Products

DEMCON is the ideal partner for small and medium-sized enterprises in the introduction of their innovative products to existing and new markets. DEMCON has all the required disciplines at its disposal – from mechanics, electronics and software to industrial design, prototyping and production – in order to translate high-end, complete mechatronic solutions into products with a good chance of success. By integrating all these disciplines and focusing on manageability, DEMCON knows how to make market introductions successful. To do this, it takes into account aspects such as ‘make or buy’, short lead time, and service and maintenance.

In addition, DEMCON sets itself apart with its phased project approach that keeps in mind the bigger picture. This project approach is described in detail under Working Method. Some of the seven steps are supplemented specifically for product development, as follows:
1. Formulate a user scenario and perform a competition analysis and a product design study.
Make an inventory of which standards the product should conform to.
2. Produce a design concept.
Elaborate on the user scenario.
Make an initial estimate of the end product’s cost price and select the production techniques.
3. Set down in detail the cost price and once-only tooling expenses.
Involve the right suppliers in the production.
5. Manufacture an initial prototype of the product with rapid prototyping techniques for the more complex machine parts.
7. Check whether the user understands the product by conducting user tests.
Analyze the assembly.
If possible, conduct initial tests for certification.

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