Areas of Expertise
Hyères Profilés supports your plastic extrusion projects, from product engineering to finishing, with a commitment to high-performance and sustainable technical standards.
Design & Engineering of Extruded Technical Profiles
At Hyères Profilés, design is a key stage that determines the performance, durability, and reproducibility of each extruded profile.
We support our clients from the very first phases of the project to transform a functional need into an optimized and industrializable technical solution.
Needs Analysis & Technical Specifications
Every project begins with an in-depth analysis of constraints:
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Mechanical and operational functions
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Operating environment (indoor/outdoor, humidity, UV, impacts, temperature)
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Standards and regulatory compliance
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Aesthetic and dimensional requirements
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Volumes, production rates, and economic objectives
This phase ensures that technical choices are secured right from the start.
Profile Design & Optimization
Our teams design custom profiles by integrating:
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Optimal profile geometry
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Dimensional tolerances specific to extrusion
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Material optimization (weight reduction, stiffness, mechanical strength)
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Function integration (clipping, grooves, housings, assembly)
This phase ensures that technical choices are secured right from the start.
Material Selection
We specialize in various thermoplastic materials, including POLYAL, a recycled material derived from the recovery of food carton packaging waste.
Material selection is based on:
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Expected performance
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Operational constraints
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The project’s environmental commitments
Prototyping & Validation
Prior to production launch, we offer:
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Prototypes or pre-production runs
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Design adjustments if necessary
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Functional and dimensional validation
This approach secures the project and reduces time-to-market.
Design Driven by Industrial Performance
Thanks to our expertise in extrusion and co-extrusion, design at Hyères Profilés aims for a clear objective:
Reliable, high-performance profiles perfectly tailored to their final application.aptés à leur usage final.
Prototypes
To secure profile development and validate technical choices prior to industrialization, Hyères Profilés offers custom prototype manufacturing based on our clients’ technical specifications.
This stage makes it possible to test shapes, assemblies, mechanical constraints, and integration within a product environment before going into production.
Rapid Prototyping
Depending on the project requirements, several rapid prototyping technologies can be implemented:
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Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
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Stereolithography (SLA)
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Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)
These solutions allow for the quick production of functional or validation parts while optimizing development lead times.
From Validation to Pre-Production
Once the prototype is validated, Hyères Profilés supports its clients through the next stages of development with:ompagne ses clients dans la suite du développement avec :
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Extrusion die design and engineering
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Manufacturing of dies for short production runs
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Technical trials and adjustments
This intermediate phase ensures a secure transition to full-scale production.
Transition to Mass Production
Following technical and functional validation, the project can move to industrialization with the design of production tooling for series manufacturing, guaranteeing repeatability, quality, and optimal extrusion process performance.
Hyères Profilés thus ensures seamless, end-to-end continuity from prototype to mass production, supporting every stage of product development.
Production Tooling – Design & Mastery of Extrusion Dies
The performance of an extruded profile depends heavily on the quality of its tooling.
At Hyères Profilés, we master the design, manufacturing, and optimization of extrusion dies, in direct alignment with our production standards and the specific needs of each project.
Custom Die Design (Prototype & Mass Production)
Each die is engineered based on the profile developed during the design phase, integrating:
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The precise geometry of the profile
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The expected dimensional tolerances
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The constraints related to the materials used
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The specific requirements of the extrusion or co-extrusion process
This approach guarantees industrial feasibility and profile stability during mass production.
Local Tooling Expertise
The majority of our tooling is manufactured in Creuse, near our production facility, reflecting our commitment to short supply chains and a circular economy. This proximity allows us to achieve:
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Optimal profile geometry
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Dimensional tolerances specific to extrusion
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Material optimization (weight reduction, stiffness, mechanical strength)
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Function integration (clipping, grooves, housings, assembly)
European Solutions on Demand
To meet specific requirements (lead times, volumes, or distinct technical constraints), we also collaborate with partner toolmakers across Europe, selected for their expertise and reliability. This flexibility enables us to adapt every project to our clients’ expectations.
Fine-Tuning & Production Optimization
Once the die is manufactured, our teams handle:
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Fine-tuning on the extrusion line
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Necessary adjustments to guarantee profile compliance
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Optimization of flow rates and dimensional stability
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Process repeatability over time
This phase is essential to secure the quality and performance of the final product.
Tooling Dedicated to Performance
Thanks to our total mastery of extrusion dies, Hyères Profilés guarantees:
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Technically mastered profiles
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Consistent quality in mass production
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Tooling durability
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Reliable production, including with recycled materials
Technical Profile Extrusion
At Hyères Profilés, extrusion is at the heart of our industrial expertise.
We master the entire thermoplastic transformation process, with recognized expertise in the extrusion of recycled materials, which currently represent 95% of the profiles manufactured at our facility.
Mastery of the Extrusion Process
Extrusion allows for the production of continuous technical profiles with complex geometries and controlled performance. Our extrusion lines are tailored for the manufacturing of custom profiles integrating:
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Complex technical cross-sections
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Controlled dimensional tolerances
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Surface finishes tailored to final applications
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Lengths and production rates adjusted to client needs
Every process parameter is monitored to guarantee consistency and repeatability.
Expertise in Recycled Materials
The processing of recycled materials requires a perfect mastery of extrusion parameters. At Hyères Profilés, we have developed specific expertise enabling:
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The stabilization of recycled materials
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Mastery of batch-to-batch variations and formulations
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Preservation of mechanical and dimensional performance
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Consistent quality in mass production
This expertise allows us to offer reliable, sustainable, and economically competitive technical solutions.
