RAPID PROTOTYPING
Evaluate, Refine, and Move Forward Faster
Rapid prototyping gives product development teams the opportunity to evaluate designs, identify improvements, and make informed decisions before committing to full-scale production.
Velosity combines engineering expertise with CNC and Swiss machining, 3D printing, production-quality prototypes, functional prototypes, clinical builds, and early production to support product development through the full product lifecycle, from initial prototypes through product approval.
Because our prototyping capabilities are connected to engineering and manufacturing expertise, we can help customers address manufacturability considerations early and prepare products for a smoother transition into production.
Rapid Prototypes Deliverables:
- Design iterations
- Engineering builds
- Prototype tooling
- Functional prototypes
- Production-quality prototypes
Rapid Prototypes Capabilities:
- CNC machining
- Swiss machining
- 3D printing
RAPID PROTOTYPING
Precision Machining Prototypes
CNC and Swiss machining prototypes provide fast, accurate prototypes utilizing the same high-quality materials and manufacturing expertise used for production components. Rapid CNC and Swiss machining capabilities support production-quality prototypes for complex medical device applications. Velosity’s precision machining capabilities allow engineers to evaluate designs using real-world materials, tight tolerances, and fully functional parts that closely represent final production components.
Manufacturing Capabilities Include:
- CNC machining
- Swiss machining
- Rapid-turn prototype components
- Tight-tolerance parts
- Complex machined geometries
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3D Printing
Quickly Evaluate Concepts and Design Improvements
Additive manufacturing enables rapid design iterations by allowing teams to quickly create physical parts for evaluation, testing, and review.
3D printing helps engineers assess form, fit, function, and design considerations before moving into more expensive production processes.
3D Printing Supports:
- Concept models
- Design evaluation
- Fit and form testing
- Functional prototypes
- Rapid design changes
- Early-stage development
- Fixturing
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Prototype Tooling
Bridging the Gap Between Prototype and Production
Prototype tooling provides an opportunity to evaluate injection-molded components and manufacturing processes before committing to full production tooling.
By incorporating manufacturing considerations early, Velosity helps customers reduce risk, improve designs, and prepare products for a successful production launch.
Prototype Tooling Includes:
- Prototype molds
- Mold design considerations
- Material evaluation
- Process evaluation
- Production readiness planning
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Functional Parts & Design Iterations
Evaluate Designs With Functional Prototypes
Velosity creates functional prototypes that allow engineers to evaluate fit, function, assembly, performance, and design effectiveness earlier in development.
Testing real components helps teams identify opportunities for improvement, refine designs, and make informed decisions earlier in development. This can help reduce development cycles and move products toward production more efficiently.
Functional Prototype Support Includes:
- Fit and function evaluation
- Assembly testing
- Performance testing
- Design refinement
- Engineering feedback
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Engineering Builds
Bringing Designs Together Before Production
Engineering builds provide an important step between prototypes and full-scale manufacturing. These builds allow teams to evaluate product designs, manufacturing processes, and assembly requirements before launch.
Velosity’s engineers collaborate with customers during this phase to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure products are ready for production.
Engineering Build Support Includes:
- Early production builds
- Assembly evaluation
- Process refinement
- Design verification support
- Manufacturing feedback
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Design Iterations
Improve Faster Through Rapid Learning Cycles
Successful product development requires the ability to learn and improve quickly. Velosity supports rapid design iterations throughout prototype development by combining engineering expertise with flexible prototyping capabilities.
Our teams help customers evaluate changes, incorporate feedback, and refine designs efficiently to help reduce the development timeline and move products toward production faster.
Design Iteration Support Includes:
- Prototype revisions
- Design optimization
- Engineering collaboration
- Manufacturing feedback
- Performance improvements
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Medical Device Rapid Prototyping?
Medical device rapid prototyping uses CNC and Swiss machining and 3D printing to turn a design into a physical part for evaluation. It gives product development teams a way to test form, fit, and function before committing to full-scale production. Velosity connects rapid prototyping with engineering and manufacturing expertise, helping customers evaluate designs, refine prototypes, and consider production requirements early in the development process.
What Is the Difference Between a 3D-Printed Prototype and a CNC-Machined Prototype?
3D printing is often a practical way to evaluate form and fit early in development, while CNC and Swiss machining can produce functional, production-intent prototypes using production-grade materials and tight tolerances. Velosity offers both methods, helping customers choose the right approach based on their development goals, timeline, and prototype requirements.
How Do I Choose a Medical Device Prototype Manufacturer?
Look for a prototyping partner that understands both product development and manufacturing, not just one-off part production. Velosity’s rapid prototyping capabilities are supported by the same engineering and manufacturing expertise used in production, helping customers evaluate designs, refine prototypes, and consider materials, tolerances, and manufacturing requirements early in development.
How Does Velosity Support Rapid Prototyping for Aerospace and Defense?
Velosity provides rapid prototyping support for aerospace and defense programs where precision, performance, and manufacturability are important. Our CNC and Swiss machining capabilities allow customers to evaluate components and designs before moving into production, while our engineering and manufacturing teams can help address design and manufacturability considerations along the way. This connected approach helps aerospace and defense teams refine designs and prepare prototypes for the next stage of development.
What Happens Between Prototyping and Full Production for a Medical Device?
Between prototyping and full production, medical device programs typically move through design refinement, additional development builds, manufacturing readiness, and production preparation. Velosity supports this transition with engineering, tooling, precision machining, injection molding, assembly, and packaging capabilities, helping customers move from prototype toward production without switching suppliers mid-program.