Tone Studio provided the final surface finishing and CMF execution for this Precor® Slat Tread treadmill appearance model. Shown here in its shipping crate, the model was meticulously prepared for global trade show launch, featuring refined surfaces, texture-consistent color matching, and production-quality detailing.
Live demo of the Precor® Slat Tread at HFA, showcasing the production-quality prototype finished by Tone Studio®
The Precor® Slat Tread prototype on display at HFA, drawing attention with its production-quality finish and integrated design.
The Precor® Slat Tread appearance model, finished by Tone Studio®, seen here in action at the HFA trade show. The model's precise color matching, satin texture work, and realistic detailing helped generate strong engagement from attendees and positioned the product for a successful global launch.
Precor® Slat Tread – Appearance Model Finishing
We partnered with Precor® to support the global debut of their new Slat Tread treadmill, delivering a high-fidelity appearance model on an accelerated timeline. Our role focused on elevating the visual quality of machined components through precise finishing and detail execution.
Process:
Surface Refinement:
Performed critical surface adjustments to ensure all transitions and panel blends were seamless—eliminating tool marks and inconsistencies to achieve a clean, production-intent finish.
Color Matching & Finish Consistency:
Formulated multiple base shades of the same color to account for Delta deviation caused by varying texture callouts—an intensive process requiring specialized equipment and tight calibration.
Material Integration:
Several rail components featured overmold seams that required blending, sanding, and finishing—without compromising their flexible, tactile quality. With the base material unknown, we turned to our partners at Smooth‑On®, who recommended Habitat® Flex Epoxy Putty tinted with SO‑STRONG™ Black. This material bonded reliably to the unidentified rubber substrate and held up to sanding with no tearing, peeling, or degradation—allowing us to achieve clean seams while preserving the rubbery feel the design team intended.
Detailing:
Simulated a pad-printed pause button using a dry transfer graphic, then applied a satin MT11010 texture over the top for a realistic, production-grade effect.
The Result?
A sleek, brand-aligned appearance model that launched at HFA and FIBO, helping Precor® showcase their next-generation product with confidence and clarity.
“Bryan and his team had the eye and skill to create finished appearance model parts even better than actual molded components... You can’t do better than Tone.”
— Sean Horita, Head of Design, Precor®