Virtual Machines Inc. (VMI) is a custom engineering firm located in Mississauga, Ontario. We provide mechanical engineering, industrial engineering and industrial automation expertise to a wide range of clients in a variety of industries. We specialize in product design and development, design of automated production equipment and manufacturing processes.
In product design and development we use the latest mechanical CAD software to generate virtual prototypes and concept renderings for industrial design definition of products. We also assist our customers in creation of physical prototypes.
VMI offers full mechanical design services for custom machines, automated equipment, jigs and dies. Whether you need a single component, or a complete turnkey system, VMI can provide innovative mechanical design solutions.
We use various industrial engineering techniques to improve material flow, reduce product cycle time, ensure product quality and reduce manufacturing cost.
We work on projects of all sizes – from small scale, personal projects for inventors, hobbyists, and do-it-yourselfers, to creation of turnkey systems.
Whether on-site or over the Internet, our know-how helps our clients every step of the way – from the idea stage to bringing the product to market. VMI provides quality services that help companies stay competitive and on the cutting edge of technology.
Our services fall into the following general categories:
Defining the project’s scope and objectives – this is largely our client’s responsibility, though naturally we consult with the client.
Analyze the project, exploring alternatives and collecting relevant data.
Propose a solution and conceptual design.
Fuse the conceptual design with applicable technology. At this stage, we usually create a virtual prototype to collect additional data.
Develop project documentation and specifications for project implementation.
Client reviews the project for approval.
Create a working model.
Analyze the model.
Post implementation changes are made, if necessary.
The project is completed and the client signs off
VMI take a holistic approach when creating our solutions, taking into consideration a wide spectrum of factors, such as cost, manufacturability, ergonomics and safety.
Our approach is designed to ensure both cost effectiveness and optimum performance. We use a well-defined approach for all our projects, with input from the client throughout.
Our approach involves:
Defining the project’s scope and objectives – this is largely our client’s responsibility, though naturally we consult with the client.
Analyze the project, exploring alternatives and collecting relevant data.
Propose a solution and conceptual design.
Fuse the conceptual design with applicable technology. At this stage, we usually create a virtual prototype to collect additional data.
Develop project documentation and specifications for project implementation.
Client reviews the project for approval.
Create a working model.
Analyze the model.
Post implementation changes are made, if necessary.
The project is completed and the client signs off
