Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Composite Component Manufacturing in Winsford
Established over four decades ago, Mitras Automotive has become a leader in composite component design, development, and manufacturing. Our expertise spans compression moulding of SMC and reaction injection moulding of pDCPD, serving global OEMs in automotive, off-highway, rail, and industrial sectors. With advanced facilities including robotic painting lines and in-house tooling capabilities, we deliver class-A components meeting stringent quality standards. Our accreditations include IATF 16949, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001-2015, and ISO OHSAS45001, reflecting our commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.As part of the Senata Group, we combine European resources with local operational agility to maintain competitive innovation. Our dedicated project teams ensure timely delivery through rigorous quality control processes, while global logistics networks enable worldwide component distribution to clients in Sweden, France, Poland, Austria, USA, Mexico, Brazil, and beyond.
Services
SMC Moulding
DCPD Mould Services
Painting Services
Design Services
Project Management
Highlights and features
- 40 years of composite manufacturing expertise with global OEM partnerships
- Integrated SMC and DCPD production with robotic painting capabilities
- ISO-certified quality management systems across operations
- In-house tooling design and maintenance for precision control
- Established global logistics network spanning 6 continents
Associations and certifications
- IATF 16949
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001-2015
- ISO OHSAS45001
Services
SMC Moulding
Sheet Moulding Compound (SMC) compression moulding produces high-strength composite components with Class A surface finishes. Our 600T-3000T presses handle complex geometries up to 3.5m x 3.6m. Automotive applications include body panels and structural floor components with integrated features for weight reduction and cost efficiency.
DCPD Mould Services
Polydicyclopentadiene (DCPD) reaction injection moulding creates lightweight components using low-pressure processes. Aluminium tooling enables cost-effective production of fenders, engine covers, and industrial parts. The low-carbon footprint process offers rapid cycle times (6-8 minutes) with excellent dimensional accuracy and impact resistance.
Painting Services
Robotic painting systems deliver automotive-standard finishes across composite and metal substrates. Three-stage chemical cleaning ensures optimal adhesion. Components undergo automated drying and configuration, with final modules packed in dedicated stillages for global distribution to OEM assembly plants.
Design Services
Full design-to-manufacture support optimises product feasibility and cost-efficiency. Our team specialises in tooling design for SMC/DCPD processes, integrating mechanical fixings and styling features. Value engineering ensures structural integrity while maintaining aesthetic requirements and manufacturability standards.
Project Management
Dedicated project teams implement PPAP, APQP, and PCD methodologies for on-time delivery. In-house CMM measurement facilities and tool maintenance ensure compliance with IATF 16949 standards. 90-day post-launch support guarantees production stability, supported by regular supplier and client coordination meetings.
People
Stuart Eustace
Managing Director
With extensive leadership experience in composite manufacturing, Stuart oversees strategic direction and business growth at Mitras Automotive, ensuring alignment with global market demands.
Matthew Ralphs
Purchasing Manager
Matthew manages procurement operations, leveraging supplier networks to maintain cost-effective material sourcing while upholding quality standards across Mitras' production processes.
Colin Oldfield
SHEQ Manager
Colin ensures compliance with ISO OHSAS45001 standards, implementing safety protocols and environmental initiatives that align with Mitras' commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices.
Kate Flannery
Financial Director
Kate oversees financial strategy and reporting, ensuring investment in technological advancements while maintaining fiscal responsibility across Mitras' global operations.
Andrew Proctor
Head of Sales
Andrew leads sales initiatives, expanding Mitras' market presence through client relationship development and strategic partnerships in automotive and industrial sectors.
Questions
What composite manufacturing processes do you offer?
We specialise in SMC compression moulding and DCPD reaction injection moulding for automotive and industrial components.
Are your facilities ISO-certified?
Yes, we hold IATF 16949, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001-2015, and ISO OHSAS45001 accreditations.
Can you paint composite components to automotive standards?
Our robotic paint line achieves Class A finishes on SMC, DCPD, and metal substrates.
Do you provide global logistics solutions?
We deliver components to OEMs in Sweden, France, Poland, USA, Mexico, Brazil, and other international markets.
How do you ensure product quality?
We use PPAP, APQP, and PCD methodologies with in-house CMM measurement and tool maintenance facilities.
What design support do you offer?
Our team provides design-for-manufacture assistance, tooling optimisation, and value engineering services.
