Rob Dutton Design
My name is Robert Dutton, I'm a freelance product designer providing development services in the consumer, medical and industrial sectors. Contact me today to discuss how I can help add value to you next project.
I offer a full range of development services across the complete product design process; from initial concept development through to final manufacture.
Working with a diverse range of clients, I undertake both full product development projects and provide specialised support at key stages. Every project is planned around your unique requirements and my design services are tailored to provide the best possible support.
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During all development projects the creation of a rationalised design specification is the first step to any successful project. Ergonomics, life-cycle analysis and primary research are all used to explain and justify important design decisions.
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User / ethnographic research
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Competitor analysis
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Demographic research
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Task analysis and journey mapping
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Human factors / ergonomic design
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Sustainability and life-cycle design
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Regulatory compliance and CE certification
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I offer a full range of conceptual design services to explore and refine the different options to solve your project. From high quality product illustrations that explain important features clearly, to photo-realistic presentation materials for final promotion; I'm driven to deliver exceptional quality across every project.
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Concept design
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Colour, material and finish (CMF)
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Industrial design
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Electronic development
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UI/UX design
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Brand development and graphic design
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As an experienced design engineer I know the importance of defining design concepts that are feasible to develop and mass produce efficiently. To enable this, design development follows an iterative process, where concepts are rigorously tested and improved to ensure they meet target specifications.
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Computer aided design (CAD)
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Mechanical engineering
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Computer aided engineering (CAE)
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Rapid prototyping and product testing
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Design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA)
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Electronic prototyping
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Product cost analysis
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Throughout each project design for manufacture and assembly (DfMEA) principles are followed to ensure ease of final production and fast product assembly.
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Supplier sourcing and auditing
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Crowdfunding campaigns and marketing strategy
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Regulatory compliance testing
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Technical drawings and production specifications
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Product presentation boards and advertising
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Intellectual property protection
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3D product animations and motion graphics
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Packaging design
As a product designer I'm well adapted to working on new design challenges across a broad spectrum of product sectors.
Some of the product sectors I have experience working in:
Consumer electronics / children's toys and games / medical drug delivery devices / surgical instruments / men's and women's soft goods / audio-visual equipment / personal protective equipment / HVAC and air filtration products / computer peripherals / cookware / extreme sports equipment.
Industrial Design
Medical Device Design
Industrial Design
I'm a freelance product designer based in Cheltenham, UK. Over my career I've gained a great deal of experience working with businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs; developing a wide array of new products.
As a freelance designer I regularly work on brand new ideas and existing product ranges. During that time I've had the opportunity to work on some interesting new ventures, ranging from wireless headphones to electro-surgical devices. Please get in touch to discuss your new project and how I can help.
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