Prototype Manufacturing For Your Invention

So, you have a developed a really great invention and would like to turn your idea into a reality. The first step in this process is to manufacture a prototype. Without the means to manufacture the prototype yourself, you will need to find a manufacturer to do this for you. Take into consideration the complexity of your invention; it may be necessary for you to use a number of manufacturers to complete the prototype.

Contact several prototype manufacturers to discuss what the production may cost you for each of the components that make up your prototype. It is strongly recommended that you enter into a disclosure statement agreement concerning your invention; this agreement will protect you and your invention. The disclosure statement agreement will secure any additions or enhancements that are relevant to your prototype. The disclosure statement agreement will also ensure help from the prototype manufacturing company in the area of patents, unless there is licensing involved. Entering into licensing for your prototype is an option whereby you will delegate full control of the evolution of your prototype to the prototype manufacturing company.

When you have decided which of the prototype manufacturing companies will work on the components for your prototype, it is a good idea to maintain on-going communication during the entire process. Keep tabs on manufacturing competitors to see if there are any new manufacturing developments, which would enhance your product or lower the production cost of your prototype. There is much work involved in the implementation of manufacturing a prototype. A design assistant could help you along the way, especially if you are not trained in engineering or industrial design. You may contact The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) for a complete database of designers who can help you with your prototype manufacturing.