Industries We Serve for Product Development
In today’s competitive market, MAKO provides tailored product development solutions to help businesses in a variety of industries overcome unique challenges and stay ahead.
Variety of Industries
At MAKO, we pride ourselves on offering tailored product development services across a variety of industries. Our services encompass the entire product lifecycle from ideation and conceptual design to prototyping, testing, and final production.
Our approach ensures that each product is designed to meet the unique needs and challenges of its specific market. Below, we outline the key industries we serve.
Audio Video
The audio-video industry requires high-quality, immersive experiences that captivate users. At MAKO, we develop innovative audio and video products like speakers, headphones, and visual equipment. Our goal is to enhance the sensory experience with exceptional sound quality, crystal-clear visuals, and intuitive design.
Automotive
In the automotive industry, accessories enhance vehicle functionality and the pleasure of a car ride. MAKO can help you develop practical and stylish automotive accessories, focusing on user needs and industry trends. Our expertise includes designing everything from ergonomic seating solutions to high-tech add-ons that improve driving comfort and safety.
Baby
The baby products industry requires careful consideration of safety, comfort, and developmental benefits. We design innovative and practical baby items that provide convenience for parents and ensure the safety and comfort of babies, ranging from smart cribs to ergonomic baby carriers.
Children
The children’s product segment covers toys, educational tools, and everyday items that must be engaging, safe, and age-appropriate. At MAKO, we create products that foster creativity and learning, while strictly adhering to safety standards to ensure the well-being of children.
Consumer Electronics
The consumer electronics industry evolves rapidly, demanding both innovation and precision. At MAKO, we focus on designing cutting-edge, user-friendly devices. We ensure your electronic products exceed market standards in both functionality and design. Our team uses the latest technology to develop products that stand out in a competitive market.
Games
The gaming industry thrives on creativity, engagement, and durability. MAKO Invent helps create games and gaming accessories that captivate audiences, ranging from board games to video game peripherals, ensuring that fun is combined with a focus on quality and safety.
Garden Tools
Garden tools must be efficient, ergonomic, and durable to enhance the gardening experience. We at MAKO focus on creating gardening solutions that ease the workload for gardening enthusiasts, from ergonomic hand tools to innovative smart irrigation systems.
Home and Kitchen
The home and kitchen industry demands products that combine practicality with aesthetics. At MAKO, we design a range of home and kitchen gadgets that enhance daily living. Whether it’s a smart kitchen appliance or an essential household item, we focus on usability, durability, and style.
Lighting
The lighting industry thrives on creativity, engagement, and durability. MAKO helps create amazing lights that captivate users, ranging from hand-held to fixtures and beyond
Military & Tactical
The military and tactical industry demands products that are durable, reliable, and innovative. MAKO designs tactical gear and accessories built to endure harsh conditions and improve operational performance, ranging from protective equipment to advanced utility tools.
Fashion Accessories
Fashion accessories combine style with functionality. MAKO Invent creates fashionable yet practical accessories, including bags, jewelry, and wearables, ensuring each product aligns with the latest trends while being durable and comfortable.
Fitness Equipment
Sports and fitness products must withstand rigorous and frequent use while providing comfort and enhancing performance. MAKO’s designs for this sector emphasize durability, functionality, and user comfort. We can support the development of a wide range of products, from wearable fitness devices to innovative gym equipment, ensuring that each item supports athletes and fitness enthusiasts in achieving their goals.
Health & Wellness
Health and wellness products require a delicate balance of innovation, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards. MAKO’s team is adept at developing products that improve quality of life, from fitness trackers to medical devices. We prioritize user safety and product efficacy, ensuring our designs meet rigorous health standards and provide tangible benefits to users.
Home Renovation & DIY
The home renovation and DIY market requires tools that are practical, efficient, and easy to use. MAKO Invent designs products that simplify home improvement, from versatile power tools to innovative DIY kits, empowering users to complete projects with confidence.
Houseware & Homeware
Houseware and homeware products are designed to improve the comfort and functionality of living spaces. MAKO develops a range of home solutions, from efficient storage systems to stylish decor items, focusing on enhancing everyday life through innovative design.
Internet of Things (IoT)
IoT products add connectivity to everyday life, offering smarter living solutions. MAKO Invent helps bring these devices to market by focusing on seamless integration, user-friendly interfaces, and strong security, whether for smart home gadgets or wearable tech.
Medical
The medical industry requires precision, reliability, and strict adherence to safety standards. MAKO develops medical devices and accessories that aid healthcare professionals and patients alike, from diagnostic tools to wearable health monitors, ensuring safety and efficacy.
Office Supplies
Office supplies should boost productivity and be easy to use. We design office products that streamline workflows and enhance comfort, from ergonomic furniture to smart organizational tools, ensuring each item contributes to a more efficient work environment.
Patio & BBQ
Patio and BBQ products improve outdoor living experiences. MAKO Invent develops durable, stylish, and practical solutions for outdoor spaces, including BBQ grills, outdoor furniture, and accessories, allowing users to enjoy their leisure time with convenience and comfort.
