Differential technologies
Ultrasonic manufacturing technologies
Eurecat Ultrasonic Manufacturing: High-precision, high-resolution solutions with tailored materials for efficient, functional, and scalable industrial production
Miniaturization has become a key trend in high-precision, high value-added industries. The manufacturing of microparts and microcomponents involves advanced technologies such as micromachining, high-resolution 3D printing, and micro-injection molding. The latter presents drawbacks related to energy consumption, excessive material use, and waste generation, among others.
Ultrasonic technology represents a new opportunity to address this recurring challenge in high value-added sectors such as medical devices, electronics, automotive, watchmaking, and high-precision equipment and product industries.
The challenge
Each method offers specific benefits depending on the material, design complexity, and production scale. In particular, micro-injection molding is one of the most widely used technologies for micropart production, as it provides exceptional precision, repeatability, and efficiency.
However, conventional injection molding presents several drawbacks: high energy consumption, excessive material use, waste generation, limited feasibility, etc., especially when producing very small parts weighing between 0.1 g and 1.5 g or with diameters of 0.250 mm.
The use of ultrasonic manufacturing technologies represents a paradigm shift in terms of precision, speed, and energy consumption.
Eurecat’s strategy
We eliminate design and process constraints in the manufacturing of microparts and microcomponents through a flexible approach, starting with feasibility studies or proof-of-concept tests to ensure efficient and successful industrialization of new products.
Experience and competitive results
More than 20 years of experience in ultrasonic micro-injection molding processes and the development of various patents position Eurecat as the most competitive and suitable partner to tackle new challenges in ultrasonic manufacturing.
Eurecat, your strategic partner in miniaturization.
20 years leading innovation in the ultrasonic manufacturing industry
Pioneers in ultrasonic manufacturing (USM) since 2005, Eurecat combines in-house expertise, patents, and a renewed second-generation platform to reduce risks and industrialize new micro-molding applications.
Our flexible, results-oriented model (from proof of concept to industrial scale-up) makes us a true plug-and-play partner for high value-added sectors.
We address both product and process challenges throughout the entire innovation cycle (concept, feasibility, development, and industrialization), leveraging ultrasonic molding to enhance precision, sustainability, and productivity.
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Development of new processes
Conceptualization, design, proof of concept (PoC), and industrialization.
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Process improvement with ultrasonics
Molding, overmolding, joining, and extrusion.
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Product and part development
From concept to manufacturing feasibility for high-precision parts.
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Technical and economic feasibility studies
Parameter optimization and risk reduction.
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Plug-and-play solutions
Solutions focused on adjustability, multi-material capability, precision, and productivity, minimizing purging and the consumption of energy and materials.
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Material testing and characterization
(e.g., COC, PP, POM, PEEK, PLA)
Eurecat, your R&D&I partner in ultrasonic solutions
Ultrasonic molding (USM) replaces bulk heating and high-pressure screw systems with direct, on-demand energy applied straight to the polymer. By melting shot-by-shot and plastifying within the mold, USM enables thinner walls, extreme aspect ratios, and superior consistency. The result is faster development, less waste, and drastically lower energy consumption for high-precision micro and small parts.
Leading acceleration
A systematic and flexible approach that delivers differential value to our strategic partners.
Highly disruptive
Starting with a proof of concept (PoC) to reduce technological risks and focusing on impact.
Unique value
Covering the entire innovation cycle, from the concept of new microparts or micromanufacturing processes to industrialization.
Risk mitigation
With a multi-sector and multi-technology approach, combining USM to deliver the best solution.
Make the impossible possible with Eurecat: transform micro-scale challenges into production-ready parts with efficient, low-pressure ultrasonic molding.