ALM foundry machine Mission: Designing an automatic machine for casting metals with a low melting point. Priority: 'Cladding' on prototype basis while taking account of constraints such as ergonomics, accessibility of the various components, manufacturing method for the various elements, etc. Constraints: Compromise between aesthetics and functionality: Large overhang under the machine to take moulds mounted on a turntable. Materials used: Aluminium profiles, composites, sheet metals etc. Strengths: - Ergonomics (control panel on integrated support) - Simplicity of manufacture and assembly of bodywork elements. Client: ALM (Belgium), precision mechanics company specialising in work with cutting tools and in the creation of precision machine tools for contract production.