Pet Products
Pet products must cater to the needs of our furry friends and owners. MAKO develops innovative pet products that enhance pet care and owner convenience. Our designs range from smart feeding systems to durable toys, ensuring that pets are happy and healthy.
Space
The space industry demands innovation and reliability, especially under extreme conditions. MAKO Invent supports the development of specialized components and tools for use in aerospace environments, focusing on reliability, safety, and precision.
Soft Goods
Soft goods encompass textiles, clothing, and other fabric-based products. MAKO designs comfortable and stylish soft goods, from casual wear to industrial textiles, ensuring durability and functionality are combined with attractive aesthetics.
Sports
Sports products need to support peak performance while prioritizing safety and comfort. We create sports equipment and accessories designed to enhance athletic performance, emphasizing ergonomics, durability, and user experience to help athletes reach their full potential.
Survival
Survival products focus on reliability and resilience in challenging environments. MAKO Invent designs survival gear that assists users in navigating tough situations, from compact multi-tools to emergency shelters, ensuring dependability when it matters most.
Tools
Tools must be reliable, ergonomic, and effective. We design hand tools and power tools for a wide range of applications, from household tasks to professional-grade construction projects. Our focus is on creating durable, easy-to-use, and innovative tools that cater to diverse user needs. Whether for everyday DIY projects, advanced home renovations, or industrial applications, our tools are crafted to deliver optimal performance, comfort, and efficiency for all users.
Toys
The toy industry requires creativity and innovation, along with a strong commitment to safety and an understanding of developmental stages. At MAKO, we work closely with our clients to design toys that are engaging and safe, igniting imagination and ensuring fun. Our designs are informed by insights from child psychology and current trends.
Wearable Tech
Wearable tech products must seamlessly integrate technology with fashion and functionality. MAKO develops wearable technology that combines advanced features with user comfort, from smartwatches to health monitoring wearables, ensuring each product adds value to the user’s daily life.
Where are you in your Product Journey?
The World’s Benchmark Product Development Model
We pioneered the SMART Product Development model, a unique and efficient platform and process to ensure high-quality, timely, and cost-efficient product development from sketch through to manufacturing.
SMART stands for:
01 | Skillful
02 | Marketable
03 | Accelerated
04 | Responsive
05 | Targeted
Awards and Recognition
More awards than any other design firm in our niche
What to find out more?
Our client-centric process ensures that your vision guides every phase, from initial sketches to rigorous simulations and prototyping, ultimately refining your product for successful market entry.
Developing Products for 20+ Years
MAKO Design has spent over 20 years creating, testing, refining, and perfecting the industrial design process required to create global caliber products, specifically for startups, small manufacturers, home inventors, and eCommerce brands.
Through our intense focus on product design services for small businesses, we ensure perfect alignment with your product vision and help you succeed in every way. Our industrial design services are tailored to designing your product to a modern and top-tier caliber while also being able to execute quickly and efficiently, all at small business budgets. We created this product development niche back in 1999, and we’re still leading it today focusing on that same business model over 20 years later.
Our Product Development Work
Innovative solutions, successful launches.
Modular Outlet
Ever struggle with plugging all your electronics into one outlet while getting through your work day? The Modular Outlet solves this!
PetBot
TriMech (formerly MAKO) provided Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, and Prototyping of the PetBot consumer electronic product.
Comfycup Portable Cup Holder
TriMech (formerly MAKO) provided industrial design services for the Comfycup, the world’s first portable cup holder for public transportation
Testimonials
“I have worked with TriMech from product conception to manufacturing and I know that I would not be where I am today if I had not made the decision to work with them. It has and will always be one of my best decisions ever!”
Alison Brett
Inventor, Clasp Magic
“Great company to work with. Kevin, Leona, Paul and the rest of the staff were very helpful to get my invention Tri-Plunger designed, prototyped and produced. Thank you so much.”
Bob Ginther
Inventor, Tri Plunger
“TriMech exceeded my expectations. The process from inception to completion was facilitated with ease. The overall experience was very positive. The employees were very helpful, responsive, and gave great advice. As a result, I have a US Design and US Utility Patent on my product. I am looking forward to a continued partnership. I am a HAPPY customer and would recommend anyone to them!”
Emma Torres
CEO, KiddieGo LLC
“The team at TriMech helped CarGenerator create an amazing product that is not only revolutionary but a necessity. They helped me bring my idea to life with their award-winning concept design, engineering, prototyping and manufacturing services.”
Jonathan Schloo
CEO, CarGenerator
FAQs
Understanding the nuances of product development across different industries can be complex. To help clarify, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions about product development.
These FAQs address the types, stages, and strategies involved in the process, providing a comprehensive overview of what you need to know.
The four major types of product development are:
- New Product Development: Creating entirely new products to meet emerging market needs.
- Product Improvements: Enhancing existing products to improve performance or appeal.
- Product Modifications: Altering products to meet new regulatory standards or market conditions.
- Cost Reductions: Redesigning products to lower production costs while maintaining quality.
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