We act as your specialist product design resource, developing industrial and infrastructure equipment built to withstand harsh conditions while integrating complex electronics. From IP67 certified gas industry enclosures to RFID access modules and thermal printers, we design products that are user-centred, compliant, and manufacturable at scale.
Why work with us on your next medical device?
Environmentalprotection – Expertise in IP-rated (IP65, IP67+) waterproof and dustproof enclosure designs.
Standards&certification – Experience with ATEX-certified enclosures for gas and hazardous industries.
Electronicsintegration – Designing housings that safely support sensors and other embedded systems.
DesignforManufacture - Injection-moulded, cast, formed and machined solutions optimised for mass production.
How we support your development.
Our approach & design services provide an end to end solution for established businesses and start-ups.
Concept and Feasibility
Idea Generation, exploration and selection.
Explore enclosure concepts that balance protection, ergonomics, and certification needs.
3D CAD Design Detail
Defining features and mechanical structure.
evelop robust models for injection moulding, CNC machining, or hybrid processes.
Prototype and Test
Functional prototypes for evaluation.
Validate durability, ingress protection, and real-world usability.
Design for manufacture
Optimisation for cost and efficiency.
nsure scalable, cost-effective production with compliance documentation.
Industrial Design Case Studies
Renda Systems
ATEX Certified Enclosure
Able Systems
Handheld Thermal printer
Inventory Ltd
Entry System Module
ATKINS
Nuclear Glove Box
Get Started.
We understand the need to balance safety, performance, and market appeal in sports product design. Whether you’re developing impact protection equipment or innovative training aids, our team is ready to help.
Book a consultation today and take the first step toward launching your next sports or fitness product.
What it’s like to work
with Design by Datum
We’re trusted by businesses across the UK and Europe. Here’s what some of our clients have to say about working with us:
“The team at Design by Datum did a great job to quickly understand our brand, our product and created production ready design work that our customers love. They considered the details, but kept in mind the big picture throughout the process.”
Andrew Byatt MD @ Blaze Entertainment
"Throughout this wide-ranging project, DBD has been meticulous and resourceful, personable and adaptable. They have pushed the selected concept all the way through to the cusp of volume production. Without hesitation, I would choose to work with Design By Datum again."
Andrew HardyHead of Engineering @ Able System
“Extremely professional, laid out a schedule of work with pricing and they delivered exactly what I needed on time in full which allowed me to develop and commercialise my products. Genuinely couldn’t have been happier. ”
Toby GlynnFounder @ Paradus Systems
"Designs were sent back to me extremely quickly and the digital sketches were absolutely stunning. Lovely guys to work with and will be utilising their expertise again! Can’t recommend enough."