Services
-> Product design
-> Visual identity
-> Instructional animation
-> Brand visuals and marketing materials
Client
Year
2018
The challenge was to develop KatScope - a patented, sterile, single-use device for both laparoscopic and thoracoscopic single-port surgical procedures. In high-stress operating environments, medical equipment must be reliable, ergonomic, and easy to use. To achieve this, we focused on a user-centric design while building a cohesive ecosystem around the KatScope device, including its visual identity, an instruction manual, and various branding materials.
Our role
We took on a 360-degree role spanning from initial industrial design to full brand execution of the KatScope system. Made By Makers handled the complete development lifecycle from the physical KatScope device design, ergonomic optimization, graphical identity, user manuals, animation and 3D animations for instructional use.
Process
Our design process was rooted in iterative user research and real-world validation. To ensure optimal ergonomics and functional safety for the KatScope device, we developed a range of functional high-fidelity prototypes and test models. In collaboration with surgical expert Niels Katballe, the models were subjected to critical preclinical testing on pigs. These simulations provided invaluable, actionable insights into workflow, tactile feedback, and material performance under real operating conditions. The insights were then translated into iterative design refinement, a sterile-compliant CMF (Color, Material, Finish) specification, and intuitive user manuals.
Result
The outcome is the KatScope device, a medical device that integrates into modern surgical workflows. In collaboration with SurgeryTech, we took KatScope from an initial idea to a complete, market-ready package. Beyond the medical device itself, we created the entire launch ecosystem, including the visual identity, marketing materials, and instruction manuals. The final product balances advanced medical features with a simple, clean design, making it easy for surgical teams to use.
Client
SurgeryTech is an innovative Danish medical technology company dedicated to advancing surgical precision, safety, and efficiency. By developing next-generation medical devices for complex clinical environments, SurgeryTech focuses on creating intuitive products with life-saving functionality that empowers surgeons and clinical staff in the operating room.
