Combining engineering expertise with practical manufacturing knowledge.
We are specialists in developing the manufacturing processes that allow new products to move from concept to reliable, high-volume production. Through structured proof-of-principle testing and process development, and industrial proof-of-principle testing, we help manufacturers advance to technology readiness level of each process to a point of robustness that is required for high volume production de-risk new processes transform new concepts into new products and make them available to the market via scalable automated manufacturing systems.
By combining engineering expertise with practical manufacturing knowledge, we reduce risk by validating production methods to successfully industrialise complex processes.
Developing Automation for New Product Technologies
We support customers throughout the development of new automation with a structured approach to innovation and process validation.
Proof of Principle (POPri)
We undertake Proof of Principle (POPri) to establish the fundamental feasibility of a concept or technology. Sitting at the earliest stage of development, it validates whether an idea can work at all
Proof of Concept (POC)
We undertake Proof of Concept (PoC) to explore if a proposed manufacturing approach can be translated into a practical solution. Sitting at an early stage of development, it focuses on understanding how a concept behaves in reality.
Proof of Process (POPro)
We undertake Proof of Process (POPro) to demonstrate that a concept can operate reliably within a defined manufacturing environment. Sitting between concept validation and production, it focuses on repeatability and performance
Process Development
We undertake Process Development to refine and optimise manufacturing solutions before full automation is implemented. Sitting at the transition to production, it ensures processes are robust, efficient, and ready to scale.
Developing Automation for New Technologies
Many of the industries we support are dynamic and evolving, requiring new approaches to be constantly developed.
Medical Devices & Diagnostics: Wearable medical technologies often involve complex combinations of flexible materials, biosensors and micro-scale components. Our process development expertise allows us to automate previously manual assembly processes of membranes, reagents, plastics and electronic components for these compact products.
Advanced Wearable and Flexible Products: Innovative wearable technologies often require manufacturing methods that convert flat materials into complex functional products. Our automation development approach allows new product architectures to be validated and industrialised through controlled process development.
Bridging Innovation and Industrial Manufacturing
Innovation in manufacturing automation is not only about developing new technologies — it is about ensuring that those technologies can operate reliably at scale. Our development approach focuses on bridging the gap between product design and industrial manufacturing.
We ensure that innovative products can transition smoothly from laboratory development to global manufacturing.
- Validating manufacturing processes early in development
- Reducing technical and commercial risk for new products
- Optimising processes for stable cycle times and production reliability
- Designing automation platforms that scale from pilot production to high-volume manufacturing
Advancing Automation Through Innovation
Innovation is not only about developing new manufacturing processes — it is also about continuously improving how those processes are delivered. We actively explore and integrate emerging technologies that enhance product handling, assembly, filling, dosing and web converting capabilities.
This includes the evaluation and implementation of advanced motion and transport technologies, such as planar levitation systems, alongside next-generation robotics, sensing and control platforms. These technologies enable new levels of flexibility, reduced mechanical complexity and improved process control within automated production systems, to help customers unlock more efficient and adaptable manufacturing solutions.
Our Solutions.
Your product doesn’t rely on a single process — neither do we. We design fully integrated production systems that combine multiple technologies into one seamless platform.
Process IP Development and Protection
A key part of our innovation capability is the development of proprietary manufacturing processes that provide competitive advantage to our customers.
Our work with our customers creates unique manufacturing methods and process sequences, specialised automation technologies and differentiated production capabilities. Where appropriate, these innovations are protected through intellectual property strategies, ensuring long-term value for our customers.
Our engineering teams have contributed to patented process developments, holding co-inventorship on technologies that have improved production performance and accelerated time to market for leading companies across our sectors.
Where are you on your Automation Journey?
Wherever you are in your automation journey, we provide the expertise and solutions to help you move forward with confidence. From early-stage validation through to full-scale production, our flexible approach supports everything from proving concepts and processes to delivering fully integrated automation systems.
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Why Manufacturers Partner with Us for Innovation
Manufacturers developing new products choose us because we combine process development expertise with automation engineering capability.
- Proven methodologies for validating new manufacturing processes
- Reduced risk when industrialising novel product technologies
- Engineering expertise in complex materials and assemblies
- Scalable automation platforms for commercial production
- Support over the lifecycle of your product, from concept development through to full-scale manufacturing