Working with DMC Design to design their prototype Cubbie

Working with DMC Design to design, manufacture and assemble their prototype Cubbie

Challenge

In 2020 Flexitech were approached by David McIntyre, MD of DMC Design, an Irish company that had designed a sensory platform for the autism market, which is widely known as Cubbie. Flexitech R&D division had several consultations with DMC Design, to understand the function and mechanics of Cubbie.

DMC required a manufacturing partner, that had the expertise and technical capacity to design, manufacture and assemble their prototype, and that’s exactly what Flexitech achieved.

Solution

Flexitech R&D team, headed up by Michael Elmore, worked closely with DMC to come up with a design and that would suit their needs and also minimise manufacturing costs. Regular onsite updates were provided to the client along with fully interactive 3D to ensure the DMC was satisfied with the design and to approve any requested modifications.

“From the outset, the objective was to have Cubbie manufactured in Ireland, finding the right manufacturer to develop a prototype and provide the design expertise required thorough research.  After various consultations with manufacturers across Ireland, I was confident Flexitech have the expertise and knowledge to deliver exactly what I wanted!

“From design, to prototype to final product, Flexitech endorsed the highest level of design engineering and manufacturing, from production right through to assembly.”

David McIntrye
MD of DMC Design

Result

DMC-Design Ltd developed the Cubbie booth which offers a multi-sensory space to both children and adults and can adapt to the individual needs of each user. It delivers a total sensory management system.

Cubbie can be found in some of the most prestigious and autism friendly facilities across Ireland, including Aviva, Temple Street Children’s Hospital and technology institutes across Ireland.

Ready to prototype your product?

If you have an R&D project and would like a prototype design or manufactured, get in contact with Flexitech to explore our technical capabilities and expertise in bespoke manufacturing.