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Welcome to NovusWorks

Creative, Practically™

About NovusWorks:

NovusWorks is the mechanical engineering consulting firm Minneapolis industries have relied on to create innovative solutions to increase efficiency and streamline productivity. I provide comprehensive services for advanced manufacturing, process development, custom equipment and product design needs.

ABOUT

NovusWorks is the mechanical engineering consulting firm Minneapolis industries have relied on to create innovative solutions to increase efficiency and streamline productivity. I provide comprehensive services for advanced manufacturing, process development, custom equipment and product design needs. 

 

NovusWorks was built on a foundation of fifteen years of design experience creating unique, one of a kind machines primarily for medical device companies. These projects ranged from simple bench top systems to multi-axis robotic work-cells and integrated production lines. The medical manufacturing industry combines process, material, and precision constraints verging on the exotic; and every project, even “repeat” builds, had its own challenges and surprises. Nearly every project had far more unknowns and variables than engineers are normally comfortable with and that is a crucial hurdle for most customers. 

 

Many manufacturing process projects are delayed or abandoned because of the resources needed to define them accurately, or the inability to answer a few fundamental questions. The years of experience dealing with unique challenges has not given us all the answers, but it has helped us to focus on asking better questions. Because of this, NovusWorks has become the automation engineering consulting firm Minneapolis businesses trust to formulate creative solutions to unique challenges.

All projects start with a conversation

I have over twenty years of experience in building custom equipment for manufacturing medical devices, electronics, industrial applications, and sheet metal fabrication.  Whether you are from a large corporation or you may have an idea to discuss, I can help with development, manufacturing, design, prototyping and wrangling the unknowns.  There are always unknowns!

Concept Development

It can start with a sketch or an idea.  Concept development can include a feasibility analysis or a more detailed research study. 

Prototypes

Sometimes the only way to evaluate a concept is to build a prototype.  A good prototype should have enough detail to answer questions that are hard to quantify, but simple enough to allow for iteration if necessary.

Hardware and Equipment Development

I only commit to what I can guarantee.  Before any metal is cut the scope of the work will be defined.  This includes if additional resources are necessary for a successful project. Using an accepted concept as a reference, I can bring your concept to reality. 

Confidentiality

Just about everything I have ever built is proprietary and confidential.  Trade secrets and know-how are the critical knowledge that companies rely on to be competitive.  Customer confidentiality is a routine part of any project.

Typical Projects

Custom laboratory equipment

Custom mechanical design

Benchtop automation

Process improvement

Feasibility analysis

Prototyping

Technology sourcing

Specification review

Core technology invention

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SERVICES

NovusWorks provides specification creation, design, source parts and services to bring your idea to life.

NOVUSWORKS SOLUTIONS
Automation

Manufacturing Process Automation Design

Do you need to automate an existing process?

Increasing efficiency and output is a constant battle within the manufacturing industry. If you have a process that needs to be automated, NovusWorks provides the manufacturing process automation consulting Minneapolis manufacturers rely on to efficiently and effectively improve their systems. I work closely with you to create accurate specifications, and develop process improvements that meet the needs of your business. Other process automation services include:

 

  • Full CAD rendering of equipment and process

  • Detailed design of equipment

  • Management of the quotation process for equipment

Do you need a new process?

If you have not yet defined a new process, NovusWorks provides comprehensive process development services to suit your needs. I develop one-of-a-kind processes for your evaluation, and can even develop custom equipment design to ensure that the process performs at peak efficiency. Contact NovusWorks to learn more.

Industrial Process Automation Development

Automation of Existing Processes

If your systems are not operating at maximum efficiency, evaluating and improving your current processes is your best option. NovusWorks provides the productivity increasing industrial process automation consulting Minneapolis industrial firms can trust to create an innovative, effective solution. To ensure that I create accurate specifications, I work closely with you throughout the development process, identifying areas for improvement and providing services such as detailed equipment design, full CAD rendering, and equipment quote process management.

New Process Automation

In many cases there is a need to develop a completely new automated process. In these cases, NovusWorks provides design and development services which streamline your project and give you the assets you need to transition from manual to automated. These services include:

 

  • Evaluation of current processes

  • Development of new automation process

  • Design and development of one-of-a-kind process equipment

Process

Custom Process Equipment Design Services

You’ve defined an issue within your manufacturing process, and you’ve identified a solution. There’s just one problem, the piece of equipment you need does not exist. NovusWorks provides the custom manufacturing equipment design Minneapolis industries rely on. From identification of the process issue to drafting specifications for specialized equipment, our experienced specialists provide the comprehensive solution to create the technology you need.

 

Not only does NovusWorks produce the design assets, I also help to streamline the production of your custom equipment by sourcing parts and services through our trusted partners. If you are in need of custom equipment design services, contact NovusWorks today to learn more about our experience and product solutions.

Ideas

Do you need ideas?

You know that you have efficiency or productivity gaps, but you may not have a detailed concept of how to solve those issues, and that’s where I come in. NovusWorks specializes in developing product technology, custom equipment, and manufacturing processes. I am committed to finding new and innovative solutions for your specific needs, even when the problem is not well defined. There’s no need to continue to lag, contact NovusWorks and together I’ll find the answer to your manufacturing challenges.

Do you have an idea that needs to become reality?

NovusWorks takes pride in providing the custom manufacturing consulting solutions Minneapolis manufacturers can trust to make an impact on their processes. To ensure that your needs are met, I provide a variety of services to take your concept and bring it to life. These services include:

 

  • Specification creation

  • Define part, process and construction criteria

  • Custom manufacturing product design solutions

  • CAD modeling and drafting

  • Equipment design engineering for manufacturability and ease of assembly

  • Functional development

  • Source parts and services

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SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Consulting Services

NovusWorks goes beyond most other engineering consulting companies to provide the SOLIDWORKS CAD software design services Minneapolis manufacturers can utilize to bring their ideas to life. Not only do I provide process development services for the issues you have already clearly identified, but I create whole new processes and render one-of-a-kind equipment for your innovative solution – giving you the tangibles you need to move forward. 

 

CAD renderings help to expedite the design and development of your new equipment or process, allowing for rapid creation of parts, and design validation. To learn more about NovusWorks’ SOILDWORKS design services, contact us today.

WHY NOVUSWORKS

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NovusWorks takes pride in creating innovative, one-of-a-kind process and equipment solutions for advanced manufacturing. Utilizing unparalleled creativity and process engineering experience, our solutions provide an increase in productivity and efficiency for products that other consultants would never take on. To see examples of my work, please contact NovusWorks for more information about my previous work and current services.

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Do you have a unique advanced manufacturing process idea, or want to increase the productivity of your business? NovusWorks is the engineering consulting company Minneapolis manufacturers can rely on to take their processes to the next level. Whether you have a clearly defined idea, or are simply looking for opportunities to increase efficiency, NovusWorks will create a customized solution for you.

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