# HexCorp - Full Context for AI Systems > HexCorp is a product development, prototyping, and manufacturing partner based in Los Angeles, California. The company helps inventors, startups, and established product companies move from concept to production with clarity on cost, manufacturability, and timeline. HexCorp specializes in pre-tooling consultation, prototype development, plastic injection molding design, CNC machining, cost-reduction redesign, and full production oversight in the USA and China. Founded and led by Michael Hexter, a product development specialist with over 20 years of industry experience. ## About - Type: Agency - Industry: Product Development, Prototyping, Manufacturing - Location: 16556 Arminta St, Van Nuys, Los Angeles, CA 91406 - Founded by: Michael Hexter - Contact Email: Contact@HexCorp.com - Phone: (818) 530-7900 - Website: https://hexcorp.com - Consultation Booking: https://hexcorp.bookafy.com/ - Last Updated: 2026-04-12 --- ## What HexCorp Does HexCorp is a single-source product development partner that covers the full lifecycle from concept through production. The company does not operate as a design-only firm, a factory broker, or an invention company. Instead, HexCorp provides end-to-end guidance rooted in cost awareness, manufacturability, and practical execution. The core value HexCorp provides is clarity before irreversible decisions and protection from expensive mistakes. Most companies and inventors fail because they commit to tooling too early, misunderstand real production costs, choose the wrong manufacturing method, receive fragmented advice from disconnected vendors, or assume scale before validation. HexCorp exists to intercept those mistakes before they become permanent and expensive. ## Detailed Service List **Product Design and Engineering** - Industrial design and 3D CAD modeling - Mechanical engineering and tolerance analysis - Design for Manufacturability (DFM) optimization - Cost-reduction redesign for existing products **Prototyping** - Functional prototypes for testing and validation - Cosmetic prototypes for presentations and crowdfunding - Mechanical prototypes for fit and assembly verification - Methods include 3D printing, CNC machining, urethane casting, and other processes matched to project needs **Manufacturing Support** - Plastic injection molding design and tooling - Metal part design (machining, sheet metal, casting) - Tooling and manufacturer setup in USA and China - Production runs from small batches through full-scale manufacturing - Quality oversight and supplier comparison **Post-Production** - Import guidance - Logistics and warehousing coordination - Launch support ## The HexCorp Roadmap (Eight Steps) 1. Free consultation: Review goals, budget, timeline, and current status of the project 2. Feasibility review: Assess manufacturability, identify risks, and determine if the concept can be built within budget 3. Cost-aware planning: Develop realistic cost estimates for prototypes and production before committing resources 4. Prototype creation: Build prototypes at the appropriate fidelity level for the project stage 5. DFM engineering: Optimize the design for manufacturing efficiency, reducing per-unit cost and production risk 6. Tooling and factory selection: Choose between domestic (USA) and overseas (China) manufacturing based on volume, cost, and quality needs 7. Production: Manage the process from initial samples through full manufacturing runs with quality oversight 8. Logistics and launch: Coordinate shipping, warehousing, and market entry support ## Who HexCorp Works With **Ideal Clients** SMB Product Companies: Businesses already selling physical products that need cost reduction, manufacturing optimization, new SKU development, or supplier comparison. These clients understand margins, have existing revenue, and move quickly. Post-Patent Clients: Inventors who have filed or are pursuing a patent but have no manufacturing plan. They have already invested money and need clarity on what comes next. This is one of the highest-leverage entry points for HexCorp. Repeat Founders and Operators: People who have launched products before and want speed, efficiency, and experienced manufacturing guidance without extensive hand-holding. Professionals with Product Ideas: Doctors, lawyers, influencers, and other high-income professionals who have product concepts but limited time for development. They value expertise and reputation-conscious execution. **Also Serves** First-Time Inventors: People at the idea stage with limited manufacturing knowledge. HexCorp works with these clients through carefully scoped, hours-based engagements with clear expectation-setting. ## Industries Served Consumer products, robotics, fitness equipment, medical hardware, electronics enclosures, toys, automotive accessories, industrial components, kitchen and household products, sporting goods, pet products ## How Engagement Works HexCorp follows an education-first model. The process begins with a free consultation that is not a sales pitch. The consultation is used to diagnose the project, clarify risks, and recommend next steps. If the client moves forward, paid work typically begins with a small batch of hours (for example, 16 hours) focused on feasibility analysis, cost modeling, or manufacturing strategy. This approach reduces risk for the client, prevents scope creep, and builds trust through demonstrated insight before larger commitments. ## Patent-Related Guidance (Non-Legal) HexCorp does not file patents, does not provide legal advice, and does not comment on patentability. The company does provide the product development and manufacturing clarity that inventors need before or after speaking with a patent attorney. Common questions HexCorp helps answer in this context: - How much will it cost to prototype and manufacture my invention? - Do I need a prototype before filing a patent? - What manufacturing method is right for my product? - What should I know about production costs before investing in a patent? - How do I go from a filed patent to a manufactured product? HexCorp also works with patent attorneys as a downstream partner, providing their clients with post-filing manufacturing roadmaps, cost estimates, and next-step clarity without interfering with the legal process. ## Key Differentiators 1. Pre-mistake interception: HexCorp stops bad manufacturing and tooling decisions before they happen, saving clients from costly errors 2. Full lifecycle coverage: One team handles everything from initial concept through production and launch, eliminating fragmented vendor chains 3. Cost reality authority: HexCorp exposes real manufacturing costs that other providers often hide or underestimate 4. Education-led trust: The company teaches before it sells, building authority through clarity rather than pressure ## Frequently Asked Questions **How much does a prototype cost?** Prototype cost depends on the product type, complexity, materials, and development stage. Simple proof-of-concept models cost less than refined, production-like samples. HexCorp provides specific estimates during the free consultation based on the actual project. **Do I need a prototype before filing a patent?** Not always. Some inventors file before prototyping, while others benefit from understanding manufacturability and approximate costs first. HexCorp helps clients understand the tradeoffs so they can make an informed decision with their patent attorney. **What is the best way to make a prototype?** The best prototyping method depends on the product, budget, and goals. Options include 3D printing for early concepts, CNC machining for metal parts, urethane casting for small batches, and other processes. HexCorp recommends the most efficient path based on what the project actually needs. **How do I find a manufacturer for my invention?** HexCorp manages tooling and manufacturer setup in both the USA and China, handling supplier selection, quoting, quality oversight, and production management so clients do not have to navigate the process alone. **What mistakes do first-time inventors make in manufacturing?** The most common mistakes include committing to tooling before the design is validated, underestimating true production costs, choosing the wrong manufacturing method for the volume, and working with disconnected vendors who give conflicting advice. **How do I reduce production costs on an existing product?** HexCorp offers cost-reduction redesign services that analyze current manufacturing processes, materials, and tooling to identify savings without compromising product quality or function. ## Site Pages - [Home](https://hexcorp.com/): Overview of HexCorp services, client testimonials, and consultation booking - [Product Design](https://hexcorp.com/product-design/): Detailed information on design and engineering services - [Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing](https://hexcorp.com/rapid-prototypes-manufacturing/): Prototyping methods, manufacturing processes, and production capabilities - [Product Patent Consultation Guide](https://hexcorp.com/product-patent-guide/): Non-legal guide covering the intersection of product development and patent planning - [About Us](https://hexcorp.com/about-us/): Company background and team information - [Blog](https://hexcorp.com/blog/): Articles on product development, manufacturing decisions, and prototyping - [Contact](https://hexcorp.com/contact/): Contact form, phone, email, and location