INDUSTRIAL & PRODUCT DESIGN

Our design process begins with in-depth technical and scientific research to provide a solid starting block to launch our ideas from. We also look at the existing market, the environment the product will be used in, who will be using it and how will they be interacting with it.

We work with you to understand and overcome problems along the way to generate, develop and refine concepts through sketching, 3D modelling and renders. We ensure the concepts will be fit for purpose, look great and match the user's needs. We generate a range of options that will open your mind to innovative solutions that tackle the problem in a unique way to stand out against your competitors.

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Our refined concepts are then transformed into prototypes that allow you to visualise the product in more detail by exploring the shape, size, weight, material and mechanical function. We have our in-house workshop, 3D printers, lasercutter, waterjet cutter and a range of specialised manufacturing facilities in close vicinity who can help bring the concepts into a tactile object for you to give us critical feedback on. This is the time to test and play with the ideas before moving forward into methods of manufacture and finalising the form, texture, colours and brand identity.

MWDesign will work with you through the manufacturing process to find a cost-effective solution to get your product to market. Whether it is a one-off design or mass produced item, we will ensure the quality will not be compromised.

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Your company identity is such an important aspect in generating a successful product. It helps you to communicate yours ideas in an effective and beautiful manor.  People make snap judgements about you or your company based on visual material like websites, logos and other branding material. 

The way in which you promote yourself visually will determine whether a customer will choose to purchase from you, engage in your service or contact you. Good graphic design will boost trust in your customers.  Good graphic design will make you look professional and successful and will attract future customers, growing your sales. 

MWDesign can help you to express your story, core beliefs and reflect the values your business or product encompasses through a range of graphic design methods, to develop a strong brand, that stands out against its competitors.

Logos, business card design, brand print material and basic websites are our specialty. We can offer these services in conjunction with your product design, as well as on their own. 

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WATERJET CUTTING

We have a full time waterjet cutting facility that allows us to cut almost any type of flat surface with precision, regardless of what the material, dimensions, or shape.  It is precise which allows complex and sophisticated cuts to be made.

Waterjet cutting is environmentally friendly as no dangerous emissions or waste is produced by the jets,  and no dangerous liquids or gasses are used which makes it safe to use. Very little water is used and it can be recycled.  A non-toxic natural garnet abrasive is combined with the water to cut through the material. ​

No changing of tools is needed which makes it fast to set up in comparison with other cutting machines. 

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Visit www.procutnz.co.nz for more details. 

3D SCANNING

We have an awesome new 3D scanner! We can get achieve detailing down to 0.025mm and can scan objects up to 3m cubed. 

We can scan anything, anywhere. 

We can accelerate the design process, and take products to manufacture faster with more detail.

We can see real-time mesh visualisation, as it can scan 1,300,000 measurements per second. The 3D scanner is great to: 

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Design components when CAD files are not available.
Reverse engineer critical parts in rugged and harsh environments.

Digitalize complex physical objects.
Measure clay models and ensuring accurate data acquisition for CAD files.

Reduce the number of iterations when designing a tooling.
Inspect 100% of the surface when producing a die.

Design highly specialized replacement parts for components located in hard-to-reach places.
Repair products using reverse engineering.

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Read more about our scanner here.

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VETERINARY TRAINING MODELS

50% of our projects are designing and developing anatomically correct animal simulators for veterinarian training purposes.  Due to this, we created a company specially focussed on this, called Holsim. 

The Holsim name is a combination of the two words Holistic and Simulation. These two words sum up the basis of the vision for Holsim.

Animal care is affirmed as the priority of Holsim. This is achieved by increasing the skills of practitioners and improving animal welfare by focusing on simulation mannequins as a means of knowledge and skill acquisition.

Holsim design, manufacture and supply high fidelity veterinarian training mannequins to universities and training organisations all around the world. Holsim works closely with local universities to create products that will teach students new skills and that mimic real life situations in a safe learning environment.

Holsim is based in the Waikato region of New Zealand, a region that has a very strong agricultural and technology industries.

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Visit www.holsim.co.nz for more information on our products. 

BIOSECURITY PRODUCTS

Born out of a design project with the Department of Conservation NZ, Biosecurity Products is a design driven approach to addressing biosecurity issues within New Zealand and beyond.  We are passionate about delivering the best products to address your biosecurity needs.  All Biosecurity Products are designed by MWDesign in the heart of the Waikato and delivered to you wherever you are in the world.

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Our stations have been designed with two things in mind - the trees and the people. Our priority is to use design to combat the spread of dieback disease by people . We have created a station that allows people to clean their shoes efficiently and effectively by providing sheltered stations at the entrance of NZ forest tracks. 

Hikers are able to remove any dirt on their boots on the brushes mounted to the floor grating, before stepping onto the foot treadle, which triggers it to spray a fine mist of diluted Sterigene (a chemical which disinfects and kills bacterial organisms) onto the soles of their shoes. If their boots are caked in mud, hikers can sit on the provided seats and use a hand brush and drench gun to remove any excess dirt before disinfecting with Sterigene.  

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DOC’s public usage study shows a massive 98% compliance by visitors both on the way in and out of the Tane Mahuta trail since installing the station as opposed to a previous 30%. 

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Visit www.biosec.co.nz for more information on our products.