Design Engineering
Product Design
High-Precision Hardware Design for Next-Generation Energy Solutions
At Econis Labs, our expertise lies in delivering advanced hardware design and firmware solutions tailored to the most demanding energy sector applications. We specialize in creating high-reliability, low-power products engineered for long-term field deployment, such as battery-operated sensors with a lifespan of 20 years. Our design philosophy emphasizes durability, efficiency, and innovation, ensuring that every product meets the stringent requirements of the energy industry.
Key Capabilities:
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Low-Power Consumption: Our designs are optimized for ultra-low power usage, extending battery life for decades without compromising performance. This is crucial for remote, long-term applications in energy infrastructure.
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Intelligence at the Edge: We integrate cutting-edge machine learning and artificial intelligence at the edge point. Utilizing dedicated DSP, FPGA, or next-generation NPU hardware, our solutions enable smarter, more efficient decision-making at the device level, minimizing latency and increasing autonomy.
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Next-Gen Connectivity: With support for RF frontends, our products are ready for the next generation of communication technologies, including 4G mmWave and AI-enhanced Wi-Fi 7. This ensures seamless data transmission and connectivity in modern energy infrastructures.
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Custom Firmware Development: We develop highly optimized firmware to ensure that each component and subassembly operates at peak efficiency, focusing on performance and reliability in harsh environments. Our solutions are designed to withstand extreme conditions, ensuring long-lasting, dependable operation in the field.
By focusing exclusively on hardware design, firmware, and integration of advanced technologies, Econis Labs ensures that every product we create meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. From intelligent sensors to advanced communication modules, we are the trusted partner for next-generation energy solutions.
Advanced Engineering: Precision and Expertise for the Energy Sector
At Econis Labs, our advanced engineering team has been laser-focused on developing industry-specific solutions for over 15 years. From electrical meters for residential and grid applications to complex gas and water registers featuring high-precision ultrasonic technology, we’ve engineered products that consistently meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.
Our core engineering team, which has been with us since the company's inception, has built a reputation for supporting leaders in the energy industry by delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique demands of this sector. With our deep expertise, we bring products to market with the confidence that they meet stringent regulatory requirements.
We employ a comprehensive suite of testing, including electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical assessments, at both the component and product levels. This ensures compliance with industry standards, minimizing costly delays and setbacks while guaranteeing that your product is ready for the field.
Validated Reference Designs
Why start from scratch? At Econis Labs, we provide a suite of high-quality, validated reference designs that can be easily customized to jumpstart the development of your product. By using our proven designs, you’ll significantly reduce development costs and accelerate the path to high-volume manufacturing. Whether you're creating energy meters, sensors, or other critical infrastructure components, our reference designs are optimized for the unique needs of the energy sector, ensuring you achieve faster results with confidence.
Engineering Consulting for Product Optimization
If your product isn’t performing as expected, facing time-to-market delays, or struggling with high-volume manufacturing, our expert engineering team is here to help. As industry-leading consultants, we specialize in optimizing products for performance, scalability, and manufacturability. We’ll work closely with you to identify key challenges, refine your design, and bring your product to market with the reliability and efficiency required for energy sector applications.
Rapid Prototyping
An idea can feel light years away from launch, but a high-quality prototype can drastically shorten that distance. At Econis Labs, we bring your ideas to life quickly and cost-effectively with our fully integrated rapid prototyping services. Utilizing the latest in 3D printing and additive manufacturing technology, we create functional, tangible prototypes that help you meet your milestones and deadlines with confidence.
Our vertically integrated facilities house a vast array of industrial-grade 3D printing systems and an almost limitless library of materials. Whether you're developing energy meters, sensors, or other critical products, your imagination is the only limit. In addition to physical prototypes, we provide fully functional devices with limited firmware capabilities, allowing you to conduct Proof of Concept (POC) tests. This enables a deeper understanding of market requirements and helps align your product with customer needs.
Prototyping can be done locally near your operations for faster iterations, before scaling up to full-volume production in the region best suited for your needs.
Technology Development Case Study: Advanced AMI Collector for Top AMI Provider
Econis Labs was approached by one of the top three Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) providers in the world, facing extreme time constraints to develop a collector for a Proof of Concept (POC). The objective was to demonstrate the feasibility of integrating multiple communication protocols, including Wi-SUN mesh networking, within a short timeframe.
Starting from the ground up, our team undertook the complete end-to-end design of the collector, including the development of a custom enclosure, an intelligent power supply designed for 20 years of operation in harsh environmental conditions, and a focus on strict consumption thresholds and efficient heat dissipation.
Despite the tight timeline and demanding technical requirements, the Econis Labs team delivered the solution on time and within budget. This collector design not only succeeded in the POC but also became the foundation for industrializing multiple versions of the product. Today, these advanced collectors are deployed in tens of thousands of installations, supporting millions of endpoints across a range of energy and infrastructure applications.
Advanced LoRa Gateway for Crypto Processing
Econis Labs developed a cutting-edge LoRa gateway for advanced crypto processing with cellular backhaul capabilities. This innovative gateway included automatic throttle control to optimize performance based on network demands, and it was designed to support parallel processing with up to 2,000 processors. The project showcased Econis Labs' expertise in integrating advanced technologies into next-generation communication and processing infrastructures, delivering high efficiency and scalability.
From Sketch to High-Volume Manufacturing: A Full Product Lifecycle Approach
At Econis Labs, we pride ourselves on being a true "sketch to high-volume manufacturing" partner, offering full product lifecycle solutions. As a highly targeted group of engineers working in a vertically integrated research facility, we have the capabilities to take a vision from initial concept through to mass production. Our deep focus on the energy and industrial sectors, coupled with years of expertise, ensures that our customers see a strong return on investment through exceptional quality and reliability.
We have perfected the design of battery-powered devices, allowing us to accurately forecast a 20-year operational lifecycle for field-deployed products. With millions of devices deployed and over 10 years of real-world data, our expertise in delivering long-lasting, reliable solutions is proven across the industry.