Rapid Prototype Specialists
Thompson Precision offer many specialist services and are rapid prototype specialists, known for our fast turnaround and slving of complex and difficult problems. We have full on site manufacturing support.
Alongside our sister company J H May we have been involved in rapid prototype layer technology since its commercialisation over 15 years ago. We have continued to grow and evolve throughout the years as new technology becomes available.
We quickly recognised the cost and above all speed benefits of this new prototyping method and we cannot recommend it more, so encourage you to use our company for all your Rapid prototyping.
Why Choose Thompson Precision
Latest CNC Technology
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Fast & Accurate
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High Precision Experts for 85 years
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Large Scale CNC Milling
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SLA Resin = lower costs and speedy rapid prototype production
When using SLA resin a complex mechanical assembly could be produced to very fine tolerances and be tested in operation in advance of any commitment to production in performance engineering materials. The comparative low cost of producing the rapid prototype allows designers to radically shorten the previously painstaking and expensive development process. The design engineer could now afford to develop several solutions concurrently and see the results of an idea in days. Rapid prototyping and 3D CAD technology has and continues to develop and improve at an impressive rate.
Testimonials
Accuracy and Finish
- Machine shop special effects
Met our Deadlines
- F1 Team
Highly Recommend
- 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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Cad systems like Solidworks, which is the package we use, alongside several other industry standard programmes such as Catia, Pro Engineer and Autocad are extremely powerful design tools. Whilst a massive amount of the design and development process can be completed in a 3D cyber format, any team of engineers and designers will agree that there is nothing quite like having a real product or component in your hand.
Rapid prototype technology permits this at a very low cost compared to the production methods available before its invention. Indeed many low volume manufacturers such as specialist car makers and companies involved in Motorsport use rapid prototyping methods for production parts such is the quality of materials now available.
Rapid Prototype Gallery
Large Scale Rapid Prototype
High Detail SLS Nylon
Large Rapid Prototype Parts
Large SLA with Chrome Plating
Complex Rapid Prototyping
Automotive Gearbox Rapid Prototype Parts
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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