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Design and Modelling

modelling
  • Design services and consulting
  • Cost-effective methods of getting an idea to market
  • 3-D modelling from 2-D designs to create a prototype
  • Embossment/relief/lettering
  • Restoration work

Moldmaking

mold making
  • 1, 2 or multiple part molds
  • Molds created from existing models of various materials: clay, plaster; resin; wood; fired ceramics
  • Molds for slip casting, pouring plaster, resin, concrete, rubber
  • Hydraulic press molds
  • Casing—a way to produce numerous molds of the same item cost-effectively

Slip Casting

slipcasting
  • Casting in slip (liquid clay) is an effective way to produce several pieces of the same item from a mold. A cast item is ready for biscuit firing in a kiln
  • Firing and glazing to provide samples
  • Pouring plaster to create plaster pieces