Electromechanical design, Prototyping & Manufacturing Scale-Up

Sepsensor has a technology that is used to sense various fluid levels contained within grease interceptors, commonly referred to as "grease traps."  These collection tanks are prone to floods and environmental hazards.  Sepsensor's technology provides real-time information to restaurant owners concerning fluid levels and pumping requirements. 

Sepsensor came to Boston Device with an early prototype that was being used to evaluate the concept inside of grease traps.  We worked with Sepsensor to define the most suitable product architecture including a robust mechanical design, a well-integrated electronics package, a proprietary sensor design, and a thermally stable system.  We built and tested several iterations of functional prototypes to evaluate these key design elements.

Through several design reviews with the Sepsensor team, we solidified the engineering design and launched the production build.  We managed the tooling process from design transfer through sampling, debug and part approvals.  Additionally, we procured all mechanical hardware for a pilot build and translated assembly operations to a local contract manufacturer.  We developed custom assembly fixtures to be used in key parts of the process and improved assembly operations to meet the CM's capabilities and preferences.  Throughout the production process, Boston Device has maintained thorough documentation of all parts, assemblies and changes.