Impact
Robust, innovative, manufacturable products
Mechanical design is fundamental to virtually every project we undertake.
Our expertise in creating original mechanical designs and then transforming prototypes into exceptional, manufacturable products in aggressive timeframes ensures our clients get to market fast.
We remain at the forefront of new techniques, processes and materials, delivering pioneering and robust mechanical design while meeting cost, performance and regulatory requirements.
Rapid prototyping
The rapid and representative realisation of new concepts into working physical test fixtures and prototypes means that we are able to test the feasibility of new ideas very quickly.
Our experience in rapid prototyping plays a crucial role in achieving optimal performance, reducing risk and increasing speed to market for our clients.
Experience
Versatility & breadth
Thanks to the sheer range of projects we handle, our experience in mechanical engineering and design is as broad as it is extensive.
From tiny mechanisms in plastic to large-scale production and processing equipment, consumer appliances, complex electronics, sensors and optical assemblies, we set the highest standards for engineering excellence.
We also have extensive experience in critical applications, from pressure housings for sub-sea oil and gas exploration to electro-mechanical surgical products.
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Tech, tools & facilities
Prototyping workshops
Our electronic and mechanical prototyping workshops allow us to produce technically credible prototypes that bring ideas to life and offer a powerful demonstration of their value. All while maintaining extremely high standards of quality that conform to ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and ISO 14001 regulations. Using the latest CNC and milling machines, lathes, welding gear and wire harness and cable assembly tools, we are able to produce parts very quickly and assemble full-scale working prototypes for testing and consumer trials.
3D printing
With various 3D printing machines at all our engineering sites, we are able to print 3D-designed parts to a representative size, form and material in rapid time. This means that we can iterate designs very quickly. Engineers can print their own parts, check for fit and function, make improvements and print again. We can also send 3D data to be printed on other sites working around the clock staffed by our engineering teams around the world.
Engineering workshops
Using hand and machine tools, laser cutters and 3D printers, this is where we create custom parts, build test jigs and fixtures and modify existing components. This means that our engineers can make changes to test pieces and prototypes whenever they need to, 24 hours a day.
Computer-aided design & engineering
Using the latest CAD and CAE systems, we design 3D parts for single tests pieces through to complete production assemblies with thousands of individual components. In addition to maintaining the most up-to-date software, we invest in developing proprietary tools and processes. Meanwhile, data management and version control systems allow us to work anywhere securely and efficiently.
Case studies
Pietro Fiorentini subsea sensor
Developing a high-performance, zero-maintenance subsea water cut sensor
accesso smart wearable
For their latest wearable device, accesso wanted to take their LoQueue virtual queuing solution to the next level, adding greater interactivity and creating new ways to connect with park guests during their visit.
Clearbridge BioMedics liquid biopsy enrichment
Second-generation liquid biopsy instrument for the automated enrichment of circulating tumour cells
News & insights
Webinar
How to increase profitability in indoor farming
Indoor farming promises high yield, high quality and locally-grown crops. But despite steadily decreasing operating costs, many crops are still not profitable. So, where are the innovation opportunities to drive down costs...
- Mechanical engineering
- Robotics
- Sensing
Whitepaper
The future of vertical farming: the intelligent ecosystem
Vertical farming promises a step change in production density, providing significant efficiency savings with the additional benefit of improved product quality. Vertical farming also presents the only viable option for growing crops within urban environments...
- Innovation management
- AI & Analytics
- Mechanical engineering
- Robotics
- Sensing
Vlog
The challenges of Human/Robot interaction in the real world
Robotics can enable humans to work better, faster and more precisely. We specialise in developing robotics in areas not traditionally automated, and sometimes in areas where automation was not even thought possible...
- AI & Analytics
- Embedded software
- Mechanical engineering
- Robotics
- Sensing
Press release
Cambridge companies unite to meet the COVID-19 ventilator challenge
Leading medical device development companies have been asked by the UK Government to develop and manufacture ventilators at massive speed.
Events
Event
Machines Conferences Chicago 2019
The Machines Conference looks at the advances in construction machinery, tools, and equipment that are revolutionizing the building process.
Event
BIOMEDevice Boston Conference 2019
BIOMEDevice Boston Conference represents the vibrant East Coast Medical Device Ecosystem and offers the opportunity for attendees to discover the latest advancements in MedTech R&D and product development. We will proudly contribute to this year’s programme.
Event
RDD Europe 2019
We're excited to once again be exhibiting at RDD Europe. The RDD conference series is recognized as one of the premier international meetings in focused in nasal and pulmonary drug delivery.
Event
GIANT Health Event
Europe's greatest festival of health tech innovation. The Global Innovation and New Technology Health Event showcases leading health tech from around the world and is accelerating innovation in an inspiring and creative environment.
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