Stupid Questions About Product Development
In this blog, we answer questions about mechanical design and product development. Would you like to ask us something about the subject? Ask away, and who knows, you might get an answer to your question already in our next blog post! You can send us questions at marketing@optotec.fi or by filling in the form below.
“This is probably a stupid question, but…”
Welcome to Optotec’s blog! In this blog, we will answer questions that our clients have asked us over the years about product development and mechanical design. Quite often, these questions
What does “mechanical design” mean?
On our website, we have described Optotec as an engineering office specialised in mechanical design. Now and then, when we have been introducing our services to potential clients, some of
How much does it cost to design a product?
Price is an important factor also when choosing a service provider for expert services, but for some reason, this information often cannot be found on the service providers’ websites. There
What information does an engineering office need to be able to design a product?
Our job as an engineering office is to develop ideas into products. Every time we start a new design project, there are certain things we need to resolve before getting
How long does it take to design a product?
When a customer who has an idea for a product contacts us, one of the most common things they want to know is how long does it take to design
If there are several ways to implement a product idea, how do you choose the best one?
Whether the aim of a design project is to create a new product or develop an existing product further, the design phase rarely ends in a situation where there is
What does a mechanical engineer actually do?
In this blog article, we are taking a deep dive into the wonderful world of mechanical design, as we strive to answer the question posed in the headline. The best
When should you develop a product further?
Few products stay completely unchanged as time goes on, as renewals and continuous improvement become increasingly important, especially in highly competitive fields. Improving a product’s features may be a primary
Do customers have infeasible product ideas?
We are regularly contacted by clients who have a product idea but no expertise in product design. These ideas have often been born in everyday situations when facing a problem
How can 3D printing be utilised in product development projects?
As experts in product development, it is vital for us not just to innovate and invent ourselves but also to take advantage of existing innovations, techniques and equipment and stay
What skills does a UAS degree equip you with for a career as a mechanical engineer?
The fall is upon us again, and for students that means either starting or continuing their studies. For most, the main motive for applying to study a particular field of
What qualifies as a good product?
Everyone has almost certainly come across a good product sometime in their life, but it is likely that everyone has also come across a product that could be deemed as
What kind of customers does Optotec have?
On our website, you can find a section called “References,” where you’ll find logos of some of our customers and a few pictures of products we have designed. However, these