BUSINESS NEED

UStec wanted to get a product to market which would sell, be easy to build, and represent all the quality aspects the company stood for. This was all done with an aggressive program launch schedule.

DECISION-MAKING PROCESS

UStec used a risk management process to decide that RP was the correct move. It was crucial to get the right product to market without spending a lot of money only to see the product fail.

SOLUTION

SLA was chosen for its flexibility in materials, as well as the fine level of detail the designs required.

RESULTS

Thanks to the SLA prototype, UStec realized that an additional part was needed to solve the problem. Through early market feedback, it also learned the design could be made simpler. Once revised, additional early market research proved that the prototype was on the mark. The final molded part acted practically identical to the RP model.

RP got UStec to market with far more confidence. The designs were proven. There was no doubt that the parts would fit. The assemblies were proven and designed with manufacturing in mind. With the prototype, UStec was able to market the product to the eventual customer before the actual product was completed.

UStec ON WORKING WITH DPT

“DPT offered extremely fast turns, finished parts ready for a show when needed and a friendly atmosphere that was willing to go the extra mile to serve our needs. DPT was willing to open early and stay late when needed to accommodate our schedule. The parts sourced with DPT have been delivered when promised or earlier.”