Know a good prototype company?

Question

I have an invention, it is already patented, and I need some prototype work. There are some design questions that still need to be engineered but the work is not high tech. Think 'mouse trap' not 'ipod'. I found some problems after I made one myself. Anyway, I am looking for a company that is small (translation - cheap) because I don't have tons of money to sink. I will be very appreaciative (translation - royaltie$) for a product that I am pretty sure will be a household staple. So if you have worked with a good company, and you are here answering questions on Yahoo, like all successful business people are, I am sure you would love to drop me a name!!! Thanks.

Answer 1

Associations may be a good avenue to explore. These organizations will address many of the thoughts, questions and concerns you'll inevitably have as well as many you haven't anticipated yet. See the source box for some relevant links.

Research, research, research – this cannot be stressed enough. Read as much as you can. Here are some book titles that are relevant:

What to do Next:
* From Patent To Profit: Secrets & Strategies For The Successful Inventor, Third Edition by Bob Dematteis
* How to License Your Million Dollar Idea: Everything You Need To Know To Turn a Simple Idea into a Million Dollar Payday, 2nd Edition by Harvey Reese
* The Inventor's Bible: How to Market and License Your Brilliant Ideas by Ronald Louis Docie
* The Complete Idiot's Guide ® to Cashing in On Your Inventions by Richard Levy

Hope that helps! I wish you much success & happiness in all your ventures!