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INVENTORS' FAQ
I have invented a product which requires plastic
parts. Before I can place tooling & production orders for these parts, I
need a small quantity to test market the product. Can I get small quantities
from Matrix Plastics?
You
could, but you should probably try a prototype company first. The reason:
Getting the most for your money.
• In custom molding, the customer purchases parts and the tooling necessary
to mold them. With some molding processes, it is not economical to run small
quantities. After purchasing a tool and parts, you would have made a
significant investment for a relatively small number of parts.
• Our recommendation is you contact a few prototype companies and see if
they can help. You can find them by going to
The Thomas Register of North American Manufacturers and conducting a
keyword search. This is the largest database of North American
manufacturers and distributors. If you would like to use a local company,
you can select your state from a drop-down menu shown on their results page.
I need plastic parts for my product. I want to know
whether they are currently available before I have them custom molded. How
do I find out?
Use
The Thomas Register of North American Manufacturers. This free
searchable database lists most North American manufacturers and their
products. If the product is available off shelf, you should be able to
locate it using their site.
I need to have plastic parts custom molded. I need a
quotation. What is the next step?
The
Want a
Quotation? page details what we need
in order to provide a quotation.
Does Matrix Plastics ever provide financial backing
or purchase a product?
No.
I need help with design. Does Matrix Plastics design
parts?
No. We suggest searching for a design firm which
specializes in plastics.
Links you may find helpful:
The Society of Plastics Engineers
The Society of the Plastics Industry
Modern Plastics
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