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Design for manufacturing

DfM - Design for Manufacturing

THE MANUFACTURED PRODUCT MUST BE CONVINCING - EVERYTHING BEFORE THAT IS IRRELEVANT

New developments in particular pose the challenge of finding the right manufacturing process within the cost and deadline targets and the quantities that can be realized on the market. We support our customers in realizing a design that not only meets the aesthetic and functional requirements but also the economic production. Based on our cross-industry activities and our in-house design and construction department, we have a large cross-material and cross-process know-how and supplier network.

This means that a wide range of manufacturing options and the resulting costs can be determined during the design process and their impact on the design options can be taken into account. To ensure that the essential subtleties of the design and thus the value of the product are not lost during the subsequent transfer to series production and the (cost) technical optimizations required there, these aspects must already be taken into account during the design process. We use our many years of experience and interdisciplinary expertise to find the best solution at a reasonable cost.

Our range of services

  • Production-oriented design

  • Design to Cost

  • Quick Time to Market

  • MVP development

  • Quantity-dependent manufacturing strategy

  • Supplier research

  • Amortization analysis

  • Production-oriented data

  • Sound handover to series suppliers

  • Supplier comparison

Exemplary comparison of manufactoring options

Our Work Process

Based on the requirements and objectives defined in the briefing, we begin by identifying possible approaches to implementing the concept, but also by identifying potential discrepancies between design, costs and quantities at an early stage. At BUSSE, we are characterized above all by the immense variety of projects across a wide range of industries, which means that we are familiar with the most diverse processes and possibilities. This enables us to show our customers suitable strategies for every component size, material and quantity. Thanks to our broad network of suppliers and service providers, we can then determine the rough investment and unit costs as well as the technical and aesthetic advantages and disadvantages of various production strategies on the basis of simple preliminary data.

We then prepare these in a clear format as a basis for further decision-making. We attach great importance to transparent communication between customers, potential suppliers and ourselves. In close coordination, the data is then prepared for production in accordance with the selected process with attention to detail. In addition to traditional manufacturing processes, we are also always at the cutting edge and can therefore take advantage of a wide range of innovative processes, e.g. additive manufacturing, thermoplastic foam casting, rapid tooling, ceramic injection molding, laser texturing and much more.

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Your contact person
Reinhold Unseld, Chief Engineer
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Our expertise is not only proven by 400+ awards, but also by the enthusiasm of our customers.

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Calistair

"We were particularly impressed by the enthusiasm and technical creativity of the Busse employees. The atmosphere in the project was characterized by professional looseness and great agility. We turned an idea into a finished product in 4 months!"

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Thyssenkrupp

"As an experienced design partner, BUSSE offers everything from a single source. Creative design solutions, prototyping through to small series production and UX design for software. The solution approaches and methods through to implementation always lead to a result that perfectly meets the requirements."

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Sigel

„The collaboration with the entire project team was always goal-oriented, constructive and pleasant in terms of communication. Mr. Timm and his project team always kept the functional and safety requirements in mind and understood what is also important to us in product development: can-do mentality, agile mindset as well as flexibility and efficiency in all project situations."

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Prinoth

„BUSSE is our design game-changer for snow groomers! Their UI/UX team elevates not only icons and layout but the entire user experience to a new level. Clear operation turns every ride into a pleasure. Reliable from development to series production, BUSSE is by our side. Their interface, based on precise product research, simplifies operation. Flexible, forward-thinking, and reliable – BUSSE is our satisfaction guarantee!"

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Mikron

"With BUSSE as a sparring partner, we were able to successfully work out a brand-defining design for our latest products that was appropriate for the target group. BUSSE understood our internal company processes very well and was therefore able to deliver optimal results. Deadlines were always met, you can rely on BUSSE. Anytime again!"

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Keller

"We were positively surprised by the collaboration with BUSSE in that the focus was not solely on the appearance of our product, but rather on the interplay of economical manufacturing solutions, optimized ergonomics and a functional design. The result now impresses with a coherent, unprecedented design concept."

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Britax Römer

„Child seats are not only visually complex but also technically demanding. Our longstanding partnership with BUSSE turns development into a creative experience. Design sprints and a versatile selection matrix relieve engineers, minimize time-consuming iterations. We appreciate BUSSE for their timely implementations despite limited resources. The collaboration is not only effective but also truly enjoyable!"

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Infinite Running

„What impressed me right from the start was the incorporation of many innovative ideas that led to a result that is now ready for the market. Despite patented hurdles, design concepts were fine-tuned and refined until a turnkey concept for prototypes and a near-series maturity was achieved."

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Hammer

"BUSSE has been the perfect partner for us to develop new and innovative ideas for over fifteen years. BUSSE offers a very high level of professionalism and a first-class understanding of the brand. The team has completely internalized the high standards of our projects and with exceptional creativity, as well as full dedication, has helped us to set new trends. Many of our bestsellers bear BUSSE hallmarks."

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Darda

„From the outset, BUSSE embraced our technical wishes and constraints, weaving them into a cohesive product. Their craftsmanship is impressive, making the collaboration not only enjoyable but also an inspiring process due to their expertise. It's a partnership that seamlessly blends creativity with professionalism."

Das moderne BUSSE DESIGN+ENGINEERING Headquarter mit großen Glasfenstern wird von innen beleuchtet und hebt sich vom dunkler werdenden Himmel während der Dämmerung ab. Das Bild zeigt architektonisches Design und natürliche Beleuchtungseffekte.