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Let’s design the future of sports and outdoor products together
At Kickmaker, we turn your ideas into game-changing high-tech products for sports and outdoor.
Product design and industrialization
Tomorrow’s sports start today.
Let’s design them together.
Experts in IoT, data tracking, robotics, and embedded electronics, we design and industrialize connected equipment, immersive solutions, and performance-enhancing technologies for sports companies, athletes, enthusiasts, and hobbyists.
Take on the innovation challenge with Kickmaker and shape the future of sport tech!
Discover some of our projects
Innovation.
01. Strategy
for design and industrialization.
Define your product development possibilities and the right manufacturing setup to match.
Manufacturing.
02. Product Design
and industrialization.
From POC to mass production, with turnkey industrialization or targeted support at specific stages.
Anticipation.
03. Product lifecycle
management.
Production monitoring, quality control, and in-series product lifecycle tracking.
At the crossroads of industrial know-how and sport & outdoor-focused design
- Excellence in product design and engineering
- Robust design
- Expertise in IoT and embedded sensors
- Design- and ergonomics-driven approach and integration
- Embedded software, AI, and data tracking
- Rapid prototyping and agile iterations for faster time-to-market
- Optimized manufacturing: smart material selection and high-performance production processes
- Certification and compliance management: support to meet regulatory requirements
- Local micro-factories: faster time-to-market, smooth transfer to manufacturers, versioning, and small production runs
Kickmaker, the industrial partner for innovative companies
Cross-Disciplinary Expertise
- Extensive experience in high-tech product industrialization: from prototype to mass production, with risk reduction and performance optimization.
- Multidisciplinary team: mechanical, electronics, and software engineers, plus industrialization experts.
- Collaboration with brands, startups, and equipment manufacturers: tailored to the specific needs of sports and outdoor companies.
- Robotics and electronics expertise: creation of simulators and immersive experiences.
- Hardware & IoT expertise: development of wearables, sensors, and embedded systems.
- Data & AI mastery: real-time performance and interaction analysis.
- Full control of the industrialization process: from ideation to mass production.
- Expertise in complex products and advanced technologies: miniaturized electronics, IoT, and mechatronics.
- Network of experts and industrial partners in Europe and Asia.
”We have a unique approach to product industrialization.
Our strength is turning innovation into reliable, high-performance, mass-production-ready products by covering every critical stage: mechanical and electronic design, material selection, assembly and cost optimization, all while ensuring full compliance with safety standards. We work hand in hand with startups and manufacturers to move quickly from prototype to pre-series, then to mass production.With our expertise in motorization, batteries, and IoT connectivity, we optimize autonomy, durability, and user experience. We also drive sustainable solutions: replaceable batteries, recycled materials, and repairable components.
Alex MorelProject Manager, Kickmaker
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Who we are
We are an engineering and industrialization firm specialized in the development and production of innovative technology products. We support startups, SMEs, and large companies in turning their ideas into fully industrialized, market-ready products.
What types of products does Kickmaker industrialize?
Kickmaker industrializes a wide range of technology products for SMEs, large corporations, and startups across industry, energy, new mobility, EdTech, medical and instrumentation, personal care, transportation, and logistics.
What is our industrialization approach?
We follow a rigorous process:
- Design & engineering: ideation, feasibility studies, material and technology selection
- Prototyping: rapid manufacturing and performance testing
- Industrialization: full industrialization, from prototyping to transfer to manufacturers
- Monitoring & optimization: continuous improvement, production and quality tracking
Where are our offices and micro-factories located?
Our offices are located in France (Paris, Lyon, Nantes, and Grenoble), in the U.S. (Boston and San Francisco), and in China (Shenzhen). We also work with industrial partners across Europe and Asia to ensure top-quality production.
Do you work with premium brands?
Yes, we work with premium brands looking to integrate advanced technology into their products. Our expertise in high-tech product design, exclusive design, and premium materials allows us to support the most demanding companies.
Do you only offer industrialization, or also product design?
We can step in from the very early stages of your project, supporting you with technical design, prototyping, and design optimization before production.
What are your timelines for industrializing a product?
Timelines depend on project complexity.
- A functional prototype can be delivered in a few weeks.
- Full industrialization and production can take from a few months up to a year, depending on technical requirements, constraints, and volumes.
Can you manage mass production?
Yes, we work with a network of qualified industrial partners capable of producing both small and large volumes, with strict quality control.
How can I work with Kickmaker?
If you have a project or an idea to industrialize, you can:
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Contact us via our website or by email
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Schedule an initial call with our experts to review your needs
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Visit our offices to discuss your project in full confidentiality
