Design and Prototyping

Since December 1992 Composite Resources has become a recognized industry leader in the design, prototyping and manufacture of precision composite solutions. The design and prototyping of composite solutions are crucial steps in the ultimate success of your project.  These steps help validate your idea before we begin production.

Design - Composites are a three dimensional combination of a minimum of two materials that differ in composition or form, with a distinct interface that separates the two component materials. Many composite materials are man-made.  They have been created to attain attributes that cannot be realized by the individual component materials by themselves.  The design process of composites is a complex step.  It requires advanced technology and years of experience with composites to ensure a quality design.  Composite Resources employs various methods, processes and skilled composites expertise to reach a quality design:

The engineering staff at Composite Resources utilizes a number of software programs to design your composite component, including Solidworks, AutoCAD, Cosmos FEA, CompPRO, GC Place, FARO Technology’s CAM2, GEO Magic Studio, Carl Zeiss’s Calypso software, Corel Draw, Adobe Illustrator, to name a few.  These technologies ensure that the final design represent the physical properties and capabilities of the product or part when complete.

Prototyping – Once the design is finalized Composite Resources can create a prototype of the component using any of the following methods:

• 3D Printing (FDM process–Fused Deposition Modeling)
• Laser Cutting
• Gantry Milling
• Model Making
• Hand Lay Up – open mold process, used for prototyping parts of any dimensions
• CNC Machining

Prototypes often are key to the success of your project.  Precise dimensions, movements, fit and general physical characteristics can be evaluated more accurately before moving to production, often saving tremendous time and money.

Many materials are used in the prototyping of composite products such as:

The prototype process may affect the material choice or even change design characteristics.

From the initial concept to design and prototyping, Composite Resources is your one-stop shop for all your composite solution needs. We can meet and exceed every specification of your composite component.  Contact the team at Composite Resources with your product requirements.

Tell us your idea.  Let us validate it through design and prototype development.  Next you’ll be ready for manufacturing.