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Paint can be applied to most plastic and metal parts. We can customize the paint to match specific colors and finishes (Pantone color, VDI texture, soft touch, pearl effect, and more). Additional costs will be added for special painting effects such as fading and speckling.

Laser etching can be done on various materials such as plastic, metal, and rubber to create a deboss logo/pattern and more. Due to the laser etching power, colors are limited in this process.

Screen printing process can be used to print texts, logos, and more on flat or curved (limited to the degree of curvature) surfaces along with the specified coloring and finishes stated per the submitted (.ai) file.

Pad printing process can be used to print texts, logos, and more on flat or high curvature surfaces along with the specified coloring and finishes stated per the submitted (.ai) file. The thinnest acceptable width is approximately 0.05mm. Lead time for Pad printing will be longer compared to Screen printing.

 Anodizing can be applied to aluminum. Certain colors, such as Pantone and Okuno, and finishes, such as hairline and sandblast effects, can be specifically customized. Additional costs will be added for color development and special effects such as dual anodizing.

Stainless Steel and Titanium can be applied on thin structure designs due to their high strength and rigidity. By using our high-precision CNC machines, we can process these high hardness metals. Customization of color and finish can be achieved through the usage of our finishing process. Colors and finishes include Pantone, gloss, matte, sandblast finishing, hairline effects, and more.

Application of PVD can be used on stainless steel, titanium, or conductive layers of plastic. Multiple coloring and finishing options are available such as color level variations of black, silver, and matte/gloss effects.

Sputter can be applied to plastic parts, such as acrylic and polycarbonate, to achieve the metalized effect. Multiple color options and finishes are available which include variations of metallic colors and gloss/matte effects.

Plating is a surface covering process in which a metal, such as gold, nickel,  and copper, is deposited onto a conductive surface, resulting in a chrome effect appearance.

Fabric for various degrees of colors and textures can be wrapped on models. Application of bonding through stitching or gluing process can be selected to achieve a seamless effect. The addition of graphics and texts through printing, heat pressing, and embroidering are also available.

We can source leather for various degrees of colors and textures. Application of bonding through stitching or gluing process or leather edge oiling can be selected. The addition of graphics and texts onto leather surfaces can be done through printing and heat press processing.

Silicone and PU rubber can be used to cast models into different hardness with options to customize colors. Additional costs will be applied if over-mold is required during the model-making process.

Over-mold processing can combine soft materials with other materials to achieve a seamless effect. From a mechanical point of view, this process can help achieve better strength and performance.

CNC Machine patterns like stripe and knurled can be used on various plastics and metals. However, width and depth can limit the patterning process. Suggestions are offered per provided pattern in CAD. Assistance in building patterns into a CAD per photo that is submitted can be performed for an additional cost.

Chemical etching on a metal material can be used to create a deboss or emboss logo/pattern and more. The etched areas will have a satin finish, whereas the un-etched areas will have a polished finish.

Different visual patterns for LED lighting effects include basic on/off, breathing, color change, and more. Various control mechanics can be selected from basic button activation of LED to advanced settings using magnets, cable, and remote app control. The cost differentiation for this process will be dependent on the lighting complexity.

We can implement hinge mechanisms into a model if the desired movement of the model is defined. The cost differentiation for this process will be dependent on the level of complexity.

We can implement sliding mechanisms into a model if the desired sliding movement of the model is defined. The cost differentiation for this process will be dependent on the level of complexity.

Model parts can be designed with various exchange features that can be interchangeable with different geometric or CMF parts. The interchanging function can be achieved through the usage of screws, magnets, and more.

The Push-push mechanism operates through a single click or push button. This trigger will lead to a mechanical function such as opening a door or a key popping outwards. We can implement push-push mechanisms into a model if the desired sliding movement of the model is defined. The cost differentiation for this process will be dependent on the level of complexity.

Electric motor can be applied to the model. Specific programming can be done to achieve different propulsion and movement.

All parts have mechanical structure and require tapping for assembly with other parts.

Assembly electronic components (PCBA, motor, LCD display etc.) to build full function prototype.