Fresh Perspectives and Bold Ideas

Here's where we share stories, spark ideas and dive into the world of product design. From creative breakthroughs to industry trends, this is where curiosity meets innovation.

20 September 2019
Project Costs

Project Cost Examples Project Costs – TCS Enclosure Development Project Costs – Tattoo Machine

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30 August 2019
Enclosure Design for EMC

Why is EMC needed? When enclosures are designed, it’s essential that the regulatory and RF environments where the systems will be used are taken into account. Some solutions that perform well in laboratories may fail in other environments. EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) must be considered well before the final stage of a product’s development. If problems […]

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30 August 2019
Aquaplane secure new distribution deal

It has been a fantastic few months for our client Aquaplane. After exhibiting at ISPO Outdoor, Munich, they have secured a lucrative new distribution deal covering the UK and Europe. The product has also had great feedback from National Back-stroke Champion Jonny Carlisle; “Aquaplane is a amazing product what can last all the way through a […]

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20 August 2019
Where Does the Rugby Ball Design Come From? 

Discover the fascinating design evolution of the rugby ball in our "Origins of Designed Objects" series. Learn how shape, material, and purpose make Rugby Union and Rugby League balls unique game-changers.

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1 August 2019
What is product thinking? How does it fit into product design?

Product thinking is all about looking at specific problems that might be faced by users and why people would use a specific product. When people are thinking about user experience design, they can spend more time thinking about developing features than why people would buy a product in the first place. No matter how useful […]

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25 June 2019
100 Years Of Bauhaus Industrial Design

Bauhaus, for many, has been one of the most influential, if not the most influential modernist art schools of the last century. Modern art has been shaped by a range of genres from Surrealism to Abstract Expressionism but each of these heavily centred around painting. It was not until the Bauhaus movement that a wider […]

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11 June 2019
Designing a rugged product for outdoors and harsh environments

There are many considerations to make when designing a product for use in outdoor conditions and harsh environments. You want all of your products to be hard wearing and durable, while still being appealing and fit for purpose. Products destined for outdoor use are subjected to harsh weather conditions, exposure to UV radiation from sunlight,  […]

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29 May 2019
Famous Designs: The Red Telephone Box

Striking and iconic, the red telephone box has been a beloved fixture in both busy cities and more far-flung locations in the UK for over 90 years. The image of Britain’s red telephone box goes hand in hand with the red bus and red letterbox, all easily recognisable symbols of Britain.  The design was created […]

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17 May 2019
4D Products Win Innovation Awards

We are delighted to announce that 4D Products has won the prestigious Merseyside Innovation Award  for April 2019 for our development of the MicroGym Fitness system.     "Daresbury-based 4D Products have been announced as the April monthly winners of the 2019 Merseyside Innovation Awards (MIA). The MIA’s aim to help companies transform their ideas into […]

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8 May 2019
How do bioplastics compare to regular plastics

Thanks to their lightweight, strong and moldable properties, plastics are one of the most versatile materials on the planet. Their applications include packaging, vehicle safety, medical equipment, electronics and many more. To keep up with global demand, over 18 trillion pounds of plastic have been produced - making it one of the most abundant man-made […]

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