Developing a new product, component or manufacturing process often requires research across multiple areas before a practical solution can be established.

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AP Precision Supply can support customers with research and development activities, helping investigate technologies, manufacturing methods, materials, suppliers and potential production solutions.

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We can assist from the early stages of an idea or technical challenge through to the development of a practical and manufacturable solution. Where specialist knowledge or capabilities are required, we can research and connect customers with appropriate engineering, manufacturing and technical partners.

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This service can be particularly useful for companies developing new products, investigating alternative manufacturing methods, bringing production in-house or exploring new manufacturing capabilities.

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Support can include:

• Initial concept and requirement review

• Manufacturing feasibility research

• Technology research

• Manufacturing method research

• Material and component sourcing

• Prototype and sample development

• Specialist supplier identification

• Engineering and manufacturing partner sourcing

• Process development

• Transition from prototype towards production