Processing of POLYAL & Other Recycled Materials
In particular, we specialize in the extrusion of POLYAL, a material derived from the recycling of food carton packaging waste, as well as other recycled materials suited for technical applications.
Integrating these materials into our processes aligns with a circular economy approach without compromising on profile functionality.
Quality Control & Repeatability
Throughout production, checks are performed to ensure:
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Compliance with dimensions and tolerances
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Stability of mechanical properties
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Visual and functional compliance of the profiles
This rigorous standard guarantees reliable production, for both short runs and large industrial volumes.
Responsible and High-Performance Extrusion
By heavily integrating recycled materials into our processes, Hyères Profilés combines industrial performance with environmental commitment, offering technical profiles designed to last and fit into sustainable projects.
Dual-Material and Triple-Material Co-Extrusion
Co-extrusion makes it possible to combine several materials within a single profile to integrate different technical functions.
At Hyères Profilés, we master dual-material and triple-material co-extrusion, particularly with recycled materials, to design high-value technical profiles.
One Profile, Multiple Functions
Co-extrusion allows the combination, within a single profile, of:
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A rigid load-bearing structure
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Flexible or cushioning areas
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Sealing functions
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Gripping or finishing surfaces
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Integrated functional zones
This technology eliminates subsequent assembly steps and optimizes the overall performance of the product.
Mastery of Material Interfaces
The success of a co-extruded profile relies on perfect mastery of the adhesion between materials. Our teams work on:
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Material compatibility
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Interface stability
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Mechanical and functional durability over time
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Flow consistency during production
This expertise guarantees reliable, homogeneous, and repeatable profiles in mass production.
Co-Extrusion and Recycled Materials
The co-extrusion of recycled materials requires a high level of process control. Hyères Profilés has developed technical solutions enabling:
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The integration of recycled materials into the core of the profile
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The combination of specific functional layers
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Preservation of mechanical and dimensional performance
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Consistent quality, even on complex profiles
This approach combines eco-design with technical performance.
Custom Dual and Triple-Material Solutions
Depending on the project requirements, we design:
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Dual-material profiles for targeted technical functions
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Triple-material profiles for more complex applications
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Geometries tailored to the final application and industrial constraints
Every solution is custom-developed, in close coordination with the design phase.
An Integrated Technical Solution
Thanks to co-extrusion, Hyères Profilés offers technical profiles that integrate multiple functions into a single component, allowing for:
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Simplified assembly processes
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Lower overall costs
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Improved product durability
Finishing of Extruded Profiles
Finishing is an essential stage that completes the extrusion process.
At Hyères Profilés, we perform various finishing operations to adapt extruded profiles to their final application, both functionally and aesthetically.
Cutting & Custom Lengths
Profiles are cut to the lengths defined by the technical specifications, featuring:
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High dimensional accuracy
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Straight or custom cuts
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Adaptation to logistics and assembly constraints
This stage guarantees optimal integration of the profiles at the client’s site.
Machining & Secondary Operations
Depending on the application, we perform secondary operations such as:lémentaires telles que :
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Drilling
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Milling
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Cutouts and openings
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Specific post-processing / reworking
These operations integrate additional features directly onto the extruded profile.
Surface Treatment & Appearance
Finishing also encompasses the visual and functional aspect of the profiles:
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Controlled surface quality
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Uniformity of appearance
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Adaptation to operational constraints (contact, friction, visibility)
Our processes are tailored to the specific characteristics of the materials, including recycled materials.
Marking & Identification
We offer marking solutions enabling:
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Profile identification
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Batch traceability
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Integration of technical or logistical markings
Marking can be customized according to the client’s requirements.
Quality Control & Packaging
Every finishing operation is accompanied by strict inspections to guarantee:
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Dimensional compliance
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Adherence to functional requirements
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Visual quality of the profiles
Profiles are then packaged in accordance with transport and final usage requirements.
Finishing Tailored to Every Application
Thanks to these finishing operations, Hyères Profilés delivers ready-to-use profiles that can be integrated directly into our clients’ processes, while guaranteeing quality, consistency, and performance.
QUALITY
Quality is at the heart of Hyères Profilés organization. It is based on the mastery of extrusion processes, the control of raw materials, and the continuous compliance verification of extruded profiles.
The company is committed to a structured continuous improvement approach, with ISO 9001 certification currently being deployed, reflecting our determination to formalize and strengthen our quality practices.
Process Control
Every production run undergoes rigorous monitoring to guarantee the stability and repeatability of the extrusion process. Manufacturing parameters are monitored and adjusted to ensure profile compliance with the requirements defined with our clients.
This total control ensures reliable, consistent production that meets all technical specifications.
Quality Control & Metrology
Hyères Profilés implements tailored inspection methods to verify the compliance of extruded profiles throughout production.
Inspections focus primarily on:
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Profile dimensions and tolerances
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Part appearance and visual quality
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Functional characteristics defined in the technical specifications
Inspection operations rely on dedicated metrology equipment, ensuring measurement accuracy and the traceability of all verifications performed during production.
Traceability & Continuous Improvement
Special attention is paid to the traceability of raw materials and production lots, guaranteeing reliable manufacturing tracking.
Our quality approach is rooted in a continuous improvement mindset, aiming to optimize processes, reinforce industrial reliability, and maximize customer satisfaction.on client.
