At Isoliments, we think that we create successful products with the help of a planned and well-developed design course. Since the initial concept to mass production, all the phases of the product design stages have been critical in maintaining performance, reliability and product success in the market. We are skilled in the field of Industrial Product Design and Industrial Product Design and Development, allowing us to convert the brilliant ideas into practical, manufacturing-viable products to be used in various industries.
This blog covers the entire concept to production process, the development of ideas, prototyping, and manufacturing with a heavy emphasis on the industrial design principles and manufacturability.
Product design is not merely about aesthetics, but a process that is systematic and integrated involving engineering, usability, material and manufacturing considerations. In the industrial product design, priority is put on the development of products that are functional, durable, efficient and scalable to the production environment.
A strong industrial product design and development process balances:
Idea Generation and Market Understanding
Each industrial product is converging on the need that is clearly defined. The concept phase involves trying to know the problems in the operation, what the industry requires and what opportunities it can get. The stage lays the groundwork of a viable and market-focused product.
Key activities include:
The reality-driven approach of this research is that the concept development in product design has to be realistic, valuable and in line with the industrial applications.
Concept Development
After the idea has undergone validation, it is narrowed down into a clear product concept. Preliminary sketches and layout are done to form a picture of the product and essential functions and performance goals are well outlined. The product form, size and configuration is also described during this stage. In product design of industrial products, the step is necessary to balance the operating requirements with engineering feasibility before proceeding into the detailed design.
Defining Technical Specifications
An organized industrial product design and development process relies on clearly spelt out technical specifications. These standards determine design, engineering and manufacturing teams during the development process.
Specifications typically cover:
Clarity in specifications reduces design rework and also brings uniformity in all stages of product design steps.
Detailed Design and CAD Modeling
The product now passes into detailed design with the specifications known. To define every component and assembly, engineers come up with accurate 2D drawings and 3D CAD models.
This stage enables teams to:
One of the most important steps in the process of bridging the gap between designing and production is prototype creation process. It enables on-the-job testing of the product prior to making any massive production decision.
What is a Prototype?
A prototype refers to a physical or functional model of the product that is used to test form, fit and function. In designing industrial products, prototypes prove the engineering assumptions and ensure that they are usable in real conditions of operation.
Prototyping helps to:
Types of Prototypes
There are types of prototypes that can be used with various development aims:
All the prototype phases are important and give valuable information to enhance the final design.
Testing and Iteration
Prototypes are put through the test to determine the performance, durability, safety and user interaction in the expected operating conditions. Serviceability and maintenance access also are evaluated. Testing feedback is used to make the design refined and through a series of iterations. This cycle is crucial in the product engineering process and the product is greatly optimized before it is produced.
Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
The product design is freely made to be efficient in manufacturing prior to the mass production. DFM is also able to guarantee a consistent production of the product with the same quality and cost-efficiency.
DFM focuses on:
Tooling and Pilot Production
Special tooling, moulds and fixtures are designed to assist in manufacturing. Pilot production runs are done to test the processes and determine the quality consistency and the problems associated with the production processes. These experiments enable last minute corrections prior to scaling up and an error-free production process.
Full-Scale Production and Delivery
After the validation process on the production process is done, the product is transferred to full scale production. Intimate collaboration among design, manufacturing, and quality departments will result in the final product satisfying both performance and design goals, as well as delivery schedules, completing the end-to-end product design journey.
The process of product design encompassing the idea to manufacture can be faced by a number of challenges that may affect time, costs and quality. Some common hurdles include:
At Isoliments, we guarantee that all product paths, concept to production, are carried out with accuracy and industry prowess. Our solutions are dependable, efficient and market-ready because of the combination of design, prototyping, and manufacturing best practices. Our systematic strategy converts innovative ideas into quality products that address the industrial needs of the real world.
