Engineering office & prototypes
From idea to prototype: feasibility studies, construction development, technical dialogue and preparation for industrialisation.
Discover the engineering office
WATCH EXTERIORS · ENGINEERING OFFICE · SWITZERLAND
Precision,
piece by
piece.
FS Micromec designs and manufactures watch cases, middle cases, prototypes and complex components. Engineering and micromechanics expertise united to take every project from the first idea to the finished part.
PROTOTYPESCOMPLEX PARTSSWISS EXCELLENCERJC-COP
01 — OUR CRAFT
Watch exteriors approached as a complete project.
Engineering, prototyping, industrialisation and production: our technical office turns your intent into concrete solutions, with the same exacting standards for micromechanics and medtech.
IN PRODUCTION
The hand, the machine
and mastery of detail.
02 — EXPERTISE
Design. Prototype. Manufacture.
Integrated expertise in watch exteriors, from engineering studies to complex components and small-series production.
Watch cases & middle cases
Design and manufacture of demanding watch cases, middle cases and exterior components, with exacting attention to volumes, fits and finishes.
View the manufacturing stagesMicromechanics & medtech
Complex parts, technical components and small series for watchmaking, micromechanics and medical applications, machined in demanding materials.
03 — EXCELLENCE
Quality is not only inspected at the end.
It guides our methods, preparation, production and follow-up, providing transparency throughout every project.
- 01 Careful review of drawings and constraints
- 02 Manufacturing method tailored to each part
- 03 Dimensional inspection and traceability
- 04 Careful delivery and reliable lead times
SECTORS
WatchmakingMedtechIndustrySpecial machinery±RIGOUR
AT EVERY STEP
AT EVERY STEP
04 — MATERIAL LIBRARY
The right material for every requirement.
Precious metals and high-performance alloys: FS Micromec adapts machining methods, tools and finishes to the properties of each material.
Gold
Precious, dense and demanding. For exceptional watch exteriors with impeccable finishes.
Platinum
Rare and particularly dense. A noble material requiring specific machining expertise.
Titanium
Light, resistant and technical. Where comfort, performance and modernity come together.
Steel
Versatile and durable. A watchmaking standard mastered from prototype to production.
Tantalum
Dense, dark and distinctive. A rare metal requiring advanced machining expertise.
05 — CERTIFICATIONS
Standards that extend beyond the part.
FS Micromec is committed to responsible and traceable practices, essential to the watchmaking and jewellery industries.
RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL
Certified Member
A commitment to responsible, ethical, social and environmental practices throughout the value chain.
CHAIN OF CUSTODY
Traceability certification
Control processes designed to preserve material traceability and supply-chain integrity.
FS Micromec Sàrl is committed to RJC-COP certification, the Responsible Jewellery Council Code of Practices.
The RJC is an international non-profit organisation created to promote responsible ethical, social and environmental practices and respect for human rights throughout the gold, platinum-group metals, diamond and coloured gemstone supply chain.
FS Micromec Sàrl is also committed to RJC-CoC Chain of Custody certification. This voluntary standard builds on the Code of Practices and defines requirements for a traceable chain of responsibly sourced, produced, processed and sold precious metals.
The company has exercised due diligence regarding human rights and its entire chain of traceability. During 2023, it identified no adverse human-rights impact involving either its employees or its direct suppliers.
DOWNLOAD THE DOCUMENTS
Responsible sourcing policy · RJC
Our commitments,
in full transparency.
OUR WORKSHOP
Precision
in motion.
Machines, craftsmanship and inspection brought together to ensure continuity throughout every project.
06 — CONTACT
A project in mind? Let’s discuss it.
Send us your requirements, drawings or first project details. We will work with you to define the best approach.
Frédéric Seuret
T +41 (0)32 914 78 78E info@fsmicromec.chrue du Commerce 5a
CH-2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds
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