You have a promising product idea and a solid grasp of the technology behind it. However, when it comes to selecting the right materials, optimizing their properties, or navigating the complexities of manufacturing processes, you find yourself in unfamiliar territory. This is where Cambridge Polymer Group (CPG) becomes an indispensable partner. With over 25 years of expertise in material science and product development, CPG helps you transform your concept into a market-ready reality. Our team of experts fills the crucial gap between your innovative vision and the complex world of materials, ensuring your product not only functions as intended but also excels in performance, durability, and compliance.
The Product Development Lifecycle
The product development process typically follows these key stages:
- Market Need Identification
- User Requirements Definition
- Concept Development
- Prototype Creation and Testing
- Iterative Refinement
- Manufacturing Process Definition
- Quality Control Establishment
- Regulatory Compliance
- Product Launch
CPG enhances each stage of this journey with material science expertise, ensuring efficient and successful outcomes.
CPG’s Comprehensive Support
Cambridge Polymer Group provides tailored materials assistance at every stage of the product development process:
Concept Generation and Refinement
- Engage in brainstorming sessions to generate innovative concepts
- Review and refine ideas, considering potential failure points and user requirements
- Develop prototypes to explore promising concepts
Design and Material Selection
- Consider all performance and user requirements early in the process
- Analyze potential risks in manufacturing
- Ensure compliance with defined requirements and industry standards
- Select appropriate materials based on performance needs and regulatory standards
Manufacturing Development
- Conduct failure modes analysis
- Develop cleaning and packaging processes
- Create testing plans for quality assurance and product validation
Expertise Across Industries
CPG’s 25+ years of experience spans various sectors:
- Medical Device: Navigate stringent FDA and EU MDR regulations with structured workflows that emphasize biocompatibility testing, chemical characterization, and regulatory submission support.
- Consumer Products: Enhance efficacy, stability, and user experience in products like hair sprays, bug repellents, surface coatings, and more.
- Lab Instrumentation: Design and fabricate custom instrumentation for material characterization, including novel equipment for measuring swelling behavior, extensional flow response, and tack response.
- Sports and Toys: Push the boundaries of fun with material science. Recent CPG projects include golf club sensors and bouncy balls.
- Aerospace: Develop and test advanced materials for aerospace applications, such as astronaut cleaning agents or method development of quality testing for painted surfaces.
- Pharmaceuticals: Address unique challenges in drug delivery systems or material compatibility.
Why Choose CPG?
CPG’s comprehensive understanding of material behavior, manufacturing approaches, cost requirements, and regulatory considerations makes them an ideal partner for medical device design. Our expertise covers:
- Due-diligence assistance
- Patent review
- Material selection and compatibility analysis
CPG’s comprehensive approach ensures that all critical factors are addressed early in the design process, optimizing the path to market success. Our team’s expertise guides clients through the complexities of product development, providing the knowledge necessary to bring innovative products to life.