Monthly Archives: July 2011

British Standards are not usually at the top of the holiday reading list, but BS7000/2: Managing the design of manufactured products is actually a very useful document for anyone seriously involved in product design and development. Some of it, however, … Continue reading →

When SKC originally contacted us, they had a problem getting their air sampling meter (used in mines and other hazardous environments) to pass fairly extreme drop tests. These included cooling the device to minus 50 degrees C and dropping it … Continue reading →

When we sat down with Codelocks in 2004 to brainstorm alternative uses for their lock expertise, we did not imagine that it would result in a new range of products that they would be selling over 12,000 of every month! … Continue reading →

Crucible is part of a consortium (including Delcam, EOS, 3TRPD, Plunkett Associates and Exeter University) that is looking at ways in which rapid manufacturing techniques can be used to save energy. The project is looking at how parts are made, … Continue reading →

The management of the product development process is a subject that is often overlooked, which is a shame,  because it is a vital component of profitable manufacture. Eureka magazine recently interviewed Mike Ayre about BS7000/2: managing the design of manufactured … Continue reading →

If you’re considering a new product development project in the near future, Crucible would like to invite you to use its tried and tested Project Specification form. It’s designed to cover all the bases and make sure that you’re fully … Continue reading →