In the industrial sector, a product can become obsolete overnight—not because it no longer works, but because its supplier has stopped production. Front panels, covers, enclosures, housings: some essential parts become unavailable, while the equipment itself continues to function perfectly.
Why discard a perfectly operational device simply because one part no longer exists?
When a mass-produced product becomes unusable due to a supplier:
This situation is more common than you might think. One of our clients recently contacted us because their supplier could no longer produce the front panels of a large electronic cabinet installed on several sites.
The original mould had been destroyed, and redesigning the entire product would have cost tens of thousands of euros. As a result, a fleet of perfectly operational equipment became unusable… due to a single mechanical part.
“Just because a product is obsolete doesn’t mean its production has to stop.”
Adapting an existing design without starting from scratch
Creating a new mould or completely redesigning a product represents a heavy—and often unnecessary—investment. In most cases, only one plastic part causes the problem; the rest of the device remains fully functional.
At LTP, we believe it makes far more sense to reuse the existing structure, adapting the original design to ensure both mechanical and aesthetic compatibility with the components already in place. This approach saves time, reduces costs, and secures industrial continuity.
Reproduce your plastic parts without moulds, in series
Thanks to the mould-free technology developed by LTP – La Tôlerie Plastique, it is now possible to reproduce, adapt, or modernise mechanical components from large series, extending the lifespan of industrial products without depending on moulds or specific tooling.
Our teams manufacture series ranging from 5 to 5000 units, according to your needs. Based on a drawing, 3D file, or an existing part, we guarantee accurate, industrial-grade and durable reproduction through cutting, folding, and machining of plastic sheets.
A few examples of plastic parts commonly found in an electrical cabinet:
- Front panels and covers: user interface and front protection
- Side or rear panels: mechanical structure of the cabinet
- Support plates or insulating bases: base for terminals and relays
- Covers, hatches, and plugs: safety and dust protection
- Internal supports and spacers: maintaining electronic boards
- Ventilation grilles: cooling and component protection
- Cable glands and interfaces: protection and sealing of connections
- Aesthetic or signage elements: transparent windows, marking zones
All these parts can be reproduced or upgraded without moulds, in series from 5 to 5000 units, depending on your needs.
Learn more: Custom Plastic Parts: Design & Manufacturing by Machining, Folding and Bending – Without Moulds
Reuse rather than replace: a sustainable and cost-effective approach
Extending the lifespan of an industrial product helps prevent waste and reduce costs. Mould-free reproduction is an eco-responsible and cost-efficient solution that gives new value to existing designs rather than discarding them.
In this way, LTP helps companies extend the life of their equipment while regaining industrial independence.
📞 Contact us today to discuss your custom enclosure needs and discover our innovative solutions.
Telephone: +33 (0)2 35 54 63 40 | Email: sales@ltp.fr