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Lundbergs Pressgjuteri's Success Story: Leveraging IoT for Precision in Die-Casting
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Digital Twin / Simulation
Applicable Industries
- Equipment & Machinery
- Retail
Use Cases
- Digital Twin
- Virtual Reality
The 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 The 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.
The 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.
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