APTUS DesignWorks is a product design and automation engineering team just outside Knoxville, Tennessee. From first sketch to production, we're with you the whole way.
Bring us in for one piece or for the whole journey.
From a rough idea to product on the shelf. We design it, prototype it, test it, and help you get it made.
Custom machines, test equipment, fixtures, and assembly tools, designed around your line and supported through start-up.
Our engineers design your production process, then run it: suppliers, assembly, and quality checks. When you're ready, the whole setup moves with you.
What the challenge was, the part we played, and how it turned out.
Three phases. Start wherever you are.
Our average time at APTUS is more than ten years. Why? We love working together. So do our customers: more than 80% of our work is for people who come back.
“Excellent craftsmanship like this is rare these days.”
Maintenance Team LeaderDenso Manufacturing TN“I can’t think of a better working relationship between an inventor and a design team. I heartily recommend these guys to any business, big or small. A huge thank you to APTUS for helping me realize my dreams!”
Ace RussellWay-to-Weave“Thanks to the team for their hard work, innovation, and don’t-give-up attitude. We purposely went outside our industry to tackle this challenge, and the team proved our concept well.”
Larry J. WoodCA, Dairy Cheq Inc.“APTUS DesignWorks has provided mechanical design services for Powermetrix since 2010. Their experienced team is very professional and will go the extra mile to provide excellent service even under the most time-constrained schedule. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch mechanical design and first-rate customer service.”
Steve HudsonP.E., Powermetrix“Honesty, integrity and competence… This is my experience with APTUS DesignWorks. From initial consultation to the end of a challenging ‘outside the box’ project, Ben and his team listened and advised without overselling. His team with their technical expertise and creativity translated our vision into reality. I look forward to our next project with APTUS.”
“APTUS DesignWorks has been instrumental in helping push the Legacy engine design forward. The APTUS team quickly grasped the challenges we faced and went to work. The tasks they performed for us were carried out with the highest level of competence and professionalism. My company will continue to work with APTUS and I strongly recommend them to anyone requiring engineering or design services.”
“APTUS is becoming the clear choice for high-value design services in this region.”
“APTUS has provided Navus Automation with machine design engineering and consulting services. Their professionalism, creative concepts, and commitment to excellence are off the scale.”
“We have been very pleased with the timeliness of service, accuracy of the drawings, and your understanding of automotive product design. Your company's experience is obvious in what you do, and we have had nothing but excellent communication throughout the project.”
“APTUS DesignWorks provided us the expert engineering and consulting I needed for this project. We appreciate the professional approach provided by APTUS engineers and would recommend them to anyone seeking engineering and design consultation. They have the ability to think outside the box when the situation demands, and we will continue to use APTUS with the knowledge that they are the best.”
We're an on-demand design and engineering team. We help turn product ideas into products that can be made: concept, 3D design, prototypes, testing, documentation, and working with manufacturers. We also design automation equipment, controls, fixtures, and assembly tools. Think of us as a design department you can plug in when you need one.
Absolutely. That's one of our favorite places to start. Many customers come to us with just an idea or a sketch, and we help think it through: what it does, who it's for, whether it's feasible, and what it will take to get to market.
It depends on complexity, where you're starting, and how far you want to go. Instead of a one-size-fits-all price, we build a budget with you and manage it together. Our projects have ranged from $10,000 to $1,000,000.
You do. New intellectual property we create for your project is yours. If our engineers are listed as inventors on a patent, that only strengthens it. You remain the owner (assignee).
Our workshop is at 253 Aluminum Ave in Alcoa, Tennessee, just outside Knoxville. We love working with local businesses, and we work just as well with customers anywhere, using online tools and regular check-ins.
Tell us where you're headed. We'll work out the way there with you.
or call 865.888.0042