Future-ready learning environments start here.
AFT works closely with educational institutions to create functional, industry-aligned spaces for safe learning. We help them meet today’s teaching demands and prepare students for real-world work environments.
Built around daily challenges
Aligning educational spaces with industry standards.
Educational institutions struggle to balance safety and usability with real-world readiness, often due to limited space and resources. We solve these challenges with smart, modular solutions that bring real-industry functionality into training environments.
Workshop
Training environments often lack the space and safety systems of a full-scale workshop.
AFT offers compact and modular machine setups designed specifically for safer educational use for students to train with confidence in a realistic, controlled setting.
- Built-in safety features suited for beginners and trainees.
- Ergonomically designed workstations to reduce strain and fatigue.
- Custom configurations to match different skill levels and course needs.
Materials
Students need hands-on experience, but schools must manage costs and compliance.
We provide schools with safe, affordable materials without compromising on the quality needed for proper training.
- Certified orthopaedic and podiatry materials for educational use.
- Durable, easy-to-clean surfaces for hygienic learning environments
- Bulk and starter kits for cost-efficient training.
The AFT difference,
in action.
Expert support that feels in-house.
Our team of 125+ specialists brings decades of hands-on experience to help you solve complex challenges with confidence to ensure you never work alone.
Engineered around your workflow.
We produce our own machines and components daily for us to adapt quickly and build exactly what your workflow needs.
Reliable supply with premium quality.
With over 35,000 items in stock and all raw materials sourced in Europe, we prioritise consistent quality and fast delivery always.
Technology that moves with you.
We invest in R&D and next-gen machinery to keep your workshop ahead of the curve quicker, through more efficient and smarter solutions.
A legacy you can build on.
With over 2 centuries of combined history, AFT’s roots run deep in the orthopaedic sector. We’ve grown into a total supplier trusted by generations of professionals.
Top machines trusted by professionals.
These are the machines professionals rely on daily. Customisable and built to last as every piece is backed by AFT’s in-house engineering.
Materials that meet your standards and ours.
These bestselling, versatile materials are selected for their comfort and compliance, making them ideal for everyday orthotic and prosthetic fabrication.
Semi-finished Insoles
D3D Dynamic 3-Dimensional
Semi-Finished Insoles
Elegant (D3D Slim)
Glues & Chemical Products
Glues & Solvents
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Inner Lining
Others
Working Protection
Semi-finished Insoles
Elegant (D3D Slim)
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Stools & Chairs
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Vacuum Technics
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Base Sole Materials
Glues & Chemical Products
Vacuum technics
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Construction & Correction Materials
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Construction & Correction Materials
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Measuring Tools
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Cover Fabrics
Technical Orthopaedics: Orthotics & Prosthetics
Casting resin technology
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Stiffening Materials
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Built-in Parts
Others
Education Models
Cad-Cam Milling Materials
Combi
Semi-Finished Insoles
Hallux Rigidus (HR) + Fasciitis Plantaris (FPL)
Semi-finished Insoles
Shell Forms
Semi-Finished Insoles
Milled
Semi-finished Insoles
ECO-Elegant
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
EVA Carbostat
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Outsole Materials
Cad-Cam Milling Materials
Duplex
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Technical Materials
Die-cuts & Models
Podiatry Die-Cut Models
Semi-finished Insoles
Cork
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
Evacad
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Shoe Accessories
Technical Orthopaedics: Orthotics & Prosthetics
Padding materials
Technical Orthopaedics: Orthotics & Prosthetics
Covering material
Orthoplastics
Silicone + Catalyst
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Stiffening Materials
Semi-Finished Insoles
D3D Dynamic 3-Dimensional
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Built-in Parts
For Machines
Vacuum Technics
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Scouring Machines
Glues & Chemical Products
Chemical products
Cad-Cam Milling Materials
Triplex
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Base Sole Materials
Glues & Chemical Products
Other
For Machines
Long Arm Routers
Semi-finished Insoles
Fasciitus Plantaris (FPL)
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Cover Fabrics
Die-cuts & Models
Orthopaedic Die-Cut Models
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
Eva Cork
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Welts
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Glueing Table
For Machines
Tools
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
Evastat
For Handicraft
Hand Tools
For Machines
Pneumatic Technics
Cad-Cam Milling Materials
Mono
Orthoplastics
Silicone Paste A+B
Semi-finished Insoles
Hallux Rigidus (HR)
Semi-finished Insoles
Milled
Technical Orthopaedics: Orthotics & Prosthetics
Thermoplastics
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
Novacad
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
Eva Sandal
Semi-Finished Insoles
Thermo moulded
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Cover Fabrics
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Stiffening Materials
Construction & Finishing of Insoles and/or Orthoses
Substructure Materials
Semi-finished Insoles
Termo Moulded
For Handicraft
Measuring Tools
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Substructure Materials
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Education Models
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Substructure Materials
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Treatment Tables
Construction & Finishing of Shoes
Padding Materials
Semi-Finished Insoles
Shell forms
Cad-Cam Mono Materials
Eva Marble
Construction & Finishing Insoles
Technical Materials
For Handicraft
Glueing & Cutting
Semi-Finished Insoles
ECO-Elegant
For Machines
Extraction Systems
For Handicraft
Plaster Technics
Chemical Products
Glues & Solvents
For Handicraft
Silicon Processing
Practice & Workshop Equipment
Work Benches
Chemical Products
Other
Services
Tools that keep up with your craft.
We make it easy to get up and running with the right materials and machines. No matter the size of your setup, we help you get the most out of your tools by supporting you from start to finish.
Consultation & Planing
We assess your needs such as space and workflow to recommend the right mix of machines or materials so everything works seamlessly together.
Installation
We assess your needs such as space and workflow to recommend the right mix of machines or materials so everything works seamlessly together.
Support
Our support doesn’t stop at delivery, we keep your operation running smoothly long after setup.
Training
Our experts offer tailored training both on-site or remote for your team to confidently work with new materials or equipment from day one.
Education FAQs
Here are some of the most common questions we get from schools and institutions building or upgrading their orthopaedic or podiatry training setups.
What makes AFT’s machines suitable for students?
They’re designed with safety features and modularity in mind, perfect for hands-on learning in limited spaces.
Can AFT help plan our training space layout?
Absolutely. We work with you to create ergonomic and safe setups tailored to your curriculum and space constraints.
Do your materials comply with hygiene or medical training standards?
Yes. All materials are tested and certified to be compliant with EU medical device regulations.
Can we get equipment that’s safe for beginner use?
Yes, our machines can be customised with safety locks and dust control or user-friendly interfaces ideal for trainees.
Do you offer bundles or kits for training purposes?
We have starter kits and bulk material packages are available to make training more cost-effective.
How much space do we need for a basic setup?
We offer compact and mobile units designed for smaller classrooms, so full workshops aren’t always necessary.
Can we use AFT products for certification programs?
Definitely. Our setups align with industry standards to make them suitable for formal training and certification.
Do you provide ongoing support or servicing?
Yes, we offer installation, maintenance and consultation support even after delivery.
Tap into our 245+ years of industry experience.
We’ll help design a setup that works for you to move forward with confidence.
