This analytical manufacturer sought to totally redesign the unit for cost-reduction, design, ergonomics, and assembly enhancement to resolve and implement new product features. An extensive Systems Analysis™ study was initiated to understand the existing product and system. The study ranged from analyzing end-user requirements, engineering requirements, manufacturing, quality control, inventory and shipping, as well as field maintenance. A program was outlined which resulted in objectives, design parameters and design deliverables, defined as follows:

• Dynamic Housing Superstructure - Development of a one-piece, gas-assist injection-molded housing/superstructure (21-lb. shot).
  
• Optics Bench - Redesigned in composites, eliminating all previous aluminum castings/secondary operations.
  
• Furnace Redesign - Drastically easing operation and adjustment safety.
  
• Carousel - Redevelopment of same to expand the analytical range of the instrument.

An outstanding collaboration resulted in the introduction of new manufacturing techniques and procedures. A case in point, whereby DevelopmentDNA™ methodology enabled outstanding system design.