Rigorous Engineering
Rigorous engineering is the backbone of turning bold product ideas into reliable, scalable realities. It means applying disciplined thinking, structured processes, and high standards at every phase, from architecture and prototyping to testing and deployment. We reduce risk, accelerate iteration, and ensure that what we build not only works, but endures in complex, real-world environments.
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Electromechanical Experts
With over 30 years of product development experience, we are experts at evaluating technologies, identifying opportunities, innovating, managing development, and rapidly transitioning to effective production solutions. We meet user needs, solve complex ergonomic and engineering issues, and communicate compelling brand stories to targeted markets.
Mechanical engineering
Electrical engineering
Optics, acoustics, thermal, and fluid dynamics
Software and firmware development
Prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing
3D CAD solid modeling and surfacing
Tolerance analysis and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other engineering simulations
Design verification
Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DFMA)
Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
FDA design control processes
Regulatory agency design (UL, CSA, CE, IEC)
Risk analysis and mitigation
Risk Mitigation
Verification and validation-driven development reduces risk by combining iterative development with continuous testing and evaluation. Products evolve through incremental, testable phases that validate functionality, usability, and technical performance before advancing to the next stage. Early validation reduces uncertainty, accelerates learning, and ensures development decisions are grounded in evidence rather than assumptions.
Rapid Prototyping & Iteration
Proof-of-Concept Testing
Usability Evaluation & Human Factors Testing
Integrated Systems Testing
Performance & Reliability Validation
Requirements Verification & Design Reviews
Documentation control
Traceability
Risk management
Design Inputs/Outputs
Design History File (DHF)
HARA (Hazards Analysis)
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (uFMEA, dFMEA, pFMEA)
Manufacturing Readiness & Transfer
Manufacturing readiness provides confidence that products can move successfully from development into production. Manta combines product development expertise with manufacturing experience to reduce transfer risk and support quality, cost, and production goals.
Our team manages manufacturing transfer activities including tooling development, validation, reliability testing, documentation, and production support. We work closely with suppliers and manufacturing organizations to ensure products are ready for scale, assembly, and long-term production success. Our services include:
2D drawing package creation
Vendor sourcing and qualification
Contract manufacturer management/liaison
Engineering change and design change control orders
Manufacturing fixture and jig design
Part inspection and qualification
Pilot production support
Production part and tooling quotations
Tooling design validation
Regulatory testing
Reliability and life cycle testing
Tooling cycle management
Quality assurance and quality control activities
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