September 2021

Does your prototype model really need threaded inserts?  There are plenty of good reasons to incorporate threaded inserts like Heli-Coils into your prototype design. They’re great for reinforcing screw threads and transferring forces on soft materials.  But for many applications, standard drilling and tapping can be a more functional and cost-effective solution

In manufacturing, there’s a common assumption that short-run prototypes are exorbitantly expensive because they require lengthy one-time setups. And while this assumption is certainly accurate for many machine shops, it’s simply not the case here at KAD. We’re committed to expediting prototype and production manufacturing for our clients. For short-run prototype