The intent of this guide is to provide insight into the thought process necessary to create detailed sheet metal parts that are manufacturable in a production environment.
Sheet Metal Design Guide & Drawing Considerations Read More »
This assessment is intended to help guide you where you are in the development process and the amount of work that remains to achieve production.
Manufacturing Readiness Self-Evaluation Read More »
A list of items to consider when creating a drawing for mechanical components, PCB/ PCBA, cable harnesses
Background A Colorado-based start-up approached Zebulon Solutions to help with the design of an algae-monitoring buoy to be deployed in waterways. Two of the key challenges to overcome was an enclosure that would be both waterproof and self-righting. Project Goals Incorporating an algae sensor with cellular and GPS capabilities into a floating device Ensuring a
Waterproof Enclosure Design Read More »
In a joint effort with our customer, Zebulon Solutions developed and evolutionary approach to get to market early and generate cash flow.
Wearable Instrument Design Read More »
‘Twas the night before launch day, in the factory so bright….
‘Twas the Night before Launch Day Read More »
Hardware development can feel like an unending process of iterations and unexpected detours. Zebulon Solutions can help navigate the challenges and avoid common pitfalls throughout the development process. What is your next step?
Product Development Process Overview Read More »
Up to this point, you’ve been heavily involved in every detail of your product, but in production your manufacturing partners assume day-to-day ownership. Even though they will manage most of the details, it is paramount to have on-going communication and management oversight; it is your product after all.
Hardware Development Finish Line: Achieving Steady-State Production Read More »
This first build will reveal how ready your product is for manufacturing since statistical quantities are likely to be produced. If there are a large percentage of defects, this can indicate that the design is not ready for production.
Pilot Phase: Manufacturing Readiness Drives Initial Production Success Read More »
The result you want from Beta is no changes to the design, or, extremely minor changes. If you have big changes, you’ll have to repeat Beta or possibly even Alpha again.
Building Your Beta Product Read More »
