SMC CUSTOM DESIGN & ENGINEERING SERVICES
Navigating complex projects can be challenging, particularly when you are in search for a tailored solution to meet your project requirements. When standard solutions don’t fit, SMC Custom delivers.
Many suppliers tend to specialise solely on design or manufacturing, which can lead to gaps in functionality and integration, resulting in a disjointed experience that may not fully meet your specific needs. You want to find a trusted supplier capable of delivering a reliable, quality end-product seamlessly, from initial concept to deployment.
What is smc custom?
From feasibility to full-scale production, SMC Custom is the specialist design, prototyping, and testing service from SMC Group created for clients with complex integration projects helping to de-risk projects early, accelerate delivery, and ensure performance excellence under pressure.
Design and manufacturing
ISO 9001 Accredited
ISO 27001 accreditation
Integrated Manufacturing Systems
CAD and FEA Design
Complete Radio Systems Testing
Audited Export Control Procedures
Spares and After Sales Service
Full Technical Support for Products in the Field
why choose smc group?
- Assured problem resolution
- Confidence in performance and delivery
- Long-term cost-efficiency
- Scalable and flexible production
- Quality design and manufacturing
- Long-term value in partnership
How it works
phase 1
UNDERSTANDING YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Every enquiry is carefully reviewed to understand your requirements, assess feasibility, and determine the best path forward.
For clients looking to adapt or modify an existing SMC Standard design, we’ll evaluate how that product can be customised to meet your operational needs.
For larger-scale or more complex integration projects, our expert team will define a technical scope of work and prepare a detailed Request for Quotation (RFQ).
This may include:
- Technical concept evaluation
- Preliminary design inputs
- Budgeting and timeline estimates
phase 2
DESIGN, PROTOTYPING & TESTING
Before making a significant investment, it’s essential to ensure you have the right product for your application.
Design
At the concept stage, we collaborate with you to develop custom technical drawings and produce functional prototypes for testing and evaluation. This early-stage process allows you to assess performance, provide feedback, and refine the design – helping to protect your investment and ensure the final product is a perfect fit for your application.
From idea to CAD, our team transforms concept into a working 3D model that’s ready for prototyping and testing. We prioritise manufacturability and field performance from the start.
- Collaborative concept development
- 3D CAD design and modelling
- Design for Manufacturability (DfM) reviews
Once you’re ready to move forward, our in-house design and engineering teams work closely with you to take the project from concept to completion. Through a structured and transparent development process, we validate designs, minimise risk, and streamline the path to full-scale production and deployment.
Prototype and Test
We can build you small-batch prototypes to validate both the design and the product’s real-world performance. Every prototype undergoes mechanical and functional testing to ensure it meets expectations before scaling.
- Single or small batch prototype builds
- Mechanical and functional validation
- Performance assessment and design refinement
phase 3
scale or License Through the Digital Content Library
After successful testing and validation, you can choose how to bring your product to market:
Manufacture with SMC Group
We can take your solution into full-scale production through our trusted in-house manufacturing team, ensuring quality and delivery at scale.
License via the Digital Content Library
Alternatively, access production-ready digital designs via our Digital Content Library (DCL). This allows you to manufacture with a supplier of your choice – ideal for fast deployment and global supply chain integration.