Enhancing Process Efficiency
In the realm of process manufacturing, efficiency is a key factor that can determine the success of a product. Altair HyperWorks offers a solution that integrates advanced simulation modeling and Smart Manufacturing principles to help manufacturers optimize their processes. Through the use of computer simulation, companies can gain deeper insights into their processes, making it easier to identify bottlenecks, improve workflows, and enhance operational efficiency.
Boosting Product Quality
Altair HyperWorks provides manufacturers with the tools needed to enhance product quality. By leveraging numerical simulation, companies can control product consistency and quality, develop innovative process strategies, and evaluate the impact of process design on product characteristics. This predictive tool allows manufacturers to drive continuous improvement in both product quality and manufacturing processes.
Specialized Applications for Different Industries
Altair HyperWorks offers specialized solutions for various processes within manufacturing industries. For instance, in mixing applications, Altair EDEM simulates the mixing process of powders, tablets, and other granular materials, providing vital information such as particle velocities and trajectories for informed decision-making. In tablet coating, Altair EDEM enables users to assess coating uniformity and understand key parameters like residence time and coating variability. Additionally, EDEM aids in die filling by assessing the effects of parameters on the quality of the final product and evaluating segregation during the filling process.
Expanding Simulation Capabilities
Altair HyperWorks extends its simulation capabilities to powder spreading, fluidized beds, and conveying equipment. By simulating the powder spreading process in additive manufacturing, companies can optimize operational parameters and ensure powder spreading uniformity. The coupling of computational fluid dynamics with discrete element modeling allows accurate simulation of fluidized beds, aiding in understanding mixing and segregation phenomena. Additionally, Altair EDEM enables the analysis of flow rates and forces in screw conveyors, helping predict equipment wear and system capacity.
Industry Insights and Virtual Panels
Altair HyperWorks goes beyond providing solutions by offering industry insights and virtual panels. These resources feature discussions with experts on modeling tools for optimizing pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, highlighting challenges, applications, and regulatory considerations. The platform also features testimonials and webinars, showcasing real-world applications of Altair's solutions in industries like asphalt plant design.