From concept to finished custom machine – HRS’s process

In many manufacturing companies, there is a need for more than just standard equipment. When requirements for functionality, ergonomics, automation, or integration are unique, customized solutions are required. This is where custom-built industrial machinery comes into play.

At HRS, we develop and manufacture custom machinery from the ground up—in close collaboration with the customer and with the entire process handled under one roof. From the initial idea to the final installation, our focus is on quality, documentation, and peace of mind.

From Need to Concept – The Foundation for Success

The process always begins with a dialogue and an assessment of needs. Many customers approach us with a desire to optimize processes, automate manual workflows, or improve safety and ergonomics.

HRS takes a structured approach to:

• Technical consultation
• Analysis of Workflows
• Clarification of requirements for functionality and integration

This phase lays the groundwork for both machine development and subsequent production. The goal is not merely to deliver a machine—but to create a solution that truly contributes to optimizing production processes and improving operational reliability.

Design and 3D drawings – when the idea takes shape

Once the requirements have been defined, they are translated into technical designs. HRS’s design department creates 3D drawings and structural plans so that you, as the customer, have a complete overview of the solution before production begins.

Mechanical design and machine design play a central role here. All components are designed with a focus on:

• Functionality
• User-friendliness
• Easy-to-clean design (if applicable)
• Integration into the existing production environment

This phase ensures transparency and peace of mind—and allows for adjustments before investing in production.

Prototyping and testing – proven quality

In many projects, a prototype or proof of concept is developed so that functionality and interaction can be tested in practice.
Once the machine has been manufactured, a FAT SAT test is conducted as part of the quality assurance process.
This includes:
Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
Site Acceptance Test (SAT)
The tests verify that the machine meets the agreed-upon requirements before it is put into operation at the customer’s site.
This phase is crucial for safety, functionality, and documentation—and is a natural part of HRS’s approach to custom machinery.

In-house production and manufacturing

HRS handles the entire manufacturing process in-house. This ensures a high degree of flexibility and shorter decision-making processes.

Production may include, among other things:

• CNC machining
• metalworking
• steel fabrication
• Manufacture of machinery and specialized components

By maintaining its own production facilities, HRS can ensure consistent quality and quickly adapt to changes in production throughout the course of a project.
This applies both to building machines from scratch and to modifying or automating existing equipment.

Automation and integration in production

Many projects involve the automation of manual processes or the automation of production. In this area, HRS provides solutions in industrial automation, load/unload systems, and custom-built machines with integrated control systems.

The purpose is to:

• Improve efficiency
• Reduce errors
• Improve ergonomics
• Create more stable production processes

Special-purpose machinery thus becomes an active part of the company’s overall production strategy—not merely an isolated investment.

Assembly, installation, and documentation

After testing, the solution is delivered and installed at the customer's site.

HRS offers a single, comprehensive process from concept to final installation—including installation and documentation—where you, as a customer, have a single point of contact throughout the entire process.

This A-to-Z approach is at the heart of the company’s work with custom machinery and technical solutions.

You can read more about HRS’s approach to innovation and customized solutions here.

Collaboration and peace of mind throughout the entire process

The development of custom machinery requires close collaboration. HRS operates with flexibility and involves the customer throughout the entire process—from the initial sketch to final commissioning.

The combination of:
Technical consultation
In-house design and manufacturing
Documented test procedures
Experience with complex industrial solutions

lays a solid foundation for successful projects in the industry.

Are you facing a technical challenge? Get in touch early in the process and get feedback on your solution.