Protoshop utilizes a proprietary method of prototype injection molding to produce high-quality molds that closely replicate production standards, enabling rapid iterations and modifications to part geometry. This approach addresses the challenge of lengthy development cycles and high costs associated with traditional molding processes, allowing customers to bring their products to market faster and more affordably.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional prototype molding processes can be slow and expensive, hindering rapid iteration and delaying time to market for new products. Achieving production-quality prototypes is often difficult, making it challenging to accurately assess the functionality and manufacturability of a design.
Solution
Protoshop offers rapid prototype injection molding and mold fabrication services, utilizing a proprietary method to create high-quality molds that closely replicate production standards. By employing CNC machining to build mold cavities in soft metal, Protoshop enables quick iterations to part geometry, typically within one day. This approach allows for the production of prototype parts in low quantities using a variety of plastic materials, including customer-supplied options. Protoshop also provides moldability reviews, material selection assistance, and the ability to transfer molds to any contract manufacturer, ensuring a smooth transition from prototype to production.
Target Audience
The primary customers are engineers and product developers in industries such as medical, electronics, and consumer goods who require high-quality, rapid prototype injection molding services for product testing and validation.
Features
- Proprietary injection molding method for replicating production plastic part quality
- CNC machining for rapid mold fabrication and iteration
- Complimentary moldability review with online meetings to identify potential molding defects
- Assistance with prototype material selection from a wide range of thermoplastic grades
- Capability to mold several thousand parts per week
- Molds are transferable to any contract manufacturer
- Flexible material options, including customer-supplied materials
- Website provides up-to-the-minute project status updates, FedEx tracking details, and inspection reports