Rapid Prototyping

Maximize efficiency and product quality with Great Lakes Industrial’s rapid prototyping services, where our engineers collaborate with OEMs to test materials, shapes, and functionality before full-scale production.

Extensive capabilities

  • O-rings and molded shapes in a variety of elastomer compounds, including NBR, EPDM, neoprene, silicone, fluorosilicone, FKM, HNBR and FFKM.
  • Wide range of part sizes and compound hardness, ranging from 60–90 durometer based on specific compound.
  • Multiple prototyping methods, including 3D printing, CNC machining and water jet cutting, compression and liquid silicone injection molding.

speed and affordability

Maximize efficiency and product quality with GLI’s rapid prototyping services. Are you looking to test a specific material or shape? Do you require full function testing? Our team of engineers and seal experts work hand-in-hand with OEMs to optimize part design by testing best-fit materials, form and function before full-scale production.

From concept to delivery, GLI offers economical solutions for prototyping, low volume needs and replacement parts. The turnaround is two weeks or less for most orders.

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