The VDV II Network Tester by IDEAL INDUSTRIES NETWORKS has been selling world wide even better than first projected.
The visual impact of the product is vital in this market sector, as the products are generally purchased ‘off the page’.
Creactive Design ID met the demanding objectives in the development of the network tester;
the industrial design had to have a contemporary style with links to IDEAL INDUSTRIES NETWORKS existing products, but needed to emphasise simplicity of use, as well as being ergonomic and robust enough to use in a range of environmental conditions.
The casework uses multi-shot injection mouldings to provide a strong visual appearance and rugged feel.
Case parts were carefully designed for efficient assembly using minimal parts, clip details, combined compression moulded keymats and environmental seals.
The design methodology enabled a product range to be created with few additional casework parts. Simple, low cost elements such as connector panels, key-mats and bezels can be fitted to the major casework parts to provide a range of products with minimal tooling costs.