Get an instant quote
Plastic Prototypes

Plastic Prototypes

Innovative Plastic Prototyping by IPFL

IPFL has been a leader in plastic prototypes and batch production of bespoke plastic parts for over 52 years. Since 2003, we have been diversifying our 3D printing capabilities, complementing the advanced skills of our machining and fabrication department. This combination not only enhances our clients’ product value and time to market but also helps in avoiding production errors.

Processes and Finishing Techniques

Diverse Subtractive Processes: Including CNC milling & routing, forming, and laser cutting,.
Ancillary Processes for Finishing: We add essential finishing touches such as painting, UV printing, threaded inserts, and special purpose coatings like RFI shielding, anti-static, and anti-viral treatments.
Versatile Additive Processes: IPFL are committed to a wide range of 3D printing techniques and materials to ensure we have the best process available for you application.
Get a Quote

What are the benefits of Product Prototyping?

    • Accelerated Time to Market: Speed up the introduction of your product into the market.
    • Design Analysis and Aesthetic Examination: Allows for comprehensive analysis of design and aesthetics.
    • Proof of Concept: Validate the feasibility of your design ideas.
    • Quick Iteration Changes: Especially beneficial with 3D printing for rapid design modifications.
    • Functional Testing: Assess and enhance the functionality of your prototypes before mass production.

    Why Choose IPFL for Plastic Prototyping?
    At IPFL, we understand the critical role of prototypes in the product development process. Our experience, combined with a wide array of manufacturing capabilities, ensures that your plastic prototypes are not just accurately made but also provide valuable insights for design improvement and functionality testing.

    Development Cycle and Prototyping Process
    Every product, component, or assembly undergoes a unique development cycle, from concept to design iteration, physical proofing, and testing, leading to production. Utilizing plastic prototypes in your product development process provides invaluable insight into the real-world requirements of your product.

     

    Whether you are in the early stages of concept development or ready for functional testing, IPFL’s prototyping services are designed to bring your ideas to life with precision and efficiency.

Related Capabilities

3D Printing Services

UK 3D Printing Services

IPFL plastic 3D printing services have invested in the latest additive manufacturing technologies in the UK
Learn More
3D Printing Materials 2

3D Printing Materials

We utilise an extensive range of materials and technologies, ready for the most demanding of applications.
Learn More
Acrylic Machinists and Specialists

CNC Machined Plastic Services

Precision machined parts, including 3 and 5 axes high speed routing, milling and turning with expert finishing.
Learn More
CNC Routing

CNC Routing to Maximise All CNC Machining Materials

IPFL has a large capacity of the latest high speed CNC routing machines, built for larger format industrial machining for greater all-round…
Learn More
Laser Cutting and Engraving

UK Plastic Fabrication Specialists

Custom plastic components fabricated using diffusion bonding, laser welding, forming and folding techniques.
Learn More
Polyjet 3D Printing

PolyJet 3D Printing Services

PolyJet 3D printing is a versatile process that produces accurate, high-resolution parts in a vast range of materials…
Learn More
SLA 3D Printing Service

SLA 3D Printing Services

As the first NEO450s service in the UK, this brand-new SAL system at IPFL boasts remarkable surface quality, accuracy, and detail…
Learn More
HP Multi Jet Fusion MJF 3D Printing Service

MJF 3D Printing Service

MJF (Multi Jet Fusion) 3D printing Service. Robust process using PA12 & TPU. High-performance and economical prototype and production...
Learn More
Micro 3D Printing

BMF Projection Micro Stereolithography (PµSL)

Micro 3D printing allows you to speed up your prototyping and production processes while producing high quality components with unrivalled accuracy and…
Learn More