to processed products. Few companies are able to handle the entire process up to and including decoration. The ability to deliver everything in a short period of time speeds up product development. Colors can even be reproduced exactly as desired, as in-house color mixing is can be done.

STEP3: Creation

We create things using a variety of manufacturing methods, including cutting, 3D printers, casting, aluminum molds, and lathing. Sometimes, additional work is performed at a machining center to improve the precision of the 3D printed products. Manufacturing possibilities are expanded by making full use of each machine through this process. Or we can meet customer needs by makinng full use of each machine through this process.

STEP2: Proposal for the method of production based on the meeting

In addition to the intended application and operating environment, the delivery time, quality requirements, and target cost are also taken into account when considering production methods. Our sales staff, who are well versed in prototyping with knowledge on which materials and what processing methods to use, will propose the most appropriate manufacturing method.

STEP1: Reception of drawings or data, and meeting on applications and use cases

We will hold a meeting with you to discuss the details. For example, if the purpose of the prototype is to observe the inside of the equipment, we’ll need to gather enough detail to determine things like if any liquids will pass through, what temperatures can be expected, whether there should be any leaks, etc. We consider this meeting to be very important for the process because determining the optimal production method will depend greatly on the intended application among other factors.