Our Services

Bringing imagination to life through cutting-edge animatronics and engineering solutions

Turnkey Products

Custom-engineered animatronics, show action equipment, and automation systems designed for reliability and continuous operation. From concept to installation, we ensure quality at every step.

Engineering Support

Comprehensive engineering support to bring your vision to life, from initial designs to final validations. Perfect for custom projects requiring attention to detail.

Redesign & Rebuilds

Extend the lifespan and improve the performance of your existing equipment. Our team specializes in diagnosing faults, optimizing features, and reducing maintenance costs.

Our Capabilities

Our expertise ensures that every solution is backed by precision engineering and advanced technologies, applicable across all projects.

Prototyping and Design

  • Mechanical Design (Onshape, SolidWorks)
  • Electrical Design
  • Converting mesh files (STL, OBJ) to solids (Parasolid, STEP) for CAD
  • Animatics
  • Physical prototypes

CNC Machining and Fabrication

  • 3- and 5-axis machining for precision components
  • Finishing services like anodizing, powder coating, passivation, and zinc plating
  • Additive manufacturing in nylon, ABS, PLA, and resin
  • Material certifications and part marking

Analysis and Optimization

  • Rigid Body Dynamics Analysis for multibody simulations
  • Stress analysis for structural integrity and stiffness
  • Cable Routing Optimization to improve durability and reduce maintenance
  • Performance optimization and validation

Assembly

  • Precision riveting and fastening
  • Torque specification and striping
  • Bearing press-fit operations
  • Thread locking application
  • Comprehensive inspection documentation
  • Quality control procedures

Show Programming & Cycle Testing

  • Character animation programming
  • Motion sequence development
  • Durability cycle testing
  • Performance validation
  • Safety system verification
  • Show control integration

Installation

  • On-site system deployment
  • Comprehensive acceptance testing
  • Operator training programs
  • Maintenance procedure documentation
  • System optimization
  • Performance verification

Time & Material Package for Quick Project Support

Simplify your design and engineering needs with our flexible Time & Material Packages. These pre-paid packages allow you to purchase small project budgets using a credit card, eliminating the need for a formal proposal process. Ideal for quick-turn design efforts, prototyping, or small builds, this streamlined approach gives you access to Catalyst Engineering's expertise on your schedule.Your package can be applied to labor, materials, or a combination of both. Most projects are staffed within a few days, though availability may vary. Contact us to confirm timelines before purchasing to ensure we can meet your needs. With a Time & Material Package, you'll gain fast, efficient support for your small projects—all while avoiding unnecessary delays and simplifying your approval process.