We provide a complete turnkey manufacturing solution, taking your ideas from concept to reality with top-quality services every step of the way. With over 25 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing across multiple countries, we can offer you lower costs without compromising quality. We specialise in low volume orders, enabling you to enter the market with a smaller budget than ever before.
Manufacturing Capabilities
Invention Steps understands that manufacturing can be a complex and challenging stage for inventors. That's why we offer expert manufacturing services to help you navigate this crucial phase with confidence. Our experienced manufacturing specialists have a deep understanding of all the processes required to effectively manufacture any product design, from prototyping to tooling, assembly, and quality control.
We take a customised approach to every project. We work closely with you to understand your specific manufacturing requirements and help you choose the right solution for your needs. Whether you require low-volume or high-volume production, our capabilities enable us to deliver the results you need, manufactured to the highest standards.
Injection Molding- Metal Casting
- Rotational Molding
- Blow Molding
- Compression Molding
- Forging
- Aluminium Extrusion
- Product Sourcing
- Laser Cutting
- Textile Products
- PCB / PCBA - Circuit Board
- Surface Treatment / Coating
- Instruction Manuals
- Product Assembly
- CNC Machining
- Cold Drawn Extrusion
- Metal Stamping
- Sheet Metal Bending
Expert Manufacturing Solutions
We specialise in managing the entire manufacturing journey, collaborating with external factories to transform your designs into reality. From sourcing high-quality suppliers to implementing strict quality control measures, we ensure that every step of the process meets our exacting standards. Our expertise in efficient production management allows us to deliver your projects on time and within budget, without compromising on quality.
Manufacturing Drawings
Streamline your manufacturing process with our comprehensive handover pack, encompassing all your 3D CAD and 2D CAD designs. Our team of skilled mechanical engineers meticulously craft designs that align with manufacturing principles, guaranteeing that each part is tailored to suit the manufacturing process.
With our handover pack, you can confidently transition from design to production, knowing that every detail has been carefully considered. From intricate 3D models to precise 2D drawings, our comprehensive pack ensures that manufacturers have all the necessary information to bring your vision to life efficiently and accurately. Trust our expertise to deliver a seamless handover, setting the stage for a successful manufacturing journey.
Factory / Product Sourcing
We understand the significance of choosing the right manufacturing partner. Our team has over 25 years of experience in manufacturing product and sourcing factories, which enables us to meticulously evaluate potential partners based on their capabilities, past work, and reputation. This decision holds utmost importance as it can considerably affect the triumph of your design project, guaranteeing faultless implementation of your innovative concepts.
We bring valuable insight and expertise with over 25 years of experience in designing new products. As trained engineers and product designers, we work closely with you to ensure that your product turns out exactly the way you envisioned in both design and function. Our product design team works to impress.Chinese Factory Verification
Verifying a factory also allows inventors to establish clear lines of communication with the factory owner and production team, making it easier to stay up to date on production progress, make changes to orders if needed, and resolve any issues that arise.
Working with a verified factory reduces the risk of legal issues such as breach of contract, intellectual property theft, and product liability claims, while also potentially reducing production costs. Most importantly, verifying a factory allows inventors to ensure ethical production practices and adherence to labor standards, which is crucial for protecting brand reputation and avoiding legal issues associated with unethical labor practices.
Dedicated Project Manager
Our Project Managers not only work diligently to ensure a smooth design, prototype and manufacturing process, they constantly work to ensure that your project is running on time and within budget. Using detailed Gantt Charts allows us to be proactive rather than reactive in a process where time and money go hand in hand.
Production Management
With extensive experience in Chinese manufacturing spanning over 25 years, we take great pride in overseeing the entire manufacturing process from start to finish. Our role is to ensure efficient coordination and timely delivery of your projects, allowing you to focus on other crucial aspects of your business. With a deep understanding of the Chinese manufacturing landscape, we confidently handle every intricate step, ensuring a seamless and successful manufacturing journey.
We specialise in resource allocation, timeline optimisation, and effective communication with suppliers and manufacturers. This expertise enables us to deliver your products on time and within budget, without compromising on quality. As your trusted partner in production management, we can navigate the complexities of manufacturing with ease.Design for Manufacture (DFM)
Ensuring your designs are 100% suitable to enter the manufacturing stages each part is subjected to a Design for Manufacture Analysis (DFM).
Having the ability to take a design and anaylys it before you start the manufacture process will considerably reduce your manufacturign reject rate or poor quality parts. The DMF is performed using specific software that monitors the flow rate of plastic/rubber material in the injection molds highlighing issues with cooling and how the product will behave when
Small and Mass Production
We understand the significance of providing flexible production solutions to meet your specific requirements. Whether you need small or large-scale manufacturing, we offer tailored options that cater to your volume needs.
Our custom production services allow you to start with a minimum quantity as low as 100 to 500 units , giving you the opportunity to test the market without committing to mass production. This approach brings several advantages, including reduced freight and storage costs. By minimizing these expenses, you can allocate more resources towards strategic areas like marketing and sales, ensuring a strong market presence for your product.Quality Control
At Invention Steps, our utmost priority is ensuring the quality of our products. Our team meticulously inspects each product during various stages of production to surpass industry standards. We strive for excellence and conduct thorough analyses before initiating the manufacturing process to address any potential issues that may arise. To design products that can be manufactured efficiently and cost-effectively, we use cutting-edge methodologies such as Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
With over 25 years of experience in sourcing factories and manufacturing products, Invention Steps is committed to delivering products of utmost precision and quality. We prioritise addressing challenges early in the design phase and leveraging advanced techniques to foresee and mitigate potential concerns. Through comprehensive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) evaluations, we optimise the production process to ensure your product is crafted efficiently and economically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your manufacturing costs are be going to be dependant on:
- Order Volume (MOQ)
- Material
- Finishing Process (painting, anodising, polishing etc)
- Colour Variation
- Assembly Process
- Packaging Process
Your manufacturing costs are be going to be dependant on:
- Number of Parts in your assembly
- Number of Parts that require molds
- Order Volume (MOQ)
- Material
- Finishing Process (painting, anodising, polishing etc)
- Assembly Process
- Packaging Process
A rough indication of manufacturing leadtimes would be as below
DO YOU HAVE AN INVENTION IDEA?
Invention Steps has over 25 years of Product Design, Manufacturing and Commercialisation experience. We can assist you with taking your idea through all the stages of the development process and mentor you along the way. Better yet, your product always remains 100% your product.