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3 Reasons Inventors Choose Testrite To Help Bring Their Idea to Life

3 Reasons Inventors Choose Testrite To Help Bring Their Idea to Life

 
The year 2020, with its many challenges, provided fertile fuel for inventors and innovators.  Since Testrite was built on innovation, it only makes sense that we are the go to source for individuals and professionals who want to bring their ideas to life.  
 
In 2020, Testrite worked with dozens of inventors to take their idea from a concept and drawing to a real product that they could pitch to crowdfunding campaigns and angel investors.   A good idea is just that – an idea. Creating a prototype of your brainchild is an important part of the process. It’s that point when your hopes, dreams, planning and research become a physical reality. 
 
Our team of engineers, prototype fabricators, and volume production managers make us an ideal fit whether you’re just starting your journey or have an established design and are looking for a production metal manufacturer.   
 
Testrite can take your pencil sketch or CAD drawing, provide a quick quote on prototypes and production, and often ship samples in days. With Testrite’s US manufacturing, you can bring new products to the market quickly, with US sales, engineering, AND production all located in Hackensack, NJ.  
 
Read on to understand the types of products we’ve helped bring to life in 2020 and for details on our in-house, US-based engineering, prototype and production services that can move the needle on your innovation, and why these services can help you get the funding you require to bring it to market.    

1. Patents, Prototypes & Products

 While statistics for 2020 aren’t yet available, in 2019 a record 330,530 patents were granted in the U.S., and this trend shows no signs of slowing.  
 
After 102 years in the industry of hardware innovation and production, it is no surprise that dozens of these patent seekers sought out Testrite’s expertise in 2020 to bring their idea to life.  
 
Throughout the year, we helped create prototypes for and worked with inventors on products that include:
 
·         Equipment for hunting
·         Sporting Equipment with an automation component
·         Animal feeding
·         Farm maintenance equipment
·         Internet of Things Agricultural equipment
·         Internet of Things Livestock & Animal Husbandry (A customized hardware solution for agricultural animal tracking to upload data to the cloud)
·         Medical rescue equipment
·         Hand sanitizer dispenser stands 
·         Telescopic IV poles and stands 
·         Ultrasound mounts / poles
·         Telescopic table legs
 
Not all of the products granted patents will succeed, which is why working with Testrite can be of a considerable advantage.   A Prototyping model helps demonstrate the technical feasibility, stability integrity and design requirement of the concept.  
 
Prototypes can cost hundreds, if not thousands, of dollars.  With Testrite, we have an affordable prototype process that can bring your idea to life in days - not weeks - and you can get a functional prototype oftentimes for less than $200! Prototype cost does vary based on the level of complexity and setups involved.
 
The national average cost for a patent alone is $8,800 so it pays to invest in a prototype.  The Inventors we work with at Testrite, engage our prototype services prior to and after the patent process is complete, and to make iterations during production - which is why small batch production runs can be so valuable to inventors.  Additional prototypes may be needed to fine tune the design before going to full scale production and market launch.  

2.  The US Made Advantage 

When you are bringing a new product to life there are sources overseas, but are they really the ideal fit? When factoring in communication delays, communication mishaps which are inevitable, shipping delays, the difficulties of making changes, and the amount of cash a container load of product will tie up, a US Source makes a lot of sense for many projects and applications. 
 
Testrite is located right here in the United States.  And we do not just have an office in the United States, our state of the art 100,000+ square foot rapid manufacturing and production facility is located here too.   At Testrite, we offer both custom and standard hardware solution which means that we are uniquely suited to meet the custom requirements of new product designs from inventors.  
 
Being US based and highly flexible has its advantages for you, the inventor/product developer. 
 
·         You don’t have to buy a container full of product – for many products 25 is a reasonable economic quantity
 
·         The smaller quantity threshold means you can make improvements and optimizations without spending so much of your capital
 
·         Save time – you won’t have to wait for your prototype to sail the seas – we’re right here in New Jersey
 
·         Quick lead times on custom products - production runs typically ship within 1-2 weeks
 
·         Mitigate intellectual property risk for your confidential designs
 
·         Our in-house engineering team is here to help you with no engineering fees - keep in mind this also means you are responsible for developing your idea. 
 
