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New Product Prototype Development

Product prototype development is indeed one of the main aspects when we are talking about the development of any product. As there are a lot of advantages of developing a product prototype first, most individuals will have to go through the product prototype development process before the final production model is finished. If you are looking for a reputable, trusted, and authentic firm on which you can rely with confidence. Then GID is the best product development company to reach out to in California, USA. Please go through our official website to learn more about how our expert professionals can help you with product design and development services.

All small and medium-scale businesses may or may not afford to hire full-time engineers to develop a new product from nothing. That is where an experienced and expert product development company such as GID can be advantageous. With skilled and trained professionals ready to assist you in the entire product prototype development process, from beginning to end, our clients get a thorough and clear vision of how the product will shine after it is developed. It will be beneficial for the clients who have a tight budget to hire our product experts and engineers to shape their desires. Explore more about the products we recently developed at Our Portfolio.

Product Prototype Development

Product Prototype Development Services

 

Prototype Development Services: Offering unique, efficient, and cost-effective product design, GID Company ensures that every need of the clients is catered to. No matter which kind of product you have in mind, our professionals will bring your ideas into reality. By implementing an effective and productive strategy, our product development company will support and assist you in accomplishing all your long and short-term goals. Schedule a free consultation with our product designers and experts to discuss your product ideas. Our experienced engineers will plan a powerful strategy to develop a successful product.

Contact Our Professional Product Development Company

Being a leading and reputable product development company in California, GID Company has been offering exceptional product design and development services for several years. Whether you want to turn your unique and out-of-the-box concept ideas into reality or if you want to get your product prototype ready, our expert product designers and engineers can help you out. Make sure to discuss your product prototype development and scope with our well-versed and knowledgeable professionals at +1714-323-1052. Contact us today and we will talk about everything related to the kind of product you want to develop and launch in the market. Also, connect with us on Facebook and Twitter to get the latest updates.

Product Prototyping – 3D Printing, CNC Machining & Plastic Injection Molding

Product Prototyping – 3D Printing, CNC Machining & Plastic Injection Molding

Prototype development of your conceived product is vital. A product prototype is the first physical form of an imagined product idea. It enables the inventor to actually touch and feel the perceived product. It also allows the inventor to perform various tests and make necessary changes to make the final product better. Not to forget, a product prototype is a proof of concept, enabling the inventor to pitch to potential stakeholders about the conceived product and attract more funds for the mass production.

When it comes to product prototype development, it is helpful to consider the various tools available and the different processes used for making different parts of a conceived product. Product prototype development can be carried out using one of the following three methods: 3D printing (additive manufacturing), CNC machining (subtractive manufacturing), and plastic injection molding.

3D Printing

3D printing or additive manufacturing is one of the rapid prototyping techniques that constructs 3D objects by successively depositing material in layers such that it becomes a predefined shape. In the past few years, contemporary 3D printing has been very successful for rapid prototype development, but it is gradually starting to make its impact on the product manufacturing realm as well.

CNC Machining

CNC machining or subtractive manufacturing is a technique that constructs 3D objects by successively cutting away the material from a block of solid material. Typically, a CNC machine is employed in order to cut away the material and give a definite shape. Modern CNC machines utilize several tools and cut at three axes to nine axes such that they minimize the need for operators to flip the block. One of the cardinal benefits of CNC machining is the ability to construct predefined metal parts swiftly and accurately. 3D printing, in the case of metal, does construct parts accurately, but it is relatively slower than CNC machining. Therefore, for those product prototypes that require both plastic and metal parts, it is useful to use 3D printing for plastic parts and CNC machining for metal parts.

Plastic Injection Molding

Plastic injection molding is a popular technique that constructs an object by injecting the material, with high pressure, into a mold. Once the product design engineers finalize the product design, definitive molds are made from either steel or aluminum, which are then fitted on the injection molding machine. The material is then fed into the machine, which passes through the mold and ejects as the predefined shape.

Which Method Should You Employ?

Each method is better suited for different situations. For instance, suppose you want to build a single product prototype just to get the feel of your conceived idea, run basic tests, and/or prove your concept to potential stakeholders. In such a case, if it is all plastic, you can employ 3D printing. If it is all metal, you can employ CNC machining. If it is an amalgamation of both plastic and metal, then you can employ 3D printing to produce plastic parts and CNC machining to produce metal parts. You can then assemble the plastic and metal parts to form the prototype and do whatever you wish to do with the prototype.

