Prototyping and Custom Testing

We work closely with our clients to design and build early-stage prototypes for a variety of novel applications. Past examples include custom development for a CO2 air conditioner, novelty refrigeration system, specialty test rig, and unique water extraction device.

Leveraging in-house modeling capabilities, our engineers work closely with your team to develop a final design of the targeted product. Where appropriate, we partner with close colleagues, including Heat Transfer Technologies, to aid in any advanced manufacturing. With parts procured, OTS technicians then assemble the full prototype and conduct preliminary testing, as appropriate, to confirm the system operates as designed.

  • New System Design

    New System Design

    Design, simulate and analyze unique systems requiring careful thermal management. Leverage modeling tools to consider alternate components and find an optimized design.

  • Prototype Assembly

    Assemble custom prototypes for cooling and heating applications including novel refrigeration systems, non-vapor compression technologies, and/or advanced heat exchanger designs.

    Geothermal Air Conditioner
  • Custom Test Rig Development

    Design and construct custom test rigs for component and system evaluation. Nearly everything in the OTS R&D laboratory we designed and built ourselves – let us help you design and build a test rig for your facility!

Representative Projects

Kalinowski, P., Nasuta, D., Martin, C. (2019). Design and Construction of Geothermal CO2 Air Conditioner, ASHRAE Annual Conference, June 22-26, Kansas City, MO