Decorating Process Development Lab
 

The Decorating Process Development Lab (PDL) at Trans Tech was created as a cost effective tool for customers to utilize a large number of resources for process development, material testing, employee education and short-run pilot production. The lab provides valuable information about the feasibility of various industrial decorating processes, while providing education and recommendations for full scale production. It is ideal for companies looking at exploring new technologies for product decoration or refreshing their knowledge of established technologies. Additionally, customers utilizing the PDL are connected to a broad network of industry partners representing the best of all aspects of product decorating.

Benefits:

Allows assessment of various industrial decorating technologies such as pad printing, laser marking, and inkjet

Exploration of hybrid decorating technologies combining pad printing, laser, inkjet and other methods for innovative and unique decorative appearances

Development of related secondary processes such as pre-treatment, material handing, part fixturing, post treatments and other related technologies

Rapid prototype part manufacturing capabilities

Testing and verification tools and summary report generation

Shortens the process development cycle and provides valuable information geared toward high volume production solutions

Access to over $1,000,000 of specialized industrial decoration equipment and a team of industry experts. An equipment list is available upon request

Pilot and short run capacity, allowing project growth from proof of concept to production simulation

Educational resource for customer training, employee workshops, or customized events tailored to the customers needs

Proof of concept programs and full scale production equipment recommendations