Research
Research allows the Client to make informed decisions on the function, features, aesthetics, benefits, price and cost of your new product. We help businesses identify what motivates buyers and other key factors for success in the retail environment.
Research services include:
- Internet research
- Competitive analysis
- New category research
- Price point analysis
Industrial Design
Industrial Design pulls together the ideas of form, fit & function. In this process, it is not unusual to have dozens of sketches, each with different ideas to convey. Once it has been narrowed down to 3-4 concepts, they are then presented to the Client to determine a design direction.
Industrial Design services include:
- Brainstorming
- Sketching of concepts
- Product design
- Photorealistic computer renderings
Engineering
Engineering and industrial design produce the best results when developed together in simultaneous collaboration because the opportunities and challenges for both are interdependent. It is at this point when we determine materials, components, design-for-manufacturing, etc.
Engineering services include:
- 3D CAD, utilizing Creo (Pro Engineer), Solidworks, etc.
- Creating engineering drawings
- Design of electronic components and assemblies
- Obtaining quotes for molds, dies, tooling, etc.
- Developing Bills of Material, component pricing, etc.
Prototyping
Having a prototype in-hand is an invaluable resource. Nothing compares to actually holding the product. This gives the Client the opportunity to assess all of the features and details of a product design.
Prototyping services include:
- Strictly appearance model
- Actual functioning model
- Utilize SLA or FDM methods of part creation
- Assembly of electronics
- Metal fabrication
- Package design
POP & Fixture Display
Store fixtures and display units are an important tool in creating an interesting and satisfying experience for consumers.
Display services include:
- Acrylic stands
- Custom wood fixtures
- Countertop displays
- Graphic sign holders
- Loss prevention
- Graphic design
- Product displays designed to fit Lozier, Madix, etc.
Additional Support
Our network of domestic and overseas parts suppliers can design, build, fabricate and manufacture your product. Services include molding, casting, stamping, metal fabrication, and machining.
Manufacturing Support
- Technical Drawings & Documentation
- Manufacturing Method Recommendation
- Domestic and International Sourcing (molds, components, assemblies)
- Supplier/Vendor Selection & Qualification
- Agency Approvals (UL, CSA)
Marketing Materials
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Professional Photography
Other
- IP Documentation (Patent, Trademark, Copyright)
- Electronic System Design (PCB, LED Lighting, Powered Systems)
- Reverse Engineering
- Product licensing