Why? - To create new products (for ex. for a new market or for export). Example : Design of automatic machines for precision moulding of low melting point metals.  Aim :  'Cladding' on prototype basis while taking account of constraints such as ergonomics, accessibility of the various components, manufacturing method for the various elements, etc. Client : ALM (Belgium), precision mechanics company specialised in mechining metal by removal of material, and creating precision machine tools capable of producting to order.   - To improve a product (for ex. ergonomics, production  techniques, etc) or modernise a product range. Example : Design of the bodywork for mobile press (18 tons). Aim : To improve acoustic insulation (with 'sandwish' panels) both for the user and people in the vicinity, investiganting the interchangeablility of the composites parts, ... Client: Lefort (Belgium), world's leading manufacturer of mobile shearing machines. See the PDF version