How to get from Point A to Point C
JBSurfs
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So, I`ve had the idea. Done. Now I`ve done the research, and I have built a prototype. How do I go from this step to having something finished to sell?
My problem is I have a working prototype, but it really should be built out of some different materials in places, or maybe there are some changes that would make it better. I keep thinking of the 3M commercial where they say we don`t make the products you buy, we make the products you buy better.
Is this the point where I need to use a development company? And how much will that cost me? Or should I just try to continue myself? Here`s an example of a problem. I am using a piece of wood in place of what probably should be an injection mold plastic. I just don`t want to go bankrupt trying to get this marketable. Maybe I just don`t know the suppliers that can make custom pieces at a cheap low rate.
Also, if I follow my dream, it`s not to sell the idea to another company, it`s to own the company myself. Thanks.
My problem is I have a working prototype, but it really should be built out of some different materials in places, or maybe there are some changes that would make it better. I keep thinking of the 3M commercial where they say we don`t make the products you buy, we make the products you buy better.
Is this the point where I need to use a development company? And how much will that cost me? Or should I just try to continue myself? Here`s an example of a problem. I am using a piece of wood in place of what probably should be an injection mold plastic. I just don`t want to go bankrupt trying to get this marketable. Maybe I just don`t know the suppliers that can make custom pieces at a cheap low rate.
Also, if I follow my dream, it`s not to sell the idea to another company, it`s to own the company myself. Thanks.
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GrillCharmer5/19/2009 2:14 PM
Congratulations on your prototype.
Molding one plastic part is not practical. You may consider machining a part from solid delrin.
Delrin is plastic that is often referred to as a poor man`s nylon.
I have over 20 years experience developing prototypes and would enjoy discussing this project with you.