Now, suppose you want to create several identical product prototypes, which contain both plastic and metal parts, for consumer testing and market research. In such a case, you will need to employ plastic injection molding for plastic parts and CNC machining for metal parts. Plastic injection molding enables you to produce a moderate quantity of parts quite swiftly and economically. Once you have both the plastic and metal parts, you can assemble them to form several identical prototypes, which you can use for consumer testing and market research.

Despite the popular methods available, product prototype development can be tough, especially if you do not have a definitive product design for your conceived product. Besides, testing product prototypes and making them better are also some of the difficult challenges, which you may not be able to face it on your own. For that reason, it is sensible to partner with a product development company that employs different rapid prototyping techniques, including 3D printing, CNC machining, and plastic injection molding.

GID Development Corporation is a leading product design and product development company in the US. They offer quick and economical product design, rapid prototyping, product development, and other product fulfillment services to inventors in the US as well as across the globe. When it comes to product prototype development, experienced industrial engineers at GID Development Corporation first utilize the 3DEXPERIENCE platform from Dassault Systèmes, which includes tools like CATIA V6, 3DVIA, BIOVIA, SOLIDWORKS, etc., to create and test product designs virtually. After achieving a definitive product design, the skilled industrial engineers employ 3D printing, CNC machining, plastic injection molding, or a combination of these methods to produce accurate product prototypes. The engineers at GID Development Corporation also have the experience and in-depth knowledge that help them test the prototype and make it better.

So if you need help with product prototype development, just contact GID Development Corporation. Whether it is a simple prototype development, like for sports products, or an intricate prototype development, like for complex electromechanical products or medical products, GID Development Corporation will “GET IT DONE!”

To learn more about the leading product design and product prototype development company in the US, GID Development Corporation.

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Guidelines – For Developing Product Prototypes

Guidelines – For Developing Product Prototypes

Conceived a brilliant idea for a groundbreaking new product? That is great! So now what? Well, as a prudent inventor, what you first need to do is build a prototype of your conceived product. No matter how simple and obvious your product concept sounds, the hard fact is that, realizing a new product is a very complicated task. Developing prototypes for your concept, however, can ease a lot of pain.

Prototype development plays a vital role in the new product development. Not only do prototypes give you a clearer picture of how your conceived product will look, feel, and function like, but they also help you attract the stakeholders as well as better the final product. With our years of experience in the field product development, we advise every inventor not to overlook the importance of building product prototypes. Product prototypes are the foundations of a new product. Here are some important guidelines to follow when developing product prototypes.

  1. Scale: One of the cardinal drawbacks when designing your concept in a computer application, like CATIA or SOLIDWORKS, is the lack of scale. A small 1-inch component or part of the conceived product can look big on the computer screen, but in the real-world, it is just a 1-inch component or part. To overcome this issue, what you need to do is 3D print the components as often as you can, especially for the small parts. 3D printing is not too expensive these days; you can either buy your own 3D printer or outsource your requirements to someone specializing in 3D printing. By 3D printing small components to judge the scale, you can avoid a lot of complications later on.
  2. Make a lot of prototypes: Don’t just create a single prototype; develop five or ten or as many as you can afford. When your product design is near its perfection, it is best to build several product prototypes. When assembling prototypes, try to do so with your hands. When you build the prototypes with your hands, you will know how they come together. Take notes of how each part fits and how many times you need to make the adjustments. If you can videotape yourself assembling the prototype, then by all means, do so. You can later re-watch the videos and figure out what is going wrong.
  3. Let someone else assemble the prototype for you: Ask your friend, family member or someone you know to assemble your prototype. Watch them closely. See how they interact with your prototype, and ensure that you give minimum instruction to them. That way, you will be able to easily and quickly identify all the pain points regarding the assembly of your prototype. It will certainly be frustrating to watch someone assemble your prototype, but believe it, this is a great way to gather knowledge about your prototype.
  4. Team up with a product prototype development company: When building your product prototype, you will, at some point, wish that you had a professional helping hand. After all, product prototype development is not a piece of cake! This is where a professional product prototype development company comes into play. Such a product prototype development company has skilled mechanical, electrical and all sorts of engineers who have years of experience in product prototyping. Not to forget, a prototype development company also has all the necessary tools and resources that help in product prototyping. Partnering with a product prototype development company is definitely not a bad idea. The company can point out where you are going wrong with your prototype, assist you overcome various problems, and can even help you build product prototypes from scratch.

Developing product prototypes is never a waste of time, efforts or resources. Prototypes help further your conceived product idea to reality. As an inventor, never overlook the importance of product prototype development. Just remember, developing prototypes is one of those important keys that lead to a successful outcome of your conceived product.

