The process of industrial design
Designing everyday objects, indoor and outdoor furniture, IoT products
- THE PROCESS OF GIVING AN OFFERIn the beginning, we listen to the prospective clients narrative about the product idea and leveraging our accumulated experiences, we add the necessary elements for future mass production. This process initiates the creation of a detailed quotation, which, after capturing the crucial technical, functional and aesthetic requirements, forms the basis of a business consultation. The outcome of this phase is a detailed quotation ready within two business days, delivered to you as an A4-sized PDF document.
- ANALYSE PHASEOnce we have authenticated the entrepreneurial or framework contract with our client involved in the project, the collaborative partnership begins. From the client's side, the outlined concept or the complete specifications for the product intended for production are handed over. It is a general truth that no two tasks are identical, so each one must be thoroughly reviewed in person during a workshop, covering every detail. Consequently, the next phase, involving manual sketch-based design, will be efficient in time management. Utilizing project management software in collaboration with the client enhances communication speed; we will personally recommend software for this purpose. The outcome of this phase: an A4-sized PDF documentation capturing every important detail of the task. This report will continuously expand as the design and production progress.
- SURFACE DESIGNWe update the benchmark research provided by the client with our own and finalize our design concepts through continuous communication. Our research findings are sourced from public resources; therefore, for mapping non-public patents, we need to provide a separate quotation. In the sketch phase, we begin developing at least three different design concepts, and by the end of the phase, one direction remains. If the product does not yet have a project identity, we can start designing it in this phase. The result of this graphic design is a brand identity manual that, for example, assists in the logo design of the future product with a properly prepared 2D vector silhouette and includes its RAL colors. The outcome of this phase: a design concept approved by the client, depicted with hand-drawn sketches, and the final project identity.
- TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTIn this phase, based on the industrial design, a prototype-level 3D CAD model is created. There are several stages to prototype production: 3D printing in plastic & metal, as well as production using small-batch vacuum casting. We offer these service types to gather sufficient experience for planning mass production, regarding the ergonomics, construction, and testing the of the future product. The outcome of this phase: Manufacturing possibilities for the following types of prototypes: Quote for plastic 3D printing; Quote for metal 3D printing / CNC milling.
- SERIAL PHASEThe accumulated knowledge base over the years is consolidated, leading to effective and logistically advantageous management. Based on the 3D CAD model approved by the client, the technical documentation for the steel injection mold, designed for high-volume production, is prepared, and upon completion of a final review (including CNC milling), it proceeds to execution. Our molds are manufactured according to Meusburger standards. Depending on the production volume, either steel or aluminum molds are produced. Mold manufacturing and injection molding are carried out at a single site, ensuring efficient timing. Storage of the manufactured products can be arranged jointly with the client for a predetermined period. The outcome of this phase: Completion of the injection mold capable of manufacturing in tested and verified quality, leading to the production of the agreed-upon high volume of products!
