Product Design & Development
From first concept to production-ready design: ideation, 3D renderings and detailed design specifications.
Glossary · Making the product
Tooling
The custom-made molds and tools that shape a part, such as a steel or aluminum mold for injection-molded plastic. Usually a large upfront cost.
Why it matters for a product launch
Tooling is paid for before production and spread over every unit you make, so it affects both your startup cash and your unit cost.
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