We develop once and support you from prototype through pre-series to multi-year series production. Integrated functions, reduced weight, long-term spare parts supply.
Certified. Tested. Ready for production.
Maximum robustness and series efficiency for long-life capital goods
Faserplast Composites AG manufactures maintenance-free, high-strength assemblies for construction machinery and industrial equipment such as mobile harbor cranes. They reduce operating weight and withstand the toughest conditions worldwide, from the precise prototype to reproducible high-volume series.
With over 25 years of experience manufacturing components for construction machinery and industrial environments, we know the requirements precisely
We deliver a series-ready product design and manufacture individual parts as well as assembled modules in consistent quality, reliably delivered straight to your assembly line. Our material selection proves itself in the field: in weather, UV radiation, vibration, stone impact and cleaning chemicals, across the entire machine service life. We factor in the full lifecycle of over 20 years, including spare parts and repairability, so there is no downtime.
Why Faserplast
Strategic system partner with full responsibility
We focus on being the composite partner that brings your project to success. This lets you concentrate on developing competitive machines and an efficient assembly line. We don’t supply GRP shells; we develop, manufacture and assemble complete assemblies, with integrated functions and mounting points, painted (including optional customization) or with a visible gelcoat finish.
Design freedom meets cost-efficiency
Designing surfaces as free-form shapes offers maximum design freedom without the production constraints of conventional sheet-metal construction. Especially for small and medium series, this process enables complex geometries, as tooling costs are significantly lower than in metal fabrication.
Structural advantages in tough applications
In daily construction-site use, the material excels through high fatigue strength and dimensional stability. GRP structures effectively absorb oscillations and vibrations, extending the service life of the entire machine. Thanks to their natural elasticity, components always return to their original shape even after heavy loads. Because complex contours are manufactured as a single, seamless component, structural integrity increases while overall weight is reduced.
Integrated functionality as a system solution
Already during the lamination process, we integrate additional technical functions directly into the component, such as effective acoustic insulation for noise-sensitive areas, heat shields for engine-compartment applications, pre-installed ventilation grilles, and precisely positioned fittings and fasteners. These plug-and-play modules are delivered ready for assembly to production, which shortens cycle times and significantly reduces complexity in final assembly. Renowned manufacturers such as Liebherr already use these solutions successfully for mobile harbor cranes and wheel loader engine hoods.
From prototype to series, all from a single source
We develop your component once. For prototype, pre-series and ongoing series we use the same tool for hand lamination and vacuum infusion, which keeps tooling costs low. If higher volumes require a different process, we continue with our in-house presses using SMC or wet pressing, without switching external partners. This way we assign the most economical process to each phase. We ensure the seamless transfer from the first concept phase to scaled series production through standardized processes and continuous documentation. Through the close integration of in-house engineering and in-house toolmaking on our three high-precision CNC machining centers, we keep the initial phase short and align assembly jigs and production aids early with the later series. Short decision paths and the elimination of external interfaces minimize the risk of technical misunderstandings and accelerate time to market at the highest process stability.
Measurable. Not just a promise.
Where the benefit lies
20 – 60 %
less weight
A composite construction instead of a sheet-steel or welded structure significantly reduces operating weight, with a direct effect on payload, center of gravity and transport.
maintenance-free
corrosion-free over the service life
GRP does not rust and remains dimensionally and functionally stable in continuous use with dirt, salt and weather, without maintenance of corrosion protection.
up to 8x
lower tooling costs compared to deep-drawing or compression-molding tools
For small and medium series, our tools amortize faster than those of alternative GRP processes, with full design freedom.
Series-ready since 1972
Composite assemblies for construction machinery & cranes, from small to medium series
Engine hoods
Maintenance-free, high-strength GRP engine hoods that reduce operating weight and withstand the conditions of global construction sites, for example for wheel loaders.
Machinery room enclosures for cranes
Enclosures for the machinery room of harbor cranes, impact-resistant and weatherproof, with integrated acoustic and heat protection.
Protective and exterior panels
Design-defining, impact-resistant panels for tough continuous use, corrosion-free and painted in your machine CI.
Function-integrated system assemblies
Plug-and-play assemblies with functions already integrated into the laminate, such as acoustic insulation, heat shields, ventilation grilles and fittings, ready for assembly on your line.
Series-ready since 1972
We stand for the optimal product and your project success, with experience and know-how
As a strategic system partner for manufacturers of mobile machinery and cranes, our composite assemblies are in service worldwide under the toughest conditions. Hand lamination, vacuum infusion as well as SMC and wet pressing, all under one roof, so that every series remains economical across the entire volume range.
3
high-precision CNC machining centers
50+
years of composite experience
3 locations
Switzerland · Poland · USA
FAQ
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