Manufacturing

Developing Prototypes and Manufacturing Models

With a technology implementation plan in place (please see the technology link for more information) we have developed drawings and plans to be able to optimize our prototype system and prepare it as a product for delivery into the market. Below are schematics of potential forms of our system:

Figure 1: Concept sketch of the cartridge system that will be utilized in the FRED device. The catridge will contain freeze dried bacteria and electroactive chemicals where the sample can be added. A one way valve will ensure containment, and a twist locked bleach capsule will allow for easy disposal of the product.

Figure 2: Conceptual sketch of the device which contains a loading location for the catridge, a heating block to ensure electrodes are functional, and built-in GPS/USB/WiFi capability to send the data to the appropriate server or device.

Production will be facilitated by partnering with key manufacturing services and operation experts. One such example of one of these partners would be ACAMP - the Alberta Center for the Advancement of MNT Products. This government funded organization provides expertise and funding to commercialize products.

Production A) How will you accomplish production or conduct service operations? 1) How much will you do internally and by what methods? 2) How much through subcontracts, both initially and after one or two years? B) What production or operating advantages do you have? C) What is your present capacity for level of production or operations? How can this be expanded? D) What are critical parts? Are any of these parts “single- or sole-sourced” or do you have backup vendors? What are the lead times of these parts? E) What are the standard costs for production at different volume levels?

Once we have characterized our sensory element and coupled it to the optimal reporters in our chassis, we will need to create the portable lab.