Whittle Ideas Lab
Whittle Ideas Lab specializes in providing comprehensive product development consulting services, supporting every stage of design, development, and manufacturing. Our mission is to empower mechanical and manufacturing engineers, supply chain teams, and innovators by equipping them with the tools, expertise, and resources needed to bring their visions to life — efficiently and cost-effectively.
From conceptual design to production-ready solutions, our team delivers unmatched expertise in mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineering. Whether it's optimizing designs for manufacturability, selecting the right materials, prototyping, or integrating cutting-edge technologies, we are here to ensure your projects succeed.
By leveraging our extensive vendor network, state-of-the-art tools, and years of industry experience, we provide high-quality parts, competitive pricing, and fast turnarounds—all while offering customized solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Beltim & Associates is your trusted partner in transforming ideas into reality.
Core Services
Mechanical Engineering Consulting
Design & Development: 3D CAD modeling, engineering drawings, structural analysis, and manufacturability optimization.
Material Selection: Expertise in metals, polymers, and composites, focusing on mechanical properties and cost-efficiency.
Prototyping & Testing: Rapid prototyping (3D printing, CNC), physical testing for design validation and industry compliance.
Specialized Expertise: Motion systems, sustainability, and seamless mechanical-electrical integration.
Tools: SolidWorks, Onshape, and access to trusted vendors for prototyping and production.
Electrical Engineering Consulting
Circuit & Power Systems: Analog and digital circuit design, PCB layout, power systems, and energy-efficient solutions.
Signal Processing: Data acquisition, filtering, and high-speed signal integrity.
Compliance & Testing: Regulatory standards compliance (FCC, CE, UL) and testing for electromagnetic compatibility.
Specialized Expertise: Embedded systems, IoT devices, and high-voltage systems.
Tools: Altium, KiCAD, SPICE, and advanced testing equipment.
Firmware Engineering Consulting
Embedded Software Development: Low-level code for microcontrollers and hardware driver development.
Hardware-Software Integration: Ensuring seamless communication between firmware and hardware components.
Testing & Validation: Test scripts, frameworks, and validation of firmware performance.
Specialized Expertise: IoT firmware, bootloaders, low-power applications, and sensor integration.
Tools: MPLAB, Arduino, JTAG, SWD, logic analyzers, and Git for version control.
Prototyping Solutions
Custom Prototyping: Engineering expertise across mechanical, electrical, and firmware disciplines to create functional prototypes.
Iterative Development: Agile methodologies for continuous refinement.
Vendor Network: Access to trusted suppliers and manufacturers for rapid prototyping and production.
Design Improvement for Cost Optimization and Efficiency
COGs Reduction: Material optimization, component consolidation, supplier sourcing, and process selection to reduce production costs.
DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Simplified designs, material selection, tolerance optimization, and process compatibility to streamline production.
DFA (Design for Assembly): Reducing part count, ease of assembly, modular designs, and error-proofing features to improve assembly efficiency.
DFAu (Design for Automation): Automation-friendly designs, standardization, tooling design, and process integration to support scalable production.
Conclusion
We offer expert consulting in mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineering to help your company:
Reduce production costs through material and design optimization.
Streamline manufacturing and assembly for faster, error-free production.
Implement scalable automation solutions for increased throughput and consistency.
Ready to Get Started?
Take the next step in your project with Beltim & Associates.
Request a Quote: Receive a detailed estimate tailored to your needs.
Schedule a Consultation: Speak directly with our experts to explore solutions.
Ask Us a Question: Have specific requirements or need guidance? We’re here to help.
Contact us today to see how we can bring your ideas to life with precision, efficiency, and speed.