Premium lineSupercritical midsoles
Explore supercritical midsole development around the intended application, polymer grade and complete sole construction. Define the material targets and evaluation plan before comparing samples.
Development conceptGenerated concept visual · Construction and specifications are project-specific.
Plate & Assembly
Carbon-plate systems
Explore plate integration as part of the complete sole system. Define the plate’s purpose, geometry, material and position alongside the surrounding foam and outsole.
Start with
the right questions.
A visible insert is not a complete plate specification. A useful brief identifies why the plate is included, how it fits the sole geometry and what the assembled prototype must demonstrate. Review candidate materials, placement and joining details with the factory, then assess the actual assembly against agreed tests and use conditions.
Project overviewA direction to develop.
A direction to develop.
A brief to define.
| Project format | Plate integration · Prototype assembly |
|---|---|
| Application | Plated road-running development concepts, Trail-footwear protection or stiffness briefs, Visible-insert lifestyle constructions |
| Specification | Defined with your brief, reference size and agreed evaluation methods. |
| Customisation | Material, geometry, colour, branding and construction reviewed by project. |
| Tooling & quantity | Existing or new tooling, size mix and order conditions confirmed after review. |
| Next step | Share references, priorities and the questions your sample should answer. |
Bring to the conversation
What we’ll define together.
- Plate material identity and component dimensions
- Plate curvature, length and positioning references
- Surrounding foam geometry and material specifications
- Insert interfaces, surface preparation and joining method
- Stiffness, fatigue and assembly evaluation methods
- Size-grading and representative-sample plan
- Component sourcing, tooling scope and approval schedule
Keep the application in view
Trade-offs worth discussing.
- Compare plate alternatives within the same assembly where possible; changes to foam, geometry or outsole coverage can complicate interpretation.
- Review exposed inserts for assembly integrity and use-related contact rather than selecting a window solely for its appearance.
- Plan size grading and evaluation across the intended wearer range instead of assuming one plate configuration translates directly to every size.
Your starting questions.
- What specific function should the plate serve in this shoe?
- Which plate material, geometry and stiffness measurement method are proposed?
- How will the plate position and surrounding components be specified?
- Does the intended use require checking current competition or market requirements?
Keep exploringAnother direction
Another direction
for your collection.
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Running ConstructionRunning sole systems
Develop a road-running sole around the runner, training purpose and intended construction. Review midsole geometry, outsole coverage and the upper interface as one specification.
Age-Range DevelopmentKids & junior soles
Plan kids’ and junior footwear around the specified age range, last and use case. Coordinate component dimensions, flex evaluation, surface contact and market requirements within a clear development brief.
From a concept.
To a clearer brief.
Bring an application, a reference or an open question. Let’s turn it into a useful development brief.