Mechanical Engineering

Crux engineers are experienced in tackling challenging technical briefs. We help clients from concept to manufacture, requirements to root cause analysis and testing to tolerance modelling. Our focus is to accelerate development and deliver excellence.

Translating great ideas into engineering excellence

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Design development

Our experience spans the whole product lifecycle from concept to commercialisation. Working in partnership, we support clients with technical strategy, creative ideation, system modelling and prototyping. We are experts in the application of tools to reduce technical risk and deliver robust solutions to market.

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Testing & verification

By remaining focused on first-principles, investing in top-tier tools, and using our ISO 13485 accredited approach, we bring unparalleled quality to our clients’ test programmes – implementing complex test rigs, delivering sub-micron metrology insights and evaluating component interactions at ultra low temperatures.

Transfer to manufacture

We understand what it takes to successfully commercialise your design and achieve technical success. We leverage our expertise in design for manufacture and assembly, tooling qualification, deviation analysis and moldflow to foresee issues and ensure successful outcomes.

Areas of expertise

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Rapid innovation

We understand the need to move quickly. Combining world-class talent with state-of-the-art methodologies, we will partner with you to deliver rapid concept ideation and prototype evaluation.

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Data-driven design

We rely on information, not guesswork. Our design decisions are backed by data. Whether it’s a first-principles maths model, tolerance analysis or structural model, we are dedicated to getting it right.

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Sustainability

We are eco-centric and sustainable. We are whole lifecycle experts with deep knowledge of material properties enabling sustainability 'wins' throughout the design process.

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Complex root cause analysis

We always get to the crux of the issue. Combining our extensive experience with a rigorous approach, we are experts in diagnosing and addressing root causes of performance issues.

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Medical device EVT & DVT

We specialise in medical device testing. We understand the level of scrutiny required for successful verification and validation in our rigorous and ISO13485-accredited test programme.

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Technology landscaping

We are renowned for our thought leadership. As regular presenters at conferences and authors of whitepapers, we pride ourselves on leading technology insight within a rapidly-shifting landscape.

“With experience across many sectors, our project team will partner with you to deliver fresh insights and tease out the critical details in your application. Get in touch if you would like to discuss potential opportunities or find out more about our engineering roles.“

Ben Altwasser Head of Engineering

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Further competencies

Electronics & Software

Redefining the possible. From the microscale to the macroscale, our teams specialise in crafting custom electronics solutions for a wide array of tailored applications.

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Applied Sciences

We translate even the most complex challenges into real-world scientific principles decoding the solution space, enabling data-driven decision-making with confidence.

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Design

Our designers sit shoulder-to-shoulder with usability & engineering experts enabling effective exploration of early designs through these intertwined perspectives.

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Human Factors & Usability

Early & continuous user engagement is crucial for effective solution development. We engage, listen and observe, to ensure we are identifying needs to design the right thing, before designing it right!

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Project Management

Turning visions into reality by efficiently coordinating every aspect of your project.

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