Polyboard Design
Job Overview:
During a four-month industrial design internship with PolyBoard Design, I supported the development and production of commercial outdoor furniture manufactured from HDPE. Working closely with designers, engineers, and production staff, I created and refined CAD models, generated manufacturing-ready files, developed assembly documentation, and assisted with product development projects from concept through production. The role strengthened my understanding of design for manufacturing, material-driven design, CNC fabrication, and scalable production processes while providing hands-on experience translating design intent into practical, manufacturable solutions.
Date:
May 2025
Duration:
4 Months
Project Type:
Internship Work
The Company
PolyBoard Design is a Canadian manufacturer specializing in premium outdoor furniture made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE). The company combines durable, weather-resistant materials with efficient manufacturing processes to produce residential and commercial furniture. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and long-term performance, PolyBoard designs products built to withstand demanding outdoor environments.
The Problem
The owner of Polyboard wanted to expand his product line with a sling based product line. Trying to utilize current manufacturing processes and materials to keep a low unit cost, the sling attachment method had to be secure can durable to align with the brand’s mission, to create high quality and long lasting products.
Responsibilities
Prototyping sling attachment method
Product development support
CAD modeling and revisions
Manufacturing documentation
CNC-ready file preparation
Assembly instruction creation
Design for manufacturing reviews
Prototype evaluation
Assembly Instructions
Reverse CAD Design
Layout design
Instruction Manuals
