MECHANICAL PROTOTYPING
Our mechanical prototyping services transform complex concepts into fully operational electro-mechanical assemblies by integrating custom production metal, plastic and electronic components. Our in-house prototype workshops enable our product designers and electronic engineers to design, build and test prototypes in-line with UK and EU standards.
Complex mechanical prototypes involve the integration of mechanical components with bespoke electronics, wiring looms and control software; to ensure every moving part works in harmony. Whether you are validating structural durability or testing complex automation, we deliver the technical detail and functional consistency required to move from a CAD model to a production prototype ready for real world testing.
MECHANICAL PROTOTYPE SERVICES
ELECTRONIC PROTOTYPING
Bespoke electronic integration.
MECHANICAL TESTING
Electro-mechanical validation.
PROTOTYPE ASSEMEBLY
In-house assembly facilities.
THE ADVANTAGES OF MECHANICAL PROTOTYPING
When designing a new product mechanical prototyping mitigates production risk by allowing you to validate interference fits, structural integrity and mechanical movement in a physical environment before committing to tooling or large-scale manufacture.
By utilizing materials which mirror the mechanical properties of manufacture-grade materials and components, mechanical prototypes function as true engineering benchmarks, which can be produced a fraction of the cost of full-scale manufacturing. These functional assemblies are designed for manufacture; they are high-performance tools designed to secure stakeholder buy-in during investor pitches and provide vital data to freeze your design for manufacture.
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PROTOTYPE FAQs
How do I make a mechanical prototype of my idea?
First, we will guide you through new product development stages, including concept development and CAD design. Once the design is ready, we use a range of prototyping techniques to produce a functional prototype tailored to your project’s needs.
Mechanical prototypes usually comprise of an assembly of parts from different materials, and sometimes electronic systems, to create a moving assembly.
How much does it cost to make a mechanical prototype?
Because of there complexity and requirement to move mechanical prototyping cost tend to be higher than other prototypes, costing upwards of one thousand pounds. The cost to create a mechanical prototype can vary depending on the complexity, materials and specific requirements of your product.
How long does it take to make a mechanical prototype?
Mechanical prototypes use mutliple components and electronics where needed to create a moving system, they can be the most complicated type of prototypes which take the most amount of time to assemble and test.
Mechanical prototypes are complex and require refinement to ensure smooth function, therefore they often take between 3 - 8 weeks to make, assemble and test.
How many mechanical prototypes do I need?
Mechanical prototypes will likely require iterative revisions to improve their functionality. So you should expect to require 3 or more prototypes to get to a final product.
What can I use an mechanical prototype for?
Mechanical prototypes can range from proof-of-concept test rigs, to fully functional final products designed for manuafcturing and assembly.