rapid prototyping |
increased speed to market |
Utilizing the latest advancements in design capabilities is a key element in choosing a thermoformer for your project. Creative Forming’s purchase of a state-of-the-art “rapid prototyping” machine keeps our company on the cutting edge in delivering innovative results.
The 3D rapid prototype printer manufactured by Stratasys out of Eden Prairie, MN, is our newest addition to our design capabilities. It enables us to deliver prompt results, and continue to exceed customer expectations.
3D printers are design tools used to create cost-efficient and precise models early in the design process. The printer’s ability to produce quick, economical ABS models allows Creative Forming customers to view highly accurate modeling concepts. We want our customers to receive better feedback, resulting in faster product development, and faster speed to market for their project.
The new 3D printer provides added value to the development process at Creative Forming:
- Quick 3D model turnaround
- Rapid prototyping is an economical alternative to other modeling techniques that allows for faster results and feedback for our customers
- Cutting-edge technology allows Creative Forming customers to remain competitive in this ever-growing industry
- Development process allows our customers to view an actual, physical prototype part
Creative Forming customers have responded well to the enhanced technology. Customers find the fast response and quick turnover of prototype models to be beneficial during both the development and production stages.
A recent example of the quick turn around capabilities of the 3D models involves a Fortune 500 food packaging manufacturer. They required a prototype to test the fit and function of the product before going into the production phase. A mold was built and shipped out within 24 hours allowing the customer to evaluate the product and allow Creative Forming to continue with the production stages.
Our rapid prototyping printer is just one of the many ways Creative Forming, Inc. works with its customers utilizing state-of-the-art technologies to improve speed to market in packaging design and production.