Missing Part for Menorah

This design project required replacing the missing center candle holder, called the “Shamash”. A design was generated in CAD, then a prototype was printed to evaluate fit and aesthetics. Once a final design was conceived, a manufacturing process was chosen to create the part. Lost wax casting was chosen as an economical process that would result in an excellent surface finish.

It is a process not available in-house, but an appropriate vendor was identified. Once the part was received all parts were buffed to give a uniform, polished finish.

• Design time: 3 hours

• Final fit & finish: 1 hour