Rapid Prototyping
Produce accurate retail display prototypes from low-cost wood or polyurethane tooling in just a few weeks. Ideal for design review, fit checks, and functional evaluation before committing to full production tooling.
Bring your point-of-purchase display concepts to life with Hill Plastics' precision prototyping services. Using low-cost wood and polyurethane tooling, we produce accurate plastic display prototypes for design review and function evaluation—helping retail brands and entrepreneurs move quickly from concept to shelf-ready product without costly delays or overruns.
From concept to shelf-ready prototype, we offer a full suite of plastic fabrication services tailored for custom POP and retail display production.
Produce accurate retail display prototypes from low-cost wood or polyurethane tooling in just a few weeks. Ideal for design review, fit checks, and functional evaluation before committing to full production tooling.
Form custom plastic display components using eight thermoforming machines ranging from 2'x3' to 5'x9'. Supports a wide range of materials including ABS, PETG, and decorative foil laminates for retail-ready aesthetics.
Build finished POP display parts using precision CNC trimming, heat bending, bonding, and edge finishing. Our fabrication team delivers assembly-ready components to exact drawing specifications in any quantity.
Develop custom molds starting with CNC-milled wood master patterns for prototypes, progressing to aluminum tooling for production. Easily accommodate design changes before final approval to minimize rework costs.
Finish thermoformed display parts to precise specifications using two 5'x10' CNC trimming centers. Capabilities include contour cutting, precision drilling, fastener preparation, and edge finishing for clean, retail-ready results.
Work directly with our sales and engineering team to select the right plastic materials and tooling design for your display application, evaluating durability, aesthetics, cost, and environmental requirements.
Our sales and engineering team—Brad and Cody Hill—work with you to understand your retail display concept, functional requirements, and specifications. Using SolidWorks CAD software, we translate your ideas into a precise design ready for tooling.
See how brands and manufacturers rely on Hill Plastics to bring their retail display concepts to life.
"Great value, family business, personal attention. Over the years, Cody, Brad, and Aubrey have become valued associates in my small enterprise. Willing to tackle design challenges. Get-her-done communications. Outreach to additional sources of expertise. These folks understand the inventive process. Cody for example is a Kickstarter supporter and is familiar..."
"Hill Plastics did a great job creating a substitute back window for my RV. I have a portable mini-split air conditioner that I use in extremely hot weather to supplement my RV’s own cooling power. The mini-split has an inside unit that blows the cold air and an outside condenser..."
"Great value, family business, personal attention. Over the years, Cody, Brad, and Aubrey have become valued associates in my small enterprise. Willing to tackle design challenges. Get-her-done communications. Outreach to additional sources of expertise. These folks understand the inventive process. Cody for example is a Kickstarter supporter and is familiar..."
"Hill Plastics did a great job creating a substitute back window for my RV. I have a portable mini-split air conditioner that I use in extremely hot weather to supplement my RV’s own cooling power. The mini-split has an inside unit that blows the cold air and an outside condenser..."
"Great value, family business, personal attention. Over the years, Cody, Brad, and Aubrey have become valued associates in my small enterprise. Willing to tackle design challenges. Get-her-done communications. Outreach to additional sources of expertise. These folks understand the inventive process. Cody for example is a Kickstarter supporter and is familiar..."
"Hill Plastics did a great job creating a substitute back window for my RV. I have a portable mini-split air conditioner that I use in extremely hot weather to supplement my RV’s own cooling power. The mini-split has an inside unit that blows the cold air and an outside condenser..."
With over four decades of plastic manufacturing expertise, Hill Plastics delivers retail display prototypes that are accurate, affordable, and production-ready.
Founded in 1977 near Dallas/DFW, Hill Plastics brings decades of hands-on thermoforming and fabrication knowledge to every retail display project.
Prototype tooling from CNC-milled wood or polyurethane keeps upfront costs low, letting you test and refine display designs before investing in production-grade aluminum molds.
Master patterns and prototypes are typically produced within a few weeks, helping retail brands and entrepreneurs across the U.S. meet tight product launch timelines.
With over 20,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space in Lewisville, TX, we handle everything from initial design and prototyping through short-run and high-volume production fulfillment.
Our experienced team guides your project from concept to completed prototype.
Sales & Engineering Team
Brad Hill brings deep expertise in plastic thermoforming design and materials engineering to every customer project. As a key member of Hill Plastics' sales and engineering team, Brad specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of material selection—evaluating cost, impact requirements, durability, tensile strength, chemical resistance, and environmental factors to identify the optimal PS or HIPS grade for each unique application. He works closely with customers from initial concept through prototype approval, offering guidance on tooling design, process optimization, and production planning. Brad's hands-on approach ensures that every thermoformed component is engineered for performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. His commitment to collaborative problem-solving and technical precision has made him a trusted advisor to OEM manufacturers, aerospace clients, and medical device companies nationwide. With a focus on delivering turnkey solutions that meet exact specifications, Brad exemplifies Hill Plastics' dedication to quality, innovation, and customer success.
Sales & Engineering Team
Cody Hill is a skilled plastics engineer and sales professional with a passion for transforming customer ideas into precision-manufactured reality. As part of Hill Plastics' dedicated sales and engineering team, Cody provides expert consultation on product design, material selection, and tooling strategy for custom thermoforming projects. He leverages advanced CAD tools like SolidWorks to collaborate with clients on design refinements, ensuring optimal part geometry, wall thickness distribution, and draft angles for successful vacuum forming. Cody's technical knowledge spans the full spectrum of PS and HIPS materials, enabling him to recommend the best plastic grade based on application-specific demands such as impact resistance, rigidity, clarity, and cost. From rapid prototyping using low-cost tooling to scaling up for high-volume production runs, Cody guides customers through every phase of the manufacturing process with transparency and attention to detail. His proactive communication style and commitment to delivering on-time, on-budget results have earned him the trust of clients across aerospace, telecommunications, industrial equipment, and medical device sectors.
Retail displays include floor-standing units, countertop displays, endcap fixtures, pegboard panels, dump bins, and wall-mounted systems. For plastic-based POP displays, thermoformed and fabricated components are commonly used due to their versatility, light weight, and ability to hold custom shapes, textures, and branded finishes that attract consumer attention on the shelf.
Our engineering team is ready to discuss your project and provide expert guidance at no obligation.
Hill Plastics ships custom retail display prototypes and production parts to clients across the United States from our Lewisville, Texas facility.
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We serve clients across the U.S. — reach out to confirm delivery options for your project.
Serving industries with quality plastic fabrication since 1977.
Advanced CAD-driven design and CNC interface for precision manufacturing.
Large-scale manufacturing space certified for high-volume plastic production.
Submit your project details below and our sales and engineering team will follow up with material recommendations, tooling options, and a cost-effective path to your first prototype.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 972-436-9717. You can also send us a quick email at sales@hillplastics.com.
For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at +1 972-436-9717. You can also send us a quick email at sales@hillplastics.com.