Testrite supports your innovative efforts by offering affordable prototype services that make things both fast and easy along with many other benefits. 
 

3. The Right Tools For the Right Funding

When you are trying to develop a tangible product, having a prototype can dramatically improve your odds of acquiring the capital you need from angel investors and crowd funding campaigns to support market penetration and business scalability.   We can help you position your product perfectly for both angel investors and crowdsourcing platforms. Design is just the first step. 

Angel Investors

An angel investor is an individual who provides capital for a business start-up, usually in exchange for convertible debt or ownership equity. Angel investors usually give support to start-ups at the initial moments and when most investors are not prepared to back them.  Finding them is not always easy, but Testrite can help by giving you the right tools for your pitch. 
 
You see, angel investors aren’t looking for products still in the idea stage. They are interested in a business that has already proven the viability of a product, and perhaps even sold some.
 
When you’re at the prototype stage, these things are an impossibility, but because we have an outstanding reputation and over a century of experience, we can provide details and technical and manufacturing back-up for your product to help bring in angel funds.
 
Presenting your speculative ideas, research and early development phases won’t appeal to these investors, so if you’re still working on prototype development, crowdfunding is a great alternative, and we can help with that, too. 

Crowdfunding 

Unlike angel investors, crowdfunding is the practice of funding a project or venture by raising small amounts of money from a large number of people, typically via the Internet. Crowdfunding is a form of crowdsourcing and alternative finance. Billions of dollars have been raised in the last five years thanks to effective crowdfunding campaigns around the world.  Just like the process of acquiring angel investors, you need to have the right tools to sell your idea. 
The right tools include a prototype that helps demonstrate the integrity of your design.  You can’t raise funds for something if you don’t know how much it’s going to cost to produce, or if what you want to do is even possible. This highlights the importance of prototypes, and with our engineering team, you can tweak and iterate until you have exactly what you need to show your product to perfection.
 
Testrite has helped manufacture products for crowdfunded projects. Unlike vaporware which may never materialize, with Testrite you can have a sample in days and know that with a production order you can take delivery typically in 1-2 weeks, eliminating a whole category of risks from your project.

How to Design Your Invention with Testrite

We make prototyping and manufacturing a simple process:
 
1. Submit an RFQ - Provide a drawing and any details you have showing what you would like Testrite to manufacture. Ideally list out what’s critical and where you’re flexible
 
2. Receive and review quote - If your project appears straightforward, we will turn around a quote in 1-2 business days. Review it in detail. If something doesn’t make sense or the pricing won’t work for your project, let us know so we can discuss.
 
3. Talk to a design specialist about your project. If the initial quote didn’t meet your needs or if we have questions, we’ll jump on a quick 15 minute call to better understand what you’re trying to accomplish and offer practical advice.
 
4. Order a prototype. This is the exciting part, where you get to see the first-born fruit of your labors. We recommend getting a physical sample to test early so you can see what’s really critical and what’s just a nice to have.
 
5. Review your prototype and modify it if necessary. Sometimes prototypes spark additional ideas that can improve the final product. Send us a consolidated set of changes and we’ll re-quote.
 
6. Order your first production run. When you’re comfortable the specifications are right, place your first order. Our minimums are typically very low so you can order a small initial run and quickly fulfill orders with customers, gathering feedback.
 
7. Our logistics department starts shipping. Packaging, kitting, and drop shipping are all available for full logistical support.

Need OEM Manufacturing? We’ve Got You Covered

We’ve been doing OEM manufacturing since our inception. With our fast, affordable prototyping and rapid production, you’ll be able to quickly test your part and move into production quickly. 

The One Stop Solution

Testrite is proud to offer engineering support, rapid prototype solutions and production on both small and large volume orders. With quick turnaround, quick shipping, and great, U.S. based customer service. See all the benefits and submit your prototype order today.  We’d love to help you bring your new idea to life quickly and affordably. 
 

