316 Product Development, LLC

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About the firm

316 Product Development is an engineering and product design consultancy that carries new products from initial customer research and ideation through proof of concept, development, launch, and sustaining support. It operates across mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineering, industrial design, rapid prototyping, and manufacturing engineering. The practice features dedicated capabilities in regulated medical device development, employing simulation tools, design controls, and in-house prototyping to transition concepts into production-ready physical products.

Team
Micro
Firm type
Mechanical Engineering · Electrical Engineering · Software Engineering · Simulation Engineering

People

Jake FPresident, Engineer, and Project Manager

Brady WCFO and Strategic Planner

Jim C.Business Development Specialist

Ariel GMechanical Engineer and Automation Specialist

Mike ChouMechanical Engineering Specialist

Sam SDigital Marketing Specialist

Capabilities

Mechanical Engineering

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Mechanical and electromechanical design, computer-aided design, structural simulation, and complex surfacing.

  • Advanced Computer Aided Design (CAD)

    3D modeling, detailed 2D drawings, assembly modeling, and bill of materials management.

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Simulation

    Structural analysis and computational fluid dynamics to evaluate and optimize part performance.

  • Dimensional and Tolerance Analysis

    Tolerance stack-up assessments to ensure precision fit-up and function of physical components.

  • Mechanism and Motion Control

    Development of custom moving mechanisms, powertrains, and integrated motion control setups.

  • Enclosure and Packaging Design

    Design of electronic enclosures, sheet metal, cast components, and sterile packaging systems.

Electrical and Software Engineering

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Embedded hardware, custom printed circuit boards, and dedicated software development.

  • Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Design

    Schematics, SMT layout, prototyping, and hardware diagnostics.

  • Embedded and RTOS Systems

    Firmware engineering for specialized real-time operating systems, Linux, QNX, and embedded microcontrollers.

  • Wireless Communications

    Integration of Bluetooth, Bluetooth LE, Wi-Fi, and cellular connectivity.

  • Automated Test Systems

    Development of custom hardware and software systems for automated testing and validation.

  • Mobile and Desktop Applications

    Custom GUI implementations and interface software for iOS, Android, and Windows systems.

Industrial Design

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Aesthetic, form development, and user-centered ergonomics that align physical products with brand identity.

  • Aesthetic and Form Development

    Industrial design development starting from hand sketches through to 3D concept modeling.

  • Usability and Human Factors

    Physical interface design focused on usability, ergonomic studies, and user workflows.

  • Visualization and Rendering

    Photorealistic 3D renderings, form studies, and animations for design presentations.

Rapid Prototyping

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In-house and partner rapid fabrication services to build functional and aesthetic models.

  • Additive Manufacturing

    3D printing utilizing SLA, FDM, and SLS processes with various polymers and biocompatible materials.

  • CNC Machining and Tooling

    High-precision machined prototypes and quick-turn aluminum tooling for plastic components.

  • Castings and Moldings

    RTV urethane castings, vacuum-molded prototypes, and carbon fiber molded elements.

Medical Device Development

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Regulated product development following strict quality and design control methodologies.

  • Design Controls and Quality Systems

    Implementation of structured design controls, hazard analysis, and design risk mitigation.

  • Regulatory and Testing Support

    Verification testing programs, regulatory pathway mapping, and GLP/GMP testing coordination.

  • Systems Engineering

    Requirements definition, safety analysis, and complete system architecture engineering.

  • Biocompatibility and Implantables

    Strategic guidance and testing oversight for implantable devices and biocompatible materials.

Manufacturing Engineering

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Transitioning designs from the lab to full production-scale assembly lines.

  • Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)

    Optimizing parts for molding, stamping, casting, and assembly to achieve targeted unit costs.

  • Process Validation and Quality Systems

    Process validation studies, PFMEA development, capability studies, and Lean Six Sigma integration.

  • Pilot and Low-Volume Manufacturing

    Initial low-volume builds, prototype assembly coordination, and production automation setups.

  • Transfer to Manufacturing

    Sourcing coordination, toolmaker oversight, and supplier integration to hand off production.

Industries

Medical Devices · Consumer Products · Manufacturing · Aerospace · Electronics · Software

Projects

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