Fast Prototyping
Fast Prototyping (or rapid prototyping as it’s more commonly known) is the process of making physical models using CAD drawings (Computer Aided Design). This allows businesses to take their ideas and turn them into fully functioning models or prototypes quickly, this not only reduces the overall project time but also allows any changes to be made and new models to be produced as required.
By using fast prototyping it allows design ideas to be evaluated quickly and efficiently, much more so that by just using drawings alone. There is nothing like being able to touch and play around with a prototype where often design flaws or required changes are much easier to spot.
By first producing a prototype you also help to cut down on production costs by producing better products first time around, this is because much of the testing and amendments have taken place during the rapid prototyping process.
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Fast Prototyping Background Information
We first saw the use of this method of prototyping back in 1987 and since then has become well known as rapid prototyping and also 3D printing. Over the years it has become a popular way of quickly working through a number of design iterations.
Using fast prototyping can take as little as a few hours, but this depends on the type, size and number of models required.
Thompson Precision are known as the go to company when it comes to precision engineering and prototyping as we have over 30 years of experience. We work with a large number of different clients from high street brands to companies just starting out. We pride ourselves on our ability to help businesses turn their ideas into reality both quickly and efficiently.
Please do give us a call on 01277 365500 or fill out our online form today to speak to one of our team.
Testimonials
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Met our Deadlines
- F1 Team
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- Cambridge Consultants
Demanding prototype components produced in days without fuss. Thanks for your help.
Great quality work
- Tasha Trigger
These guys helped me out on a time sensitive project. Very professional and responsive via email.
Highly Recommend
- Mekhalfia Group
Very helpful company, I highly recommend them. They helped our sister company Fiil e-motion with the best solution.
Speed Service
- Murali V
High speed service as stated.
Mace Group
- Mace Group
What impressed most was not only the quality and attention to detail, but also the professionalism, flexibility, and commitment shown by the team throughout the process.
Figure AI
- Figure AI
The parts you sent arrived in record time and they looked great.
Thorlabs
- Thorlabs
Many thanks to you and the team at Thompson for your support and assistance this year. We do appreciate the excellent job you have done. Would not hesitate to work with you again.
3P Innovation
- 3P Innovation
We carried out a trial order review on the parts you delivered and you have scored perfectly on the form! Really impressed with your work on this project for us, so thank you very much!
Bowyer Engineering
- Bowyer Engineering
Just a quick note to thank you for the big plate you manufactured for me. It all fitted perfectly, and it would have been a disaster for me if it hadn’t been correct or delivered late.
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Case Studies
CNC Machining of Large Hydraulic Manifold
The client required a large hydraulic manifold to be machined from a block of aluminium 1100 x 600 x 400mm. With the manifold needing to be machined to a high tolerance required by the client.
Electronics Enclosure
This case study was from a client who was very specific about the requirements for this electronics enclosure for the exact positional tolerances. It was a challenging job & one we completed to perfection.
High Precision Aerospace Fixture
The case study for this job was for an aerospace part that was no longer available to purchase. We had limited information to go on, but once again we finished this job to a very high standard.
Mechanical Prototyping of a Fishing Reel
The client for this case study had a new fishing reel concept that they wanted us to manufacturer so they could test it out before taking the design further.
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