Serienheld is designed for recurring small production runs where traditional toolmaking is not cost-effective. Typical production volumes range from 100 to 1,000 units per year. These can be distributed across multiple variants of a component without incurring additional costs for tools or molds. The service is not intended for one-off pieces or pure prototypes.We will clarify the exact lower limit in the initial consultation, as it depends on the component.

This depends on the complexity of your component. After the initial consultation, you will receive a quote promptly. Production typically takes 2 to 6 weeks from order placement. Once your call-off item has been qualified, you can reorder at any time. Parts with very high requirements, such as those used in medical technology, can take significantly longer because qualification processes are difficult to accelerate.

Then we'll tell you. If it's clear from the outset that, for example, injection molding is the better solution, we'll gladly recommend suitable partners from our network. If the situation is less clear, we can implement a hybrid design from the beginning: your component starts with tooling-free production in small batches and is designed so that a switch to injection molding is possible as production volumes increase.

No. A functional description, a sketch, or an existing sample part is sufficient as a starting point. If you already have CAD data or drawings, we will of course use them. We will handle the design ourselves in any case.

Yes. Before you commit to a framework agreement, you will receive initial samples for approval. This allows you to test the material, dimensional accuracy, and functionality under real-world conditions. This is an integral part of the process.

We rely on tool-free manufacturing processes that require no mold or tooling. These primarily include additive manufacturing (industrial 3D printing), but depending on the component, also sheet metal laser cutting and other methods. We determine the most suitable process based on your requirements. You receive the finished part, regardless of the manufacturing process.

Serienheld is a service offered by the engineering firm Süß & friends. Since 2017, we have been developing and industrializing series components using tool-free manufacturing processes. Our longest-serving series component has been in operation for over eight years. We work for companies such as ABB, DHL, and Baumer, and have practical experience with the requirements of regulated industries like medical technology, food, and aerospace. You can find out more about our projects and our working methods at www.suess-friends.com .