mido shines at the Fakuma!

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For the 28th time, Fakuma took place in Friedrichshafen from October 17-21, 2023. This time, visitors from all over the world were also able to find out about “mido”, the revolutionary solution for feature-based tool cost calculation. The Munich-based company Teraport presented the latest addition to its product family to an interested trade audience. “We are really thrilled with how good the feedback on mido has been. From tool manufacturers to Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs, interested parties confirm that our software really does address the issue of tool cost calculation in a way that has never been seen before,” says Teraport CEO Raphael Heilig.

Functions such as direct CAD integration and the simple workflow are particularly impressive. With mido, the user analyzes cost drivers directly on the 3D CAD model, defines his cavity layout and derives a valid mold configuration. The user is then shown this graphically and can find out about production, material and purchased part costs in the detailed cost breakdown. The great thing is that even non-experts can obtain meaningful analysis results thanks to the system guidelines, while experts can also make settings down to the smallest detail.

 

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Teraport Joins the Altair Partner Alliance

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Teraport is the latest organization to join the Altair Partner Alliance, where it will offer its veoCAST software. veoCAST is a stand-alone software designed to analyze CAD parts for conformity with casting process requirements.

veoCAST enables users to quickly and easily analyze all relevant part criteria without the need for FEM casting simulation, helping detect and eliminate potential problem areas early in development. veoCAST is particularly beneficial in the CAD part development, technical purchasing, and foundries’ request for quotation (RFQ) processes. By incorporating veoCAST into their workflow, Altair customers can create optimal designs, streamline the procurement and sales processes, and bring their products to market faster and with higher quality.

veoCAST offers significant advantages to foundries, particularly in enabling quick responses to request for quotations (RFQs). It facilitates the identification of potential manufacturing problems in supplied CAD parts and the proposal of necessary modifications at an early stage. This results in more accurate quotes and technical solutions, fostering successful collaborations and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Some of veoCAST’s top capabilities and benefits include:

Optimize Designs Early: With veoCAST, design engineers can quickly analyze a part’s conformity with casting process requirements, detecting potential problem areas early on and ensuring the design is optimized for manufacturing.
Streamline Supplier Selection: Technical purchasing departments can use veoCAST to build a strong understanding of the manufacturing requirements for casted parts, enabling them to make informed decisions when choosing casting part suppliers.
Accelerate the Quotation Process: Foundries can use veoCAST to quickly identify potential manufacturing problems in the supplied CAD parts and propose necessary modifications, leading to more accurate quotes and technical solutions.
Specialized Casting Analysis: Conduct specialized casting analysis like customized wall thickness analysis tailored to engineering needs, gap detection, undercut calculation, draft angle analysis, and edge curvature analysis, which aren’t available or as specialized in CAD and simulation tools.
Faster Decision-Making: Make qualified decisions based on firsthand information using features like “one-click analysis” with templates, and comprehensive reports, which accelerate the decision-making process.

“Our veoCAST technology is going to be an immense addition to Altair customers’ toolkit that will complement Altair’s existing suite of products by providing specialized capabilities and making Altair’s overall offering more comprehensive,” said Raphael Heilig, managing director, Teraport. “We look forward to being a part of the APA, which gives us access to Altair’s extensive global customer base and affords us opportunities to collaborate with other members of the APA, potentially leading to joint ventures, co-development of new technologies, and/or other mutually beneficial partnerships.”

To learn more about Teraport and its veoCAST technology, visit https://web.altair.com/2023-webinar-veocast

 

mido revolutionises tool cost calculation!

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In June it was finally that time of year again. The Moulding Expo called to Stuttgart and the tool and mould makers came. For the first time “mido” was also present. In the constantly growing challenge of modern product development, cost transparency as early as possible is often the difference between failure and success. Looking at key technologies such as plastic injection moulding, die casting or sheet metal stamping, the costs for moulds and tools are the most important cost factor for the final price of the part. With mido, tool cost calculation becomes an easy task to master. The idea of a visually supported, rule-based tool and mould configuration in combination with the automatic detection of cost drivers on 3D CAD models was well received at the Moulding Expo. “We were really overwhelmed by the positive feedback at the fair,” summed up mido Product Manager Philipp Hübner. “We received a clear signal from tool and mould makers as well as OEMs that mido is a clear step ahead of everything the market has to offer so far. Such feedback naturally motivates us to further optimise the still young product and to develop it into the market leader”.

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Magdeburg in the focus of innovations

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Engine developers and foundry experts met on May 8th and 9th for the VDI conference “Casting technology in engine construction” in Magdeburg. This was the third time that Teraport was present as a sponsor. As always, conference chairman Dr. Götz Hartmann led the audience through the difficult topics, sometimes critically, sometimes with humor, but always very skilfully. Visitors appreciate the fact that the topics of the event look beyond the horizon, i.e. not only deal with casting technology, but also evaluate general solutions for the challenges of our time. Thus, in addition to trends in engine development, the focus is always on the energy industry and current political guidelines. A presentation by the VDI Young Engineers, which dealt with the topic of how the image of engineers can be polished up and kept high in the future, also among the younger generation, also made people prick up their ears, because this is the only way to ensure the next generation of engineers. “We value the exchange with top-class experts and even if the conference in Magdeburg is certainly not the biggest, it remains one of the highest quality,” commented Teraport shareholder Raphael Heilig.

EUROGUSS expands to Mexico and veoCAST follows along!

