Practical solutions,
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Our creative engineering team approaches each collaboration with flexibility and hands-on support to find the right design solution for you.

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We partner with businesses and entrepreneurs to develop practical, tailor-made product and automation solutions, always starting with your end goals in mind.

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Built on Trust, Driven by Curiosity

With a track record of successful collaborations spanning over a decade, our close-knit team tackles each challenge with expertise, curiosity, and an open mind.

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Together from Concept to Creation

We approach each project with a focus on clear communication and effective partnership with our clients. From concepts to manufacturing, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

Our Services

Custom-fit solutions

Tailored to your specific needs, not one-size-fits-all answers.

Streamlined development

From concept to implementation with a flexible, skilled partner.

Practical innovations

Driving real-world product and process advancements.

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Case Studies

Product Design

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American Powertrain Hydramax Clutch System

Redesigned a flagship product for improved performance, halving component costs and boosting supply chain reliability.
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Dakota Boat Retriever

Transformed a single fishermen’s boat retrieval concept into a safe, functional, and production-ready product.
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Haven Lock

Partnered with Haven to rapidly design, prototype, and launch next-gen smart door locks, redefining home security at the threshold.
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Production Engineering

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Laboratory Test Apparatus

Built a custom lab machine to help a tier-1 automotive client test a future high-volume process.

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Manual Alignment Fixture

Delivered a custom ergonomic alignment fixture in 2 weeks, meeting tight tolerances for a tier-1 automotive manual assembly process.

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Port Block-Off

Designed a rugged, quick-release port plug to streamline a client’s leak test process in a demanding production environment.

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Don’t just take our word for it

“Excellent craftsmanship like this is rare these days.”

Maintenance Team Leader

Denso 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 Russell

Way-to-Weave

“Thanks to the team for [their] hard work and innovation, and don’t-give-up attitude. We purposely went outside our industry to tackle [this] challenge and the team has proven [our] concept well.”

Larry J. Wood CA

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 Hudson P.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."

Gregg Brents, Founder

KitchenPro

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