Custom Instrument Development
Bespoke measurement systems designed and built to your specifications. Fixed-price projects with realistic timelines.
Complete Development Service
We develop research instruments from initial requirements through to final commissioning. The process is collaborative: we discuss your measurement needs, develop prototypes, iterate based on your feedback, and deliver a complete working system with full documentation.
Pricing is project-based. You receive a fixed quote after requirements are defined, covering the complete delivered instrument including all development work, testing, documentation, and commissioning support. This eliminates budget uncertainty and aligns our interests with delivering a working solution.
Typical Project Timelines
Project complexity determines timeline and cost. We provide exact pricing and timelines after defining requirements.
Simple Systems
Single-channel systems with basic functionality
Examples:
- • Single-channel sensor interface
- • Simple data acquisition
- • Basic measurement system
- • Software interface for existing equipment
Standard Systems
Multi-channel systems with integrated components
Examples:
- • Multi-channel data acquisition (4-16 channels)
- • Temperature/pressure/flow measurement systems
- • Custom sensor arrays with logging
- • Integrated mechanical + electronics
Complex Systems
Complete integrated rigs with automation
Examples:
- • Complete integrated measurement rigs
- • Multi-system automation
- • Custom mechanical + electronics + software
- • Test platforms with motion control
All projects include: Complete documentation, calibration procedures, and commissioning support (when applicable).
Fixed-price model: You receive a complete quote covering all development work, testing, documentation, and commissioning support—eliminating budget uncertainty.
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What's Included
Complete service from requirements to commissioning
- • Requirements consultation and definition
- • Complete mechanical, electronics, firmware, software
- • Iterative prototyping with your feedback
- • Testing and calibration
- • Comprehensive documentation
- • Commissioning and support
Ideal For
Research and development organisations
- • Industrial research departments
- • University research laboratories
- • Private R&D laboratories
- • Biotech and medical device companies
- • PhD students with specific experimental needs
- • Quality control and testing facilities
Example Applications
Multi-channel temperature measurement
Capacitance / Impedance sensing
Flow and pressure monitoring
Load and force measurement
Automated test platforms
Process monitoring systems
Simple Process, Professional Results
From initial contact to receiving your instrument, we've streamlined the process to be as simple as possible.
Define Requirements
Discussion of your project needs and constraints. We help translate research objectives into technical specifications.
• Measurement requirements
• Timeline and budget
• Integration needs
Quote
Fixed-price quote with timeline and deliverables. Typical response within 1-3 working days.
• Complete project cost
• Development timeline
• Deliverables breakdown
Iterative Development
Prototyping with regular updates. You evaluate prototypes and provide feedback for refinement.
• Regular progress updates
• Prototype evaluation
• Collaborative refinement
Delivery & Commissioning
Complete instrument with documentation, calibration data, and commissioning support.
• Complete documentation
• Calibration procedures
• Installation support
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my requirements aren't fully defined?
Initial consultation helps translate research objectives into technical specifications. We can work with preliminary requirements and refine them collaboratively during the early development phases.
Do you work with PhD students and graduate researchers?
Yes. We have extensive experience working with graduate researchers and understand grant funding constraints, academic timelines, and the specific requirements of experimental research.
Can development proceed entirely remotely?
Yes. Most development occurs at our facility with prototypes shipped for your evaluation. Final commissioning can be remote (video call support) or on-site depending on system complexity and your requirements.
What about intellectual property and confidentiality?
We sign NDAs when required. IP arrangements are negotiable—standard practice allows us to develop similar instruments for other clients while respecting your specific implementation. Exclusive arrangements available if your project requires it.
Do you provide ongoing support after delivery?
Initial commissioning support is included. Extended support or training can be arranged separately. Well-documented instruments typically require minimal ongoing support.
Ready to Discuss Your Project?
Contact us with a brief description of your measurement requirements. We'll schedule a consultation and provide a quote within 1-3 working days.