Advice on Prototype...

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brucey

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    Hi
    I'm looking for a individual/company to help me make a prototype of an idea I have. It's nothing hi-tech or complicated engineering!! The product will be made of the similiar sorts of materials found in a childs travel cot - so some kind of nylon (or similiar) netting and material with straps and possibly velcro fastenings. The materials (like a travel cot) would need to be baby/child safe. I have no real experience in this area or of fabric design/properties (so I would need steering on choice of materials etc). I have a VERY rough prototype - but am really looking for help to create something that could actually be manufacturered initially with a short run of <500. Obviously, I would expect an NDA to be signed. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!
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    Anglo-Sino

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    Hi May well be able to help you with this. Please take a look at our website which explains who we are and what we do. If you are interested in taking things further please email NDA to our UK office details on contact us page of the site. Whichever way you go good luck.
     
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    Encantador

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    I have a similar problem, basically I believe that there would be a market for a rlatively simple device in the home.

    It would be made of plastic and would have to connect to mains electricity.

    Ideally, if it`s possible to patent it, make a prototype and then sell the idea to some big players in the market, that`s what i would rather do.

    Anyone know how you find out if something is patentable?
     
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    Flint

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    Encantador said:
    I have a similar problem, basically I believe that there would be a market for a rlatively simple device in the home.

    It would be made of plastic and would have to connect to mains electricity.

    Ideally, if it`s possible to patent it, make a prototype and then sell the idea to some big players in the market, that`s what i would rather do.

    Anyone know how you find out if something is patentable?
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    Basically, something might be patentable if it is not obvious, has a real purpose, can actually be made i.e. doesn't defy the laws of physics, and most importantly - if it hasn't already been patented or already exists. Having said that it doesn't mean it will sell.

    The first thing you should do is see if you can find your idea already - do the Google and also look through some online patent databases. Whatever searching you do, be thorough. Don't be afraid to find your idea altready exists - it will save greater heatbreak later (and maybe money too).
     
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    I am currently working with Anglo Sino on a product I have, they are extremely knowledgeable and very helpful.

    I would definately recommend working with them, the contacts & information they have is priceless.

    Regards

    Craig
     
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    Encantador said:
    I have a similar problem, basically I believe that there would be a market for a rlatively simple device in the home.

    It would be made of plastic and would have to connect to mains electricity.

    Ideally, if it`s possible to patent it, make a prototype and then sell the idea to some big players in the market, that`s what i would rather do.

    Anyone know how you find out if something is patentable?
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    If you want any help please email me on



    Regards

    Craig
     
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    ProductDeveloper

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    Hi Brucey,

    If it's not that complex then and you have already have a rough prototype then its possible you only need the design specs (3D models, Drawings/BoM) to approach manufacturers. You will also be able to send this to different manufacturers and get comparable quotations. I run a freelance product design company Aximo Limited and specialize in engineering/design.…PM me if you like a chat.
     
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