Moving from Concept to High-Volume Production through Strategic Partnership with SDP/SI

Partner Early. Scale Confidently. Produce Efficiently.

SDP/SI partners with medical device OEMs and technology companies to deliver precision-engineered mechanical components and assemblies for demanding healthcare applications. With decades of manufacturing expertise, vertically integrated operations, and a strong focus on process optimization, we provide the engineering support and production capabilities needed to accelerate product development, improve manufacturability, and scale production with confidence.

Our team supports customers across the medical, aerospace and defense, and robotics industries where precision, repeatability, and reliability are critical to product performance and regulatory compliance. From early-stage development through full-scale production, SDP/SI works collaboratively with customers to reduce risk, optimize designs, and support long-term manufacturing success.

Integrated Engineering and Manufacturing

Engineering, machining, gear manufacturing, and assembly operations are performed in-house, providing greater control over quality, lead times, and production consistency. Early collaboration with our engineering team helps improve design-for-manufacturability alignment, streamline production workflows, and reduce downstream redesign risk.

By engaging during prototype development, customers benefit from faster design iterations, improved production readiness, and a scalable roadmap for transitioning into volume manufacturing.

From concept development through high-volume production, SDP/SI provides:

• Early-stage engineering collaboration
• Precision gearing and machining expertise
• Process optimization and manufacturability support
• Scalable production capabilities
• Long-term partnership focused on customer success

In-House Engineering Development and Manufacturing Capabilities

SDP/SI manufactures a broad range of precision mechanical solutions for medical applications, including:

• Precision mechanical components
• Custom gearboxes and drive systems
• Complex CNC-machined parts
• Mechanical and electromechanical subassemblies

Precision CNC Machining and Gear Manufacturing

To maintain consistent quality and repeatability, SDP/SI continuously invests in advanced CNC equipment, tooling, and inspection technologies. Our Hicksville, NY manufacturing facility operates more than 180 machines supporting both prototype and production manufacturing.

Capabilities include:

CNC Machining

• CNC Swiss turning
• CNC lathes and mill-turn centers
• CNC milling and machining centers

Precision Gear Manufacturing

• CNC bevel gear cutting
• CNC hobbing
• CNC shaping
• Coniflex bevel gear generation
• Rack cutting

We machine a wide range of materials commonly used in medical and high-performance applications, including stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, engineering plastics, brass, bronze, and alloy steels. NADCAP-approved and customer-approved finishing and surface treatment suppliers are utilized to meet stringent industry and application requirements.

Engineering Development Support

Backed by more than 75 years of expertise in precision gearing and small mechanical component manufacturing, SDP/SI engineers work closely with customers from initial concept development through production launch and ongoing manufacturing support.

Our engineering team provides practical, application-focused guidance to improve performance, manufacturability, and cost efficiency throughout the product lifecycle.

Potential customer benefits include:

• Reduced cycle times
• Increased production capacity
• Simplified component geometries
• Improved manufacturability through single-process machining
• Elimination of secondary operations and handling steps
• Lower overall production costs

Whether supporting the development of a new medical device or refining an existing design, SDP/SI delivers the engineering and manufacturing expertise required for precision, scalability, and long-term production success.Standard Components and CAD Resources

SDP/SI also offers a comprehensive selection of inch and metric small mechanical components for medical device engineers and OEMs. Through our online catalog, engineers can quickly source standard components, request quotations, place orders, and download 3D CAD models to streamline design and procurement workflows.

For custom engineering and manufacturing support, contact our engineering team at (516) 328-3300.

Explore product specifications, CAD models, and online ordering at SDP/SI E-Store

Case Study: Advancing from Design to High-Volume Production Through Strategic Partnership with SDP/SI

A well-known medical device manufacturer sought an experienced and knowledgeable manufacturing partner to transition a critical component from the design phase into prototype development and full-scale production. Given the strict quality, reliability, and regulatory requirements of medical applications, early collaboration was essential to alleviate risk and ensure manufacturability. Download Now

SDP/SI - Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument, a Designatronics company
250 Duffy Avenue, Hicksville, NY 11801
Phone: (516) 328-3300; (800) 819-8900
https://shop.sdp-si.com