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Ansys Software Suite: Engineering Simulation Software Products
Ansys simulation software offers technologically leading solutions for virtually any simulation task. The functionality encompasses all work steps of CAE simulation based on Ansys technology platform. Ansys impresses users with powerful solver technologies for structural mechanics, fluid mechanics, electromagnetics, multiphysics and system simulation as well as multiphysics heat transfer simulations and optics.
We are your specialists for software solutions in the simulation environment with more than 130 Ansys specialists. You can trust in our professionalism as an Ansys Elite Channel Partner.
Ansys Product Range
Discover the Ansys simulation software portfolio and get to know the technologically leading solutions for virtually any simulation task.
Discovery
Electromagnetics
Embedded System
Fluid Dynamics
Discovery: simulation for designers and developers
Ansys Discovery is used whenever there is more than one design option during the stage between brainstorming and detailed design, and reliable answers are needed without delay. Ansys Discovery is not just closely tied to the CAD world, but is also intuitive, reliable and fast.
Electromagnetics: development of electrical assemblies and antennas
The electric and magnetic behavior of drives, PCBs, antennas, converters and sensors can be comprehensively analyzed using Ansys simulation software. Their real behavior can thus be efficiently characterized. Ansys Electromagnetics software thus provides the foundation for fast product development and fewer re-designs.
Top functions
- Understand electromagnetic products in electromagnetic behavior
- Analysis of power and signal integrity
- Comprehensive coupling options at field and system level
Embedded System
For mission-critical and safety-critical applications, the Ansys Embedded Software range provides the perfect tools for efficient software development. An extensive reduction in work and costs for quick and reliable certification is guaranteed through simplified development using model-based design and automated verification.
Top functions
- Model-based development of software applications and interactive user interfaces (HMIs)
- Interactive simulation to understand functionality at an early stage
- Qualifiable/certified tools for reliable verification, code generation, test coverage and documentation
Fluid Dynamics: Ansys CFD for flow simulation
Ansys CFX and Ansys Fluent are technically advanced solutions for flow simulation (Computational Fluid Dynamics, CFD). Specific solvers offer a solution to virtually any problem. Depending on your requirements, you can choose between Ansys CFD Premium or Ansys CFD Enterprise to acquire the ideal software package. We’d be happy to advise you on your specific product configuration.
Top functions
- Tried-and-tested solvers including Fluent, CFX, Forte, Chemkin Pro and Polyflow
- A range of special enhancements including TurboTools for continuous-flow machines
- Mapping of multiphase fluid dynamics and phase transitions, chemical reactions
Multiphysics & Systems
Optic
Platform
Structural Mechanics
Multiphysics and Systems: multiphysics and system simulation
In practice, products are subject to physical interactions. With our multiphysics portfolio from Ansys, you can consider these scattering influences in a coupling different physics as well as at system level coupling and validate your product ideas with greater precision while still in the development phase.
Top functions
- Collaborative multiphysics with drag and drop coupling
- 2D/3D field, load vector, terminal and matrix coupling
- Fully parameterizable workflows
Optic: simulation of optical systems with Ansys
Light ray optimization for different applications or visual testing of the interactions between systems over the entire product lifecycle can be carried out using the Ansys Optics product range. From the design to engineering, validation or rendering, every simulation is strictly physics based and therefore highly realistic.
Top functions
- Physics-based, realistic results
- Extensive material libraries
- SpaceClaim-based version available
Platform: the integrative simulation platform for multiphysics simulation
Ansys Platform provides access to applications and technologies that fulfill specific requirements for simulation tasks, interfaces and resources. Expand your simulation capabilities and analyze physical interdependencies for the development process as a whole.
Top functions
- Connection of all physical domains
- Variation studies and tolerance management
- Find solutions more quickly and with higher levels of detail using high-performance computing
Structural mechanics: Simulation from statics to dynamics
Ansys software products for structural mechanics analyses aid in finding the solution to more complex design problems and in making quicker design-related decisions. Ansys users can map tasks from static structural mechanics, simulation of dynamic effects and even parameter and topology optimization, as well as solving them while improving the design and minimizing errors. Uniform workflows and automation speed up and simplify the simulation process.
Top functions
- Linear and nonlinear statics and dynamic properties
- Simple components and complex assemblies
- High level of scalability and parallelization
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Ansys customers
Ansys – used by market leaders and drivers of innovation across a wide range of industries
With products, service and expertise from a single source, our customers can make the most of their simulations – and often develop groundbreaking product and process innovations.
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Efficient work is the top priority for ar engineers GmbH. It uses ANSYS software to simulate material behavior under various scenarios, precisely and without undue expense or effort.
Design, simulation and implementation of composite projects is a core business area in the engineering and development consulting services offered by CADFEM’s customer ar engineers GmbH. Lightweight construction plays a major role for many clients in the aerospace, shipbuilding, automotive and wind power industries, to name but a few examples – when designing pleasure craft, for instance.
More about ar engineers GmbHBraun simulates for optimized operating behavior
Dr.-Ing. Ernst Braun GmbH has been relying on simulation software since 1991. It is convinced by the time savings and accuracy of the results in its development of rotating electric machines.
