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Turning the Tide on Microplastics: Neatt and Matter Collaborate on Sustainable Innovation for Cleaner Oceans.

With a shared commitment to sustainability, Neatt thoroughly enjoyed partnering with Matter on their groundbreaking microplastic filtration product, Gulp.

Designed for washing machines, Gulp’s self-cleaning filtration system captures microfibres shed from clothing, preventing them from reaching waterways and, ultimately, the ocean.

After more than a year developing Gulp’s technology into a functional prototype, Matter approached Neatt for our expertise in product design and integration of technology.

Neatt’s role then expanded to focus on preparing Gulp for high-volume manufacturing, with a robust design tailored to produce tens of thousands of units annually.

Our team tackled this challenge by ensuring the project met cost targets and was manufacturable at scale, addressing the unique complexities of Gulp’s intricate plastic components. We meticulously refined the design, creating production-ready CAD models and drawings, before conducting rigorous tolerance analysis to ensure it was toolable and durable in mass production.

Together, we’re making waves in design engineering – one microplastic filter at a time!

Read more about Matter and Gulp – here

“We’ve worked with the Neatt team on numerous projects over the past year and every time they have delivered on time spec and budget. They are flexible to meet your needs and very skilled at the work they do. Would recommend to anyone seeking support for product development projects.”

Reuben Kettle AiersHead of Engineering at Matter
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Andrew Steytler

Andrew Steytler, one of our Design Engineers.

Andrew is a Design Engineer with a strong foundation in CAD, prototyping and visual communication.

Since joining Neatt, he has brought a fresh, hands‑on approach to concept development, 3D modelling and prototype building.

Outside of work Andrew enjoys touring the English countryside on his motorbike and is always on the look-out out for his next adventure. When he’s not on his bike or blitzing through CAD (yes he loves CAD that much), you’ll usually find him off the east coast of South Africa, spearfishing.

Dan Marshall

Dan is one of our Design Engineers.

Dan is driven by the belief that good design should improve people’s lives.

This mindset fuels his hands‑on approach, exploring ideas through making, testing and refining.

Dan brings experience in industrial design, rapid prototyping, model making and mechanical development.

Outside of work Dan enjoys fixing stuff. Whether it’s old electronic devices that need bringing back to life, or servicing and modifying his car.

When he finds himself without something to fix, Dan enjoys being out walking, running or cycling in the Lake District or somewhere in Scotland.

Steve Williamson

Steve is Our Design Manager.

Steve is a product innovation specialist with a unique mix of engineering knowledge and global market experience.

Over 14 years at Dyson, he worked across engineering, category development and commercial engineering.

Steve contributed to everything from early concepts to global launches, insight missions and hands‑on user testing.

At Neatt, Steve connects technical rigour with real‑world insight designing the right thing before designing it right.

Outside of work, Steve enjoys a busy and active social life. He skis whenever he can and is currently on a mission to visit as many different foreign countries as time allows.

Andy Warrington

Andy Warrington, our Senior Design & Electronics Engineer.

With experience across mechanical engineering, integrated electronics and connected devices development, He is a valued member of our team.

Before joining Neatt, Andy worked at both Dyson & LEGO. His areas of expertise spanned sensing technologies, UI concepts and Robotics.

A lifelong maker, Andy brings strong rapid‑prototyping skills to our projects, helping prove principles early.

Outside of work Andy’s hobbies are mountain biking, water sports and the never-ending job of converting his van into a campervan.

Rebecca Crowder

Rebecca is a Senior Industrial Designer and our Operations Manager.

Confident shaping early concepts or refining processes, she blends creativity with organised realism.

Before Neatt, Rebecca spent five years at Cannondale, designing award‑winning and patented products while working closely with global suppliers.

Prior to that, she ran her own design business, gaining experience across client management, production oversight and operations.

Rebecca brings strong design, prototyping, and client relation skills, supporting planning, processes and project management.

Outside work, Rebecca likes to keep active. She enjoys Ashtanga yoga, cycling, long walks, and coastal camping adventures with her young family.

Alex Canning

Alex Canning is our Engineering Director and co‑founder.

Alex spent nearly two decades at Dyson, leading large multi-disciplinary teams in new product innovation.

At Neatt, Alex blends his hard-earned engineering expertise with strong design and manufacturing principles.

His focus is helping clients make confident decisions, solve complex problems, and deliver robust, well-engineered products.

Outside of work he’s a self-confessed exercise nerd, and is currently working toward a sub‑3‑hour marathon. He also enjoys surfing and racing toy cars with his two sons.

Andy Mitchell

Andy Mitchell is our Design Director and one of our co-founders.

Andy spent nearly two decades at Dyson, leading multi‑disciplinary teams and delivered some of the company’s most successful products.

At Neatt, Andy combines his unwavering technical understanding with a strategic, consumer‑first mindset.

He helps clients define the right product to build, then guides them through every stage of delivery.

Outside of work Andy is a dedicated family man. Kept busy by his two young daughters and the rhythms of family life. He enjoys socialising, lawncare and letting off steam at the gym!