Business Details
Expert Product Development Services in Tempe, Arizona
At Spline Product Design, we specialize in transforming innovative concepts into market-ready products through our comprehensive product development expertise. Our team of seasoned designers and engineers brings decades of combined experience across consumer, industrial, defense, and medical sectors to deliver elegant solutions for complex challenges. We employ concurrent product development methodologies and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to streamline processes, reduce development time, and minimize costs while maintaining rigorous quality standards. Our multidisciplinary approach integrates industrial design, mechanical engineering, and electrical engineering to create products that balance functionality, aesthetics, and manufacturability. From initial concept generation and user-centered design to prototyping, production management, and logistics, we provide end-to-end support throughout the product lifecycle.Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our advanced technical capabilities, including complex surfacing, waterproof sealed design, and sensor control systems development. We maintain strict quality control protocols through detailed GD&T drawings, structural FEA analysis, and comprehensive regulatory compliance testing for electronics. With expertise in material selection, manufacturing process optimization, and global supply chain coordination, we ensure our clients' products achieve both technical excellence and commercial viability. Our collaborative culture fosters creative problem-solving while maintaining transparency and accountability at every project stage. This combination of technical proficiency, industry experience, and client-focused approach has established us as trusted partners in product development innovation.
Services
Industrial Design
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Prototyping
Production Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in cross-industry product development
- Our team implements concurrent development and DFM methodologies
- We maintain ISO 9001 quality management system compliance
- Our engineers specialize in complex systems integration and regulatory compliance
- We provide full lifecycle support from concept to production
Services
Industrial Design
Our industrial design services focus on creating user-centered products through market analysis, concept generation, and prototype development. We specialize in human factors integration, interface design, and visual language development. Our team creates high-resolution renderings, animation videos, and detailed CMF specifications to ensure both aesthetic appeal and functional excellence.
Mechanical Engineering
We provide comprehensive mechanical engineering solutions including complex surfacing, injection molding design, and waterproof sealed systems. Our expertise covers electronics packaging, tolerance analysis, and structural FEA testing. Using Creo and SolidWorks CAD tools, we develop detailed GD&T drawings and manufacturing documentation for optimal production outcomes.
Electrical Engineering
Our electrical engineering services span from concept development to manufacturing for consumer electronics, medical devices, and industrial equipment. We specialize in schematic design, PCB layout, and regulatory compliance testing for EMI/EMC, ESD, and safety standards. Our capabilities include sensor control systems and wireless power solutions.
Prototyping
We offer full-scale prototyping services using 3D printing, CNC machining, and precision sheet metal fabrication. Our prototyping process includes appearance modeling, material finishing options, and functional testing. We create both soft tooling prototypes and production-intent models to validate design concepts before full-scale manufacturing.
Production Management
Our production management services include factory sourcing, vendor selection, and tooling coordination. We provide comprehensive logistics support, quality control systems, and continuous cost improvement programs. Our team manages production line setup and documentation to ensure smooth transition from prototype to mass production.
People
Danny Reed
Partner, Mechanical Engineer
Danny brings 15+ years of mechanical engineering expertise in defense and medical device development. He specializes in complex mechanisms and waterproof sealed design, ensuring technical excellence in every project.
Rob Fulbright
Director of Industrial Design
Rob leads our industrial design team with a focus on user-centered solutions. His expertise in design language development and human factors analysis creates products that balance aesthetics with functionality.
Jamey Reed
Partner, Operations
Jamey manages operational excellence across projects, ensuring efficient workflows and quality control. With extensive experience in production management, he oversees vendor coordination and manufacturing process optimization.
Pete Swenson
Director of Electrical Engineering
Pete leads electronics development with expertise in sensor control systems and regulatory compliance. He has delivered innovative solutions for medical devices and industrial equipment across 18+ years in the field.
Kyudo Lee
Industrial Designer
Kyudo specializes in concept generation and user interface design. His background in appearance modeling and material finishing options contributes to creating visually compelling and functional product designs.
Questions
What industries does Spline Design specialize in?
We serve consumer products, industrial equipment, defense systems, and medical device sectors with tailored product development solutions.
What development stages do you support?
We provide full lifecycle support from initial concept and design through prototyping, regulatory compliance, and mass production management.
How do you ensure product manufacturability?
Our Design for Manufacturability (DFM) approach integrates production considerations early in design to optimize cost efficiency and manufacturing feasibility.
What engineering tools do you use?
Our engineers utilize Creo and SolidWorks CAD software, supported by structural analysis tools and GD&T documentation systems.
How do you handle regulatory compliance?
We ensure compliance with EMI/EMC, ESD, and safety standards through comprehensive testing protocols for electronic systems.
Can you assist with global manufacturing?
Yes, we provide factory sourcing, vendor selection, and production management support for international manufacturing operations.
