Product Design & Development

Turn Concepts into Manufacturable Products

The journey from a working technology to a manufacturable product requires a specific blend of technical expertise and thoughtful design. We specialize in turning proven concepts into robust, user-focused products that are ready to be commercialized. While product design is often associated with industrial design, we approach design in a very holistic way, with deep engineering rigor and continual sensitivity to the design aesthetics, usability, and performance of the product.

Engineering the Leap from Prototype to Production

You’ve demonstrated your technology’s capabilities. Now, it’s about refining that innovation into a product that’s not only effective but also intuitive, reliable, and manufacturable. This encompasses a broad range of activities, from concept refinement and detailed mechanical design to advanced prototyping, testing, and design for manufacturing (DFM).

Our team of engineers excels at the intricate technical work required to bring your product to life. We bridge the gap between “it works” and “it’s ready,” ensuring every component, every material, and every assembly step is optimized for performance and production.

Integrating Industrial Design for a Complete Solution

While many companies seek product design primarily for its aesthetic appeal, we understand that industrial design can be a critical component of a successful product. It’s about enhancing user experience, ensuring usability, and creating a cohesive brand identity through the product’s look and feel.

Seamless Integration of Design & Engineering

For clients who prioritize this, we leverage the broader Re:Build ecosystem. This collaboration allows us to offer a holistic product development experience. You benefit from a single point of contact and a unified project team that ensures engineering integrity and industrial design vision are aligned from the start.

Tailored Solutions for Every Cllient

We understand that every client’s needs are unique. For scrappy startups, the immediate focus might be purely on functional engineering. For larger enterprises, there may be a strong emphasis on industrial design for next-gen products. We tailor our approach to fit your specific goals and budget, ensuring you get exactly what you need, when you need it.

Embedded Systems

Hardware and Software Systems Integration

Our embedded systems capabilities are integral to our product design and development process, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to manufacturing. Our team designs and develops custom embedded electronics, encompassing schematic capture, PCB layout, fabrication, and assembly, always with an eye towards high-volume production and supply chain considerations. We have deep expertise in microcontroller-based systems and offer comprehensive embedded software development, including low-level firmware for direct hardware control and higher-level software on platforms like embedded Linux.

Advanced Simulation for Design Optimization

We employ multi-physics simulation tools to refine and optimize product designs. Our expertise in structural mechanics, thermal systems, and fluid dynamics allows us to analyze complex systems using industry-leading software like COMSOL Multiphysics, ANSYS, and SolidWorks Simulation. By integrating these advanced simulation capabilities, we can validate design decisions, identify potential improvements, and ensure your product meets or exceeds performance requirements before moving into manufacturing.

Compliance Support

Design with Compliance in Mind

We understand that navigating regulatory and legal landscapes is an important part of bringing a product to market. We proactively integrate these considerations into our design process by collaborating with our clients to support their commercialization goals. This includes advising on material and component selection, providing necessary documentation, and designing the product to facilitate the required testing for certifications like those from UL or for submission to the FDA. Our collaborative approach helps address potential roadblocks early and streamlines your path to market.

Case Study

Making Blood Tests Accessible, One Drop at a Time

Our team was instrumental in bringing Sight OLO to life. We designed the blood test analyzer and its integrated fluidic consumables, which feature a custom microscope. Our work optimized the entire system, enabling Sight Diagnostics to deliver rapid, accurate CBC results from just two drops of blood, making testing faster and more accessible.

Sight Diagnostics - OLO

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