Develop new products and materials

From Opportunity to Realisation.

We create products that are desirable, functional, technically resolved and commercially viable. We provide the expertise needed to transform an idea into a successful, production-ready product solution.

We turn ideas and opportunities into remarkable real-world products. Combining human-centred design, creativity, engineering and commercial thinking, Virtuo provides end-to-end product design and development services - from understanding user needs and exploring new possibilities and concepts, through to detailed design, prototyping, testing and manufacture.

/ What we do

Industrial design is the creative design and development process of physical products that combines functionality, usability, aesthetics and innovation. We integrate human needs, form, materials, ergonomics and manufacturing considerations to create distinctive, intuitive and commercially viable products that deliver meaningful user experiences and lasting value.

The exploration, selection and development of advanced materials to create innovative, high-performance and responsible products and technologies. Our expertise spans structural metals, alloys, ceramics, glass, composites, polymers, textiles, natural fibres and biomaterials. Combining material science, manufacturing processes, lifecycle considerations and supply chain knowledge to develop solutions that optimise performance, functionality, sustainability and commercial viability.

We use of advanced digital design tools to create, develop and refine precise three-dimensional models of products, components and assemblies. Integrating detailed modelling, technical engineering, visualisation and design documentation to support product development, prototyping, performance evaluation and manufacturing, from initial concepts through to production-ready designs.

We design and develop integrated mechanical, electronic and intelligent control systems that enable products and technologies to function, respond and perform. This involves combining mechanical engineering, electronics, sensors, actuators and embedded software to create reliable, efficient and intuitive solutions for automation, motion, monitoring and precision control.

Testing and analysis is an important part of any product development. The goal is always to create stable, robust, durable and safe products. We use a range of testing methods and analysis tools. Generally, these are specific to the needs of each project, and a standards and compliance requirements of each product. Testing and analysis are also an important part of the process to identify possible impacts, design failure modes analysis, and potential risks associated with a new product.

Visualising new ideas is a core skill in product development. At Virtuo, we use numerous forms to visualise new ideas, communicate possibilities, and create compelling digital imagery, photorealistic renderings and animations to bring products, concepts and technologies to life. We use these methods to combine advanced 3D modelling, lighting, materials and motion to communicate design intent, demonstrate functionality, explore possibilities and support design development, stakeholder engagement, marketing and commercialisation.

The design and optimisation of products and components to enable efficient, reliable and cost-effective manufacturing and assembly. Integrating material selection, production processes, component design and assembly methods to simplify manufacture, reduce complexity and cost, improve quality and ensure products can be successfully produced at scale. We support you with production tooling, manufacturing partner selection, contract manufacturing and Quality Management Systems.

The rapid development and evaluation of physical prototypes to explore, test and refine product concepts, designs and technologies. We combine advanced prototyping methods, iterative experimentation and practical testing to assess functionality, usability, performance and feasibility, reduce development risks and accelerate the progression from concept to production-ready solutions. Rapid prototyping helps speed up and accelerate development while reducing risk.