A product we designed has just been featured as the cover story on a highly regarded industry magazine, Develop 3D. For any new product or business the challenge of reaching potential customers in a way they are comfortable to engage with is a constant challenge. No body likes a hard sell, give people something interesting […]
Do you fancy paying just 10% corporation tax? No we don't know Jimmy Carrs' accountant, an initiative by the HMRC named The Patent Box, which begins in August 2013, rewards businesses who are actively developing and patenting new products and technology. A very attractive rate of just 10% should be a great incentive to get creative and […]
At 4D we are always looking to invest in new technology's that can benefit our clients. We are pleased to introduce a new interactive virtual product review software tool. When we create 3D CAD data, we can now offer photo realistic, 360 degree interactive previews of the new product. The high level of quality means they can […]
4D Products recent Design and Innovation Award has been featured in the Manchester Evening News business news. menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/news/business - This link has now been removed from the site.
4D were delighted to attend the official office launch of Secure Electrans offices in Ellesmere Port. It was great to see the HomePay product demos, here's what it does... "Secure Electrans’ HomePay is a concept which is revolutionary in its simplicity – a device that allows safe, secure EMV Chip & PIN transactions at home"
The TimeCode Buddy wifi Master, one of 4D Products’ most recent design projects, has beaten giants such as Sony and Canon to be awarded the prestigious IABM Peter Wayne Award - as well as an IABM Award for Excellence - at this year’s IABM Awards for Design & Innovation at the IBC show in Amsterdam. […]
This question crops up quite often when we discuss New Product Development with clients and prospects. 'Why should I spend money developing my own housing, when I can buy something off the shelf?” Bespoke Vs Off The Shelf - its a good question, and usually driven by the clients desire to limit cost whilst developing […]
Every now and then you see something you really want. That happened to me the other day when I happened across the range of electric mountain bikes made by German bike manufacturer Haibike. Whilst most e-bikes look like a 'normal' bike with a motor and battery strapped on as an after thought, (Audi concept bike is an exception, but will […]
There's been a buzz in the technology media recently about the imminent launch of Kickstarter in the UK. The US based crowdfunding website is one of the better known, but there are reportedly over 40 such sites already operating in the UK. What's all the fuss about? For start ups and private inventors who are […]
Clients and prospects ask us...'But do you think its a good idea?' They want our opinion on whether something will sell. We try to be objective and look at the bigger picture, whether a market exists, whether the particular idea betters the current product offerings, what's happening in the wider world. Things change over time […]