3D Prototyping Services

Looking for a 3D prototype? At Idea Reality, we specialise in creating high-quality prototypes to help you evaluate your product design, ensuring it meets both aesthetic and functional requirements.

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3D prototyping is the process of turning concepts into physical models for testing and evaluation. Unlike simple models, prototypes undergo detailed scrutiny to validate aspects like usability, performance, and aesthetics. This process helps refine designs by identifying areas for improvement.

Different fidelities are used depending on the testing needs—low-fidelity prototypes may confirm button placement, while high-fidelity versions assess visual appeal and fit within real-world settings. We can also produce highly finished glossy prototypes for marketing collateral or business pitches.

Supporting you all the way

Project review & proposal

Submit your project info and get honest feedback from our award-winning design team. If we can help and add value, we create a detailed, tailored project proposal for you outlining costs and options

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Design & prototype

Embark on an exciting product development journey with us. Taking your ideas from innovative conceptual designs through to engineered 3D CAD models and working elecro-mechanical prototypes!

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Manufacture, launch & market

Turn your product idea into commercial reality! We support you with the patent process, setting up your manufacturing partnerships and even creating websites, video content and brand identity.

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  • Step 1: Review Project Needs

    We assess your project’s requirements to determine the appropriate type of prototype. Whether it’s a functional or visual model, our design team will tailor the prototyping process to fit your specific needs and stage of development.

  • Step 2: Prototype and Test

    We can produce prototypes in a range of fidelities from low to high and which use a diverse range of materials. This includes quick 3D prints, foam models, or vacuum cast parts for example. High fidelity prototypes help showcase the product’s potential for investor pitches or crowdfunding.

  • Step 3: Iterate and Refine

    Our iterative process will help refine your prototypes to perfect your product’s functionality and aesthetics. We leverage our network of expert partners to deliver prototypes that align with your project goals, ready for testing or market presentation.

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3D Prototyping Company

At Idea Reality, we guide your project through our tailored prototyping journey, adapting to your specific needs. From initial low fidelity models to high resolution, display-ready prototypes, we ensure each phase aligns with your product’s development stage.
Our skilled design team leverages a range of materials and techniques, including 3D printing, foam modelling, and precision machining, to bring your concept to life. High fidelity prototypes not only validate your product but also attract investor interest, enhancing the likelihood of securing funding.

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We have experience in producing prototypes in a variety of materials and processes

Plastics

Metal

Textiles

Wood

Idea Reality can support you on the creation of a variety of 3D design prototypes

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Plastic Prototyping

At our studio, we have access to a range of 3D printing technologies to create high-quality plastic parts. This includes printing with various resolutions and from different materials, from rigid plastics to softer, rubber-like materials. For projects requiring higher fidelity, we collaborate with both local and international prototyping partners to achieve your desired quality. We can also assist with vacuum casting services that replicate injection-moulded finishes, providing clients with parts nearly identical in appearance to the final product. We can also assist with laser cutting and CNC machining for quick-turnaround parts, ensuring rapid prototyping before assembly and testing in our studio.

Metal Prototyping

For metal parts, we bring our extensive expertise in CNC machining to the table. During the design phase, our focus is on optimising parts for efficient machining, reducing the number of operations, and minimising machine time. This approach not only lowers prototype costs but also allows for cost-effective mass production if required.

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Sheet Metal

Sheet metal prototyping is an economical method for producing durable prototypes. Typically, the process involves laser or waterjet cutting the sheet metal before forming and bending it by hand. Our experience spans numerous sheet metal projects, allowing us to apply our knowledge to your designs for efficient and effective production.

Textiles

Our fabric prototyping services are designed to meet diverse project needs. We start by sourcing the specified textiles, ensuring the right material is chosen for your prototype. From there, we can stitch the fabric according to your requirements. Our team is equipped to deliver fabric prototypes to test the feasibility of your design. We aim to seamlessly integrate fabric prototyping into your product development process, ensuring efficient and accurate results.

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Wood prototyping and manufacturing

Wood Prototyping

Using our in-house workshop and vast network of suppliers, we can provide comprehensive wood prototyping services, ranging from traditional woodworking techniques to CNC machining.

Why work with us?

Free idea review

We will review your idea for free and let you know from the start if we are the best product design team to help!

Tailored Process

Every stage of the product design process is tailored to your unique project needs, giving you efficiency and the best value.

Personal Service

Get direct contact and support from our design team and always have full control of the project pace and direction.

Confidentiality Assured

You retain 100% of your idea and any new IP we develop for you. All communication and project details are kept confidential under a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).

Broad Expertise

We work across a variety of sectors and types of products, giving us a broad experience in multiple manufacturing processes and a vast network of suppliers.

Funding Support

We can support you by creating all the necessary marketing materials to take your idea to customers, investors or even create crowdfunding campaigns.