Testrite Introduces Vaccine Distribution Support Products

 

                      

 

Testrite Introduces Vaccine Distribution Support Products 

Hackensack, NJ USA - The COVID19 vaccine could be the largest vaccination effort in U.S. history.  A nationwide roll out of the vaccines from Pfizer and Maderma is already underway. To assist with these efforts, Testrite Visual has launched its line of vaccine hardware and signage solutions.  Products include:

• Vaccination booths - Fabric Media https://www.testrite.com/products/vaccine-signage/vaccine-signage/vaccine-booths/vaccine-booths
• Privacy booths - For rigid media  https://www.testrite.com/misc/products/index.php/?source=vaccine-signage/vaccine-signage/skyscraper-mountstrade/skyscraper-mounts/ 
• Enhanced Educational Hardware and Signage Solutions  https://www.testrite.com/misc/products/index.php/?source=vaccine-signage/ 

These solutions will play a role in educating patients and the community at large about the vaccine, vaccine distribution and how to prepare for inoculation; to make it easy to organize existing and retrofitted healthcare spaces; and to comply with required patient privacy regulations, even when services are provided off site.  

As an added benefit, customization is available for all Testrite products, a valuable benefit right now, especially for hospitals and clinics working to retrofit community spaces like schools, gymnasiums and town halls. The brand recognition of a hospital logo on hardware and signage can help instill trust with consumers.   

In the weeks and months ahead, and until we emerge from this pandemic, Testrite will continue to offer its extensive selection of COVID19 response products to help businesses comply with CDC guidelines.

Purchasing Information

Shop or browse products online https://www.testrite.com/misc/products/index.php/?source=vaccine-signage/ or contact Testrite Visual Directly.  Testrite is always US made, which means we can provide quicker lead times at very competitive prices.  

About Testrite

Testrite is a family-owned and operated manufacturing company based in Hackensack, New Jersey. As an original equipment manufacturer since 1919, we put engineering value into everything we make. Our cost-effective, domestic manufacturing means shorter, “greener” solutions that offer flexibility for customization with quick nationwide shipping. Volume discounts are available. To learn more about Testrite, our products, custom solutions, or to get a free, no-obligation quote online, visit https://www.testrite.com/. Contact Testrite via email at customerservice@testrite.com or call (888) 873-2735 (Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST). Testrite will assist you in finding the right product for your needs.



 

 

 

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Testrite Inventions Endure for Over a Century - Rich 100 + Year History includes the birth of the Aluminum Easel

Of the many products Testrite has innovated and perfected over the last 100 years, one of the proudest is our heritage as the inventors of the aluminum easel.  

 

In the 1950s Testrite was an American manufacturer of photographic enlargers and camera tripods for the likes of Montgomery Ward, Sears, and S and H Green Stamps.  But in the 1960s, our company founder Herman Neuwirth —an innovator whose imagination, ingenuity, and attention to detail remain at the heart of Testrite today -- developed a new design concept for the everyday easel, a design that would make it lighter and more durable.

 

In truth, it  was his love for oil painting that first inspired him to redesign the traditional wooden easel.  Much like tennis rackets, easels heretofore had all been made out of wood.  Herman sensed that aluminum would work better for portable stands and worked with the Aluminum Company of America to configure their initial constructions.  Herm was rite - aluminum doesn ’t warp and crack like wood.  

 

The original Stanrite line of portable Plein Aire Aluminum Easels were born, and was quickly followed by several other patented models.  They featured strength and portability advantages that wooden artist easels did not have.  

 

Aluminum has strength, weight, and dimensional reliability advantages that wooden easels did not have.  Since then, for 50 + years, artists have been relying on Stanrite easels.  In the Art Material industry Testrite was also known for manufacturing Opaque Projectors Light and Tracing boxes, Brayers, Studio Light kits as well as the Plein Aire, Tabletop, Watercolor and Studio easels.

 

For generations, artists have relied on our aluminum easels, light boxes, and opaque projectors. Aluminum easels turned out to be a product that not only benefits artists, but also event planners, business owners, and teachers, too.

 

 

 

In the 1970s Testrite developed telescopic aluminum school and flipchart easels.  Flipchart aluminum easels became a huge hit in the growing office products and direct sales markets.  With Testrite selling upwards of 10,000 units per week for many years, the Company still took time to develop other educational and visual presentation products which were to become very important in succeeding years.

