Gilson Design Testimonials

I was designing a new product and realised I needed someone with experience in 3D modelling so my
design could be taken from and idea to a finished product.

Through contacts at SolidWorks I was introduced to Mr. Duncan Gillis of Gilson Design Pty Ltd.

I found Duncan extremely approachable and could grasp the concept I had in my head and he help me develop it to a 3D
print. His knowledge of 3D printing together with his ability to draw the concept proved invaluable for without his input and eye for detail, we would not have made a die nor gone into production.

During the whole process, Duncan was a delight to deal with and showed patience and understanding dealing with me as a client.

I would recommend his company to anyone requiring a professional approach to doing business and with the knowledge the task set forward will be accomplished in a very timely manner.

Graeme S. Duncan
Managing Director – Ansquip Pty Ltd


Duncan Gillis of Gilson Design Pty Ltd and I (an experienced Mechanical Engineer) worked on a project together for about 12 months.

Duncan constructed a 3D CAD model of a design embodying an invention I had conceived – in doing so he demonstrated a thorough understand of geometry. He judiciously chose references that reflected the inter-dependence of components and also which facilitated later changes. Lesser designers often fail to do this and small changes can cause their models to fall apart.

Duncan works at a furious pace enabling one’s ideas to find a concrete form almost as one conceives them and his work is accurate.

Duncan quickly comprehended our design objective and participated in problem solving – he was able to make many constructive suggestions resulting in improvements.

Duncan’s previous experience enabled him to offer advice on practical matters such as fasteners, materials and he also able to propose potential suppliers.

On the more mundane, I can say Duncan was always punctual, polite and followed up outstanding issues punctually.

We would have no hesitation in employing Duncan again.

Russell Watts
Mechanical Engineer – Flexi-Fit Doors & Screens