Transform Your Concepts into Market-Ready Products​
We take pride in offering exceptional casting and overmoulding services designed to your needs. Our in-house capabilities enable us to create intricate components with varied mechanical properties, allowing your ideas to evolve from functional 3D printed prototypes to market-ready products.
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Key Applications of Our Casting and Overmoulding Service
Custom Polymer Selection and Surface Finish Options
We utilise a comprehensive range of Smooth-On polymers, enabling you to select custom colours and mechanical properties tailored to your specifications. Our service also allows for detailed surface finishes, whether you need a smooth texture for aesthetic appeal or a textured surface for functional purposes, ensuring your designs are brought to life as envisioned.
High Fidelity Prototyping and Injection Moulding Preparation
Our casting and overmoulding processes create high-fidelity prototypes essential for testing and presentation. We also produce parts ready for injection moulding, ensuring a seamless transition into mass production. This dual capability bridges the gap between developing functional prototypes and preparing your products for the market efficiently.
Why Work with Arc Studio Ltd for Casting and Overmoulding?
Choosing Arc Studio Ltd for your laser cutting needs presents numerous advantages that set us apart from the competition:
Full In-House Capability
All of our machinery is located on-site in Glasgow, ensuring a streamlined process from design through to production. This in-house capability allows us to maintain strict quality control and reduce lead times.
Multidisciplinary Expertise
Our lead engineer, with a Master's in Mechatronics Engineering and hands-on experience in medical device design, brings extensive knowledge across mechanical, electrical, and software domains. This unique skill set enables us to tackle complex projects efficiently.
Rapid Iteration and Real Results
We understand the importance of speed in product development. By working collaboratively, we can iterate quickly on designs, providing you with timely feedback and adjustments to meet your goals.
Mission-Driven Approach
At Arc Studio, we are not just focused on profit; we are driven by a mission to create products that have a real-world impact. We pride ourselves on working with innovators and researchers dedicated to making a difference.
Transparent and
​Collaborative Process
Our clients appreciate our commitment to transparency. We involve you in every step of the development process, ensuring clear communication and alignment with your project goals.
Proven Track Record
Our reputation speaks volumes. Voted Startup of the Year by the University of Glasgow in 2024, we have consistently received positive feedback from clients across various sectors, including medicine, veterinary care, and life sciences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What materials does ARC Studio use for casting and overmoulding prototypes?
We primarily use the Smooth-On range of advanced polymers, which offer a wide variety of mechanical properties and finishes. These materials can simulate everything from rigid plastics to soft, rubber-like elastomers, allowing us to produce parts with accurate texture, flexibility, and colour. This makes them ideal for mimicking final products ahead of full-scale manufacturing.
How accurate are cast or overmoulded parts compared to injection-moulded components?
While casting isn't a one-to-one replacement for injection moulding, it offers surprisingly high fidelity. Our process enables fine surface detail, excellent dimensional consistency, and accurate simulation of material properties — making it ideal for functional testing, ergonomic assessment, and stakeholder demonstrations. It's a reliable stepping stone between early prototyping and mass manufacture.
Can ARC Studio colour-match or texture parts using the casting process?
Yes — we can colour-match materials to suit your brand or project specifications, and apply surface finishes that reflect the intended production look and feel. From soft-touch grips to polished finishes, our casting workflow enables aesthetic and functional realism without the upfront cost of tooling.
Is casting or overmoulding a good choice for small batch production or user trials?
Absolutely. Casting and overmoulding are ideal for short production runs, particularly when you need parts that closely resemble final products. This makes them a strong choice for user trials, investor demos, or pre-manufacture testing — all without committing to expensive moulds or long lead times.
Get Started with High-Fidelity Prototyping Using Our Casting and Overmoulding Services
At Arc Studio Ltd, we are passionate about transforming your ideas into tangible products. If you're looking to develop high-fidelity 3D printed prototypes using our casting and overmoulding services, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
