Expert Rapid Prototyping Services Near Michigan

Paul Dathe brings over 25 years of passion for helping people manufacture plastic parts. He founded Evōk Polymers to deliver the highest quality injection molded components at optimized prices through proprietary technology and white-glove service. His expertise spans engineering, product design, and injection molding problem-solving. Before Evok, Paul led new product development at Caliber Products, launching 13 products while growing sales 540% and expanding from 25 to 144 customers with 100% retention. He directed all aspects of product development including tooling, 3D modeling, prototype fabrication, testing, tolerance analysis, and mold flow studies. Previously, as Senior Mechanical Engineer at Entegris, Paul managed a $40 million product line for semiconductor applications. His career began at Rollerblade as a design and prototype engineer, followed by roles at General Mills and Boston Scientific. Paul holds four U.S. utility patents, is a Six Sigma black belt, earned a BS in Mechanical Design from Bemidji State University with emphasis in rapid prototyping and 3D modeling, and is a member of Allied Executives and the Institute of Packaging Professionals.

Jason is a seasoned industrial designer passionate about creating innovative and functional products that solve real problems. His design approach is deeply influenced by his empathetic nature—living in a multi-generational household with his wife, two sons, and mother has sharpened his ability to observe human behavior and understand user needs. This insight translates directly into thoughtful, user-centered product design that anticipates real-world usage patterns. Jason's work balances aesthetic appeal with practical functionality, ensuring prototypes not only look impressive but perform flawlessly in their intended applications. When he's not collaborating on prototype designs, Jason enjoys exploring his passions for cooking and gaming, activities that fuel his creative problem-solving abilities and keep his design thinking fresh and innovative.

Shawn brings decades of creative force to advanced product development projects, with particular expertise in communicating evolving design concepts through physical and digital means. He excels at building complex mechanical and visual prototypes in various materials, creating photorealistic renderings in Otoy OctaneRender®, and developing layouts and diagrams with Adobe Creative Cloud. Shawn's ability to find molded part solutions that can be prototyped and confirmed before tooling has been instrumental in reducing risk on large-scale projects. His involvement in pre-molding design reviews has saved clients significant time and money by identifying and resolving potential issues early in development. Shawn holds several patents and has conducted research spanning consumer products to biotech and medical facilities. His twin passions for photography and live music inform his keen eye for detail and aesthetic sensibility, which he brings to every prototype project.

Daniel's expertise in system and process design, coupled with his ability to cultivate strategic partnerships, distinguishes him as a leader in transforming manufacturing relationships. His passion for innovation and collaboration drives his work creating Lean Partnership-Based Organizations that empower small and mid-sized businesses. At Evok, Daniel leads initiatives challenging traditional norms in part design, prototyping, tooling, and injection mold manufacturing. His vision extends beyond disruption—he's building a community centered on continuous improvement, mutual benefit, and genuine partnership. Evok's commitment to transforming industry standards aligns perfectly with Daniel's drive for sustainable growth and innovation. His proficiency as a facilitator, public speaker, teacher, and coach, combined with his talent for team building and mentorship, ensures clients receive not just prototyping services but strategic guidance throughout their product development journey. Under his leadership, Evok establishes new benchmarks for collaborative manufacturing success.