Product Design
We provide complete engineering solutions to assist our customers in a broad range of industries such as mining, oil & gas, power generation & distribution, etc. At Sigma Research all projects begin at the concept level, and progress through detailed engineering, prototyping, functional testing and certification. We adhere to strict ISO 9001:2008 quality assurance procedures for all of our design projects to ensure we meet customer requirements.
Sigma Research makes extensive use of firmware and software development tools, CAD/CAM, as well as being equipped with a lab capable of PCB rework and electronics testing. Our in-house services are complimented by our strategic partnerships with distributors, PCB manufacturers, toolmakers, contractors, etc.
Field of Expertise
• MCU based devices (PIC, dsPIC30, AVR, 8051, PSoC, STM, Tiva™)
• Fiber optic communication and electronic interfaces
• Windows based software applications (C#, VB.NET)
• Wireless embedded systems (WiFi, LoRaWAN, ZigBee, Cellular, RFID)
• Communication (Ethernet, USB, RS232/485, Modbus TCP/RTU, Fiber Optic)
• Industrial IoT(Internet of Things) cloud applications (Skkyhub, Datahub, web based HMI)
Conceptual & Detailed Design
• System and electronic circuit design
• Board level block diagrams, schematics and PCBs
• Development boards for proof of concept (Microchip, Mikroelektronika, Digi, Gainspan)
• 2D & 3D mechanical enclosure design (Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor, Rhino)
Prototyping
• System prototype (PCB fabrication, assembly, procurement)
• 3D printing assistance
• CNC machining and finishing (Roland MDX-40A)
• Enclosure build (integrating PCB clearances and functionality), and parts procurement
• Tooling and injection molding support
Software & Firmware Development
• Complete system integration of hardware, firmware and software
• Microcontroller programming (PIC, dsPIC30, AVR, 8051, PSoC, STM, Tiva™)
• Windows based applications (C#, .NET, USB HID, Modbus, SQL)
• GUI design for communication software
• PLC programming (Allen Bradley, ABB, Siemens, IDEC)
• Web based HMI for cloud applications and local networks, integration into existing SCADA systems
Intrinsically Safe
Sigma Research has extensive experience designing systems for hazardous areas. Due to the stringent certification requirements for products installed in explosive atmospheres, we must incorporate all IS design specifications in the detailed design stage.
• Complete analysis of all applicable standards (ATEX, IECEx, IEC 60079-28, IEC 60079-0, etc.)
• Intrinsic safety certification support (CSA, TÜV SÜD, UL, Intertek, QPS)
Testing, Documentation & Certification
• Functional testing
• Environmental testing (vibrations, temperature, drop tests, electromagnetic)
• Technical & end user documentation and data sheets
• Project management
• Certification assistance (CSA, TÜV SÜD, UL, Intertek)