Prototype

The EDIR team works closely with staff from the Center for Industrial Research Service (CIRAS) to ensure industry leaders can find the specific knowledge and expertise needed to take an idea from vision to prototype.

The EDIR's Center for Industrial Research and Service (CIRAS) has been delivering proven services since 1963 to enhance the performance of Iowa businesses. CIRAS offers a board range of services to help businesses prosper and grow, including Prototyping or 3D Printing support. CIRAS has polymer (plastic), TPU (rubber like), and metal printing capabilities.

A part of the College of Engineering and EDIR, CIRAS aims to improve the profitability of businesses through:

Proven Services

Customizable services are rooted in applied research and established best practices.

Engage. Educate. Embed.

An approach that ensures the delivery of services specific to every business with a focus on making the improvement stick and supporting clients even after a project ends.

Return on Investment

A commitment to permanent improvement is backed by a satisfaction guarantee. A typical client achieves a 200% ROI – $2 return for every $1 invested.

Over the past five years, CIRAS and its partners have reported impact from companies totaling more than $3 billion (sales gained or retained $2.4 billion, new investments $0.5 billion, costs saved or avoided $0.2 billion) and over 36,000 jobs created or retained as a result of the assistance they received.

Vast Network

Partnerships stretching across Iowa State University and beyond. Relationships with public and private experts enable the delivery of solutions that meet client needs.