CAD ENGINEERING
Duku provides a range of CAD Engineering services to turn initial concepts into prototype-ready designs or professional product visualisations.
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Using state of the art CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software, our product design team transform ideas into high-quality 3D CAD models, developing form, functionality and mechanical details whilst ensuring viable and cost-effective design solutions.
CAD VISUALISATION
Duku offer CAD Visualisation services suitable for creating professional product presentations and 3D CAD Animations, allowing you to maximise the impact of your invention idea without incurring the cost of comprehensive design and development.
This approach is ideal for clients looking to secure further investment in their invention ideas, or for those wanting to create high quality product presentations explaining the product and it’s functions.
CAD FOR PROTOTYPING
​​​​​​Our CAD engineering services are dedicated to enhancing product functionality, styling, and assembly through the use of advanced 3D Computer Aided Design software. Our iterative approach allows for the exploration and development of product details, the interaction of components, and an effective manufacturing strategy.
3D CAD models created during this process facilitate the development of virtual and physical prototypes which allow real-world evaluation of product performance. Feedback from prototypes is integrated into the CAD modelling process to guarantee optimal design solutions for our clients.
DESIGN FOR MANUFACTURE
Duku's product designers and partner manufacturing companies have extensive experience in design for manufacture (DFM). Our CAD Engineering is completed with manufacturing and production feasibility in mind from the start.
Our CAD design for manufacture (DFM) focuses on pre-production design refinement, resolving and optimising design details for the chosen injection moulding or tooling strategy to ensure a cost effective manufacturing approach for our clients.​​
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NEXT STEPS: HOW TO MAKE A PROTOTYPE OF YOUR IDEA
Duku offer a range of Product Design Services to help guide you through your new product development journey.
After CAD engineering is completed, projects move into Prototype Development or Electronic Development.
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What product design services does your product design consultancy offer?We offer a comprehensive range of services, including concept development, prototyping, CAD engineering and manufacturing support. For full details please see our service videos.
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What sets your product design consultancy apart from others in the industry?Duku offers a one-stop shop for the entire product design process, we have a full range of product design services from concept development to mass production manufacture. Meaning you don't have to source different suppliers as you develop your product and allowing changes to be made much faster than other design consultancies. Duku are experts in developing intellectual property within a design. We have a unique partnership with our sister company Albright IP, who are a leading Patent and Trademark Attorney, which streamlines the IP application process. Our consultancy stands out due to our multidisciplinary team, people-centric approach and a proven track record of delivering innovative and successful product designs.
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What products or industries do you specialise in?Our product design consultancy has experience across a wide variety of industries, including consumer products, sports & fitness, pet products, health and beauty, electro-mechanical devices and more. We adapt our design approach to meet the specific needs of each industry and project. Please see our work for an idea of the projects we have completed.
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Can you provide examples of successful products you've designed in the past?Absolutely. Please view our our work of our past projects, including case studies that highlight the challenges we faced, our design solutions, and the ultimate success of the products in the market.
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How do you approach the initial concept development of product design?Our product design process typically begins with a thorough understanding of your vision, target audience and market. We conduct market research, ideation sessions and collaborate closely with you to define the project scope. Our team will generate ideas and concepts to help broaden the potential IP in our process and ensure the chosen design taken forward is thoroughly considered from the outset.
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What experience do you have in user experience (UX) within physical product design?User experience is integral to our design philosophy. We consider how consumers will interact with the product, ensuring that it not only looks appealing but also functions seamlessly and intuitively. We aim to make our designs as accessible and user friendly as possible, so that they can be used by many, not few. Our success in this area has been recognised by winning the Innovate UK Inclusive Innovation Award making us one of the best product design agencies in the UK!
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How do you stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in product design?Our team actively engages in ongoing education, attends industry conferences, and stays connected with the latest advancements in materials, technologies, and design trends to ensure our clients receive cutting-edge and innovative solutions. We also are actively involved in sharing our work and research, regularly visiting Universities and events to talk on subjects including inclusive and accessible design.
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How do you ensure that the final product aligns with our brand identity?We prioritise understanding your brand values and aesthetics. Our design process not only involves meeting your product specifications, but also includes collaboration with your team to ensure that the final product aligns seamlessly with your brand identity and resonates with your target audience. Our team of experienced designers can also create your branding if this is a new venture, ensuring it perfectly aligns with the development of your product. For an example of this visit our Kitt Medical case study page, showcasing how our design team seamlessly created an award winning product and brand to treat Anaphylaxis in schools.
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Can you assist with packaging design for our products?Yes, we offer packaging design services to ensure that your product is not only well-designed but also presented attractively on the retail shelf. Packaging design is an integral part of the overall product experience.
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Can you assist with prototyping and manufacturing coordination?Absolutely. We not only create prototypes to validate and refine designs in-house, but also assist in coordinating with manufacturing partners to bring the product to market efficiently.
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Do you assist with the transition from design to manufacturing?Absolutely. We provide support throughout the manufacturing phase, including coordinating with production partners, ensuring quality control, and addressing any issues that may arise during the manufacturing process. We can help manage the transition to production, overseeing the tooling, sampling and delivery of the first production batch.
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Can you assist with materials and manufacturing considerations?Absolutely. We work closely with material experts and have strong relationships with manufacturing partners to ensure that the chosen materials align with the design vision and meet production feasibility.