Sierra’s automotive test division, known as Sierra-CP, is a global engine, vehicle, and emissions test company tasked Nectar with creating a common industrial design language, look, and feel for its emerging, best-in-class Automotive Test Systems products.
With roots in high-performance precision measurement and control instrumentation for industries as diverse as scientific research, semiconductor, wastewater treatment, iron and steel, clean energy, aerospace, biotech, and automotive, Sierra operates from more than 150 locations in over 50 countries around the world.
Nectar undertook the challenge of creating a common industrial design language, look, and feel for Sierra’s six Automotive Test Systems products, including Sierra’s Datalogging Cabinet Bank, BG3 Engine Emissions Cabinet, Heat Pak/SootTrak Module Engine Soot Measurement Enclosure, CAHU Cabinet, FuelTrak Fuel Flow Meter, and AirTrak Air Flow Meter. While Sierra’s Automotive Test Systems are best-in-class, they differ greatly in configuration, capabilities, and price, ranging in cost from $20,000 to $200,000. Nectar faced the test of developing a common industrial design language, look, and feel for products that are truly different in form, function, and scope.
Darren is an accomplished, dynamic leader who founded Nectar, X-Naut, and BreathDirect. He is committed to improving the world through the synthesis of technology, science, and art. Under Darren’s leadership, Nectar is leveraging the latest advances in cutting-edge technology to transform medical device development and design. As part of his
Dr. Steve Wells holds a critical role in steering Nectar’s operations and defining its strategic direction. His impactful leadership has established a clear course for the company’s success. He has revitalized the company with a passion for maximizing impact through expert resource utilization since taking the helm in 2020. Steve has boosted Nectar’s portfolio, streamlined processes, and reinvigorated its innovation agenda, all with the goal of developing life-saving and impactful products. His background in senior leadership roles at Georg Fischer and his people-focused, results-driven leadership style make him an invaluable asset to our team. Steve’s extensive knowledge in chemistry, biocompatibility, and biology only adds to his value as a team member.
Adam Marten has worked in the aerospace and consumer products industries since 2006 with lead engineering experience in conceptual design, product development, analysis and performance qualification testing. Adam has experience leading a range of technical projects, including multiple structural analyses for military and aerospace applications. He has also worked directly with engineering teams to develop medical devices and laboratory instrumentation.
With over two decades of experience in healthcare innovation, Kerry has been instrumental in transforming patient care and improving patient outcomes across the globe. Her extensive knowledge and expertise in the cardiovascular and cardiothoracic operating room, as well as her experience in emergency medicine, geriatrics, pediatric psychiatry, and main OR, make her a versatile and valuable member of the team. From small hospitals to large teaching institutions, Kerry’s 20 years of experience with patient documentation, including the use of EPIC, Cerner, and Meditech electronic charting systems, have positioned her as a leader in her field. Her recent involvement in helping transition the Providence St. Vincent Medical Center’s Cardiac Surgery program from paper charting to electronic documentation further underscores her commitment to advancing the healthcare industry.