Byrne Electrical Specialists is an electrical systems manufacturer in west Michigan, supplying both wiring systems and electrical accessories to Steelcase, Herman Miller, Haworth, and many others. It's likely you've used a Byrne product without realizing it!
Here I highlight a number of projects to which I had significant contributions.
Here I highlight a number of projects to which I had significant contributions.
Twine Solo
Twine Solo is a single outlet head for Byrne's Twine system. The head features an integrated twist lock mount, with built in features to allow for mounting expansion in the future.
Miki
Miki ('mickey') is an ultra low-cost, solid state power tap. Versatile power taps like this have long been a staple of Byrne's portfolio, but Miki was launched to push the boundaries of cost and ease of assembly, while introducing a playful and simple new form factor in a variety of consumer oriented colors.
Shinola Partnership
As part of an ongoing partnership with Shinola Detroit, I developed many product concepts and prototypes for use in pitch meetings and visits, which were both updates to existing product lines as well as new opportunities.
Vesta - Battery Charging
As an extension of Byrne's battery Vesta product, I was responsible for creating a stand-alone charging cradle. I led the development of the concept from rough prototypes through to final CAD. I worked closely with engineers and EE's to ensure the design was both robust and electrically safe, given its position on the floor.
Bluetooth Speaker
I created the UI for Byrne's Bluetooth Speaker, finding an arrangement of buttons and chargers that harmonized with the various units it would be placed in. I also created concepts for the speaker grill and did several rounds of prototypes with metal mesh.
Trippel
Trippel is an all-in-one charging station, featuring Qi, USB, and AC outlets in one package. Designed around a single PCB, the entire enclosure simply snaps together and was intended for automated assembly. Working with Byrne's automation engineers was a great opportunity to learn about processes needed to manufacture Trippel with minimal human intervention.
2-Trac
2-Trac is a modular, all low-voltage power system designed for reconfigurable spaces. This was my first project at Byrne. I designed all the connectors, the branching hub, and the power supply enclosure.
Garcia
Garcia is a family of flexible USB charging device which integrate into a number of Byrne's distribution systems, including 2-Trac. I was the lead designer working to create the units, both in enclosure assembly and user interface.