 

Over a six decades later, Testrite remains an industry leader. Our expertly-crafted, American-made easels in aluminum, steel, and other strong, reliable materials are truly products that stand the test of time.

Custom Easels by Testrite Stand the Test of Time

Why Choose Aluminum Easels?

 

While Testrite produces high quality easels in steel as well, there was a reason our founder invented the aluminum easel —and a reason why we continue making aluminum easels today.

 

Aluminum easels are preferred over wooden easels for dozens of reasons, ranging from ease of handling to longevity.

 

Here are a few key reasons customers choose aluminum easels —and especially Testrite custom easels —over any other brand:

 

Better handling

Aluminum easels are lightweight, making them extremely portable, easy, and convenient for anyone who needs to carry them regularly from location to location. Testrite ’s custom easels are unique, however, in their stability. Where competitors ’and imports ’wobble or bend, Testrite easels hold steady wherever you need them. Better yet, they are easy to store in small spaces.

 

Strength and longevity

Aluminum lasts. Wood, however,  is easily subject to rot, wear, and tear, especially when exposed to the elements. Testrite only sources the most reliable, highest quality  materials, and aluminum is no exception. With a Testrite custom tripod easel, retail easel, or vestibule sign holder, you can feel comfortable using your easel wherever necessary. You don ’t need to worry about the impact on its stability or longevity.

 

Eco-friendliness

Eco-conscious customers choose aluminum easels by Testrite. Why? Testrite products are made in the USA, which drastically reduces the carbon footprint compared to imported products. The aluminum in our easels is fully recyclable. Additionally,  it takes less energy to recycle aluminum than it does to make it in the first place  and 75% of all the aluminum ever manufactured is still in circulation.  Meeting your needs and your expectations is yet another reason Testrite continues to lead the way in custom easels.

The Best Easels for Conventions, Presentations, and Tables

 

Easels today still serve an important signing function –and Testrite still makes the best ones.  They are portable and are designed with the user in mind.

 

Whether using an easel to deliver a lecture, a portable presentation, displaying directional signage in a facility or an office, or as Herman loved –painting - please know you can still count on our continuing mission to provide quality and value.

 

With more than 10 custom easel categories  featuring dozens of styles and colors, customers looking for the best easels for conventions, presentations, and tables always choose Testrite.

 

Choice

Testrite custom easels aren ’t limited to their function alone. Customers can choose easels based on both style and function, from table easels that are simple yet adjustable, to multi-leveled easels that make it easy to display entire categories of graphics, as well as floor easels that look great in even the most elegant hotels. Customers aren ’t limited to aluminum either: Testrite ’s collection of steel easels are equally reliable and easy to use.

 

Here are just a few of the convention and presentation easels you ’ll find at Testrite:

 

• Elegant baroque easels
• Easels specifically for hotels and conventions
• Gallery exhibit and wall stands
• Print racks
• Adjustable table easels
• Flip chart easels
• Steel easels

 

Like all of Testrite ’s easels, our convention and presentation easels also come in a variety of colors, including black, gold, brass, and in quantity custom colors are available.

 

Simplicity

Testrite custom easels are remarkably simple to maintain, store, and use. High-quality American craftsmanship means customers should expect a product that lasts, without wobbling and catching, or being too bulky and heavy to transport.

Custom Easels for Business and Retail

 

Testrite wins customers by making products you can count on. We make sure our products will stand the test of time: because you ’re in it for the long haul, and you need tools that are, too.

 

Retail business owners use our convention and presentation easels again and again for retail easels and vestibule sign holders that won ’t just guide their shoppers ’journeys, but that are strong enough to hold everything from stacks of fliers to merchandise, and that are both long-lasting and great looking. Every easel is lightweight and convenient to transport without being cheap or fragile, and most come in colors that can match your branding or design.

 

The greatest testament to the quality of Testrite easels is seeing them in use for years at retail establishments, looking nearly as good as they did the day they arrived.

 

Testrite: Building Relationships that Last

 

One the strongest legacies Herman left behind is that he believed people should be able to expect more from the businesses they trusted to serve them. This meant creating products that stood the test of time.

