Engineering

Measurement & Inspection

Measurement and inspection is critical to any quality control process. In addition to the time-served standards of quality surface table and convention measuring equipment such as micrometers, depth gauges, callipers and so on we utilise the latest 3D scanning equipment combined with industry-leading verification software, Polyworks.

We will choose the measurement method best fitting the process – whether that is a manual measurement using slip gauges, probing or 3D scanning – and then apply that in a logical way to create a report that supports your or your customer’s quality processes – for example PPAP.

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Laser Scanning and Other Methods of Inspection

Through our scanning technology we frequently reverse engineer parts where tooling made by other providers has been lost or damaged. We can scan, reverse engineer, design the tool, machine and vac form (in-house) in approximately 4 days.

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We have both a fixed Carl Zeiss scanner and a 7 axis Hexagon arm (sometimes generically referred to as a “Faro” arm). This allows us to scan anything from extremely small details right up to large sweeping surfaces. We can comfortably scan and report on / reverse engineer parts up to 3m long.

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Scanning creates what is referred to in the industry as a mesh file (STL). It is our ability to work with this mesh file to either recreate proper surface CAD models that can be used for manufacture or tooling that sets us apart. Just scanning is not enough, it needs to be coupled with real skill and intelligence to create CAD models from the scan data that can be worked with.

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Measurement & Inspection

Measurement Reporting

Alongside our scanning technology we also provide verification reports using the industry standard Polyworks Inspector. Our reporting (often generically referred to as CMM reports) are designed to be user-friendly and easy for anybody to understand, not just someone with a measurement background.

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Reports are provided to support reverse engineering, identifying deviations between components, if an average needs to be taken. Fixtures and mould tools can be verified to demonstrate accuracy to a customer-defined tolerance.

We’ve been designing, machining and delivering thermoform tooling for 30 years and constantly reinvest in our capability to ensure we
stay ahead.

Who we work with…

Working alongside brands you know and love

We’ve helped the brands below with anything from creating parts for the next supercar, design a new plane seat or creating the next must-have chocolate. There’s never a dull day.

What OUR CUSTOMERS say...

Don’t just take our word for it…

"We have always found the DPS team to be capable and efficient.
Well equipped, well priced, with quick quotes and accurate lead times, they are a pleasure to do business with."

Ramsay Rubber

Richard Hands, Technical Manager

"Our team at Seaborne enjoy working with DPS because we can rely on them to deliver top quality work.
Communication is good, they are easy to work with and are willing to take on tricky projects that others don’t."

Seaborne Plastics LTD, Czechia

John Cooper, Technical Manager

"We’ve been working with DPS for 20 years. They’ve always been flexible and have changed
as our business has changed. They’re great to work with and we trust their delivery."

EnerSys

Paul Herbert, Site Engineer Manager

"DPS Designs are always incredibly professional, nothing is ever too much trouble and there is no one better at the workmanship of their products.
We give DPS 11 out of 10 for their service and highly recommend them above all other plastics manufacturers!"

Eep Company

Patricia Dubresson, Managing Director

"DPS have a wealth of knowledge from so many tooling backgrounds that they bring something new to the table.
From the intricate small tools with super fine detail to the larger end of the scale they all have the same attention to detail.
The finishes have been without a doubt the best we have received from a supplier."

Thermotec Plastics

Gary Hingley, Managing Director

"The quality of the tools is great, and the price is very competitive."

Medical Comfort Specialists, USA

Wojciech Porcek, General Manager

“We faced the challenge of producing a significant number of vacuum forming and CNC tools within a tight timeframe.
DPS proved to be an outstanding partner, delivering the required tooling with exceptional quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery.
Their team consistently demonstrates friendliness and responsiveness to our needs.”

Cox Wokingham Plastics LTD

Mark Bennett, Project Manager

"Future Plastics have been working closely with DPS for over 10 years.
They are a trusted and reliable partner who never fail to provide excellent service levels in terms of
quality and timely delivery. Dealing with the team is always a pleasure. I would have no
hesitation in recommending DPS for the supply of complex heavy gauge thermoforming
moulding tools and trimming fixtures."

Future Plastics, Ireland

Gary Foley, Managing Director

Measurement & Inspection

Laser Scanning and Other Methods of Inspection

Measurement Reporting

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