In any industrial environment, the safety of machines and operators depends on the quality of the enclosure that insulates production processes. The production of protective cases is not about simple metal enclosures, but engineered systems designed to withstand impact, dust, liquids and interference while ensuring accessibility and design. MIBA supports machine and technological device manufacturers in the fabrication of complex casings, chassis, and enclosures, offering an integrated service that combines precision carpentry, quality finishing, and complete assembly.____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Much more than just a container
In the context of Industry 4.0, machinery and electronic devices are extremely valuable assets. Protecting these technologies from external agents, accidental impacts or environmental contamination is the first rule to ensure their longevity. At the same time, safety regulations impose stringent physical barriers to protect operators.
This is where the production of protective cases. A well-designed casing or enclosure is not just a "shell," but an active component of the system: it must dissipate heat, shield against electromagnetic interference (EMI), provide the right IP rating (against water and dust), and, last but not least, give the machinery a professional and recognizable appearance.
For manufacturers of machine tools, medical devices or automation equipment, delegating the implementation of these elements to a specialized partner like MIBA means turning a technical necessity into a competitive advantage.
From sheet metal to finished system: MIBA's integrated approach
The complexity of the production of protective cases lies in having to reconcile often opposing needs: structural strength and lightness, watertightness and ease of access for maintenance.
MIBA approaches this challenge with a comprehensive industrial approach that goes far beyond simple sheet metal fabrication.
Our production process is divided into rigorous stages:
Co-engineering and industrialization:MIBA does not design the machine, but works alongside the customer's engineering department to optimize the design of the guards. We analyze drawings to suggest materials, types of bending, or assembly solutions that make the product cheaper to manufacture and more robust in use.
Precision carpentry:within our departments, the sheet metal (carbon steel, stainless steel or aluminum) is laser cut, bent and welded using technologies that guarantee millimeter tolerances. This is crucial: a housing must mate perfectly with the machine frame, without forcing or unexpected cracks.
Finishing and treatments:whether it's painting for industrial strength or satin finishes for the food and medical sectors, we manage surface treatments to ensure aesthetics and corrosion protection.
Assembly and integration:Herein lies the real added value. MIBA not only delivers "iron pieces," but also complete enclosures with gaskets, glass or polycarbonate portholes, hinges, handles, security locks, and, if required, soundproof panels or cooling fans.
Multi-sector specialization
Requirements vary drastically depending on the scope of application. Through cross-disciplinary expertise, MIBA adapts the production of protective cases to the specific regulations of different sectors:
Medical and electromedical sector: Aesthetics and hygiene are priorities here. We make stainless steel or painted aluminum chassis, with the highest level of finish, free of sharp edges and easy to sanitize, integrating displays and membrane keypads.
Industrial automation and robotics: guards must be robust to resist vibration and shock. We produce modular guarding, perimeter fencing and movable guards that ensure operator safety without compromising process visibility.
Electronics and energy:in this field, the housing must often act as an electromagnetic shield (EMC) and ensure optimal heat dissipation. Precise CNC machining ensures that the conductive gaskets are perfectly sealed.
Food & Pharma: we use certified stainless steels (AISI 304/316) with polished TIG welds to avoid bacterial stagnation, in compliance with the strict hygienic standards of the industry.
Certified Quality and "Free Pass"
In the production of protective cases, a dimensional defect, even a small one, can block the customer's final assembly line. Off-axis drilling or incorrect bending can prevent the assembly of internal components.
To avoid these risks, MIBA adopts the philosophy of the "Free Pass".
Each production batch is rigorously checked in our factory. We check dimensional dimensions, paint quality, tightness of the welds And the correct mounting of accessories.
This means that enclosures arrive to the customer ready for installation directly on the machine ("plug-and-play"), eliminating the need for costly acceptance checks and drastically reducing final assembly time.
Industrialization: making simple what is complex
Designers often design enclosures that are aesthetically appealing but difficult to mass produce. MIBA's role in the production of protective cases Is also that of trial counselor.
Through DFX (Design for Excellence) analysis, we help customers standardize components, choose the right joining technologies, and reduce material waste.
The result is a product that retains the original aesthetic and functional intent, but can be produced more efficiently, economically, and repeatably.
A partner to protect your value
The case is the skin of the machine: it protects it, makes it safe and conveys its technological value at the first glance.
Entrust to MIBA the production of protective cases means choosing a solid industrial partner capable of managing the entire supply chain. From the transformation of the raw sheet metal to the assembly of the last accessory, we make sure that the "dress" of your machines lives up to the technology it holds.
Quality, precision and integration-this is the protection MIBA offers your business.
