A number of technologies are used to manufacture prototypes. Plastic prototypes are often machined from ABS, polystyrene, or rigid polyurethane foam.
An alternate method of manufacturing prototypes is to cast a liquid thermosetting resin into a mold, where it then hardens to form a finished part.
ABS
Outstanding impact resistant low cost plastic, easy to machine, and thermoform.
Acetal
High strength, stiff, low friction engineering plastic with good wear properties.
Acrylic
Outstanding strong, stiff, clear plastic available in a variety of brilliant colors and finishes.
Foam Boards
Rigid, yet lightweight, family of graphic art boards, easy to fabricate and cost effective.
High Impact Polystyrene
Low cost, tough plastic material that is easy to thermoform and fabricate.
Nylon
Paper Boards
100% recyclable board material for interior sign and display short term applications.
Polycarbonate
Polycarbonate Film
Transparent, general purpose plastic film with excellent ink adhesion.
PVC
Strong, stiff, versatile low cost plastic material that is easy to fabricate, bond, and weld.