CEO: Get the full potential out of your products.

Product development and product visualisation that improve your brands and inspire your customers.

From the initial idea to the market-ready product. We accompany Swiss SMEs through the entire development process. With well thought-out industrial design, technical expertise and a focus on manufacturability, we develop products that not only work, but also inspire and establish themselves on the market.

Product development that makes the difference

There are many good ideas. Successful products are few and far between. The difference lies in the professional realisation: well thought-out design that combines aesthetics and functionality. Technical feasibility considered from the outset. And manufacturability that keeps your production costs in check.

At Peppertree, we don't develop concepts that end up in a drawer. We develop products that are produced, sold and loved. From the first sketch to functional prototypes and production-ready CAD data.

Our services in product development

Product innovation

Innovation starts with the right strategy. We analyse market potential, validate your product idea and develop concepts that create real added value. Using tools such as the Value Proposition Canvas and Business Model Canvas, we ensure that your product is not only technically brilliant, but also commercially successful.

What you get:

Market and competition analysis
Concept development and idea validation
Functional specifications
Technical feasibility studies

Industrial design

Form follows function - but successful products combine both perfectly. Our industrial design combines aesthetic excellence with technical precision. We design products that not only look good, but are intuitive to use, pleasant to the touch and strengthen your brand.

Our approach:

User-centred design for optimal user experience
Focus on ergonomics and haptics
Material selection for function and aesthetics
Design that strengthens your brand identity

Design for Manufacturing (DfM)

The most beautiful design is useless if it cannot be produced economically. That's why we integrate design for manufacturing into every development process right from the start. We know the requirements of injection moulding, CNC milling, sheet metal processing and additive manufacturing processes. And we design your product so that it can be manufactured cost-effectively and in high quality.

Your advantages:

Up to 30% lower production costs thanks to optimised design
Shorter time-to-market thanks to production-orientated design
Fewer iterations and changes in production
Smooth handover to your production partners

Prototyping & Testing

Before your product goes into series production, it has to be convincing - functionally, haptically and visually. We use our SLA 3D printer (XiP by NEXA3D) to create prototypes in injection moulding quality. Our FDM printer (Pro3 by Raise) enables multi-coloured functional prototypes for realistic tests.

Prototyping services:

High-quality SLA prototypes for presentations
Function prototypes for user tests
Iterative optimisation based on feedback
Technical documentation for series production

Our development process

1st concept phase

We analyse your requirements, the market and technical feasibility. Together we define specifications and develop initial concept sketches. At the end of this phase, you will know exactly where the journey is heading.

2-6 weeks

2. design & engineering

Sketches become precise CAD models. We develop the design down to the last detail, take production processes into account and create initial digital prototypes. Regular reviews ensure that we stay on course.

4-8 weeks

3. prototyping & testing

Your product becomes tangible. We create high-quality prototypes for tests, presentations and meetings with investors. Feedback flows directly into optimisations.

4-12 weeks

4. industrialisation

We create production-ready CAD data and technical drawings for your production. On request, we support you in the selection of manufacturing partners and accompany the sampling process.

4-12 weeks

Typical project duration: 3-12 months from the idea to series production.

Why Peppertree for your product development?

Everything from a single source

You don't need a designer, then an engineer, then a prototyping service. With us, you get complete product development - from the idea to production-ready data.

Swiss quality & passion

Developed in Switzerland, with the highest quality standards. We know the requirements of the Swiss and European markets and develop products that fulfil them.

Experience that counts

From electric guitars to furniture and electronic housings: we have developed dozens of products. Including our own successful start-ups such as Relish Guitars and Recyclewall.

Design for manufacturing as a standard

We think production through right from the start. This saves you time, money and stress in series production.

Fast prototypes

Thanks to our own 3D printers, we can create initial prototypes within a few hours. For fast iterations and well-founded decisions.

Partner network

We work together with experienced engineers, manufacturing partners and patent attorneys. You benefit from our network.

Who are we developing for?

Our customers are innovative SMEs from Switzerland and the DACH region that develop and sell physical products:

Furniture manufacturers - New product lines and innovations
Consumer electronics - housings, controls, accessories
Mechanical engineering - components and assemblies
Consumer goods - everyday products with innovation potential
Startups - From the initial idea to the market-ready MVP

Typical project budget: CHF 15,000 - 50,000 from the idea to production readiness.

Ready to develop your product?

Whether you have a concrete product idea or are just starting out: We support you every step of the way. In a free initial consultation, we will analyse your requirements and show you how we can turn your vision into reality.

Free initial consultation now book and experience,
how we make your product a success.