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RAPID
PROTOTYPING

Turn a design question into a physical answer. Choose a manufacturing route for appearance, assembly and functional evaluation.

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Manufacturing reference photograph
Industry reference photography; not a Winston Rapid facility or customer project.
Start with the question

What does your
prototype need to prove?

A presentation model and a load-bearing test part need different manufacturing decisions. Start with your test objective, then choose the process, material and finish.

01 / LOOK

Appearance validation

Evaluate proportions, surface detail and presentation finish before committing to the next design revision.

Explore SLA & resin ↗
02 / FIT

Assembly validation

Check interfaces, clearances and installation. Define critical dimensions and the mating parts involved.

Explore CNC machining ↗
03 / FUNCTION

Functional evaluation

Match the test environment to material behavior. Discuss loads, temperature and any inspection requirements.

Explore functional printing ↗
A practical route

From first model
to a repeatable part.

01

Define the test

Share your CAD, drawing revision, target quantity and test objective.

02

Compare processes

Review printing, machining or sheet metal against geometry and material needs.

03

Evaluate the prototype

Check fit and function against your own acceptance criteria.

04

Refine & repeat

Capture changes in a new revision before planning the next batch.

Next step / production

Validated the design?
Plan your next batch.

When the prototype meets your requirements, explore a production route with agreed revisions and inspection criteria.

Explore Low-Volume Production ↗
Project planning

Prototype with a specific question in mind

Appearance models

Communicate shape, size, color and visible surfaces. Explain whether the prototype is for internal review, photography or a presentation so cosmetic requirements can be agreed.

Fit & assembly checks

Identify mating parts, interfaces and dimensions that need checking. Share assembly context and any off-the-shelf components so the process can be selected around the test.

Functional evaluation

Describe loads, temperature, chemical exposure and expected test duration. Prototype material and process should be selected for the test rather than appearance alone.

Iteration & next steps

Use a clear design revision for each build. Share feedback before the next quotation and identify which features should carry through into a pilot batch.

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Ready for the
next step?

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