If you need help with new product prototype development, then partner with GID Development Corporation today. A leading product prototype development company in California, USA, GID Development Corporation provides product design, rapid product prototyping, product development and other product fulfillment services. Utilizing contemporary technologies, like the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform from Dassault Systèmes, which includes 3DVIA, CATIA V6, SOLIDWORKS, BIOVIA, and other CAD / CAM / CAE computer applications, and 3D printing processes, experienced engineers at GID Development Corporation can create accurate product prototypes, swiftly and economically.

Whether it is creating prototypes for electromechanical products, sports products, medical device products, embedded software products, or any novel products, GID Development Corporation, an expert product prototyping company in California, will “GET IT DONE!” Learn more about GID Development Corporation.

Have any queries regarding product prototype development? Or perhaps 3D printing? Just call Jim Grimes at 714-323-1052 between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST, for a FREE 15-minute telephonic conference.

Rapid Product Designing & Rapid Prototyping – Advantages

Rapid Product Designing & Rapid Prototyping – Advantages

New product design and product development, both have come a long way today. Traditionally, product designs were hand drawn. Now, Rapid Product Designing are creating detailed, clear product designs using special-purpose computer applications, like Dassault Systèmes’ 3D EXPERIENCE 2016, SOLIDWORKS, and 3DVIA among many others.

For product development, specifically the product prototype development, engineers nowadays are utilizing revolutionary additive manufacturing (popularly known as 3D printing) processes, which include selective laser melting, fused filament fabrication, direct metal laser sintering, and stereolithography to name a few.

These modern rapid product designing and rapid product prototyping techniques are geared toward the swift, precise, and effortless development of new products. More importantly, with these state-of-the-art techniques, it is possible to minimize the cost of new product development! Let us look at some of the advantages that these computer-assisted 3D product designing and 3D printing techniques offer.

  1. These contemporary techniques radically minimize the time of turning a product concept into reality. Simple product concepts can be brought to life in a matter of days, and complex product concepts in a matter of a few months. Therefore, inventors can quickly realize their dreams of swiftly getting groundbreaking products into the market and selling them to make profits.
  2. These techniques help save money. Creating product designs using computer applications means getting definitive designs with a minimum number of attempts; hence, it avoids the redundant costs of creating multiple product designs. 3D printing, on the other hand, eliminates the need for plastic product manufacturing tools or other molding tools needed for building product prototypes. This elimination of tools substantially saves money for the inventors.
  3. The modern techniques help mitigate product redesigning risks. Since the product designs are created virtually on the computer, they are, in most instances, ideal in every manner. Even if they are not, or if any changes are required, the product designers can quickly and effortlessly modify or change the product designs. These new product designs are then efficiently and economically 3D printed, saving time, money, and more importantly, the efforts of doing everything from scratch for the inventors.
  4. The techniques facilitate in the creation of the definitive product. Because 3D product designing is carried out virtually, using special computer applications, the chances of leaving out any product construction requirements are almost next to nothing. In the virtual world, the product designers and product developers can test almost every aspect of the conceived product. This way, they can add, remove, and experiment with the various features of the imagined product without actually creating any mockup or prototype!
  5. These techniques allow quick creation of product prototypes. Once the product designs are ready, they will be fed to a 3D printer (it’s a kind of an industrial robot). The 3D printer is then configured according to the required specifications. Once the 3D printer is configured, it will then extrude material into the desired shapes. The entire process, from feeding the product design into the 3D printer to the extrusion of the material into the desired shapes, is substantially swifter than injection molding techniques.
  6. These breakthrough techniques enable the creation of custom shapes. The 3D printer extrudes the material into desired shapes or geometries based on the instructions received from a computer. In simpler words, a 3D printer prints a material, instead of ink, based on the design it is provided. Ergo, it is possible to create custom, intriguing shapes effortlessly. This advantage of these techniques is very beneficial when it comes to medical device product development as well as electromechanical product development.
  7. These techniques make it possible to develop product prototypes using any material. Not only polymer and its variants, but 3D printers are capable of accepting and printing materials like rubber, ceramic, edible materials, and almost any metal alloy!

These were just some of the many advantages that rapid product designing and rapid product prototyping techniques offer. They are just ideal for new product design and new product development, especially product prototype development.

