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Materials for medical device prototypes: USP Class VI, ISO 10993 and what the standards actually mean

USP Class VI and ISO 10993 – what the standards mean in practice, which materials meet them, and how to specify the right material for your medical device prototype. A practical guide from Prototype Projects.

Prototype Projects Achieves JOSCAR Accreditation

Prototype Projects has achieved JOSCAR accreditation, the industry-recognised pre-qualification standard used across the defence, aerospace and security sectors.

Prototyping for Medical Device Development: Choosing the Right Process

CNC machining, SLA, micro 3D printing or injection moulding – which process is right for your medical device prototype? A practical guide for engineers working across concept, functional testing and clinical validation.

Bringing a Sustainable Water Solution to Life: Ahbstra ARK

Ahbstra's ARK presents a compelling solution to a real infrastructure challenge, particularly in environments where water is scarce. Our role was to turn a digital concept into a tangible model that could support that story.

From prototype to pilot production: managing the transition for medical devices

Moving a medical device from prototype to pilot production is one of the most risk-laden transitions in development. A practical guide to managing the process selection, tooling and quality decisions that determine whether the transition goes smoothly.

We’re Exhibiting at Hardware Pioneers Max 2026

Prototype Projects will be exhibiting at Hardware Pioneers Max 2026, taking place at Excel London on 10-11 June 2026. You’ll find us on Stand A13.

Vacuum Casting for Prototypes: What It Is, How It Works, and When to Use It

Discover how vacuum casting works, its benefits for prototype and low-volume parts, material options, and how it compares to 3D printing and injection moulding. Expert guide from Prototype Projects.

Why inspection matters in aerospace prototyping – and what to ask your supplier

Dimensional inspection and inspection reports for aerospace and defence prototypes — why it matters, what to ask your supplier, and how we support quality assurance at the prototype stage.

Aluminium for aerospace prototypes: choosing between 6082 and 7075

Choosing between aluminium 6082 and 7075 for aerospace or defence prototyping? This guide covers strength, weight, machinability and cost — so you can specify the right grade for your application.

Micro 3D Printing: When Standard Resolution Simply Isn't Enough

Discover how micro 3D printing works, what feature sizes are achievable, which materials are available, and where it outperforms standard SLA and DLP. A practical guide from Prototype Projects.

Prototyping for aerospace and defence: choosing the right process for your parts

CNC machining, SLS, SLA or vacuum casting — which process is right for your aerospace or defence prototype? A practical guide for engineers working on structural, functional and evaluation parts.

SLA 3D Printing: A Practical Guide to Surface Finish, Materials and Applications

A practical guide to stereolithography (SLA) for engineers and designers. Learn how the process works, which materials to choose, and how post-processing unlocks the best surface finish.