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PRODUCT REALIZATION PROCESS DESCRIPTION

DAEDALTEC
Through the use of our product realization
process, we specialize in the development of a
wide range of tailor made prototypes based on
our client's design scope.

PRODUCT REALIZATION
Below is a step-by-step description of our Product Realization Process. The PROCESS
Product Realization Process is used for New Product Development. After the
initial feasibility study is conducted, a written proposal is submitted which outlines
the planned schedule and other relevant issues. Upon customer acceptance we
then move into the planning design phase.

CONFIDENTIALITY / NON-DISCLOSURE
To initiate the confidentiality process, please e-mail your non-
disclosure/confidentiality document to the contact engineer. Daedaltec will review
information and make potential revisions to the document. The revision process, if
necessary, will occur between the customer and Daedaltec. Daedaltec will sign
the final document once revisions are agreed upon. This process typically lasts
from 3 to 10 working days depending upon revisions required.
There are six major phases – feasibility, design,
prototyping, first article, sourcing, and production.
INITIAL MEETING WITH POTENTIAL CUSTOMER
The initial meeting with a potential customer will be scheduled after a brief
telephone conversation with a Daedaltec contact engineer. The initial meeting
typically lasts anywhere from 1 to 3 hours and includes full disclosure of the
product concept to the Daedaltec engineering staff. A customer should come to
the meeting prepared to discuss the product concept, what has been
accomplished to date, end use environment, etc. A customer should also bring
any sketches, drawings, or hand-made prototypes that apply.

REQUIREMENTS GATHERING
Daedaltec works with the customer to gain a complete understanding of the
application in order to identify its potential requirements. These requirements
could come from the customer, could be mandated by law or could be generally
accepted standards within industry. Requirements should address the
marketability of the product to consider its customer.

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FEASIBILITY STUDY
Initial feasibility is a crucial step in the process that can better define the product
design and development path. Feasibility reviews the design concept,
components, possible manufacturing methods, and also can provide valuable
ballpark tooling and piece price estimates. These can then be applied to a
business plan and used to evaluate if the project should proceed and what target
costs should be achieved. The feasibility study serves as the roadmap for your
product.

PRODUCT DESIGN
The product design and development phase will begin once the feasibility of
Phase One has been jointly determined. This phase includes the generation of 3D
solid models as necessary for the development of the product. A 3D solid model is
created using SolidWorks because it can be used directly for future prototyping,
analysis work, tooling quotes, etc. The 3D solid model is also used because of the
ease of visualization of the product. The computer model can be viewed at
anytime by the customer using eDrawings – eDrawings is a free viewing and
publishing application for sharing 2D and 3D product design data.

PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT
An early system (called a test-bed) is produced which has the same internal
components as indicated in the Design Document. Some of the prototype’s
elements may be missing or different. However, the goal is to get early
verification and validation of the system's performance using a test-bed. The test-
bed provides a development environment that is shielded from the hazards of
testing in a live or production environment.

PROTOTYPE CONSTRUCTION
New design solutions may come to light once the test-bed is in place. Daedaltec
continues to work with the customer through possible changes to develop the best
possible product. A prototype system will be redesigned based on the Test-bed
design. Needed components for the prototype will then be procured, fabricated,
and assembled.

TEST & CHECKOUT

The prototype is tested against high level requirements (HLR) and specifications
(a work instruction based on HLR and specification may be used to test the
prototype). The prototype will be tested under supervision of Daedaltec engineers
and approved by the customer before phase exit.

ENGINEERING CHANGES
Product designs are typically not complete after the initial computer model is
developed or even sometimes after the first prototype is built. New design features

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can come to light once a prototype is in hand. Daedaltec continues to work with
the customer through possible changes to develop the best possible product.

FIRST ARTICLE & FINALIZE DESIGN

After the prototype is accepted, the product moves into the production phase
where Daedaltec completes development and delivers the first article for final
verification and acceptance; the first article is representative of the first production
run of a new product. A final design must be approved by the customer and by
the tooling source before tooling is attempted. This will allow all expectations to
be listed and discussed with both parties.

SOURCING
Daedaltec engineers will be able to locate resources for the production of the
customer's product and obtain competitive quotes. Daedaltec can assist the
customer to insure part quality, tooling quality, and even project deadlines. By
working with both the customer and the source together, Daedaltec engineers can
provide a valuable technical link and keep communication lines open to both ends.

INITIAL PRODUCTION
Initial production allows for a sampling of parts to be manufactured and evaluated
by a customer before the entire required run is produced. This allows any issues
to be resolved before a larger quantity is produced.

FULL SCALE PRODUCTION

At this phase, the customer has verified the parts are satisfactory and the full
number of parts can be produced via the contracted amount.

COMMITMENT LEVEL
Daedaltec can provide assistance during all phases of the product realization
process, from concept to production. Throughout the process Daedaltec’s phased
approach allows the customer to evaluate if the project should proceed. However,
the project’s commitment level increases with each phase. At each phase, the
customer is required to commit to an increased level of capital infusion to continue
their commitment to the project.

We would be happy to talk with you about your needs, budget, and compatibility
with our product realization process. If your project is determined to be
compatible with our process, then you will be extremely satisfied with the end
result.

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