If you are an inventor and want to realize your product idea with these revolutionary product design and product development techniques, then partner with GID Development Corporation. A leading product design company in California, USA, GID Development Corporation provides rapid product design, rapid prototyping, rapid product development and other new product fulfillment services. They even have the ability to develop CNC-machined prototypes using different plastics and metals. This ability of GID Development Corporation comes in very handy, especially when the raw materials for rapid prototyping processes are not suitable or durable enough for the conceived product.

Whether you have a revolutionary idea for a medical device product, sports product, electromechanical product, a product with embedded software, product with electronics, or any unique product, the product development company in California, GID Development Corporation will absolutely “GET IT DONE!”

Have any queries regarding rapid product prototyping or 3D printing? Just call Jim Grimes at 714-323-1052 between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST, for a FREE 15-minute telephonic conference. He will answer to various questions regarding product design, product prototyping, and product development. You can like our Facebook page well.

Getting a Product Prototype Developed

Getting a Product Prototype Developed

Product prototype development is one very important step. No entrepreneur inventors can successfully bring a new product to the market without having a prototype developed for it first. A product prototype is the first physical form of a conceived product idea. It gives a better perception, whether the product would work or not. A product prototype also helps identify any problems that the product may have; knowing what the potential problems are beforehand will help eliminate those problems and make the final product better.

For entrepreneur inventors, product prototype development can be radically tough. Fortunately for them, they do not have to make prototypes themselves, as there are many product prototype development companies, engineering firms, machine shops, and other specialized places that can create product prototypes swiftly. Here are some steps that entrepreneur inventors should consider when it comes to product prototype development:

Step 1. Create conceptual sketches of the imagined product, and then create exhaustive drawings for the same. To create conceptual sketches, inventors can try the traditional approach – use a pencil/pen and paper. They can also hire someone to draw the sketches. Rough sketches of the conceived product are necessary. Based on these rough sketches, inventors should get detailed drawings of the product drawn on the computer. CAD (computer-aided design) applications can help in this regard. These detailed drawings are what inventors need in order to explain their product concept to the prototype development company.

Step 2. Search and team up with a good product prototype development company that can help create reliable prototypes based on the requirements and detailed drawings. If the conceived product is to be made from plastic, partner with a product prototype company that specializes in plastic product manufacturing. If it is to be made from metal, seek a company that specializes in creating metal prototypes. If the conceived product is to be made from thermoplastic, rubber, ceramic, or other such malleable materials, then approach a prototype development company that specializes in rapid prototyping or 3D printing (additive manufacturing). Rapid prototyping and 3D printing, by the way, are modern processes that facilitate swift product prototype development.

Note: Get the prototype developed of the same material you intend the final product to be made of; that way, you can get the proper understanding and feel of the conceived product.

Step 3. Redevelop the prototype, until it becomes the archetype of the conceived product. No one can have the perfect prototype on the first try. Several prototypes need to be developed in order to get the archetype, based on which mass production can be initiated. There are certain technologies available, like DS 3DEXPERIENCE Platform, which includes SOLIDWORKS, SIMULIA, GEOVIA, CATIA V6, etc., that help create swift and accurate prototypes; yet, at least, few prototypes need to be made. Often, the redevelopment of prototypes arises due to functional or structural changes; however, other factors may also incite the redevelopment of the prototype.

Step 4. Initiate the mass manufacturing based on the archetype or final product prototype. Now that the archetype or the final product prototype is ready, which is perfect in every sense, entrepreneur inventors should proceed with mass production of the conceived product. Partner with a reliable product manufacturer or, if the budget is not the constraint, set up your own manufacturing facility. Once the product starts rolling out in bulk quantity, take it to the market and start selling to the potential customers.

If you need help with product prototype development, then get in touch with GID Development Corporation. A leading product prototype development company in California, GID Development Corporation not only provides prototype development services, but product design, product development, and other product fulfillment services as well. Just head over to https://www.gidcompany.com/ to learn more.

GID Development Corporation always believes in assisting their customers in any way they can; hence, they are currently offering a 15-minute free telephonic conference to answer various product design, product prototyping, and product development-related questions that the entrepreneur inventors may have. All the entrepreneur inventor needs to do is call Jim Grimes at 714-323-1052 between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST. Checkout our product Steri-Write.

Prototype Development of Products with Electronics

Prototype Development of Products with Electronics

Electromechanical Products: Do you have a great idea for a new product with electronics? Want to materialize your idea into a real product and take it to the market? Well, the first thing to do is to develop a working prototype. Prototype development of products with electronics is essential to test and try the products before introducing them to the actual consumers. So, where should you begin with the prototype development of products with electronics?

