Case Study
we are a electronics and electrical engineering design company and consultancy.
We won’t tell you what we think you want; we will listen and find the most cost-effective solution for your needs. We specialise in the design, development, and production of embedded electronics from concept to delivery of the finished product. This can seem a daunting task and appear to be a huge mountain to climb but our expertise enables us to help you hit your financial and delivery targets efficiently.
Types of industries
we work with:
automotive
IoT
medical
utilities
Types of industries
we work with:
Utilities
Medical
loT
Automotive
our latest work
Case Study
Access platform controller
We developed this product for a vehicle converter in the UK that was keen to have UK based suppliers. The client currently had a complex control system that was quite expensive. We worked with the client to understand the specification and developed a microprocessor based ECU (Electronic Control Unit) that improved functions and reduced complexity and cost of their product. FR Ltd supplies this product to the client in volume quantities. We developed the ECU to be compatible with other products and be easily configured (via software) to operate in other applications.
Networked PDU
We developed this product for a specific defence customer but with other customers in mind and retained the IPR. This product is designed to be a remote controlled, remotely monitored 19” rack mounted power distribution unit. The product is a 1U design with 1 or 3 phase inputs and 10 single phase outlets. Each outlet is filtered and has dual redundant switches to control the outlet. Each outlet has voltage input/output monitoring and current measurement for each outlet. The unit contains its own temperature and humidity monitor and the whole unit is Ethernet connected for network connection.
Wi-Fi Ceiling Rose
This product is an internal R&D product project, home automation is high growth area and we felt that a ceiling rose with some integral sensors that can share data as well as control the room light was a good idea. So we developed a Wi-Fi connected ceiling with the same footprint and connection terminals as a regular ceiling rose and integrated a PIR sensor that can be linked to security systems, temperature and humidity sensors that can share data with HVAC systems.
Revolutionising Asset Protection
The Challenge:
A client approached us with the concept of a reliable security measure to safeguard valuable assets, spanning rural locations and remote properties. Traditional security systems often prove ineffective in these environments due to power and communication constraints, leaving assets vulnerable to theft and damage.
Our Solution:
We developed a multi-use IoT platform with some base sensors (microphone and accelerometer) to detect movement and specific noises using cellular communications to relay information to asset owners/managers.
The customer wanted to protect valuable classic vehicles, but we developed a device that can be fixed or hidden from any asset.
To enable wider use we added the capability to attach other sensors so the platform can be deployed for other remote monitoring activities and data logging.
The platform utilises both NB-IoT and LTE networks, enabling worldwide usage.
mobile access platforms
The Challenge:
Our client approached us with the challenge of enhancing their control system and wiring harness set to reduce warranty, streamline functionality, and manage customer options effectively.
Our Solution:
After careful analysis, we developed a cutting-edge microprocessor-based system with solid-state inputs and outputs PCB, complete with diagnostic capabilities. This comprehensive solution not only improved reliability but also simplified diagnosis, saving our client valuable time and resources.
Furthermore, we took their product to the next level by designing a sleek enclosure, graphics, and a membrane panel, giving it a professional and polished appearance.
But our commitment didn’t stop there! We established a long-term partnership, offering ongoing engineering support and managing changes at no additional cost.
We’re proud to have played a pivotal role in helping our client launch a new, innovative solution for their vehicles.
Case Study
Hydroponics PLC
Under a developer agreement we have designed, developed a programmable device that is connected to a phone or tablet and enables the user to programme a growing cycle for many different preinstalled plants, fruits and vegetables or develop their own cycle. The device then controls heating and cooling, lighting, CO2 dosing, nutrient dosing, air handling fans; the unit also measure temperature, pH, EC, humidity, CO2 concentration and light levels.
Ballast Test Equipment
A customer came to us with a requirement to be able to measure accurately the output of electronic lighting ballasts, the customer imports these parts from low cost offshore manufacturers and the claims of the manufacturer are sometimes exaggerated. The challenge is that the output of these devices is relatively high power and the output is switched at very high frequencies, we developed the test equipment to enable the customer to accurately measure the potential products they were planning to distribute.
Air Pro Fan Controller
This product is now established in the market and was developed to be a low cost volume product, we designed the unit, wrote the software and selected the offshore manufacturer to produce the finished product.
Switch Timer Sticking relay contacts consultancy
We are predominantly a design company but we are also an experienced consultancy with many years engineering experience with good troubleshooting skills. A customer came to us with a product that had a high warranty return rate, we analysed the design, offered some easy fixes and produced some samples for test. The results were a significant reduction in warranty returns and an improvement of the product reputation.
Motorcycle Lighting ECU
This product was developed to offer improved functionality, primarily to motorcycles, but is also a building block that could be adapted to other applications. The ECU contains an orientation sensor so that the motion of the vehicle can be interpreted to switch lights on and off, namely indicators. This ECU could be used just as effectively on any vehicle to cancel indicators or switch other services depending on the orientation, speed and position of the vehicle.