Rapid prototyping is a way to quickly create a tangible, physical copy of a part or product from a digital design. Traditionally, prototyping has not been particularly rapid, but the development of 3D printing and its increasingly lower costs make it a highly effective solution for generating a prototype in a very short time. 

Of course, prototyping any product or part before launching full-scale production is a smart way to prevent issues and unnecessary expenses. There are, however, some situations when rapid prototyping is particularly useful.

Because rapid prototyping requires little investment of time or resources, it is an excellent way for your business to try out a new design or experiment with several variations on a style before you commit to a final design for production.

Even the best computer models and simulations lack the accurate results gathered from testing physical copies of a part. With rapid prototyping, you can quickly create a prototype, test it, make any adjustments, and test again without the costly expense of retooling.

Sometimes, it can be challenging to get a real feel for a product without having a physical copy to hold, examine, and feel. With rapid prototyping, such visualization is a breeze, allowing you a fast, cost-effective way to truly see your product before production.

At Bennett Plastics, we offer single-facility, one-stop service from product design and prototyping through manufacturing and value-added services, including warehousing and fulfillment. Contact us today to take advantage of our full capabilities and decades of experience.