Deaton Engineering

Complex Machine Design

Do you need to design a complex mega machine or industrial equipment that doesn’t exist? No problem for DE. We’ve been designing and building complex machines for 30 years. Need to redesign existing equipment? We do that too.

If it’s never been done before, that’s our sweet spot. If you’re looking for a commodity piece of equipment, we’re not your engineering firm.

Complex Machine Design

Some Examples of our work:

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iFLY

Largest vertical wind tunnel in the world, 80-foot-tall mega machine, 4 turbo prop fans generating 1 mega-watt of power. One of the largest SolidWorks parametric designs ever attempted.

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TLA–Bale Tech

Design a patented high-speed baling and wrapping system that produces highly compacted cylindrical bales of shredded waste. Creates hermetically sealed high-density cylindrically shaped bales. Bale weight 5,600 - 9,400 lbs. with a density of 1,400 - 1,700 lbs. per cubic yard. Length 50" - 60" and diameter 66" - 74". Cycle time one bale per 80 - 130 seconds; approximately 120 tons/hour.

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Briggo

Design & build automated coffee kiosk. The machine replicates the technique used by elite baristas while adding the precision and repeatability that comes with robotics. The standalone coffee kiosk, combines premium coffee ingredients, precise robotic technology, and a mobile ordering platform to deliver coffee exactly how and when the customer likes it.

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Working With Deaton Engineering

We strive to help you integrate current technologies into new products, achieve superior ROI, accelerate time to market, and create a positive business impact. Our custom equipment is designed to be easy to install, operate, and maintain with minimal engineering support. Our goal is to lower your cost of ownership by minimizing training, operator intervention, downtime, and revalidation.

FAQs:

What complex machine design services does Deaton Engineering offer in Texas?

Deaton Engineering specializes in designing and building complex machinery, including:

  • Custom Industrial Equipment: Developing machines tailored to specific operational requirements.
  • Redesign of Existing Equipment: Enhancing performance and efficiency of current machinery.
  • Turnkey Solutions: Providing end-to-end services from concept through manufacturing.
Can Deaton Engineering handle projects that have never been done before?

Absolutely. Deaton Engineering thrives on innovative challenges, making them ideal for projects lacking off-the-shelf solutions.

What are some examples of Deaton Engineering's complex machine design projects in Texas?

Notable projects include:

  • iFLY: Designing the world's largest vertical wind tunnel, an 80-foot-tall structure powered by four turbo prop fans generating 1 megawatt of power.
  • TLA–Bale Tech: Creating a patented high-speed baling and wrapping system producing hermetically sealed, high-density cylindrical bales of shredded waste.
  • Briggo: Developing an automated coffee kiosk replicating elite barista techniques with robotic precision.
How does Deaton Engineering approach complex machine design projects?

Their process includes:

  • Discovery: Understanding client challenges and goals.
  • Solution Assessment: Determine if off-the-shelf solutions exist; if not, proceed with custom design.
  • Economic Evaluation: Assessing the value and impact of solving the problem.
  • Scope Definition: Collaboratively defining the problem and project scope.
  • Phased Design Approach: Following a structured process from conceptualization to manufacturing.
How can Texas companies start a complex machine design project with Deaton Engineering?

Companies can initiate projects by contacting Deaton Engineering here or visiting their Georgetown, Texas, a suburb of Austin, office for consultations.  Deaton provides engineering, design, automation, and validation services across Texas, including in Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Waco, Houston, and San Antonio.