Looking to speed up design cycles, free up internal resources, and get production-ready drawings without the cost of a full-time designer?
We offer mechanical design support on a monthly retainer or ad-hoc basis, tailored to the unique needs of busy machine shops, manufacturers, and prototyping teams.
Packages
Monthly retainers include 2 email/chat check-ins per week , standard working hours, and project tracking.
| Plan | Price | Hours | Turnaround | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ad-Hoc | R700/h | – | First come, first serve. No priority | Inconsistent tasks, easy deadlines |
| Standard | R6500 | 10 | Medium priority | Prototypes, drawing packs |
| Premium | R10800 | 18 | Highest priority | Advanced concepts, automation & optimization |
Overflow hours beyond your plan are capped at 5h (standard) and are billed at:
Standard: R700/hr
Premium: R650/hr
Why a Retainer?
Working on a retainer means:
Predictable access to a dedicated designer who understands your standards and workflow
Faster turnaround no waiting in a freelancer queue
Better results through ongoing collaboration and process optimization
Priority treatment for urgent changes, iterations, or new projects
Reduced admin one invoice, one agreement, flexible hours
What’s Included?
3D CAD modeling and part/assembly design
Manufacturing-ready 2D shop drawings
Fixture, jig, or prototype development
Design for manufacturing (DFM) support
Design automation & process improvements
3D print-ready models (FDM)
App/tool development for SolidWorks and Excel and other automations
Feedback-driven iterations and documentation updates
Let’s Talk
If you’re tired of delays, bottlenecks, or DIY design fixes, we’d love to help.
Reach out via our Contact Us page.
External Costs & Signoffs
Retainer packages cover design/development time, deliverables, and collaboration only.
Any third-party costs (e.g., engineering certifications, sign-offs, FEA/CFD reports, simulations requiring paid licenses, prototypes, or compliance testing etc.) are not included and will be quoted separately with client approval before proceeding.