In product design, the functionality, manufacturability, and cost level of the product are determined. If these are considered from the very start, problems can be avoided later and a smooth transition to production ensured. In product design, we always consider manufacturing technologies and production process requirements.

The objective is a solution that is:

• technically functional
• efficient to produce
• scalable to production

We co-operate closely with the customer’s product development to ensure the solutions function in practice, not only on the design board.

Design determines the costs and quality

For the most part, the costs and quality of a product are determined already in the design stage. By optimizing product structure and manufacturability, we can:

• reduce material use
• bring down production costs
• improve product functionality
• reduce errors and risks
• reduce CO₂ emissions

This is reflected directly in both product performance and overall costs.

Modern deep drawing technology reduced our customer’s annual steel consumption by 150,000 kilograms and CO₂ emissions by 300,000 kilograms.

Manufacturability analysis suggests the right solutions

Manufacturability analysis is good for ensuring the product can be manufactured efficiently and reliably with the chosen technology. We analyse product structure, materials, tolerances, and manufacturing methods already during the design stage for early identification of potential challenges.

This helps avoid the need for modifications at later stages and ensures a smooth transition to production.

Simulation and technical optimization

We utilize modern design tools and simulation to predict the behaviour of a product even before manufacturing.

Simulation can be used to optimize, for example:

• material behaviour during moulding
• product geometry and tolerances
• tool solutions and process parameters
• stresses, recoveries and deformations

This way, we make sure the product can be manufactured efficiently and functions as intended.

Technical support for product development

We work as part of our customers’ product development and provide technical support already at an early stage of design. The cooperation can cover product modelling and simulation, manufacturing method selection, prototypes and low-volume series, as well as tool design and manufacturing.

The cooperation speeds up decision-making, reduces risks and helps ensure that the end result works both technically and in production.