Alumilite refered us to another caster. Here's the exchange thus far. Standard info forwarded to him.

Mr. Barber,

Alumilite referred me to you regarding your “button” project. I am a design engineer with extensive experience in rapid prototyping, stereolithography and urethane castings. Visit my web site to see my model RR product line. I also do a lot of custom casting work for other manufacturers.

I am interested in producing your parts but I need some information to work with, such as:

Order quantity
Delivery per month
Part color(s)
Does the clear acrylic plate need to be cast?

I will consider purchasing a spin casting machine if this project warrants. Currently, I produce parts up to 10” wide x 16” long in my pressure tanks. I also make parts using the vacuum process (flat castings). Depending on order quantity, your parts may or may not justify installing a spin caster … I may be able to pressure cast them to meet your schedule.

Regards,

Jim King
Smoky Mountain Model Works, Inc.
35 Springwood Drive
Asheville, NC 28805
www.smokymountainmodelworks.com

No news from the other casters but will contact them again on Friday to bump the project for them.