Inverted Microscope
Driving breakthroughs in electrophysiology research
A leader of integrated measurement systems for single fibres and filaments, GPs client sought to enhance their flagship product.
Focused on testing equipment for hair, cosmetics, textiles, and material science industries, the client envisioned a system with a customisable platform to test single-fibre hair dimensional, tensile, and cyclic fatigue within a climate controlled environment.
Key challenges
The redesign focused on capacity, usability, and aesthetic alignment.
The product redesign addressed multiple challenges:
- Increased Capacity: Accommodating up to 250 fibres for simultaneous testing.
- Optimised Usability: Lightweight, user-friendly design for easier installation and maintenance.
- Enhanced Durability: Improved cable and pipe routing to reduce wear and ensure longevity.
- Visual Consistency: Aligning the design with the cohesive product family brand.
Ease of shipping and low servicing requirements were also critical to ensure the product’s global appeal.
Engineering a smarter solution
Lightweight, modular design enhanced functionality and efficiency.
Streamlined Design
Generative Parametrics reimagined the fibre testing product with a lighter, modular design, emphasising easy assembly and maintenance. By incorporating poka-yoke principles, the design ensured error-free setup, making it accessible for engineers, sales teams, and distributors.
Increased Efficiency
At the heart of the product is a proprietary caresian (3-axis) coordinate robot, developed by Generative Parametrics. It enables automated picking and placement of samples and simultaneous testing of 250 prepared fibres without compromising speed or accuracy, significantly improving laboratory productivity.
Improved Longevity
Optimised cable and pipe routing minimised electrical interference and wear, safeguarding components, ensuring long-term reliability and ultimately extended life.
Evolution for success
The next generation hair fibre testing product reinforced the client’s position as market leader.
Exceptional precision, productivity, and usability, created a transformative product that addressed the evolving needs of fibre testing labs.
Designing with the company brand at the forefront added value to the product, resulting in a delighted sales team and increased sales of the flagship product.
