Global Product Development
based in Hong Kong
BLD Manufacturing and Design Limited is a product development company headquartered and registered in Hong Kong. With a wealth of experience spanning over 30 years, our brand is built on a foundation of industry-changing product development. We have cultivated a strong network of partners, including skilled engineers, talented designers, factory owners, a dedicated sourcing team, and logistics experts.
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At BLD, our core services revolve around product development and manufacturing, and we specialize in compliance-oriented design. Our expertise extends to various areas, such as waterproof design, light testing equipment, assembly line fixtures, and QC process design. These services ensure that our clients receive top-notch products that meet the necessary standards and regulations.
The founder of BLD has successfully patented innovative products and processes, which have become integral to the success of the companies they were initially developed for. While we excel in creative and efficient computer-aided design (CAD), our passion lies in the manufacturing process. Consequently, we have dedicated substantial time and effort to creating test equipment, implementing robust QC processes, and developing efficient assembly line fixtures.
Since 2011, we have expanded our operations to include production management in Guangdong, China. This strategic move has allowed us to leverage the region's manufacturing capabilities and expertise to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
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By combining cutting-edge product design with three decades of experience in manufacturing efficiency, we offer an unparalleled product development experience. Partnering with BLD will elevate your brand and provide your company with a significant competitive advantage in the market.
Brad Larsen and the BLD team in Hong Kong
Brad Larsen and the BLD team in Hong Kong
Product Development Services
The key to success in product development lies in achieving the perfect balance between ergonomics, aesthetics, invention, and engineering. The team at BLD Manufacturing and Design Limited understands this principle and is dedicated to creating exceptional products. With a combination of empathy and technical expertise, we strive to develop products that are visually appealing at the point of purchase, satisfying to own, and profitable for manufacturers.
Why choose innovation and product development?
Investing resources in invention and new product development may seem risky and costly, but it can yield significant benefits. In fact, as a viable alternative to traditional advertising and graphic design, the release of a new invention or product innovation is one of the most impactful methods of brand building.
Introducing innovative products not only captures attention but also attracts customers to your brand, setting you apart from the competition. Even if each individual invention may not be immediately profitable, the overall notoriety generated by the product line can lead to profitability in the long run.
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By embracing innovation, businesses can leverage the power of new ideas and products to create a strong brand presence, drive customer engagement, and ultimately achieve sustainable growth.
Brad Larsen
Founder, Company Owner
Brad Larsen, the founder of BLD, boasts an extensive background in manufacturing products across the USA, China, and India. With a strong foundation in creative patented design, he possesses the expertise to seamlessly bring final products to fruition while diligently preserving the original design intent throughout the entire process.
Brad's wealth of experience includes frequent travel to China and India, where he ensures the integrity of the supply chain. He has hands-on experience working on assembly lines and has successfully completed part and assembly release packages utilizing SolidWorks.
Additionally, Brad has forged valuable relationships with vendors worldwide, ranging from injection moulders, sheet metal formers, and glass formers to powder coaters, rubber vulcanizing factories, electronic board builders, firmware writers, and UX/UI creators for App interfaces. These connections enable him to engage in price negotiations, securing the best possible deals for his clients.
Benefitting from cutting-edge product design and over 30 years of expertise in manufacturing efficiency, Brad Larsen and the BLD team in Hong Kong are uniquely positioned to provide an industry-leading product development experience. Their services will elevate your brand and grant your company a competitive advantage. Furthermore, each design process yields fresh intellectual property, with potential for patent applications.
Inventive Product Design
Balancing the right mix of ergonomics, aesthetics, invention, and engineering has resulted in countless products that are currently the backbone of the companies they were created for.
BLD excels in various product design categories, spanning outdoor street lighting, DMX lighting, hospital UV sterilizers, IP68 hospital keyboards, computer mice, aerospace parts, kitchen inventions, travel drinkware, flying toys, quality assurance machines, and espresso machines. Our extensive experience in these diverse categories allows us to deliver exceptional product development outcomes.
