Mechanical engineering design for industrial needs
In a nutshell
Mechanical engineering design means planning the mechanical structures and functional solutions of machines and equipment so that the overall system is manufacturable, safe, maintainable, and fit for purpose throughout its entire lifecycle.
- What: structures and functionality are modelled and dimensioned for implementation
- Who for: industrial companies and machinery & equipment manufacturers
- Benefits: improved manufacturability, safety, and lifecycle control
What the service includes in practice
The service covers the key areas of design so that implementation progresses in a controlled manner and the solution performs reliably during operation.
- Concept development and evaluation of alternative solutions
- Structural design and dimensioning
- Machine and equipment design (including special-purpose machinery)
- Joints, fastenings, and material selection
- Manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and technical documentation
- Development and optimisation of existing solutions
When the service is needed
- You are designing a new machine or piece of equipment
- You need a manufacturable and cost-efficient structural solution
- The equipment has usability, safety, or maintainability challenges
- The project requires clear documentation for manufacturing
- An existing solution is being modernised or re-dimensioned
What happens if design is insufficient
Inadequate design often becomes visible only during commissioning or the production phase. Typical consequences include:
- Additional costs and delays during manufacturing
- Functional problems and over-engineering
- Maintainability and safety shortcomings in operation
- Interface issues with electrical and automation systems
- Costly and high-risk modifications after commissioning
Coordination with other disciplines
Mechanical design directly affects how electrical and automation systems can be implemented: component placement, cabling, sensing, and operational safety are all tied to mechanical solutions.
When mechanical design is carried out together with electrical and automation design, interfaces function correctly and commissioning proceeds without surprises.
Who the service is for
- Industrial companies and production environments
- Machinery and equipment manufacturers
- Modernisation and development projects
- Subcontracting projects requiring implementation-ready documentation
Why Mixan
Mixan delivers practical engineering design with the goal of solutions that work both on paper and in production.
We seamlessly coordinate mechanical design with electrical and automation engineering, reducing interface errors and accelerating project progress.
We produce clear documentation that supports implementation, commissioning, and future modifications in a controlled manner.
Contact us
If you want to ensure that design supports implementation and reduces project risks, get in touch. We serve companies and industrial operators throughout Finland.