[HN Gopher] Launch HN: Jiga (YC W21) - Faster custom parts for h...
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Launch HN: Jiga (YC W21) - Faster custom parts for hardware
products
Hi HN! It's Assaf and I'm the co-founder of Jiga
(https://app.jiga3d.com). We make it fast and easy to produce parts
for hardware products. You can upload a 3D model (such as STL or
SLDPRT) file and get a production quote within seconds. We have a
vetted network of manufacturers around the world who can produce
your part with 3D printing (plastic and metal), CNC machining
(plastic and metal), or sheet metal. It's literally 3 clicks: 1.
upload your file on https://app.jiga3d.com. 2. select manufacturing
process 3. select quote and order. We built this because we are
hardware makers ourselves. I was running a 3D printing
manufacturing service before starting Jiga, and we were shocked by
how bad an experience it was to get quotes and order parts online,
or from machine shops. I spent a significant amount of my time and
money on inefficient communication, paperwork, sourcing and
quoting. Ok, so now you're probably asking how we're different
from other online manufacturing companies? Well, besides being not
as fast, they act as an unnecessary middleman. They cut a huge fee,
block hardware builders from talking directly to manufacturers and
getting professional feedback (such as making sure they can produce
that 0.15mm tolerance exactly on that little hole). For examples,
take some of our customers: an enterprise that builds jets for the
US army, a company that builds a device that enables tractors to be
autonomous, a hospital that builds 3D printed ventilation machines
to tackle Covid-19 (first parts ordered with Jiga!) or a company
that builds robotic arms. These companies start by looking for the
right supplier to make their part. They email quote requests with
the designs, some suppliers reply after a week, some don't. They
log this data into spreadsheets and folders while making
comparisons. Finally after two weeks the supplier is ready to take
your order but oh no! They mixed up the email threads and made a
mistake - and the wrong part was produced. Worse, when getting
into producing more than just prototypes, they have to manage the
supply of many different components and timelines, making sure that
that they won't find themselves delaying over some little component
and avoiding any miscommunication about parts or revisions. All
this inefficiency is not only frustrating but also costly - makers
and companies lose millions every year because of miscommunication
and delays. We built Jiga to make this process efficient and
painless. We handle all logistics (always first class/priority
shipping) and make sure that customers are 100% happy with every
order that they get. Additionally, we let you read supplier
reviews, check their certifications and communicate directly with
them. Want to make sure that the supplier is aware of that 0.15mm
hole? No problem, reach to them over our platform and they will
answer promptly. We make money from commissions on orders based on
agreements with suppliers. I'm looking forward to talking to
anyone who builds hardware, and to hearing your feedback and ideas
and experiences in this space. If you've ever needed parts for
things you were making, I hope you'll give us a spin. Have at it,
HN!
Author : Assafgeuz
Score : 71 points
Date : 2021-02-08 16:03 UTC (6 hours ago)
| Badfood wrote:
| Posssie to upload multiple parts and treat as a single quote?
| grmmph wrote:
| Yes. If you are running to any issues ping me:
| yonatan@jiga3d.com
| sporkologist wrote:
| How does your service compare to Protolabs?
| grmmph wrote:
| Protolabs is a supplier with instant quoting website, we are a
| directory suppliers you can compare, talk to directly read
| reviews and rates.
|
| Sort of like the difference between Hilton and AirBnb
| syedkarim wrote:
| Over the years, I've built up a list of a dozen factories in
| China. My process is much slower than what you are describing, as
| I still need to email designs and go back and forth for
| clarification. I have found the price and lead time through my
| list to be very good, even when compared to one-man CNC shops in
| the US. Am I likely _not_ a target customer for Jiga?
| adarhay1 wrote:
| I think that you definitely are. First, keep in mind that you
| can manage these existing suppliers and send quote requests
| from within Jiga to external suppliers as well (obviously no
| fees involved). Second, when you need to quote fast and get
| parts easily, it could be very useful. Companies who have
| relationships with hundreds of suppliers are buying parts from
| Jiga suppliers because of service, speed and comparison
| capabilities, which could definitely beat their existing
| suppliers.
| kumarvvr wrote:
| Do you cater to Indian startups?