 

The Company knows that there is great demand for its core competencies; telescopic tubes in satin aluminum finishes, for the visual merchandise display and related industries.  

 

To take advantage of these opportunities, Testrite has developed a full range of visual display products from integrated exhibit systems, to banner stands, pop-ups, sign frames, hanging sign and poster holders –that can be efficiently customized and synthesized in a program for Brands, Retailers and those companies helping to empower them.  Testrite offers full logistical rollout support.

 

Many Testrite customers have stuck with us for decades, for much more than just our easels: Every product we make is backed by a team of professionals that enjoys working with people, exceeding expectations, and making everyday products better than they were the day before.

 

The next time you need a high-quality aluminum custom easel for your convention, presentation, your business, a special display, or another important event, choose Testrite first. Click here  to contact us today!

 

 

Testrite Home Design Introduces SideBAR The Ultimate Side Table

Stronger Universal Automatic Sanitizer Stand

Harmony Banner Stands - Upgrade Your Visual Footprint

A new division of Testrite, Testrite HOME designs

Is proud to introduce SideBAR! The Ultimate side table, SideBar is perfect Outdoors by your fit pit, on your front porch, or in your living room holding your popcorn for movie night.
All metal construction means SideBar is built to last. US Designed, Engineered and Made in USA. We painstakingly designed the ultimate side table for ourselves, and now we're offering it to you.
SideBar holds your drinks, plates, and bowls in style. Lightweight (11 lbs), you'll find yourself bringing it with you.

Want the ultimate setup? Add the optional Tablet Holder to hold your phone/tablet above your drinks to enjoy watching live sports, movies, or Say Yes to the Dress while enjoying your drinks and snacks in comfort.

Currently available in Black. Additional colors launching soon!
Consumers interested in purchasing can visit www.TestriteHomeDesigns.com . Retailers and resellers interested in selling SideBar are encouraged to reach out to a member of our sales team. Custom colors and custom variations are available in quantities of 1000+.

Testrite Expands Team To Provide Telescopic Tubing for Advanced Engineered Applications

Testrite Expands Team To Provide Telescopic Tubing for Advanced Engineered Applications
 
Hackensack, NJ — Always adapting to the ever-changing needs of clients, Testrite Instrument Company, the leader in Custom Telescopic Tubing Manufacturing is actively increasing its work with engineers to develop custom hardware solutions and has expanded its team to meet the growing need for advanced engineered applications.
 
Testrite has bolstered its engineering team to support these custom designs with dedicated resources. This expanded in-house team allows Testrite to provide faster, high-quality solutions completed entirely within the U.S., leading to quick turnaround times and the ability to offer customizable solutions.
 
“Custom solutions are the lifeblood of our organization,” Testrite President Jeffrey Rubin said. “So many companies import. We are a true U.S.-made manufacturing company, and we understand the unique needs of our customer groups. Customers can expect timely replies for quotes and prototypes in days.”
 
More than half of Testrite’s business consists of custom products, meaning the company has significant experience handling individual requests and understanding each customer’s needs. Custom applications Testrite has developed telescoping tubing for include:
 

• Air safety sensor stands / Air quality detection stands
• Tree limb cutting tubes
• Medical device stands
• Emergency medical rescue tubing 
• Hunting equipment and related items
• Church banners / religious banners
• Internet of things stands / telescoping poles for connected sensors
• Fire exit testing poles
• And much much more!

 
Testrite is an integrated metal manufacturer with in-house capabilities including wire forming, automatic screw machining, mitering, welding, tube bending and tool and die manufacturing.
 
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Testrite is an American-based and American-made manufacturing company in Hackensack, New Jersey. Engineering value into everything they manufacture, their cost-effective, domestic manufacturing means shorter and “greener” solutions with flexibility for customization, quick nationwide shipping and volume discounts available. Testrite offers free, no-obligation quotes on its website. To learn more about Testrite, the available visual products, or the custom solutions process, visit https://www.testrite.com/. Testrite will assist you in finding the right product. Contact Testrite via email at customerservice@testrite.com or call (888) 873-2735 (Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST).