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Design Central is a product design and engineering consultancy that brings power to organizations by identifying opportunities for compelling solutions through research, design, user experience and engineering.

Design it right the first time. That’s a philosophy we try to work by. It has served us well, with some of the projects ...
05/12/2026

Design it right the first time.

That’s a philosophy we try to work by. It has served us well, with some of the projects we’ve worked on still being sold decades later, unchanged from the original design.

For example, enter the GasBadge Pro Single-Gas Monitor. We worked with Industrial Scientific to design this job site gas monitor back in 2005, and the very same model is still being sold today, over twenty years later.

Read more about this project at designcentral.com/work/industrial-scientific-gasbadge-single-gas-monitor

Recyclable packaging seems everywhere right now, but is that actually the case? Studies show that consumers are more awa...
05/06/2026

Recyclable packaging seems everywhere right now, but is that actually the case?

Studies show that consumers are more aware of packaging waste than ever, and they are demanding packaging that is eco-friendly. Retailers are rapidly responding. The EU government is pushing for all packaging to be reusable or recyclable by 2030. California requires all single-use packaging to be recyclable or compostable by 2032.

The images shown here are some of the work we’ve done with major brands to create sustainable and secure packaging for a wide variety of products. Got a packaging project? We’d love to help with yours, too.

Our team isn’t deterred by having to try a lot of solutions before we find the right one. It took many iterations and l...
05/05/2026

Our team isn’t deterred by having to try a lot of solutions before we find the right one.

It took many iterations and lots of prototypes to find an effective attachment method to secure Magic Erasers on Mr. Clean’s new shower & tub scrubber tool, but we tackled the project with enthusiasm and determination. We’re proud to have found a solution that helped Mr. Clean increase the versatility of magic erasers while balancing manufacturability and cost.

Read more about this project at https://designcentral.com/news/magic-eraser-shower-scrubber

Valvoline Global Operations needed a way to effectively communicate the key differentiators in their Restore & Protect m...
04/23/2026

Valvoline Global Operations needed a way to effectively communicate the key differentiators in their Restore & Protect motor oil’s product performance. So, we asked this question: If a picture is worth a thousand words, how much is a demonstration worth?

Our team creatively replicated buildup effects on real pistons to visually represent test results comparing Restore & Protect usage with other brands. Using our expertise in prototyping, design storytelling, UV printing, fabrication, and simulation capabilities, we produced these gorgeous demonstration cases to tangibly show retailers the benefits of Restore & Protect motor oil over competitor’s products. We fabricated these cases right here in our Columbus, Ohio studio.

After supplying every Valvoline salesperson in the US with a Design Central designed and built Restore & Protect demonstration case and a hugely successful rollout to retailers throughout North America, Valvoline asked Design Central to create demonstration cases to be used around the world. With plans to take these display cases to additional markets, including Europe and the Middle East, we couldn’t be more thrilled to help facilitate the expansion of the Restore & Protect motor oil sales.

Unlike ordinary diapers, Pampers Cruisers 360 pull-on diapers stretch comfortably around a baby's waist and adapt to the...
04/16/2026

Unlike ordinary diapers, Pampers Cruisers 360 pull-on diapers stretch comfortably around a baby's waist and adapt to their every move.

We are proud to have worked with the P&G team on the development of the new EZ-Off tabs to help make Cruisers 360 diaper changes quick and easy. All parents have to do is pull off the new EZ-Off tabs completely on both sides and wrap up the diaper using the tabs for secure and quick disposal.

Read more about this convenient design improvement at https://designcentral.com/work/procter-gamble-pampers-cruisers-ezofftabs

We’re big fans of designs that stand the test of time.Design Central has been around for over 40 years, and we’ve had th...
04/09/2026

We’re big fans of designs that stand the test of time.

Design Central has been around for over 40 years, and we’ve had the immense privilege of working on thousands of projects, some of which have been on the market for decades now.

One such project is the Avalo medication cart line. First designed in 1999 for Artromick, the Avalo still is sold today unchanged from the original design.

We’re proud to help create things that last.

So many exciting things are happening with our team!Joe has been at Design Central for over three years now, and we don’...
03/10/2026

So many exciting things are happening with our team!

Joe has been at Design Central for over three years now, and we don’t know what we would do without him! He is always on the ball, happy to help troubleshoot at a moment’s notice and keep at the problem until it’s solved. Joe’s mentality is to fix things right the first time, no matter how small the detail. He is an invaluable member of our team, and we wish Joe a very happy work anniversary!

Our team is growing!Melissa Zuk is excited to join the Design Central team. With a background in marketing, visual commu...
03/04/2026

Our team is growing!

Melissa Zuk is excited to join the Design Central team. With a background in marketing, visual communication design, and photography, she’s happy to bring her array of skills to any problem that needs solving or project that needs promotion. Melissa is always up for a challenge and loves to infuse beauty into every project she’s part of. She can’t wait to help more people learn about the exciting work going on at Design Central!

We are thrilled to welcome Sean Tribble to the Design Central Team! Sean is design explorer—constantly searching out new...
02/26/2026

We are thrilled to welcome Sean Tribble to the Design Central Team!

Sean is design explorer—constantly searching out new tools, technologies, and processes, eager to discover the unique creative opportunities each one unlocks. Like the best adventurers, Sean is adaptable, able to shift between design challenges, learn quickly, and find the most effective (and sometimes unexpected) path to a strong solution.

He can’t wait to search out the best and most creative solutions for our clients!

We’re growing our team and searching for a mechanical engineer with experience in developing medical devices. If you are...
02/19/2026

We’re growing our team and searching for a mechanical engineer with experience in developing medical devices. If you are detail-oriented, CAD-savvy, and passionate about products, we would love to speak with you.

At our studio in Columbus, Ohio, you’ll join a collaborative, motivated team, working on innovative products that have the capability to change lives. We offer a competitive salary and a full suite of benefits.

We’re seeking someone with 3-5 years of industry experience, preferably in full-cycle product development. Our ideal candidate will also have an advanced understanding of design for manufacturing, experience in developing and executing verification and validation plans, and will have a mindset of empathy, positivity, and curiosity.

To apply, send resumes and samples to [email protected]. Or if you know if someone who may be a good fit, tag them here!

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6464 Presidential Gtwy
Columbus, OH
43231

Opening Hours

Monday 8:15am - 5:15pm
Tuesday 8:15am - 5:15pm
Wednesday 8:15am - 5:15pm
Thursday 8:15am - 5:15pm
Friday 8:15am - 5:15pm

Telephone

+16148900202

Website

http://www.designcentral.com/

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