Prototype development of products with electronics is, no doubt, challenging and expensive. You also would not get the desired results immediately without a prototype. If you, however, break down the product prototype development process into manageable steps, it is possible to succeed with the working prototype.

Prototype development of most products with electronics can be divided into two segments – the electronics segment and the plastic case segment. Let us have a look at each of these segments.

The Electronics Segment

Developing a prototype of the electronics segment of your conceived product can be divided into four steps.

If you are well-versed with electronics or if you are a do-it-yourselfer, you can skip the first two steps. Otherwise, you will need to team up with a product prototype development company that is experienced in the development of prototypes for products with electronics.

Step 1. Create the Schematic

The first step in the development of the electronics segment is the creation of the electronics blueprint or schematic for your product. This blueprint states all the important details of building the electronics segment, including how the necessary components and modules are connected.

Which components are needed will also be specified in the schematic. A bill of materials (BOM) or associated list will be prepared, itemizing every electronic item.

Step 2. Develop a Basic Prototype

Depending on your project and your budget, you may or may not want to develop a basic prototype of the electronics segment.

To create basic prototypes for the electronics segment, you can use breadboards. Utilizing breadboards, you can somewhat crudely, but fairly quickly connect various electronic components. If your project requires advanced electronics, you may also use ready-to-use modules like the Raspberry Pi and Arduino.

Step 3. Design a PCB Layout

You will, at some point, require a production-quality prototype of your conceived product. To create a production-quality prototype, you will require the design and creation of a PCB (printed circuit board).

A printed circuit board is a custom-designed board that holds and connects all the necessary electronic components. Utilizing a special computer application, electronic engineers can turn the schematic of the electronics segment of the conceived product into a virtual layout. Designing a PCB layout is challenging because anything out-of-place can have a big impact on the performance of the final product.

Step 4. Fabrication of the PCBs & Assembly of the Electronic Components

After having a definitive PCB layout, you will need to send the layout to an electronics prototype development company for construction. Such a prototype development company will first fabricate empty PCBs.

After the fabrication of the PCBs, the next step is to assemble the various components on the PCBs through soldering. Most of the modern electronic components are minute and compact, making it very difficult to solder them manually. Therefore, a product prototype development company might employ automated machines to solder the compact and minute electronic components.

The Plastic Case Segment

Most products with electronics need some enclosure, and plastic cases are often the best choice. To create a custom-shaped plastic case for your prototype, you will need to utilize 3D printing or CNC machining.

Step 1. Create a 3D Model

You need to first design a 3D computer model of the required plastic parts. Unless you are proficient at creating 3D computer models, you will need someone expert for this step.

Even if you are capable of creating 3D computer models yourself, the computer software required to create definitive 3D models is very expensive; hence, it may be in your best interest to hire a 3D modeling expert.

Step 2. 3D Printing

Once you have the 3D model of the plastic case or other plastic parts, you can send the design files to a 3D printer for effortless and rapid prototyping. If you do not have a 3D printer, you can approach a prototype shop that offers a 3D printing service.

On the other hand, you can also procure your 3D printer. In the past several years, 3D printers have become cheap enough for personal use.

For the large-scale production of certain plastic cases and parts, however, a completely different technology is utilized. It is called high-pressure injection molding. Shifting a plastic design from a mere prototype to full-scale production is a complex as well as an expensive process. Therefore, teaming up with a plastic product manufacturer, that specializes in plastic product manufacturing with different techniques, will be a wise move on your part.

Product prototype development is vital. Once you have a working prototype of your electronic product development, you can proceed to get potential stakeholders, customer feedback, and a mass manufacturing partner. The path to success of a product with electronics is long, but it all begins with a product prototype.

If you need help with prototype development for products with electronics, then get in touch with GID Development Corporation. A new product prototype development company in California, USA, GID Development Corporation utilizes state-of-the-art technologies in order to develop precise product prototypes quickly and economically.

Aside from product prototype development, GID Development Corporation also provides product design, product development, and other product fulfillment services. GID also possesses the skills and knowledge of a plastic product manufacturer that helps them develop various plastic parts, components, and cases using different injection molding techniques.

Whether it is the design, development, or prototyping of products with electronics, products with imbedded software, mechanical products, electromechanical products, medical device products, or any generic or special-purpose products, GID Development Corporation will certainly “GET IT DONE!”

If you have any questions regarding product design, product development, or product prototype development, simply give GID a call. Currently, GID is offering a free 15-minute telephonic conference. So, just call Jim Grimes at 714-323-1052 between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST.