While the initial medical and robotic component designs may be technically sound, they can sometimes pose unseen manufacturing challenges only identifiable by skilled engineers and equipment operators. ACHB’s ISO 13485-certified design for manufacturability services for medical devices addresses challenges posed by difficult-to-machine features or specifying unnecessarily tight tolerances that increase production costs and extend timelines.
Optimized Medical Part Designs: Class I & II Devices
Our team of engineers and designers thoroughly analyzes medical part designs to identify potential manufacturing challenges. This includes the complex geometries and tolerance requirements of Class I and Class II medical devices that may benefit from more direct machining services to lower costs and improve production efficiency under ISO 13485 or FDA standards.
Production-Ready Robotics Through DFM Engineering
Robotics and automated machinery require durable alloys, unique part designs, and repeatable production environments that deliver consistent performance. Whether that means utilizing advanced materials designed to endure challenging conditions or complex geometries that provide adequate maneuverability and functionality, ACHB is capable of turning early-stage prototypes into production-ready designs with DFM support.
Beyond functionality, our team considers how individual components will work together when assembled. Our manufacturing experience allows us to foresee potential assembly challenges early in the design phase, such as:
Tolerance Compatibility & Stack Up
When tolerances for multiple components or larger assemblies are combined, misalignment or fit issues can arise. ACHB helps customers identify and adjust these tolerances to ensure proper assembly in medical devices and robotic components.
Hidden Interference Issues
Complex designs sometimes result in interference between components that are not immediately apparent in the early design or prototyping phase. Our team can help detect and resolve these issues to ensure smooth operations and reduce costly production delays.
A key aspect of component design is ensuring that parts are market-ready and cost-effective over time. ACHB's industry experience allows us to:
Recommend Standard Sizes and Materials
Custom sizes or materials can often be challenging and costly to source. We help engineers select standard sizes or more readily available materials that meet design requirements while reducing production time and expenses.
Plan for Future Cost Reduction
Minimizing costs becomes increasingly crucial as products move from prototype to mass production. ACHB guides design changes that reduce manufacturing expenses without sacrificing quality. This includes identifying areas where simpler designs or alternative manufacturing processes can improve production as demand scales.
Part designs are only one aspect of the design-for-manufacturability assistance offered by the experienced engineers at ACHB. Finding the optimal materials for full-scale production and achieving desired tolerances is critical to end performance in medical or robotic applications.
Optimized Material Choice
Selecting from various alloys and advanced resins is crucial for manufacturability and suitability for use in medical environments or high-volume automated production facilities. Our team is experienced in traditional aluminum, stainless steel, and titanium alloys, along with other advanced heat-resistant super alloys and resins.
Precision Tolerances & Part Geometries
Designers occasionally choose materials that are either expensive or difficult to source. Our knowledge of material sourcing and machining compatibility helps ensure that the selected materials are suitable for the design, readily available, and cost-effective, to minimize lead times and production costs
Experts In Component Design
By partnering with ACHB for your component design needs, you can ensure your designs are optimized for manufacturability, cost efficiency, and scalability, setting the stage for successful production and long-term performance. Contact our team to learn more about how we can support your next project.