Prototype and See

By HLH Rapid

Prototype and See is a podcast produced by HLH Rapid, hosted by Co-founder and Director James Murphy. Hear from designers, engineers and veterans in some of the world's most innovative companies as th... more

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The podcast currently has 12 episodes available.

Prototype and See episodes:

September 16, 2025 PolyMorphic Shape-Shifting Moulds – 14x Faster Than 3D Printing
Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qmA0WHz7W0
00:00 Intro
00:27 Polymorphic Moulding - An Original, New Way of Manufacturing
04:37 Don't Compete. Make New Categories
05:30 Lots of People Have Failed to do This. Why?
09:25 Polymorphic Moulding vs More Traditional Moulding vs 3D Printing
14:47 Challenges of Innovating in the UK vs USA vs China
19:54 Localized Production and Tariff Wars
24:27 Polymorphic Moulding's Super Simple Software
25:54 What UK Manufacturers Can Learn Form China Manufacturers
31:55 Josh's Tips for Startups
34:41 What's Next for Fyous?

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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37min
April 29, 2024Ep 10. Founding Story of HLH Rapid and HLH Prototypes
Over the years, HLH has grown into one of the leading global manufacturers of prototypes, CNC machined parts, and rapid production solutions. The company specializes in delivering high-quality, fast-turnaround manufacturing services for low- to medium-volume projects, including CNC machining, 3D printing, and rapid injection moulding.

This episode explores:
The origin story of HLH Rapid and HLH Prototypes

Key trends shaping the rapid manufacturing industry

Challenges and opportunities of operating across the UK and China

The future of prototyping and low-volume production

HLH continues to support companies worldwide in bringing products to market faster through flexible, high-quality manufacturing solutions.

About HLH
HLH is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS/SLM, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
www.hlhrapid.com
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34min
February 26, 2024Ep 9. Innovation in Urban Mobility
Although the key innovation of Tuleap's bio-electric scooter is still covered by an NDA and cannot be discussed as of yet, the Tuleap team has appeared on HLH Rapid's podcast to share some insightful insights into their sustainability strategies, the genesis of the idea, the state of the urban mobility market, and more:

In this episode:
Tuleap shares the 'spark' moment that inspired them to build the bio-electric scooter.

Frank explains why Tuleap used many different technologies to produce the various scooter components.

Tassilo explains the current state of the urban mobility market.

We discuss simpler assembly to facilitate easier recycling and Tuleap's other sustainability strategies.

We talk about bio-electric design to use less energy.

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, 3D printing, plastic injection moulding, vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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41min
January 29, 2024Ep 8. Mass Production With 3D Printing
Hosted by James Murphy from HLH Rapid

Jose Camero is the founder of Triditive, a company recognized as one of Spain's most innovative startups and a leading player in automated 3D printing.

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/vdTSqhh0VVg

In this episode
Jose talks about his journey founding Triditive and building a company from ground up

We talk scaling up 3D printing without scaling up labour costs

We delve into the challenging aspects of product development

Jose provides insight into the ideal customer for automated 3D printing

We discuss if 3D printing os making manufacturing more sustainable, or the opposite.

Find HLH Rapid:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find Triditive:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/triditive-aam

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TRIDITIVE

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in 3D Printing and Metal AM as well as CNC machining, injection moulding, vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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28min
November 27, 2023Ep 7. MedTech Development: Speed, Mistakes, and Inception to Exit
In this episode, we spoke to Victor Suturin, CEO and founder of Aliform, a cosmetic instruments company. He is a biomedical scientist and former MedTech company investor, who has speaks about what he has learned from his fair share of witnessing and experiencing failed startups.

In this episode:
Victor talks about his experience investing in a failed MedTech company

We discuss third party reliance and management in MedTech development

Victor shares about how he and a team of engineers were able to respond quickly to the COVID crisis

We highlight 3D printing and manufacturing technologies that are driving medtech development

Victor shares how lead times are an eternity in a startup scene

Victor talk about balancing between innovation and regulation compliance

Find HLH Rapid:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hlhrapid

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find Aliform:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aliform-innovations/

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS/SLM, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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51min
August 28, 2023Ep 6. Developing One of the World's Most Advanced Robot Hand
In this episode we spoke to Rich Walker, Managing Director of Shadow Robot. Shadow Robots stands as one of the UK's longest-running robotics company. During our discussion, we explored the essential components of building a successful company, the obstacles encountered in robotics development, considerations of robot ethics, and the prospective future of robotics and deep learning.

