RDS Design Solutions:
Crafting Tailored Technology for Extreme Environments
At RDS, we transform your ideas into reality with bespoke design solutions engineered for the most challenging applications.
We are your trusted partner for creating custom display, embedded, and system-level solutions for industries like defence, industrial automation, and medical technology. Our end-to-end design services ensure precision, reliability, and innovation, from concept to production.
Whether you need a ruggedised touchscreen for harsh outdoor conditions, a compact embedded system for IoT, or a fully integrated HMI for mission-critical operations, we deliver tailored solutions that meet your exact specifications. Let us bring your vision to life with unparalleled expertise and cutting-edge technology.
Our Custom Design Services
We offer a comprehensive bespoke design service, transforming client concepts into fully realised, production-ready solutions tailored for demanding environments. With over 40 years of expertise and ISO 13485 certification, we provide end-to-end support from initial consultation through to volume manufacturing, all carried out in our UK-based facilities.
Key features of RDS's custom design service include:
- Bespoke engineering: Complete redesign or adaptation of displays, embedded boards, enclosures, heatsinks, cabling, and keyboards to meet precise specifications.
- Ruggedisation: Solutions engineered for harsh conditions, including wide temperature ranges (−40°C to +85°C), shock, vibration, and IP-rated sealing.
- Integrated systems: Turnkey HMIs and vetronic consoles combining custom hardware, touchscreen overlays, and software stacks for seamless operation.
- Industry focus: Specialised expertise in defence, aerospace, medical technology, industrial automation, and transportation applications.
- Rapid prototyping and certification: In-house ISO-certified processes ensure fast time-to-market with full compliance testing and documentation.
Whether developing a compact IoT device or a mission-critical operator console, we deliver reliable, innovative solutions backed by a single point of UK-based responsibility throughout the product lifecycle.
Custom Display Design
At Review Display Systems, our UK-based team specialises in bespoke display design, delivering tailored visual solutions engineered in-house to meet the most demanding requirements across defence, aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.
Key Capabilities
- Tailored visual solutions: From compact micro-OLEDs for AR/VR headsets to large-format TFT LCDs, with custom resolutions, sizes, and ultra-high brightness levels (up to 3,000 nits).
- Optical bonding expertise: Full in-house optical bonding of touchscreens and cover glass to enhance durability, reduce reflections, and improve sunlight readability and impact resistance.
- Environmental resilience: Displays designed for extreme conditions, including wide operating temperatures (−40°C to +85°C), IP-rated sealing against dust and water, and robust resistance to shock and vibration.
Embedded System Design
Our experts deliver bespoke embedded system design services, creating tailored hardware and software solutions optimised for challenging applications in defence, industrial, medical, and aerospace sectors.
Key Capabilities
- Bespoke hardware: Custom single-board computers, motherboards, and Box PCs engineered to your exact performance, size, and power requirements.
- Firmware and software: In-house development of custom firmware, drivers, and embedded operating systems (Windows, Linux, RTOS) for seamless integration and optimised performance.
- IoT and AI integration: Edge-ready systems with built-in support for AI processing, machine vision, and secure IoT connectivity.
With full in-house control from concept through to production, we ensure reliable, long-life solutions backed by comprehensive UK-based support.
Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
Our team excels in bespoke HMI design, creating intuitive and reliable interfaces that seamlessly integrate displays, touch technology, and embedded systems for demanding applications.
Key Capabilities- Intuitive interfaces: Touch-enabled HMIs utilising Projected Capacitive (PCAP) technology, supporting multi-touch gestures, gloved operation, and performance in wet conditions.
- Integrated solutions: Complete systems combining displays, touch controllers, and embedded computing into cohesive, user-friendly interfaces optimised for real-world use.
- Custom enclosures: Rugged, IP-rated designs engineered to protect against harsh environments while preserving sleek aesthetics and ergonomic functionality.
We can deliver fully tailored HMI solutions from concept to production.
Prototyping and Testing
Our team provides comprehensive prototyping and testing services, accelerating development from initial concept to fully validated solutions using in-house expertise and facilities.
Key Capabilities- Rapid prototyping: Swift progression from concept to functional prototype utilising our in-house design team and 3D printing capabilities.
- Rigorous validation: Comprehensive environmental, EMI, and stress testing to ensure full compliance with MIL-STD, CE, FCC, and medical-grade ISO 13485 standards.
- Iterative design: Close collaboration with our experienced engineers to refine designs iteratively, optimising both performance and manufacturability.
We always ensure reliable, high-quality outcomes with full UK-based support throughout the prototyping and testing phases.
End-to-End Manufacturing Support
Providing comprehensive end-to-end manufacturing support, managing every aspect from initial prototypes to full-scale production with ISO-certified processes.
Key Capabilities- Seamless production: Full oversight of all stages, including low- to high-volume runs, PCB assembly, custom cable harnesses, and final system integration.
- Supply chain expertise: Sourcing of long-lifecycle components combined with proactive obsolescence management to maximise product longevity.
- Global certifications: Designs fully compliant with international standards (e.g., CE, FCC, MIL-STD, ISO 13485), ensuring readiness for worldwide deployment.
We deliver reliable, high-quality manufacturing with a single UK point of responsibility throughout your project lifecycle.
Why Choose RDS for Custom Design?
- Uncompromising Reliability: Our solutions are built to withstand extreme conditions, ensuring performance in critical applications.
- Collaborative Expertise: Our UK- and US-based engineering teams work hand-in-hand with you to deliver solutions that meet your unique needs.
- Industry-Leading Partnerships: We collaborate with global technology leaders like Kontron, AAEON, and top display manufacturers to access the latest innovations.
- Sustainability Focus: Eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs align with modern regulatory and environmental standards.
- Global Support, Local Service: With offices in the UK and North America, we provide responsive support and fast turnaround times.
We have delivered game-changing designs for applications like military-grade control systems, smart factory automation, and medical diagnostic interfaces. Our custom touch displays for marine navigation and embedded IoT gateways for agriculture showcase our ability to solve complex challenges with precision.