A Special Visit to MPL Fabrications: Natasha Miles from Coundon Court Ladies
Earlier this year, we were delighted to welcome Natasha (Tash) Miles, a talented player from Coundon Court Ladies FC, to our factory in Coventry. As proud sponsors of the team, it was an exciting opportunity to show Tash behind the scenes of MPL Fabrications and give her a closer look at what we do.
Exploring the Heart of MPL
During her visit, Tash got to experience firsthand how our skilled team works with precision and innovation to deliver high-quality fabrication solutions. From our state-of-the-art CNC punch machine to our bespoke prototyping and welding services, Tash saw the dedication and expertise that go into every project.
We also shared insights into our sponsorship philosophy and why supporting local sports teams like Coundon Court Ladies FC is so important to us. Just as they push boundaries on the pitch, we strive for excellence in everything we create at MPL.
A Shared Commitment to Community
Tash’s visit was more than just a factory tour - it was a celebration of our partnership with Coundon Court Ladies. Her passion for football and the team’s dedication to success perfectly align with MPL’s values of teamwork, resilience, and community support.
As Tash shared her experiences on and off the field, it was clear how vital community-driven initiatives are for fostering growth and success - whether in sports or manufacturing.
Looking Ahead
We’re incredibly proud to support Natasha and her teammates at Coundon Court Ladies FC, helping them achieve their ambitions on the pitch. Sponsoring local talent allows us to give back to the community that has supported us for over 40 years, and Tash’s visit was a wonderful reminder of the connections we’re building beyond the workshop.
Good luck to Tash and the entire team for the rest of the season—we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way!
If you have any questions about our specialist welding services or want to discuss a specific project then please contact us on 024 7661 0778, or via email at sales@mplfabrications.com. Our expert engineers are ready and waiting to explain exactly how we could deliver the sheet metal components you need.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
Cons:
Variety of Processes to choose from:
There are many different processes that can be used to create a metal prototype, including CNC Machining, CNC Punching, Press Braking, Laser Cutting and more. Each process has different uses and can be implemented to create very accurate prototypes. For example, a CNC Machine can run the same job a few times with minimal changes from the initial product, allowing for consistent and quality production.
Requires skilled workers:
In order to carry out a solid prototyping process you will need in-house skills and capabilities. This doesn’t just extend to the workforce and departments needed, but also the equipment and the maintenance of that equipment, which could include Laser Cutters, 3D Printing, CNC Machining and much more. If you do not have these capabilities in-house it may be worth contacting a fabricator to outsource the work to.
Cheaper Alternatives:
If you’re working with a tight budget there are always cheaper options when it comes to materials and processes involved in prototyping. Aluminium is more commonly used in CNC prototyping due to being economically viable, lighter and easier to fabricate.
3D Printing can be expensive:
3D printing is suitable for prototypes that are purely for display; not having any moving parts, mechanical purpose or practical use. Results can be achieved quite quickly, although the options for materials are more limited if you’re on a tight budget, particularly when it comes to 3D Printing with metals.
Accurate visual and material representation:
CNC machining can be used to create prototypes that are visually similar to the final part. Machining centres and fabricators can make end-use parts as well as prototypes, so you can create prototypes that have similar functionality to the final product in some basic core aspects.
Not an accurate functional product representation:
There is a risk that your prototype might not accurately represent your product in terms of functionality. Some of the processes involved can only produce prototypes at a limited size, or in certain materials, so there’s a possibility that there will be some design flaws in the process. This is a rare problem, however.
MPL Fabrication’s prototyping capabilities
A precision-engineered prototype is often the most important part of a larger project. MPL Fabrications understand how precise a prototype has to be. With years of experience in sheet metal fabrication, they can advise on what is needed to take a concept to reality.
In-house work means that every stage of manufacturing a prototype is seamlessly integrated with every other stage, so the end result is delivered on budget and on time. Once the prototype is complete, the client can work with MPL Fabrications to refine it, correct any problems, and perfect the design. The same team works on a prototype from start to finish to ensure precision and consistent quality.
If you need complete prototyping services of any kind, then MPL Fabrications can discuss your requirements. Their years of experience and ability to be versatile means they can deliver a prototype with ease, for large scale industrial projects or small engineered solutions.