LaFrance engineers routinely conduct design for manufacturing reviews from concept through to production. With experience in a multitude of industries since 1946, we are able to confidently advise about materials, finishes, and mounting methods that meet design’s expectations in a repeatable and efficient production process.

Our industry-specific engineers are well-versed in environmental requirements to ensure durability is never compromised and end-product assembly is seamless.

Unparalleled Guidance

Utilize Industry Experts To Harness Precision

We quantify needs up front to ensure nothing is overlooked. We know product designs change during pre-production and we pride ourselves on adapting to meet needs.

Mass Production With Ease For Every Project

We make tweaks throughout pre-builds to refine every aspect from color-matching to adhesive strength, resulting in a seamless transition to mass production.

Durability Focus

Focused on materials
and finishes, we know what
works for your product.

Industry Specialists

We have expertise ranging
from car manufacturer emblems
to complex eyewear pieces.

Reliable Partners

We are trusted metal
emblem manufacturers ready
to assist you.

Extensive Knowledge

We are committed to
continued learning via
seminars and certifications.

Case Study: Quick And Efficient Turnaround From Concept To Production

See how LaFrance met a condensed development time frame while achieving elevated aesthetics for Cummins, an industry-leading manufacturer of diesel and natural gas-powered engines.

Our Creative Process

An Interactive Process Guaranteed To Meet Your Needs

A well-engineered design is critical to product success. From initial feasibility reviews to sound mass-production pieces, we collaborate from start to finish. You’ll have access to teams with extensive knowledge about your industry and its requirements.

Here’s What Our Customers Think

“LaFrance has been an ideal partner for Össur. Their great team has exemplified resourcefulness, creativity, and precision throughout the development phase – from concept to reality. Their attention to detail, quality, and pursuit of excellence is embodied in the components, which are proudly present on ÖSSUR's premium products.”

Sindri Sigurdsson, Senior Industrial Designer, ÖSSUR
“Thank you for the excellent product quality and technical support LaFrance has provided for our project over the past year; very impressive and greatly appreciated. I am happy to recommend LaFrance to any brand or manufacturer.”

Callum MacGregor, Managing Director, Cardiosport
“I have personally worked with representatives of LaFrance for about 12 years and in that time have found their team to be highly motivated, thorough, and supportive of our product needs. They express a true desire to help us achieve our goals for the look and performance of our products and are diligent with providing us a window into the latest technologies they are developing. I appreciate our partnership with LaFrance and the service they have provided to our hard goods product development team over the years!”

Rose Fielder, Project Engineering Manager, PING
“I find the LaFrance organization to be a leader in creating a collaborative environment in which innovative thinking, customer needs, and solutions are done with great speed, efficiency, and quality. The consistency in their performance and quality align with the needs of our company.”

Paula Donnelly, VP Advanced Product Development, Luxottica

Engineering Services