Rapid Prototyping Services

TAC Rockford's rapid prototyping services uses FDM additive fabrication technology, sometimes referred to as 3D printing, to build functional prototypes for a variety of industries. Engineers and designers can use our prototypes to test products before starting the lengthy, expensive tooling process.

We understand that our customers need their prototypes quickly and so we make every effort to ensure a timely delivery of quality prototypes to help your product design cycle.

Rapid prototypes have many applications you can use:

• Concept modeling: The freedom of multiple design iterations without cost penalty.
• Form, fit, and function testing: Prototypes help engineers and designers determine form, fit and function before investing in tooling.
• Design verification: Test your new products on the market and ensure that your design is right before going to mass production.
• Masters: You can use our prototypes as masters for vacuum forming, investment casting and many other methods.
• Jigs and fixtures: Why invest in heavy, expensive jigs and fixtures that require assembly when you can build fixtures in one piece. And because they're made of thermoplastics, they are easier on employees, too.
• Marketing tools: Need to show your new concept to create a buzz? Build a prototype–you can print it, plate it or just simply show it.
• Production mockups: Get a highly accurate and functional prototype to ensure that your design is correct before investing in production.

To get started, contact us for a no-obligation quote.