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Point of Sales Display

POP displays are a crucial element of a brand's retail strategy, offering diverse shapes, materials, and sizes, sometimes incorporating technology like LCDs. We collaborate across a wide range of material categories and technologies, including acrylic, metal, faux marble, MDF, and artistic glass, while continually exploring and developing new solutions and suppliers.

Watch Display

Jewelry Display

Perfume Display

Eyewear Display

Window Display & Accessories

To show off successful brands in their window displays, brand designers use special decorations, colors, and all kinds of art. We make their ideas real with stuff like fiberglass, metal sculptures, resin, vacuum forming, and wood carvings, thanks to our 20+ years of experience.

Metal

Foam & PU

Wood

Digital Printing

Fiberglass

Resin

Vacuum Forming

3D Printing

Holiday Decoration

During each holiday season, brands compete to showcase their products with custom, one-of-a-kind props and accessories. Artificial flowers, gift bows, confetti, mannequin heads and hands, Christmas trees, and ornaments are often used to create a festive atmosphere.

Artificial Flowers

Christmas Tree

Gift Bow

Confetti

Christmas Ball

Mirror

Mannequin Head

Interactive Display LCD

Luxury Packaging

Samtop creates special packaging for watches, jewelry, and beauty products, including fancy bags and gift boxes. We quickly turn ideas into products, always focusing on quality, no matter the cost. We care about the environment, so we make packaging that's good for the planet.

Packaging Box

Gift Box

Paper Packaging

POS Merchandising

Complete point-of-sale merchandising solutions designed to maximize brand visibility and customer engagement at the critical moment of purchase. Our comprehensive range includes everything from digital displays to promotional accessories.

Light Box

LED Screen

Floor Display

Poster

Gashapon Machine

Security Lock

Gift Display

Promotional Wheel

Brand Gift

Custom brand gifts and promotional items that strengthen customer relationships and enhance brand loyalty. From luxury keychains to travel accessories, we create memorable gifts that reflect your brand's premium positioning and attention to detail.

Leather Keychain

Watch Band

Cleaning Cloth

Travel Bag

Watch Stand

Commemorative Badge

Jewelry Box

Perfume Sample

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How Long Does Engineering Evaluation Take After We Submit a Concept?

发布于: 2025-05-12 | 作者: Bob | 分类: All

What Happens After You Send Us a Sketch, 3D File or Mood Board

Samtop typically provides an engineering evaluation within 2–5 working days, depending on the level of detail in your concept. You’ll receive structural suggestions, material recommendations, and a cost estimate.

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Retail display featuring ribbed acrylic texture and warm LED backlighting — Material selection step for retail POP design

🎯 Introduction: You Sent the Concept. Now What?

Wondering about your engineering evaluation timeline? If you’ve submitted your sketch or idea, here’s what to expect from Samtop.

✏️ Sketch
🖼️ Mood board
📐 3D CAD file
💬 Email with idea

You’re probably wondering:

“When do I get feedback?”
“Do I need to prepare more details?”
“Is this going to take weeks — or just days?”

Our engineering evaluation timeline varies by concept detail, but most projects receive results in 2–5 days.

⏱️Engineering Evaluation Timeline Breakdown

Concept Type	Evaluation Time
Hand sketch or mood board	4–5 working days
3D model (STEP, Rhino, DWG)	2–3 working days
Complete spec + materials	1–2 working days
Repeat project / slight revision	1 working day

This includes:

Feasibility review
Material plan
Assembly suggestions
Cost estimate range
Sampling approach

🛠️ Samtop’s 4-Step Engineering Evaluation Workflow

Step	Action	Duration
1️⃣ Review & Clarify	Check visuals, dimensions, and brand intent. Fill in missing details.	1 day
2️⃣ Material + Structure Plan	Recommend materials, weight-bearing options, LED routing, etc.	1–2 days
3️⃣ Structural Proposal	Provide drawing, materials, tolerances, and cost estimates.	1–2 days
4️⃣ Approval + Sampling Prep	Finalize details and move to prototype.	Same day approval

🧾 What Files Can You Send to Start?

✅ We accept:

✏️ Hand sketches (even napkin drawings)
🖼️ Mood boards
📐 3D files (.STEP, .DWG, .SKP, .STL)
📄 Spec sheets: size, materials, quantity
📸 Reference images of past displays

💡 No 3D? No problem. We help build it from scratch.

🔍 Real Case Study: Paris Design Agency Request

🟨 Client Brief:

Mood board
Brand guidelines
Request for acrylic tester with LED + metal base
Quantity: 50 / 100 / 200 units

🟩 Samtop Response (3 Days):

Structural sketch PDF + 3D layout
Cost tiering by quantity
Material proposal (acrylic + CE LED + FSC wood)
Suggested sampling plan

✅ Client presented to brand
✅ Approved with 1 revision
✅ Sample entered production within 5 days

🔎 Factors That Speed Up (or Slow Down) Evaluation

Factor	Impact
3D model provided	✅ Speeds up CAD processing
Confirmed quantity	✅ Enables accurate cost estimate
Material defined	✅ Avoids rework loops
Repeat project	✅ Fast-tracked evaluation
Complex lighting or mechanisms	⏳ May add 1–2 days

📦 What You’ll Receive from Samtop

Once evaluation is complete, we send:

🔧 Engineering suggestion (PDF / 3D snapshot)
📋 Material & finish list
💰 Cost estimate by quantity
🧪 Sampling timeline & plan
👤 Project manager + engineer assigned

👉 Ready to start? Contact Samtop

📌Understanding the engineering evaluation timeline helps you plan your launch more accurately.

❓ FAQ: Engineering Evaluation at Samtop

Q: How long will it take to get a cost estimate after submitting my idea?

A: Typically 2–5 working days depending on your submission. Full 3D + specs = faster turnaround.

Q: What if I only have a sketch or mood board?

A: No problem — we interpret sketches and build engineering plans based on your vision.

Q: Do I need to send finished files?

A: Not necessary. We accept rough visuals, and our team will guide missing parts.

Q: Is sampling included in this evaluation?

A: We include a proposed sampling method, cost, and lead time — so you know what’s next.

Q: Can I fast-track an urgent project?

A: Yes. Let us know your timeline — we can prioritize based on your launch schedule.

🎯 Conclusion: Speed Without Guesswork

You shouldn’t have to wait weeks for vague answers.

At Samtop, our engineers respond fast — with structural thinking, not just sales replies.

We bring your concept to life with:

🧩 Real structural layouts
💡 Material & tolerance suggestions

📎 Industry Standard: POPAI Design & Engineering Guidelines
📎 Display Trend: WGSN Retail Display Innovation