Altair Case Studies Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's Success Story: Leveraging IoT for Precision in Die-Casting

	Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's Success Story: Leveraging IoT for Precision in Die-Casting Altair

Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's Success Story: Leveraging IoT for Precision in Die-Casting

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Technology Category	Analytics & Modeling - Digital Twin / Simulation
Applicable Industries	Equipment & Machinery Retail
Use Cases	Digital Twin Virtual Reality
Challenge	AB Lundbergs Pressgjuteri, a die-casting company based in Vrigstad, Sweden, faced a significant challenge in their operations. The company was tasked with casting six identical details simultaneously, each round taking about a minute to cast. However, due to the details' thinness, the exact right amount of heat had to be applied to prevent any detail from freezing or hardening too soon. This precision was critical to meet the standard measurements required by their clients, including an international retail company for whom they made brochure holders. The challenge was further compounded by the need to explain the process, problems, and potential solutions to clients in a clear and understandable manner. Read More
About Customer	AB Lundbergs Pressgjuteri is a high-pressure die-casting company located in Vrigstad, Sweden. The company specializes in working with aluminum alloys and has an annual volume of 600 tons of aluminum. With a team of 35 employees, Lundbergs Pressgjuteri generates a revenue of 4 million EUR. The company is known for its precision in die-casting, a reputation built on its innovative use of technology and commitment to quality. Lundbergs Pressgjuteri serves a diverse range of clients, including international retail companies. Read More
Solution	To overcome these challenges, Lundbergs Pressgjuteri invested in NovaCast's simulation program, NovaFlow&Solid, about six years ago. The program allows the company to simulate a casting on a computer, enabling them to identify potential defects before they occur. This not only saves time and money but also reduces environmental impact. The tool manager, Mattias Melin, uses NovaFlow&Solid daily for problem-solving and creating new tools or fixing old ones. In the case of the brochure holders, the simulation program demonstrated that if the tool was built as originally planned, the result wouldn't have met the required standards. By showing this to the client, they were able to discuss and make necessary changes, leading to a solution that satisfied all parties. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Digital Twin / Simulation

Applicable Industries

Equipment & Machinery

Retail

Use Cases

Digital Twin

Virtual Reality

Challenge

AB Lundbergs Pressgjuteri, a die-casting company based in Vrigstad, Sweden, faced a significant challenge in their operations. The company was tasked with casting six identical details simultaneously, each round taking about a minute to cast. However, due to the details' thinness, the exact right amount of heat had to be applied to prevent any detail from freezing or hardening too soon. This precision was critical to meet the standard measurements required by their clients, including an international retail company for whom they made brochure holders. The challenge was further compounded by the need to explain the process, problems, and potential solutions to clients in a clear and understandable manner.

About Customer

AB Lundbergs Pressgjuteri is a high-pressure die-casting company located in Vrigstad, Sweden. The company specializes in working with aluminum alloys and has an annual volume of 600 tons of aluminum. With a team of 35 employees, Lundbergs Pressgjuteri generates a revenue of 4 million EUR. The company is known for its precision in die-casting, a reputation built on its innovative use of technology and commitment to quality. Lundbergs Pressgjuteri serves a diverse range of clients, including international retail companies.

Solution

To overcome these challenges, Lundbergs Pressgjuteri invested in NovaCast's simulation program, NovaFlow&Solid, about six years ago. The program allows the company to simulate a casting on a computer, enabling them to identify potential defects before they occur. This not only saves time and money but also reduces environmental impact. The tool manager, Mattias Melin, uses NovaFlow&Solid daily for problem-solving and creating new tools or fixing old ones. In the case of the brochure holders, the simulation program demonstrated that if the tool was built as originally planned, the result wouldn't have met the required standards. By showing this to the client, they were able to discuss and make necessary changes, leading to a solution that satisfied all parties.

Impact #1	The adoption of NovaFlow&Solid has revolutionized Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's operations. The simulation program has not only improved the company's problem-solving capabilities but also enhanced its tool creation and repair processes. It has made it easier for the company to explain problems, challenges, and solutions to clients, fostering better communication and collaboration. Furthermore, the program has helped the company predict future challenges, enabling proactive problem-solving. Overall, the use of NovaFlow&Solid has significantly improved the efficiency and effectiveness of Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's operations, contributing to its reputation for precision in die-casting.

Impact #1

The adoption of NovaFlow&Solid has revolutionized Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's operations. The simulation program has not only improved the company's problem-solving capabilities but also enhanced its tool creation and repair processes. It has made it easier for the company to explain problems, challenges, and solutions to clients, fostering better communication and collaboration. Furthermore, the program has helped the company predict future challenges, enabling proactive problem-solving. Overall, the use of NovaFlow&Solid has significantly improved the efficiency and effectiveness of Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's operations, contributing to its reputation for precision in die-casting.

Benefit #1	The use of NovaFlow&Solid simulation program has significantly reduced the time spent on identifying and fixing defects.
Benefit #2	The program has also led to cost savings by preventing the production of substandard tools.
Benefit #3	The simulation program has enabled the company to meet the precise requirements of clients, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction.

Benefit #1

The use of NovaFlow&Solid simulation program has significantly reduced the time spent on identifying and fixing defects.

Benefit #2

The program has also led to cost savings by preventing the production of substandard tools.

Benefit #3

The simulation program has enabled the company to meet the precise requirements of clients, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction.

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Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's Success Story: Leveraging IoT for Precision in Die-Casting

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