From an Idea or Sketch
Send a sketch, photo or a written description of the function. Our engineers translate it into a 3D model, recommend a silicone grade and hardness, and flag any moldability risks before you spend on tooling.
Silicone Product Development
Take your idea, sketch or existing part to a production-ready silicone product. We combine custom design, rapid prototyping, reverse engineering and DFM analysis so you can validate the concept before committing to tooling.
Three Ways to Start
Wherever Your Concept Is Today
You don't need a finished CAD file to develop a silicone product with us. We meet you at your current stage and carry the engineering forward.
From a Physical Sample
Have an existing part you want to reproduce or improve? We reverse-engineer it by measurement or 3D scanning, capture the critical dimensions and tolerances, and rebuild a production-ready model.
From Your CAD File
Already have STEP, IGS, STL or DWG? We review it for moldability, run a DFM analysis and propose the tooling and process that hit your target cost and lead time.
The Development Path
From Concept to Production-Ready
1 · Concept
We translate your idea, sketch or reference part into a defined product concept — function, target hardness, material grade and a first feasibility read.
2 · DFM
A design-for-manufacturing review checks wall thickness, draft angles, undercuts, parting lines, gate placement and tolerance before anything is built.
3 · Prototype
SLA/DLP printing, vacuum casting or a fast-turn aluminum mold produces physical prototypes in 3–7 days so you can test feel, fit and function early.
4 · Tooling
Precision CNC and EDM mold making, with moldflow simulation to predict fill, shrinkage and gate placement before steel is cut.
5 · T1 / T2 Sampling
First- and second-stage mold trials (T1, T2). We measure the first shots, correct fit or flash issues, and iterate until samples match the drawing.
6 · Validation
First-article inspection plus functional, reliability and compliance checks confirm the part works in use. See our EVT/DVT/PVT validation.
7 · Mass Production
Compression or LSR molding at scale with full traceability, plus FAI, control plan, PFMEA and PPAP as your program requires. See PPAP & quality docs.
For the full stage-by-stage framework, see our manufacturing process and DFM design guide.
Reverse Engineering
Reproduce or Improve an Existing Part
When you need to replicate a legacy silicone part — or improve a competitor's design — we reverse-engineer it cleanly. We measure the part, capture the critical dimensions and tolerances, identify the material and hardness, and rebuild a production-ready model that meets your specification.
- Dimensional measurement and 3D scanning of the sample
- Material and Shore hardness identification
- Rebuilt 3D model with tolerance plan
Learn how we handle projects that arrive without CAD in our Develop Without CAD guide.
Have a Concept? Let's Develop It Together
Send your idea, sketch, sample or CAD file — we'll review feasibility and return a design, DFM and quote within 24 hours.
Start Your Development