Tincat Services

TinCat Services provides hundreds of years of product development and manufacturing experience at your fingertips. TCS offers support across the entire development process, from ideation to shipping… and at a fraction of the cost of setting up your own Asian office. TCS are experts in all aspects of the process and can work with you all the way through the product journey or just when you need us most.

Our services include:

IDEATION

DESIGN

DEVELOPMENT

PRODUCTION

SHIPPING

Our entire process is governed by our proprietary Quality Assurance Program (QAP). This extensive program covers every step of the development and manufacturing process to ensure your products meet customer, industry and regulatory standards.

But it doesn’t stop there. Our unique Program ensures your product exceeds the highest expectations of design, functionality, value and most importantly…Playability.

We also offer parts of this program as separate Services as well.

These services include:

Risk assessment
EG DOC/GCC (European documents required for Toys)
Pre-assessment of concepts and prototypes
Testing requirements

Product Conformity reports
Technical Files
Audit consultation and oversight
Inspections

WHY TCS?

We make it easy and we are here to help.

We can provide advice, oversee the development of your products or even supply your entire regional operations. Whatever your needs, TCS can add substantial value to your business at a fraction of the cost. You only pay for what you use. No overheads, contracts or commitments! We provide access to experts in all fields of design, development and production and can look after all your interests in the region.

In addition we have:

• Excellent relationships with the major labs to provide lower costs and faster turnarounds for test reports and,

• Detailed understanding of the shipping procedures for major retailers globally.

Read what our clients say…

Justin - OHIO, USA
„Just an outstanding experience and could not recommend a team more. Lincoln was able to produce significant results immediately. They are good at what they do and they are better people! It is critical to work with partners that have resources, knowledge, creativity, access, background but most importantly, a level of trust that they will do everything they can as if it were their business. This and more is exactly what you get with TCS. Lincoln and his team are amazing at balancing ‘being real’ with finding the best path to accomplish (and even beat) your goals. His team's general business understanding can help guide a holistic path forward.“

Simon Strapp - TPF Group CEO, Australia
„TPF uses TinCat Services for many of our major projects. They manage all aspects of the product’s development from design to shipping. The team makes the often complex process look easy, communicates clearly and ultimately saves us the hassle and cost of doing it ourselves. Lincoln’s integrity, leadership and expertise has always produced outstanding results and value for our business. If you want a comprehensive solution and reliable representation in Asia, I highly recommend you try TinCat Services.“

Steve Tucker - CEO, The Firefly Group and Manta Enterprises, USA
„I have used the services of Tincat Toys/Lincoln Harbottle for the last 2 years on our product development projects. We find them ‘all inclusive’ as it relates to quality product development services. We depend on them for assistance on design, engineering, testing, as well as the operational side of getting our products shipped. Lincoln’s keen eye for product has been an unexpected bonus as we develop our newest toys. His creative comments along with his direct and honest management style make Tincat Toys an ideal partner for us in Asia.“

Alison Pilkington, John Adams Leisure, UK
„5-star service from TinCat for innovation, ease of collaboration and a very friendly, efficient team to work with. Highly recommended!“

TinCat Services Pillars of Excellence

EXPERTISE

We have solved it before

Hundreds of combined years of expertise in product development, design and production.
Vast network of industry experts available built up over 25 years.
Solutions to challenges that incorporate all aspects of development.
Extensive library of plastics, production methods, printing methods and other development/production materials and processes to ensure the best outcome.

EXECUTION

We will get it done

Teams ‘on the ground’ in Hong Kong, China and Vietnam.
Solid production control with our proprietary Quality Assurance Program and in-house inspectors.
‘Stage-Gate’ development processes to ensure comprehensive advice.
Dedicated teams for the life of the project to ensure consistency and to avoid ‘knowledge gaps’.

EFFICIENCY

We will save you money

Simple systems employed to reduce onerous administration and increase focus on product.
Industry-leading innovation strategies (such as ‘fail fast’) to test development early, saving time and cost later in the process.
Low cost structure and overheads ensuring low fees and greater returns to clients.
Highly experienced staff to identify and correct potential issues early.

EASE

We keep it simple

Transparent and competitive pricing with no hidden charges.
Clear and timely communication to keep you informed of your projects.
Ability to break complex development and production issues into simple language and solutions to avoid confusion.
Proactive suggestions provided to improve product and price outcomes.