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Enclosure Design

When hardware has to survive the field, the enclosure isn't packaging — it's part of the product. At KEK Design, we engineer enclosures that protect complex electronics, meet environmental requirements, and hold up under the conditions your users actually work in. From handheld comms to rugged gateways, we design for manufacturability, thermal performance, and IP compliance from day one.

Our Process

Phase 1
Product Definition
Project Diagnostics
User Research
User Stories & User Needs
Visual Brand Language
Product Requirements
Concep Ideation
UX & Usability Goals
Configuration & Workflows
User Evaluations
Design Strategy & Brief
Traceability Matrix V1
Phase 2
Design & Development
Design Intent & Prototypes
Engineering Development
Engineering Analysis / FEA
DFMEA
Development & Alpha Prototyping
Engineering Testing
Formative User Evaluations
Development & Alpha Prototyping
Engineering Testing
Formative User Evaluations
Design Specifications
Traceability Matrix V2
Phase 3
Design Verification
Build Beta Prototypes
Test Plan & Protocols
Qualification Testing
Support Test Labs (60601)
Design Freeze
Final Design Specifications
Traceability Matrix V3
Phase 4
Transfer to Manufacturing
Production Support
HF Validation

Design that Moves you Forward

Most Medtech products, and many early stage start-ups, reach a point where they function, but haven't yet been fully refinied. We work with teams at any stage—from early concepts to fully functional products—and push them further by improving how they're built, how they're used, and how they perform in real-world environments. By optimizing internal architecture, component layout, and user interaction, we reduce risk while also enhancing clarity, efficiency, and reliability. Every decision is made to strengthen the product as a whole, so it not only works as intended, but delivers a more intuitive, dependable experience for the clinicians and patients who rely on it.

Areas of Expertise

Models and Prototypes

We build models that move beyond appearance—tools that validate function, assembly, and real-world use. From quick iterations to refined prototypes, each step is designed to uncover issues early and push ideas forward with confidence.

Usability Testing

We observe how people actually interact with products, identifying friction points that aren’t visible on paper. These insights directly inform design decisions, ensuring products feel intuitive, safe, and easy to use.

Electrical Engineering

We integrate electrical systems early in the design process, aligning performance and reliability requirements with real-world production constraints to ensure robuste and dependable operation.

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Mechanical Engineering

We design mechanical systems with manufacturability in mind from the start, ensuring form, structure, and constraints are resolved early. This allows us to create solutions that are both functional and ready for production.

Human Factors Engineering

We design with the human body in mind, shaping products that feel natural and reduce strain over time. Every interaction is considered to improve comfort, control, and long-term usability.

UI/UX

We create interfaces that guide users without confusion or hesitation. By focusing on clarity and flow, we ensure digital interactions support the product experience rather than complicate it.