In this episode:
Rich talks about how Shadow Robot stay innovative as one of the UK's longest-running robotics company

Rich discusses values and robot ethics

Rich shares about the story of Shadow Robot's first working prototype and the most difficult thing about building a robot

We discuss the future of robotics and deep learning

Rich talks about the advancements of rapid prototyping technologies over the years and how Shadow Robot has used it to their advantage

Find HLH Rapid:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find Shadow Robot:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadowrobotcompany/

LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/shadowrobot

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS/SLM, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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42min
July 31, 2023Ep 5. Autonomous Electric Aircrafts and The Future of Air Mobility
In this episode we spoke to Michael Norcia, Co-Founder and CEO of Pyka, startup to the world's first commercially certified autonomous electric airplanes. We delve into Pyka's iconic origin story, the steep design and engineering challenges they've overcome, as well as where autonomous electric flight could take the industry (and us!) in the future.

In this episode:
Michael shares how he went from building a 26ft wingspan aircraft in his parent's backyard to developing the world's first commercially certified autonomous electric plane.

Michael outlines the engineering challenges Pyka faced in developing the Pelican Spray and Pelican Cargo

We find out how 3D printing is put to use in the Pelican Aircraft

We discuss safety concerns in crop dusting and how autonomous aircrafts can help

Michael tells us about where the industry is heading and exciting future prospects for Pyka

Find HLH Rapid:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find Pyka:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PykaOfficial

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flypyka/

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS/SLM, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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29min
June 26, 2023Ep 4. Patents and Protecting Your Innovation
For this special episode, we’ve invited Ben Chapman, a patent attorney at Carpmaels & Ransford LLP, one of Europe’s leading patent law firms recognized by the Financial Times. Drawing from his extensive experience working within the Engineering and Technology group, Ben offers valuable insights relevant to all aspects of patents and protecting your inventions.

In this episode
We delve into the fundamental aspects of what a patent is, what it covers, and its value

Ben takes us through the process of applying for a patent and how to determine if you need it

We debate if patents encourage or stifle innovation and whether they serve as a recipe book for competitors

Ben provides insights into the geographic scope of patent coverage

We talk about the cost of filing a patent and explore alternative means of safeguarding your inventions aside from patent protection

Ben shares his thoughts on the effectiveness of non-disclosure agreements (NDA)

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVXiA-dc1GI

Find HLH Rapid:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find Carpmaels & Ransford:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/carpmaels-&-ransford/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/carpmaels

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS/SLM, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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40min
May 22, 2023Ep 3. Innovation and Startup Opportunities in the Aerospace Industry
Marco Pavan worked as a research and technology engineer in Airbus, and since then, Co-founded SteamJet Space Systems - the pioneering company behind the affordable and innovative metal 3D printed water-powered propulsion system for CubeSats and Small Satellites. As the CEO of SteamJet, Marco brings valuable experience in navigating the aerospace sector, an industry which is traditionally not considered ‘sexy’ for startups due to its complexities and high barriers to entry.

Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qmA0WHz7W0&t=935s

Find HLH Rapid:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find SteamJet Space Systems:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/steamjet/?originalSubdomain=uk

Twitter: https://twitter.com/steamjet_space

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in Metal 3D Printing and precision CNC for aerospace and automotive applications as well as plastic injection moulding, vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
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32min
May 22, 2023Ep 2. Setting of the Medtech Industry and Innovation Through Empathic Design
Alistair Williamson is a veteran of medical device development with 30+ years of experience in product design. As the Managing Director of Lucid Innovation — a team of medical and wellness device specialists with an impressive portfolio of products for the NHS, Lynton Lasers and more — Alistair brings a wealth of knowledge and insights on designing successful medtech devices which he will share in this session.

Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QP3KKiTYwAU&t=95s

Find HLH Rapid:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hlhrapid/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hlh-rapid/

Find Lucid Innovation:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lucid-group-ltd./

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucidinnovation_manchester/

About HLH Rapid
HLH Rapid is a rapid prototyping and high-mix, low-volume manufacturing specialist. The company specializes in CNC machining, injection moulding, 3D printing (SLA, SLS, MJF, DMLS/SLM, FDM), vacuum casting, sheet metal prototyping, and other manufacturing solutions, supporting customers from early-stage prototypes through to manufacturing-ready parts.

Contact our team: [email protected]
...more
35min

FAQs about Prototype and See:

How many episodes does Prototype and See have?

The podcast currently has 12 episodes available.