With a background in management accountancy and minimal knowledge of the racing simulator sphere, Bob Welland embarked on a mission to create the "best" racing simulator on the market.
The company is dedicated to providing high-quality, competitive simulators that are not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing, quiet, and compact.
With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Race @ Home continues to push the boundaries of the racing simulator industry.
After selling his property and planning to retire, Welland purchased a motion simulator from China. However, he quickly realised the challenges and risks associated with ordering from overseas, from frequent scams to a lack of consumer protection.
Sensing a reluctance from consumers to purchase equipment from overseas and determined to overcome these obstacles, Bob aimed to develop a high-quality, competitive simulator available worldwide, that would meet both him and his customers'
requirements.
After eight months, the first prototype was completed. Paul Smith, a big fan of racing simulators and experienced engineer at igus, saw the potential for igus components to enhance Welland’s simulator, leaving some samples for him to consider.
From then on, Smith collaborated with Welland to fine-tune these simulators, offering his expertise and solutions to enhance the design.
igus products have played a crucial role in the development of Race @
Home's simulators, including linear guides for forward and backward motion in the cross glide, polymer stock bar for the mounting supports, bespoke machine carriages running on linear rails, and tribologically optimised adhesive tape to reduce noise. igus components have ensured smooth, quiet operation without the need for lubrication, significantly enhancing the user experience.
"It's great working with Paul. I like igus products; I think they're great, and they help in terms
of the cost of shipping too. Being lightweight, they knocked 20kg off our shipping weight," says Welland.
Looking ahead, Race @ Home remains committed to business as usual, with igus on standby to offer advice and key components. “Business as an SME will always be challenging,” says Welland, but the company is focused on continuing to find its target audience and continuing to offer the ‘best motion simulator ever made,’ a goal supported by glowing reviews from many happy customers on Trustpilot.