Prototyping is how npd turns a design file into physical proof a product works. From rapid 3D-printed concepts to engineering-grade test models, built in-house and backed by a network of UK and international manufacturing partners.
Proof before production
Every product starts as a vision. Prototyping is where that vision gets proven, refined, or sent back to the drawing board, before the cost of getting it wrong is a production run instead of a print run.
Rapid prototyping & speed to innovate
In-house 3D printing across a fleet of over 25 machines, covering FDM and high-resolution resin. Physical parts in days, not weeks, so ideas keep moving instead of waiting on external turnaround. We don’t just make prototypes. We build physical proof that an idea holds up.
Our Prototyping Services
Our approach goes beyond traditional prototyping. We’re problem solvers who use cutting-edge technology to bring complex ideas to life:
Functional Prototypes
Beyond looks, we create prototypes that work
Appearance Models
Visualise your product’s potential
Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing
Fast, precise and innovative prototypes
Engineering Test Prototypes
Rigorous validation of design concepts
Pre-Production Mockups
Bridge between design and manufacturing
Proof of Concept Models
Transform theoretical ideas into tangible solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
From plastics to metals, we select materials that best represent your product’s final form and function.
Typically 2-6 weeks, depending on complexity. We prioritize speed without compromising quality.
Absolutely. Iterative prototyping is key to refining design and functionality.
Not necessarily. We can help develop design files if needed.
We’re not just another prototyping company. We’re problem solvers who transform complex design challenges into tangible solutions.
Our approach sets us apart through:
– Proven track record of generating £40m in client revenue
– Multidisciplinary team combining engineering and design expertise
– Advanced in-house prototyping facilities with 3D printing and CNC machining
– Extensive network of UK and international manufacturing partners
– Selective approach, focusing on projects with genuine transformative potential
Based in the North West and London, we work with companies across the UK. We leverage our manufacturing heritage while maintaining world-class design standards. We see prototyping not as an isolated service, but as a critical part of the entire product development journey.
Our technical depth allows us to create prototypes that don’t just replicate form, but reveal insights and solve real-world challenges. We prototype with purpose, turning complex ideas into potential market-ready solutions.
– Advanced 3D Printing
– CNC Machining
– Specialised Manufacturing Techniques
– Cutting-Edge Prototyping Materials
We don’t just manufacture. We collaborate. From Design File to Physical Prototype our process ensures:
– Detailed design translation
– Iterative refinement
– Performance validation
– User experience testing
