Tool manufacturing

An integrated tool shop

Our integrated tool shop, just a stone’s throw from our head office in Haute Loire (43), is dedicated to the design, manufacture, finishing and maintenance of our production tools.

It has an independent design office that works in synergy with the various plants.

Step 1

Study

Step 2

Tool design

Step 3

Quote

Step 4

Preparation & machining

Step 5

Finishing (micro-perforation)

Step 6

Dimensional & functional inspection

Step 7

Maintenance & repair

CAM files are used to design pistons, suction machines, cooling circuits…

  • Maximum tool size: 1800 * 500 Height
  • It is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery:
  • 3 3-axis machining centers
  • 1 5-axis machining center
  • 2 conventional milling machines
  • 1 grinding machine: for better surface flatness
  • 1 turn

Thanks to this expertise, we are able to design and manufacture customized prototype and production molds, as well as all peripheral accessories (mold holders, stackers, frames, custom sealing tools, etc.) adapted to the specific needs of our industrial processes.

It’s a real tool and support that brings agility and flexibility to project management.

Advantages of an in-house tooling division

  • 1 dedicated workshop close to the sites
  • Flexible, responsive project management
  • Reduce development time
  • Quick modifications if needed
  • Better control of project and part quality
  • Multi-axis machining (5) for complex parts
  • Mould finishing (micro-perforation, polishing, etc.)
  • Lower production costs

Product types

  • Prototype molds
  • Thermoforming molds & peripheral accessories
  • Cutting and sealing tools
Working environment
Dessin et vérification
Usinage
Fraisage et finition
Montage, réglage de la machine et mise en route

Our CSR strengths :

  • A green working environment
  • An original building restored in “exposed stone”.
  • Geographical proximity between sites
  • Local steel suppliers
  • All shavings are recycled
Éco-conception Velfor groupe

For further information

The Gender Equality Index was established by the Law on the Freedom to Choose One’s Career Future. It is a tool designed to calculate the pay gap between men and women.
This index allows companies to assess the level of gender equality out of 100 points. It is calculated based on the following criteria:

  • Gap in pay between women and men
  • Gap in individual pay raise rates
  • Number of female employees receiving raises following maternity leave
  • Parity among the 10 highest paid employees
  • Gap in promotion rates

The VELFOR Group has calculated its Gender Equality Index. For 2024, it stands at 92/100:

  • Pay gap indicator: 37 points out of 40
  • Individual pay increase rate gap indicator: 35 out of 35
  • Return from maternity leave indicator: 15 out of 15
  • High pay indicator: 5 out of 10