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From 28.2.2023 to 02.03.2023, a Mexican offshoot of the well-known trade fair for the foundry industry took place for the first time. EUROGUSS MEXICO attracted over 1100 trade visitors from the entire value chain to the Expo-Center in Guadalajara. As a hub with short delivery routes for the entire American continent, Mexico has developed into the fourth largest automobile producer in the world. Tesla’s decision to build another Gigafactory in the Central American country underlines the fact that this development will continue. So it comes as no surprise that Teraport Managing Director Raphael Heilig also praised the good quality of the talks after the fair: “We travelled to Mexico with uncertain expectations, but in the end we were absolutely pleasantly surprised. The fair was very well received by trade visitors and we had many interesting discussions at the highest level. We will certainly be back again in two years.” EUROGUSS MEXICO 2025 is expected to open its doors again in Guadalajara in October of the year after next.

EUROGUSS, only warmer!

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Four full halls, enthusiastic visitors and satisfied exhibitors – that was EUROGUSS 2022, which took place in Nuremberg from June 8th to 10th. Due to the pandemic, a total of 638 exhibitors from 34 countries presented themselves to around 10,000 visitors in unusually warm temperatures and not in winter as usual. Thus, the always spectacular exhibition party with show band became an open air event this time.
Teraport presented the latest version of its veoCAST software for validation of cast designs to interested participants of the Guided Tour focusing on *Foundry 2.0 – Digitalization in the Die Casting Industry*. “Driven by the needs of our customers, we have further enhenced our tool for the rapid, design-related validation of parts with regard to the requirements of casting processes. Even simpler operation and shorter calculation times are important to mention here. This makes it easier to identify problem areas and implement improvements more quickly and cost-effectively” – Teraport CEO Raphael Heilig highlighted the advantages of the latest veoCAST.

You’re muted & you’re frozen #together again! Also in Magdeburg!

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Under the above slogan, Lufthansa proclaims the end of the pandemic and stages on a billboard a reunion of business partners without the annoying side effects of technical problems of online meetings. Only time will tell whether one is rejoicing too soon in view of the worsening incidence figures. What is certain is that the VDI Congress on Casting Technology in Engine Construction took place as a purely attendance-based event. Although unlike usual not at the beginning of the year but only on 27.10. and 28.10. and also one noticed that fewer participants than usual were on site, the spirit of the event was all the more positive. Teraport also finally re-entered the dialogue with customers and presented the latest version of its veoCAST software for the analysis of cast constructions. “It was refreshing to have direct contact with customers again after more than a year and a half. Since the International Engine Congress in February 2020 in Baden Baden, it was the first time we had the opportunity to exchange face to face with our users and prospects. Besides some new contacts, we take home valuable knowledge about future developments in casting technology, but also a lot of motivation. It is simply something different when you chat together over a beer, something that, despite all the technical progress, cannot yet be reproduced virtually,” summarized Teraport Managing Director Raphael Heilig.

Euroguss Mexico 2021 : virtual exchange with experts

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Opulent stands, give-aways and trade fair parties – you looked in vain for all that at Euroguss Mexico 2021. But it did take place. From 4 to 18 May, in purely virtual form. Exhibitors and visitors were able to exchange information and network with each other on a specially designed platform. Roland Weigert, Vice Minister in the Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy, emphasised the importance of Mexico for the Bavarian economy in his welcoming speech: “Mexico is our most important trading partner in Latin America and an important production location for the Bavarian automotive industry. Two of our largest OEMs, Audi and BMW are located here.” Teraport GmbH presented its veoCAST software at Euroguss Mexico, for the analytical validation of 3D CAD parts regarding requirements from the foundry production process.

During the trade fair, Teraport invited visitors to an interesting exchange with Bosch and Bocar Germany on the areas of application and potential of veoCAST in the development, purchasing and sales of castings. According to Dr. David Joop, veoCAST would allow the company to start generating results for their castings one and a half year earlier and Mr. Christoph Demmin emphasised the additional functionalities of veoCAST that one does not typically get from simulation software. Compared to classical software for FEM simulation, veoCAST offers significant added value in terms of quality and time, especially due to its simplicity and speed.

For the full interview click here.

 

veoCAST continues to evolve with new features!

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Teraport’s veoCAST software for a simple and fast validation of designs in casting and manufacturing technology gains a few more functions. The latest version optimises collaboration between different departments and data exchange with suppliers and customers. A single “veo” file now allows direct access to all detailed results including generated 3D analysis geometries. The implemented template management also allows users to define uniform specifications and filter settings for the analyses depending on the application area, ensuring comparability of the results for the different departments. “Our users develop standardised processes with the help of veoCAST, which are firmly anchored in the release procedures,” veoCAST product manager Stefan Wittmann is pleased to say. “Another feature that is very well received is the Customised Report. With this, the analysis reports can now also be tailored specifically to the requirements of the different areas of application. ” The new version 7.4. is now available for all veoCAST customers.

Still alive!

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The combustion engine a model of the past? This was the central question at the 7th International Engine Congress in Baden Baden on 18th and 19th February, organised by ATZ and VDI. The answer to this question is given by the engine experts at least with an optimistic “not yet”. This is because in the medium-term transition to emission-free driving, the classic drive cannot yet be replaced, at least not fast enough. Many representatives pleaded for an investment in synthetic fuels. If the energy sources were produced in regions with the appropriate degree of efficiency for green power generation (wind, sun), it would be possible to achieve efficiencies similar to those of battery-powered vehicles, while CO2 neutral, with low emission and above all applicable to all vehicles on the road today. Cpomparting the discussions of this exciting environment, Teraport also presented its veoCAST software solution for securing the design process of CAD cast components. “We are extremely satisfied with the interesting dialogues we were able to conduct and the new contacts we made. The interest of the visitors in optimising the development process of cast constructions regardless of the drive technology was high. Especially in an environment full of challenges, good ideas and a fruitful exchange of ideas arise”, summarized Dr. Stefan Wittmann, project manager of veoCAST.