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Custom Automation

Our Intuitive Design Intent (IDI) process makes DRE custom automation machinery both comprehensive and cost effective. Our engineers will work hand in hand with your Operations Managers and Production Staff to develop the optimal automated solution to any problem you may have. The basics of Intuitive Design Intent (IDI) are as follows:

Problem Recognition and Concept Phase

The initial, and perhaps most essential, step in the IDI process is problem recognition. With backgrounds in Research and Development and Rapid Continuous Improvement (RCI), our engineers have the skills and experience necessary to help you effectively define the scope of the problem.

Once we are both comfortable with the identified opportunity, we will begin to formulate design concepts. In this step, we will brainstorm and draft multiple solutions for the problem, isolate the necessary design intent, and determine the optimal solution.

During the concept phase, we will mock up a rough model of the solution and present it for initial approval and suggestion. We will then proceed to the Design Phase.

Design Phase

Upon approval of the concept, we will begin designing the solution. At this point, the machine begins to take shape. All components of the design are solid modeled using SolidWorks™ and a preliminary bill of materials is generated.

This phase will require a degree of client interaction to assure that the design intent will ultimately meet the desired operational needs (e.g., level of sophistication, user accessibility, footprint layout, working dimensions, etc.)

Once this step is completed, we will deliver an itemized estimate that includes material, engineering, and assembly costs. Fifty percent of the estimate will be due at this time, before we begin the Fabrication Phase.

Fabrication Phase

Once the final design has been approved, we will begin the fabrication phase. Most of the fabrication phase is completed in our facility, the extent of which will depend on the level of integration required with existing equipment.

In this phase, we will allocate necessary structural and machined parts, assemble all motors, controllers, and actuators, and fine-tune any operational aspects of the machine.

At this stage, it is often necessary to tune the design to more precisely fit customer needs. Any modifications will be presented for approval before implementation.

Installation and Integration Phase

The final phase of production requires installation in the facility, integration with existing machinery, and introduction to Production Staff.

During this phase, safety guards will be installed to protect mechanical parts and machine operators; we will also help to train employees on safe use of the machine as intended by its design.

Once the machine is fully integrated and approved for safe operation, it will be cleared to enter production.