--- product_id: 48247650 title: "Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals" price: "£68.85" currency: GBP in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/48247650-manufacturing-processes-for-design-professionals store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # Design-to-manufacture focus Comprehensive manufacturing guide Detailed process breakdowns Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals **Price:** £68.85 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 📚 Design smarter, manufacture better — don’t just create, innovate! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals - **How much does it cost?** £68.85 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/48247650-manufacturing-processes-for-design-professionals) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Industry-Trusted Resource:** Join thousands of professionals who rely on this highly rated, well-structured textbook for career growth. - • **Bridge Design & Production:** Learn how to seamlessly translate your design concepts into manufacturable products—stay ahead of the curve. - • **Regularly Updated Insights:** Keep your knowledge fresh with detailed, revisitable content that evolves with manufacturing trends. - • **Boost Your Engineering Edge:** Perfect for new grads and seasoned pros aiming to elevate their design process with practical manufacturing know-how. - • **Master Manufacturing Fundamentals:** Unlock the secrets behind forming, cutting, joining, and finishing materials with expert clarity. ## Overview Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals by Rob Thompson is a top-rated, comprehensive textbook that demystifies the full spectrum of manufacturing techniques. With detailed explanations on forming, cutting, joining, and finishing, it empowers design professionals and engineers to create products optimized for production. Praised for its clarity and depth, this essential guide bridges the gap between design and manufacturing, making it a must-have for anyone serious about product development. ## Description Buy Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals 1 by Rob Thompson (ISBN: 9780500513750) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Review: Fantastic textbook - I found as a new mechanical engineering graduate this has helped my understanding of manufacturing processes and how to use that knowledge to help my engineering designs. Very informative and well structured. One of the best textbooks I own (I have a large collection). Review: Very detailed about a huge variety of manufacturing processes - A mighty book that picks up where Chris Lefteri’s finish. How products and materials are formed, cut, joined and finished. For a product design to be successful you have to be able to make it, this book will help you design and develop for manufacture from the initial concepts. The descriptions are highly detailed and it is worth revisiting regularly. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 70,625 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 143 in Engineering & Technology References 493 in Commercial Graphic Design | | Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (284) | | Dimensions | 22.61 x 4.83 x 28.96 cm | | Edition | 1st | | ISBN-10 | 0500513759 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0500513750 | | Item weight | 2.63 kg | | Language | English | | Print length | 528 pages | | Publication date | 15 Oct. 2007 | | Publisher | Thames and Hudson Ltd | ## Images ![Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/5147Q53nLXL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic textbook *by A***M on 9 February 2024* I found as a new mechanical engineering graduate this has helped my understanding of manufacturing processes and how to use that knowledge to help my engineering designs. Very informative and well structured. One of the best textbooks I own (I have a large collection). ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very detailed about a huge variety of manufacturing processes *by T***N on 10 March 2020* A mighty book that picks up where Chris Lefteri’s finish. How products and materials are formed, cut, joined and finished. For a product design to be successful you have to be able to make it, this book will help you design and develop for manufacture from the initial concepts. The descriptions are highly detailed and it is worth revisiting regularly. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value for money *by D***H on 14 February 2021* Excellent value for £30. It's a huge book, and contains detail on a whole array of manufacturing processes. Great for anyone with an idea for a product who is unsure which materials or methods to consider for its manufacture. ## Frequently Bought Together - Manufacturing Processes for Design Professionals - The Materials Sourcebook for Design Professionals - The Design of Everyday Things: Revised and Expanded Edition --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/48247650-manufacturing-processes-for-design-professionals](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/48247650-manufacturing-processes-for-design-professionals) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*