Transform Your Bold Idea into a Market-Ready IoT Device
SEACOMP is your end-to-end partner for bringing electronic products to life. We specialize in custom IoT hardware development that combines design, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain support to deliver high-quality solutions for connected devices.
With over 35 years of experience in electronics manufacturing and product design, we help companies worldwide transform bold ideas into market-ready IoT devices. Learn more about how SEACOMP can provide the technical expertise and manufacturing foundation to help your product succeed.
SEACOMP's Approach to IoT Product Design
Our in-house engineers design with manufacturability and volume in mind from the outset. Hardware, firmware, mechanical, and electrical teams work closely with you to define technical requirements, overcome design challenges, and prepare your product for large-scale assembly. The result is a product that performs consistently and can be produced reliably at scale.
Design Engineering Services
Hardware Design
We provide electrical engineering and hardware expertise such as schematic design, PCB layout, PCB testing, and integrated circuit selection.
Mechanical Design
SEACOMP's mechanical engineers ensure every product balances function, fit, and durability. From enclosure design and 3D modeling to prototyping and injection mold tooling, we make sure your device is production-ready and built for repeatable success.
Embedded Software Design
IoT devices rely on embedded software for functionality and connectivity. Our team specializes in firmware development, microcontroller and microprocessor support (Bare Metal, RTOS, OS), and wireless communication protocols to provide your product with seamless performance and robust connectivity.
Key Considerations in Custom IoT Hardware Development
Developing successful IoT products requires careful attention to both engineering and market demands. Our team of engineers can help guide you through the following factors:
Optimizing Energy Efficiency and Extending Battery Life
For devices that depend on battery power, energy efficiency is a critical design priority. Low-power component selection, smart power management, and optimized software can significantly extend battery life, which allows devices to spend less time charging and more time in operation.
Creating a Compact Design and Device Footprint
Size, shape, and form have a big impact on how useful and practical a device is. We can help balance a compact design with essential internal components to create products that are both user-friendly and capable of meeting performance requirements.
Selecting the Right Connectivity Technology
Connectivity allows IoT devices to communicate with the cloud, other devices, and users. The choice of protocol for connectivity has an effect on performance, signal transmission, and overall reliability. There are several factors to consider, including:
- Power Usage - Some protocols, like Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) or LoRaWAN, are designed specifically for ultra-low-power devices, making them ideal for battery-dependent applications.
- Transmission Range - Local applications might benefit from Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, while remote or industrial deployments often require cellular or LoRa for long-distance communication.
- Bandwidth Needs - High-data tasks, such as video streaming, demand faster protocols like Wi-Fi, whereas environmental sensors can operate effectively on low-bandwidth networks.
- Network Architecture - Mesh-enabled protocols, such as Zigbee or Thread, extend device range and provide redundancy, ensuring stable connectivity even if individual nodes fail.
- Device Scalability - Networks that must support thousands of devices benefit from technologies like NB-IoT, which are built to handle large-scale deployments.
- Security Standards - Protocols vary in their built-in encryption and authentication, directly impacting data protection, and regulatory compliance.
- Cross-Compatibility - Choosing widely adopted or open standards helps ensure smooth integration with existing infrastructure and third-party systems.
- Regional Regulations - Frequency bands and communication types may be restricted or licensed differently across different global markets, influencing which protocols can be deployed.
Design and Manufacturing for IoT Devices
At SEACOMP, engineering is the foundation for manufacturing. We design every IoT device with a direct path to mass production, ensuring that every technical decision aligns with real-world manufacturing requirements.
Our engineers work hand-in-hand with our production teams from day one, creating a holistic, integrated process where design, development, and manufacturing function as a single workflow.
The result is a product that’s not only engineered well, but built reliably at scale.
Request a QuoteAbout Custom IoT Hardware Development
When the goal of your product is to meet the unique challenges of a specific application, an ODM platform may not meet all your requirements. Working with an IoT hardware development partner that provides customized solutions is the best way to ensure your product addresses your customer’s needs efficiently and effectively.
IoT devices require seamless integration of hardware, embedded software, and connectivity. With this level of complexity, it’s important to partner with a team that can balance performance, cost, and manufacturability from the start. At SEACOMP, we understand the nuances that go into selecting the right sensor, or how choices like battery performance can directly impact customer satisfaction and product success.
As an electronics manufacturer with a strong focus on IoT hardware development, SEACOMP gives you access to specialized engineering expertise, embedded software capabilities, and decades of experience turning product concepts into manufacturable, connected devices.
Bringing Your IoT Hardware Vision to Life
We combine design, engineering, and manufacturing expertise to deliver connected devices built for real-world success. Whether you need sensors, compact device designs, or secure connectivity, our team partners with you from concept through mass production to bring your connected product to life. If you're looking for a trusted IoT hardware development partner with proven experience across industries, SEACOMP is ready to help. Request a quote today.
Our Key Areas of Focus in IoT hardware development
- Hardware Design
Custom sensors and devices optimized for accurate, efficient data collection can improve insight reliability and boost data accuracy. - Embedded Software Development
Software applications designed to collect and analyze data, provide feedback, and support user-friendly, intuitive operation. - Connectivity Solutions
Optimized communication between devices and cloud platforms reduces latency by creating faster, more responsive systems. - Quality & Compliance
Support for FCC, UL, and other regulatory requirements. All products built in our ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 compliant production facilities.