Modelmaking & Prototyping
Modelmaking, Prototyping and Rapid
Prototyping are the 3D visualization and functional test tools of
the Product Designer and Engineer. Modelmaking is referred
to when we go 3D or three dimensional. It may be in cardboard or it may
be molded urethane, the art of and now science of model making is about
craftsmanship.
Rapid Prototyping is a term used
to describe state of the art CAD/CAM (computer-aided design &
computer-aided machining or modeling) technologies, particularly
Stereolithography (SLA - See below).
Rapid Prototyping, CAD/CAM and modelmaking services range from
generating quick solid form study models or scaled or mock-up models to
completely engineered working prototypes. Our philosophy is to go 3D as
much as possible and as soon as possible. CAD/CAM and CNC
machining combined with Rapid Metal and Rapid Molding and
Stereolithography (SLA) are
our latest development weapon
critical to speed to market.
Modeling and
"Proof of Concept" development in
ProEngineer® or CAD and generating
SLA or SLS or CNC machined models can be a fast, effective way
to evaluate real world issues and mass production development. Often a product can be developed and
modeled in a matter of days. Read on
more... about Prototyping services.
Prototype &
Modelmaking
RP
Fundamentals
Concept Modelmaking
Form – Styling Models (scaled - foamboard, renshape etc.)
Quick study concept
models (cardboard, Styrofoam, etc.)
Breadboard – Crude
Model
Mock-Ups
/
Proof of Concept
Mock-up Models (full scale models)
Engineering Models – mechanical testing /
user interface
PCB - Breadboards - Board Assemblies
Marketing / Appearance Models
Marketing /
Appearance Models (photographic quality)
RTV - Cast Urethane
Models ( 5 - 50 units )
Machined – Sheet
metal / plastic
RP - Rapid Prototyping
(Design / Engineering Verification)
Rapid Metal Prototyping
EBM - Electron Beam Metals
MLS - Metal Laser Sintering-
CNC Sheet Metal
Rapid Molding