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With a combination of empathy and technical expertise, BLD possesses an intimate understanding of what makes a product line appealing at the point of purchase, satisfying to its owners, and profitable for manufacturers. Whether it's LED streetlights, travel drinkware, remote control toys, espresso machines, aerospace parts, consumer houseware, street drain covers, dirigibles, chemical-proof keyboards, or UV medical devices, we have successfully worked with a wide range of product categories. Our proven product development process ensures that our innovative designs not only attract customers but also provide a delightful ownership experience while driving profitability for the companies involved.
Exceptional Project Management
BLD has extensive experience in effectively managing the entire product life cycle, implementing strategic plans to ensure timely and budget-conscious product production.
Brad Larsen, in particular, has chaired numerous design, engineering change, and drawing signing meetings, drawing upon his vast experience in various management aspects. This expertise is utilized in developing comprehensive guidelines for accurate part release and engineering change notice procedures, as well as defining meeting procedures for efficient collaboration.
Moreover, BLD's assembly line design has yielded exceptional results, achieving 100% utilization of manufactured parts. This success is attributed to clear and effective communication with the factory and the establishment of streamlined part release procedures.
By leveraging their management capabilities and expertise in optimizing production processes, BLD ensures smooth product development, efficient decision-making, and maximized utilization of resources.
Hong Kong
Strategically situated at the heart of Asia, Hong Kong offers convenient access to key markets.
Foreign Investment Welcomed
The Hong Kong government endorses policies that are “market driven with minimal government interference”.
World-Class Reputation
International businesses trust companies incorporated in Hong Kong as their partners and clients.
Infrastructure
Hong Kong offers an excellent business infrastructure in terms of transportation, traveling, telecom, and logistics.
World Banking Hub
As a center of international finance and investment, Hong Kong has no shortage of payment services and solutions to best manage your money.
Strategic Location
Hong Kong is ideal for expanding businesses to reach exciting business markets.
Innovation and Technology
Hong Kong remains one of the most competitive cities in the world, with progress in its innovation and technology environment.
Why Choose Hong Kong?
Having access to a product development office in Hong Kong provides a significant advantage for entrepreneurs. Hong Kong offers superior sourcing, production costs, and quality compared to the United States.
According to an article published by Forbes, prototyping in the US can be equally efficient as in Hong Kong. However, when it comes to mass manufacturing, the costs in the US can be three to five times higher than those in Hong Kong.
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Hardware product development involves substantial financial investment and is prone to setbacks, often requiring repeated mold redesigns. Being in close proximity to factories in Hong Kong facilitates the resolution of design issues, making the process more streamlined and cost-effective in the long term.
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Furthermore, Hong Kong provides one of the most tax-friendly systems globally, benefitting both businesses and individuals. Additionally, the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link offers convenient and rapid rail travel between the three cities, allowing easy access to factories in Guangzhou and Shenzhen. These factors combined make Hong Kong an ideal location for developing products.
Creative Design and Product Development with Compliance
BLD offers a range of core services including waterproof design, light testing equipment, assembly line fixtures, and QC processes. These services are crucial in ensuring compliance and certifications for innovative products.
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Compliance with various standards and certifications is essential for product design. BLD has extensive experience with compliances such as UL, EU, CE, IES lighting, and waterproof IP ratings like IP68 and X2. This expertise is particularly important for products involving A.I., electronics, robotics, and virtual reality headsets, as any water ingress can result in failure. BLD's focus on waterproof design has led to the development of assembly line machines and work instructions in Shenzhen, guaranteeing 100% water ingress prevention through a quick 2-second test.
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The waterproof testing process on the assembly line not only ensures product waterproofing but also acts as a diagnostic tool. It helps identify any adhesion, mechanical, or process deficiencies that may exist, allowing for immediate corrective measures. Additionally, BLD's proficiency in lighting compliances is exemplified by Brad's design of testing equipment required for IES compliance. This includes a scanning goniometer and a total light integration sphere, enabling fast and accurate measurement of street lights. The in-house lighting lab not only saves costs associated with expensive IES lighting testing labs but also provides the confidence to pass final certification when the product is ready for submission.
Overall, BLD's specialized services in waterproof design, light testing equipment, assembly line fixtures, and QC processes ensure compliance with necessary standards and certifications, while also facilitating efficient and reliable product development.
Address
Headquarters
20-28 Man Yue Street, Room K-17, 1/F, Kaiser Estate Phase2,, Hung Hom, HK