Composite tooling, engineered end-to-end.
From Class A surface to a production-ready mould, Indvaltech owns every stage of plug and mould development for aerospace, automotive and advanced manufacturing.
Capabilities
Our Composite Tooling Capabilities
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Concept Design & Feasibility Studies
Optimized tooling concepts with manufacturability and cost effectiveness.
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Composite Product Design & Laminate Architecture
Tailored laminate design for strength, weight and performance.
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Tooling & Mould Design (Plugs, Moulds, Jigs & Fixtures)
High precision 3D design for all types of composite tools.
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Detailed Engineering (3D/2D, Assemblies, Fabrication Drawings)
Complete documentation for fabrication and quality assurance.
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Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA)
Streamlined designs for efficient manufacturing and assembly.
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Prototype Development Support
Concept validation through prototyping and iterations.
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In-house Machining of Tooling, Jigs & Components
High precision CNC machining for plugs, moulds and fixtures.
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Simulation & Validation (CAE)
- Structural Analysis (Static, Dynamic, Buckling)
- Fatigue & Durability Analysis
- Thermal Analysis, Load Case & Performance Validation
Plug Design
Mould Design
Jigs & Fixtures
FRP Tooling Solutions
Precision Tooling for Every Composite Manufacturing Process
Hand Lay-Up Tooling
Custom molds and lay-up tools designed for manual composite fabrication, ensuring accurate part geometry and repeatable production.
Vacuum Bagging Tooling
Precision tooling engineered to support vacuum consolidation processes, delivering improved laminate quality and reduced void content.
Vacuum Infusion Tooling
Specialized molds and infusion tooling designed for controlled resin flow and production of high-quality composite structures.
RTM (Resin Transfer Molding) Tooling
Closed-mold tooling systems manufactured for precise resin injection, dimensional stability, and consistent production performance.
Prepreg Lay-Up Tooling
High-precision molds capable of withstanding elevated curing temperatures while maintaining excellent dimensional accuracy.
Master Patterns and Production Molds
Accurate master patterns and durable production molds developed for prototype, low-volume, and serial manufacturing requirements.
Assembly and Bonding Fixtures
Custom fixtures designed for precise alignment, positioning, and bonding of composite components during assembly operations.
Trimming and Inspection Fixtures
Dedicated fixtures for trimming, machining, and dimensional inspection to ensure accuracy and repeatability of finished components.
Prototype and Production Tooling
End-to-end tooling solutions developed to support rapid prototyping, process validation, and full-scale composite manufacturing.
The eight-stage workflow
A documented path from input data to inspected tool, every tolerance, datum and parting line traceable.
Requirements & Data Input
- Part function & performance
- Material & process selection
- Regulations & standards
- CAD data & styling surface
- Tolerances & draft
- Tooling concept
Class A Surface
- Create / import Class A
- Surface quality check
- Continuity (G2)
- Diagnostics & repair
Plug Design
- Apply draft (typically 1 to 2 deg)
- Add machining allowance
- Consider shrinkage
- Check symmetry & fairness
- Add lifting / handling points
Plug Engineering
- Add reference axis, planes
- Construction & datums
- Drilling points
- Boss / rib design
- CNC machining strategy
Plug Manufacturing
- CNC machining (foam / wood)
- Manual sanding & finishing
- Apply sealing coat
- Surface inspection
Mould Design
- Create mould (female) from plug
- Define parting line
- Core & cavity design
- Add flanges, stiffeners
- Add locators, clamps
- Vacuum channels / breathers
- Resin inlet / trap / drain
Mould Engineering
- Detail mould components
- Cooling / heating lines (if req.)
- Fasteners & inserts
- BOM & drawings
- Manufacturing plan
Mould Manufacturing & Assembly
- CNC machining
- Surface treatment / polish
- Fit & assembly
- Trial & inspection
Plug & mould engineering, in detail
Typical Plug Details
Section View (Plug & Mould)
Parting Line & Split
Mould Details (Typical)
Mould Base / Support Structure
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