RDS Custom Electronics Solutions:
Tailored Innovation for Extreme Environments
At RDS, we specialise in creating bespoke electronics solutions that empower innovation in the most demanding applications.
From concept to production, our end-to-end design and manufacturing services ensure your project meets exact specifications, performs reliably, and thrives in challenging conditions.
Whether you need a rugged embedded controller for military operations, a smart IoT system for industrial automation, or a precision medical device, we combine cutting-edge technology with meticulous engineering to deliver solutions that drive your success.
Our Custom Electronics Capabilities
We provide a comprehensive suite of bespoke electronics solutions,
expertly integrating displays, embedded systems, connectivity, and software to
deliver seamless, high-performance products precisely tailored to your unique
requirements. Our end-to-end capabilities ensure reliability, innovation, and
rapid time-to-market for demanding applications in defence, aerospace, medical,
industrial, and transportation sectors.
Key Capabilities
- Integrated system design: Combining rugged displays, ARM or x86 embedded computing, custom cable assemblies, and intuitive HMIs into unified, turnkey solutions.
- Bespoke hardware engineering: Full PCB redesign, thermal management (fanless heatsinks), rugged enclosures, and I/O customisation for extreme environments (−40°C to +85°C).
- Advanced connectivity: Tailored cable harnesses, RF/microwave assemblies, and robust connectors (IP68, EMI-shielded) for flawless data transmission.
- Software and firmware development: Custom OS builds (Linux, Windows IoT, RTOS), drivers, graphical interfaces (LVGL), and AI-enabled applications.
- Prototyping to production: In-house rapid prototyping, rigorous testing (shock, vibration, EMI), certification support, and scalable UK/European manufacturing.
We transform complex challenges into reliable, future-proof electronics – all managed under one trusted UK partner throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Custom Embedded Systems
Our
UK-based team specialises in delivering bespoke embedded systems, expertly
engineered to meet the precise demands of challenging applications in defence,
aerospace, industrial automation, medical, and transportation sectors. From
initial concept through to full production, we optimise hardware for
exceptional performance, efficiency, and reliability in the harshest
conditions.
Key Capabilities
- Bespoke hardware design: Custom single-board computers (SBCs), motherboards, and Box PCs utilising Intel, AMD, or ARM processors – optimised for power consumption, physical size, and processing performance.
- Ruggedised solutions: Systems engineered to withstand extreme temperatures (−40°C to +85°C), shock, vibration, and EMI, complete with IP-rated enclosures for deployment in harsh environments.
- IoT and AI integration: Edge-computing platforms incorporating AI accelerators, machine vision capabilities, and secure IoT connectivity to enable intelligent, smart applications.
With in-house expertise and ISO-certified processes, we ensure seamless integration, long-term availability, and a single point of UK responsibility for your custom embedded projects.
Display and HMI Integration
We excel in display and HMI integration, delivering fully
bespoke solutions that combine cutting-edge visual technology with robust
embedded systems. We engineer tailored displays and intuitive interfaces, ensuring exceptional clarity, durability, and user
interaction in even the harshest environments.
Key Capabilities
- Tailored display systems: Custom TFT LCDs, micro-OLEDs, or touchscreens featuring advanced optical bonding for superior clarity, durability, and sunlight readability (up to 3,000 nits).
- Interactive interfaces: Intuitive human-machine interfaces (HMIs) utilising Projected Capacitive (PCAP) touch technology, supporting multi-touch gestures, gloved operation, and reliable performance in wet conditions.
- Seamless integration: Expert combination of displays with embedded controllers and custom firmware, delivering true plug-and-play functionality for automotive, medical, or industrial systems.
We provide end-to-end support from concept and prototyping through to production, ensuring your integrated display and HMI solutions are reliable, future-proof, and precisely matched to your requirements.
Custom Cable and Connector Solutions
Providing specialised cable and connector solutions meticulously engineered in our UK facilities, we deliver flawless. Our bespoke assemblies and interconnects integrate seamlessly with displays, embedded systems, and HMIs, ensuring robust performance.
Key Capabilities
- Specialised assemblies: Overmoulded, waterproof (IP68-rated), and high-flex cable harnesses designed for reliable signal transmission in defence, aerospace, and industrial settings.
- High-performance interconnects: RF, LVDS, and fine-pitch connectors featuring EMI shielding to enable secure, high-speed data transfer in mission-critical systems.
- End-to-end connectivity: Fully integrated cabling solutions tailored to complement your custom electronics, guaranteeing system-wide reliability and long-term durability.
We offer comprehensive support from design consultation through to production, turning complex connectivity requirements into future-proof, high-quality solutions.
Firmware and Software Development
Our software engineers deliver bespoke firmware and software
solutions, expertly optimised to maximise the performance, security, and
usability of your custom embedded hardware. We develop robust, scalable code that integrates seamlessly with
displays, HMIs, and IoT platforms – ensuring reliable operation from edge devices
to full systems.
Key Capabilities
- Embedded software: Custom firmware, drivers, and operating systems (Windows IoT, Linux, RTOS, Android) precisely optimised for your specific hardware and application requirements.
- Real-time control: Advanced software for real-time monitoring, automation, and predictive maintenance, incorporating secure over-the-air (OTA) update capabilities for long-term flexibility.
- User interfaces: Intuitive dashboards and control interfaces (including LVGL-based graphical HMIs) designed for seamless, user-friendly interaction with your electronic systems.
Providing comprehensive support throughout the development lifecycle, from initial specification and prototyping to testing, certification, and ongoing maintenance – all under strict quality standards.
Prototyping and Manufacturing
Our facilities offer comprehensive prototyping and
manufacturing services, enabling a seamless transition from initial concepts to
fully realised, production-ready solutions. We provide end-to-end support that ensures precision,
reliability, and scalability.
Key Capabilities
- Rapid prototyping: Utilising in-house 3D printing, PCB design, and assembly capabilities to deliver functional prototypes swiftly and iteratively.
- Scalable production: Expert management of every stage, from low-volume runs to high-volume manufacturing, supported by global supply chain resilience and long-lifecycle components for sustained product availability.
- Rigorous testing: Comprehensive environmental, EMI, and stress testing conducted to achieve full compliance with MIL-STD, CE, FCC, and ISO 13485 standards, guaranteeing exceptional reliability in mission-critical environments.
We act as your single UK point of responsibility, accelerating time-to-market whilst maintaining the highest quality standards throughout the entire lifecycle.
Why Partner with RDS for Custom Electronics?
- Precision Customisation: Over 98% of our solutions are tailored to your exact requirements, from form factor to functionality, ensuring a perfect fit for your project.
- Unmatched Reliability: Built to withstand extreme conditions, our electronics deliver consistent performance in mission-critical and harsh environments.
- End-to-End Expertise: Our UK- and US-based teams handle design, prototyping, testing, and production under strict quality standards, with NDA protection for sensitive projects.
- Global Partnerships: Collaborations with industry leaders like Kontron and AAEON provide access to cutting-edge components and reliable supply chains.
- Sustainability Focus: Energy-efficient designs and eco-friendly materials align with modern regulatory and ESG standards.
We have delivered transformative electronics for applications like military-grade control systems, smart agriculture IoT platforms, and medical diagnostic devices. Our custom solutions for secure asset tracking and industrial automation showcase our ability to solve complex challenges with precision and innovation.