Pacific Research Laboratories

Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. is a research and development manufacturing company. It is also the leading producer of Sawbones, designed to simulate the bone architecture as well as the bone’s physical properties. Founded in 1976, and now with about 175 employees (as of May 2016), it is the largest manufacturer on Vashon, and is locally referred to as "The Bone Factory."

Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. also has capabilities in:

» Research and Development (R&D) Prototypes » Short Run Production » Rapid Prototyping

and is the manufacturer for Seaglider™ fairings, wings and rudders as well as Super Shroud cell tower concealment shrouds. Seaglider™ is an underwater glider type of autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) developed by the University of Washington.

Other detailed capabilities of Pacific Research Laboratories include:

· Product development and design by an experienced engineering staff, including quick-turnaround projects using urethanes, silicones, glass/carbon fibers, braided fiberglass, thermoplastics, electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatics. · Creation of prototypes, master patterns, and tooling. · Reverse engineering, and laser scanning. · Manufacturing using 3D printing, 3-axis CNC router, 4-axis CNC machining, and a triaxial fiberglass braider.

In December 2010, Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. became employee owned, under an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).

Sawbones has been developed specifically for surgical training where a realistic bone specimen is required.