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The point to start |
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1 We carefully investigate a client’s wishes and information provided (sketches, photos).
2 We offer different model revisions (scale, materials, process).
3 We execute an agreement with the client.
4 The client submits data necessary for a model production (AutoCad drawings are preferable). If the client can not provide electronic drawings, we can produce the model on the basis of hardcopy drawings, photos, sketches and even oral description.
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Design |
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Design is an important stage of model production which usually requires up to 50% of the total production time. Based on the data provided by a client, our designers make drawings of all structural components of future model taking into account the material used to produce any such component, make assembly drawings and notes thereto, and a lighting system project.
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Fabrication |
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Based on the drawings and files provided by designers, operators of laser, milling and foundry equipment fabricate model components, in the required quantity. The equipment specifications allow to fabricate components of small size as required and to reproduce construction material structure in maximum details.
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Painting |
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Fabricated components are then processed in the painting shop. We use paints which allow to give components any required color with mat, glossy or metallic surface effect. In addition, paint elasticity makes it possible to bend painted components, if necessary.
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Model base fabrication |
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We place a big importance on exterior appearance and design of a model base. We use furniture pressed wood-fiber board and MDF or valuable woods, at a client's option. All model bases are equipped with detachable and adjustable legs, so a model can be easily presented on uneven floor on a construction or production site.
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Assembly |
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Fabricated and painted components are then transferred to the assembly shop where, on the basis of assembly drawings, they are fitted together into assembly units and, finally, into the model. Each model is unique and usually is fabricated in a single copy. Therefore, we select thoroughly skilled staff for the assembly stage of the production and pay special attention to their training.
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Electric equipment |
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Electrical part of a model is assembled in parallel with assembly of components. Gas lamps and LEDs are used for the model lighting. LEDs are suitable for local lighting inside buildings and in adjacent areas and to create realistic building lighting (e.g. usually only some windows are lighted in an apartment house). A remote control unit of a lighting system may be provided to create additional options for model presentation:
1 Switching-on selectively buildings or elements of the model (if during a presentation you want to focus on a separate building in a housing estate, you may switch on the lights only in such a building).
2 Dynamic lighting of the model (programmed lighting switching-on/off).
3 Illuminating effects (gradual switching-on/of, flash lighting).
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Finish |
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The elements of landscaping, land improvement (grass, trees, bushes, flowers, benches, alcoves, lights, rubbish bins, etc), vehicles and figures (people) are installed at the finish stage of the model production. On a client’s request we provide additional options. A satisfied client is the main purpose of our company’s activity.
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Materials |
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Selection of materials is of huge importance as it influences directly the quality of a model. We use only tested materials from trusted suppliers. New materials are tested before putting into production. Below we present a list of some materials we use for the model production:
Acrylic sheet glass, 1-10 mm (Russia)
Polyvinylchloride sheet, 1-10 mm (Korea)
Colored vinyl film (Germany)
Acrylic paint (Great Britain)
Landscape elements, water effect (USA)
Grass (Germany)
Vehicles and figures, scale from 1:500 to 1:50 (China)
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