| adarhay1 wrote:
| Yes. Worldwide shipping
| ctas wrote:
| I'm currently designing an ergonomic keyboard with capacitive
| switches. I was considering to manufacture the prototype myself,
| but this looks like an exciting alternative. Curious to see how
| affordable the prices are even for low units.
| adarhay1 wrote:
| Great! Good luck. You can email me when you need to get started
| with this. I'd love to help you out however I can!
| adar@jiga3d.com
| tasn wrote:
| Very cool! Can you also show which machine each supplier use? I'd
| love to see HP vs. stratasys etc...
| grmmph wrote:
| This is definitely on our roadmap and will be shipped soon
| tasn wrote:
| Awesome! Where can I sign up for updates?
| grmmph wrote:
| Newsletter signup is on the the bottom of our main page:
| https://www.jiga3d.com/
| tasn wrote:
| I looked at the bottom of https://app.jiga3d.com (the
| link in the post) and not the main page, that's why I
| missed it. Thanks!
| itronitron wrote:
| If you don't own the manufacturing then I think you are going to
| have a hard time. I have been very happy with an online 3D
| printing service in Europe, great software, fast service, and
| high quality prints. They do everything in house, and 3D printing
| plastic is the low end of their services.
| adarhay1 wrote:
| There are pros and cons to being a network rather than 1
| supplier. It include the ability to always look for the best
| options regardless of location or specific machines, filter to
| your exact needs, source for competitive quotes etcetera. We
| work hard to only work with top suppliers and vet them.
| p2hari wrote:
| really sorry since this is off topic, but could not find info
| in your profile to send a message. could you tell me the
| service.
| itronitron wrote:
| weerg
| kvdmolen wrote:
| I'll definitely bookmark this. Though how is it different from
| 3DHubs (cnc, print, injection) or Shapeways (print)?
| grmmph wrote:
| We're more of a directory (with instant quotes and first class
| shipping) than a middleman.
|
| We let you pick the supplier, read reviews and talk to them
| directly.
|
| Also we're cheaper and faster, but don't take my word for it -
| check it for yourself.
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| tyingq wrote:
| Sounds like a great idea, but it might help to have more options
| for plastic than just 3d printing and CNC. There may be some
| applications where laser cut acrylic, for example, is a good
| option. Or injection, extrusion, blow molding, etc.
| grmmph wrote:
| All of these on our roadmap. Do you use laser cutting for work?
| tyingq wrote:
| I used to, for quite a long time, but not presently. We used
| laser cut plastic for faceplates and mounting boards, etc.
| grmmph wrote:
| May I ask where do you work? :)
|
| Happy to move this to a priavte channel: yonatan@jiga3d.com
| petra wrote:
| You didn't mention other 3d parts manufacturing
| marketplaces(xometry, mfg.com etc). How do you compare to them?
| adarhay1 wrote:
| We allow direct communication with suppliers about jobs, re-
| order from ones that you're satisfied with, compare them using
| reviews / certifications and we also charge much lower fees
| (mentioned it in the 3rd paragraph)
| FourHand451 wrote:
| Do you plan to develop more detailed manufacturability feedback
| for quoting? For example, too-thin walls or areas that may not be
| cleanly machined on a CNC part.
|
| Also, any plans to add injection molding services in the future?
| adarhay1 wrote:
| Yes! Both are on our roadmap. Right now it's possible to chat
| directly with the supplier to get professional human feedback
| as well, which will probably always be necessary. All suppliers
| there are highly professional. Do you find yourself looking to
| get automated manufacturability feedback often?
| FourHand451 wrote:
| My experience is mostly with machined parts. In that context,
| I find it most helpful to know the part can be fully
| machined, or if not, where exactly the finished part will
| differ from the model. I'm sure this can be communicated in a
| direct conversation with a supplier, but I find it more
| convenient if this information can be part of the quote.
|
| I'll be interested to see how your offering progresses!
| adarhay1 wrote:
| Thanks so much. Yes, it makes perfect sense. Please do keep
| me posted if you need something specific, and in the
| meantime I will do my best to get the feedback in a fast-
| almost-automated way :) adar@jiga3d.com
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