Design, Prototyping, Manufacture & Production design

About DESIGN, PROTOTYPING, MANUFACTURE & PRODUCTION (DPMP) DIVISION

The Design, Prototyping, Manufacture and Production (DPMP) division at BITRI is the creative engine that transforms research outputs into tangible, ready-to-use solutions. We drive product innovation, industrialisation, and commercialisation - bridging the gap between technology and society. BITRI’s mandate is to support national development through applied research and innovation. The DPMP division directly supports this by delivering high-quality design, prototyping, manufacturing, and production services for internal projects and external clients.

What We Offer

End‑to‑end services that move concepts from sketch to scaled production.

Core Services

  • Product design & development
  • Design consultancy
  • Prototyping (AM/3D printing, silicone casting, moulding)
  • Component fabrication
  • Product assembly & production

Benefits to Clients

  • Cost‑effective innovation support
  • Accelerated product‑to‑market timelines
  • Access to advanced prototyping & fabrication technology
  • High‑quality, locally developed products
  • Technical empowerment of SMEs & entrepreneurs
  • Contribution to national industrialisation & diversification

Our Facilities

Specialised studios and workshops that shorten the path from research to market.

Design Studio

1) Design Studio Human‑Centred

We apply Design Thinking and the Double Diamond process to solve complex problems in a user‑centric way. We collaborate across BITRI divisions and with external clients to turn insights into tangible products and services.

  • Design advisory services
  • Product development support
  • Consultancy for SMEs, corporates & government
  • Stakeholder‑inclusive co‑creation processes
Prototyping Centre

2) Prototyping Centre Additive Manufacturing

Our AM & 3D Printing Lab accelerates the journey from idea to prototype—accessible, rapid, and cost‑effective for research teams, industry, and individuals.

  • Product digitisation & 3D scanning
  • 3D printing using advanced SLS and FDM
  • Medical and industrial prototyping
  • Design & orientation optimisation
  • Technical support for iterative testing
Manufacturing Workshop

3) Manufacturing Workshop Precision

Traditional and precision fabrication capabilities supporting BITRI projects and external clients.

  • Machining & workshop tooling
  • Welding
  • CNC machining & laser cutting
  • Sheet‑metal forming
Production Workshop

4) Production Workshop Commercialisation

We complete the product journey with quality‑controlled finishing and support to scale.

  • Final assembly of BITRI products
  • Product packaging, installation, and after‑sales service
  • Support for SME production & commercialisation

Our Team Competencies

Industrial Designers

Experts in design systems, usability, and innovation—leading the translation of user needs into product requirements.

Engineers

Mechanical and manufacturing engineering strengths in systems design, tooling, and production planning.

Technical Staff

Skilled in machining, electronics, welding, assembly, and quality checks to ensure robust outcomes.

Partner with Us

We collaborate with SMEs, corporates, government, and research institutions to turn ideas into impactful solutions—rapidly and cost‑effectively. Let’s take your concept from sketch to production.

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