Process Simulation and Optimization
Simulation of Glass Melting & Fining Processes

Evaluation of temperature and flow pattern in a glass furnace
Our service offer
- Assessment of new melting and refining concepts
- Optimization of furnace designs
- Analysis of running processes and identification of favourable working point
- Prediction of glass quality
Simulation of Glass Forming Processes

Float: Geometry and stress distribution in the ribbon for different number and location of the top roller
Our service offer
- Assessment of heating concepts and forehearth designs
- Evaluation and optimization of stirrers
- Analysis and optimization of hot forming facilities
- Prediction of product quality
Data Analysis & Process Control

Clusteranalysis of Setups
Our service offer
- Data-analysis for process analysis and optimization
- Design of model based controllers
- Programming of supplemental tools for data analysis
- Training courses for statistical methods and data analysis
Structural Mechanics for Processes & Components

Load test solar PV cell, Bending of glass sheets
Our service offer
- Simulation of annealing processes to optimize operation mode and product properties
- Strength analysis to optimize components with respect to weight, geometry etc.
- Evaluation of stresses and deformations for various loads to determine failiure of components
- Simulation of assemblies with various material combinations at realistic operation conditions to estimate product lifetime
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