Random thoughts thread

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by 7thgear

lets say i have an idea for a product

lets say i even have schematics for a product

what is generally the next step in manufacture, lets say i want to buil 1000 units of whatever it is, what are the buzz words i should use to find these other companies that would build whatever it is that i want them to build?

What type of manufacturing?

You can look for a local 'job shop' for machined/fabricated stuff, but depending on how big/precise/complicated your stuff is you would really need to verify that they have the capabilities to do it to your requirements as well as the capacity to fulfill your order in a timely manner.

There are also industry-specific 'private label' manufacturers that specialize in making certain types of products that you can just bring a rough idea to, and they will design, engineer and manufacture to your requirements.

Just make sure you pay attention to their confidentiality and intellectual property policies.

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

Yeah, I remember that. I'm saying I've only seen one enter production. Most end-users are cheap ebay parts type guys, they don't want to pay for 321SS.

Given Nameless' timelines, that probably is a production header. Next week. Next month. Next year...

[7thgear]

Originally Posted by Dimman

What type of manufacturing?

a small device made from either molded plastic or cnc metal with small servo parts.

kind of like what would go into an RC-car but for a completly different applciation.

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by 7thgear

a small device made from either molded plastic or cnc metal with small servo parts.

kind of like what would go into an RC-car but for a completly different applciation.

Device, as in an assembly? Multiple parts? Different materials?

What size, strength requirements, precision, detail level etc...

These affect your material and methods choices.

Something small, detailed, but not needing to be strong could be injection molded in plastic or die cast in zinc. Temperature requirements would decide between metal or plastic.

How long to machine, how much money does a die setup cost?

If it needs to be stronger, CNC or cast aluminum. Will it be exposed to elements? Anodized aluminum, or cast stainless steel. How nasty is the environment? Better stainless grade or titanium. Etc, etc...

The ending requirements change who you need to find to make it.

[7thgear]

yep, all these things are up in my head right now

so do we have any 'private label' companies in Canada? I have a feeling that i'll need to go direclty to one of em.

[FnFast]

Almond milk is actually made from Almonds. I thought it was just milk with almond oil for flavoring. Mind Blown!

[Dimman]

Originally Posted by 7thgear

yep, all these things are up in my head right now

so do we have any 'private label' companies in Canada? I have a feeling that i'll need to go direclty to one of em.

Which industry? That's the private label issue.

I can get watches made in Switzerland to my design, because there is a shit ton of watchmaking in Switzerland. Canada not so much.

You are probably better off in Ontario, but if it's a complete assembly you may have to find specialist suppliers of each component and put it together yourself.

For example, our company needed a 'not available' stroke length and piston bore diameter air cylinder. We talked to our supplier, SMC and they just made it for us. There is a degree of modifications and changes available for off the shelf parts, and it's easier when you are talking ~1000 unit runs.

Most companies will also supply CAD files of their stuff so you can play with it virtually to see if you can make it work with your design.

Pick up or download an industrial supply catalogue www.ReidSupply.com (I have their hard copy), then look for the stuff that is closest to what you need and contact the manufacturers directly to see what they can do for you.

[SVTSHC]

Originally Posted by OrbitalEllipses

I only know one 321SS EJ turbo manifold and it is pricey - very well done, but very pricey.

http://www.killerbmotorsport.com/index_files/Header.htm

They take paypal, so all I see is BillMeLater +

for a month or two and that Manifold can be had

[RurumariGhost]

Originally Posted by 7thgear

a small device made from either molded plastic or cnc metal with small servo parts.

kind of like what would go into an RC-car but for a completly different applciation.

try looking up 3d printing services online if you're only looking for prototyping, also works for production runs. that is if they can meet your specs

[ProTekk]

Installed Borla UEL headers last night and sitting at Prime Motoring right now waiting to get tuned

[SVTSHC]

So glad that on my very drunk Saturday night, I was cognizant enough to hail a taxi to 53rd and 6th and buy two combination trays. Lunch today was sooooo guuuuuuud


If you haven't been, you need to go.

[sklimo]

Originally Posted by ProTekk

Installed Borla UEL headers last night and sitting at Prime Motoring right now waiting to get tuned

Tell them Steve said to hurry the fuck up LMAO!!!!!!!!!

[ichitaka05]

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[M-17]

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