The Dr.-Ing. Ernst Braun GmbH company has been working closely with CADFEM for many years. ANSYS Maxwell, knowledge transfer, user support and comprehensive services available any time as needed are also key to the team’s enduringly successful use of its simulation technologies.
More about Dr.-Ing. Ernst Braun GmbHHEWI simulates comfort and accessibility
ANSYS simulation technology influences how HEWI products are developed – from the initial idea to series production. It’s turning premium quality and accessibility into the norm.
HEWI has been using ANSYS since 2002. At HEWI, experimental development activities accompany the entire product development process – from the initial idea to series production, and from feasibility studies in advance through to optimizations on virtual prototypes. As a result, HEWI needs far fewer costly and time-consuming physical prototypes.
More about HEWIMiele simulates to achieve premium quality
“Forever better” is Miele’s motto. CADFEM’s simulation solutions are indispensable for the engineers. It allows them to drive innovation forward and always stay one step ahead of the competition.
“Forever better” is the brand promise of the long-established Miele company. At Miele, quality, technology, comfort and design have always been the most important product development goals. Nowadays, Miele engineers use powerful CADFEM simulation solutions to drive innovation forward, to optimally design components and assemblies and to safeguard the diverse products’ functions.
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Hermle simulates for maximum precision
Hermle AG helps achieve milling at its best. Its machining centers have been constantly improved thanks to CADFEM simulation technology. This also makes for faster machine development.
Hermle AG was convinced by the ANSYS Workbench software following an extensive test phase due to its simple and intuitive user interface, fast and automatic mesh generation, short simulation times and good value for money. Besides the software, Hermle avails itself of various services offered by CADFEM, including consulting, to get the most out of simulation.
More about Hermle AGSEW simulates drive components and systems
SEW has been using CADFEM simulation solutions for 30 years to bring motion to almost all industries with its advanced drive technology. With these solutions, it can be more particular about its testing.
SEW-EURODRIVE and CADFEM have a long and intensive partnership. In addition to ANSYS software, SEW also uses a range of CADFEM services. For example, CADFEM is repeatedly called on to perform simulations on behalf of SEW in order to help ease capacity issues. Additionally, CADFEM training is held – both for new SEW employees and advanced users looking to learn more.
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Endress+Hauser has been using computer-aided simulation to develop optimum solutions and products for 25 years. This includes optimizing the sensor in the Liquiphant M series point level switch.
Endress+Hauser and CADFEM have enjoyed a close cooperative relationship for 25 years. Having started with simple structural mechanics simulations, the entire functional spectrum of ANSYS is now used at Endress+Hauser for process sensor simulation. Together with complementary software, simulation with ANSYS Workbench accompanies all phases of the product lifecycle.
More about Endress+HauserHilite – using simulation to drive product development forward
Hilite uses CADFEM’s simulation software to drive the development of components and modules for the automotive industry forward. So, they’re always one step ahead of the competition.
At Hilite, the use of simulation is an integral part of product development activities and covers a wide range of physical disciplines, including structural mechanics, electromagnetics, fluid dynamics analysis and system simulation. Hilite aims to optimize the factors of its products that are critical to their success, such as quality, reliability or service life, and thereby to improve its competitiveness.
More about HiliteWITTUR simulates elevator machines
Wittur Electric Drives GmbH aims to make elevator travel as comfortable as possible. It relies on CADFEM simulation solutions for this purpose.
Wittur chose CADFEM as the solution partner for all simulation questions and the ANSYS Maxwell software. Crucial to this was the fact that ANSYS supports several physical disciplines. Witter’s team was also impressed by CADFEM’s range of simulation services and the quality of support even during the test phase – particularly the provision of intense training and user support.
More about WitturKomatsu Hanomag simulates construction work
Excavators have to withstand a great deal on a construction site. CADFEM simulation technology plays a major role in the entire product development process to prepare them for these requirements.
Calculation tasks are becoming ever more complex and the software requirements are also growing as a result, which is why the Hanover-based KOMATSU HANOMAG construction machinery engineers turned to the simulation specialists at CADFEM. “CADFEM was able to demonstrate to us quickly and comprehensibly how to use ANSYS Workbench, using our own tasks as a basis.”
More about Komatsu HanomagCreating an enjoyable showering experience is Hansgrohe’s top priority
Hansgrohe relies on CADFEM simulation software to make showering an experience of wellbeing. It also uses the further training options to develop highly skilled junior staff.
Hansgrohe has been using numerical simulation as a CADFEM customer for more than a decade to reduce the time and effort needed for product development. The simulation disciplines for this are mastered using ANSYS tools, enabling fluid and structural simulations to be coupled, with optimum interfaces to the existing CAD system.
More about HansgroheKlubert + Schmidt simulates exhaust flaps
Klubert + Schmidt relies on ANSYS AIM in exhaust flap development. The simulation software for multiphysics simulations impresses with its intuitive ease of operation and user-friendliness.
When the Klubert + Schmidt designers decided to take the next step in product development, they initially thought of having simulation software integrated into their CAD system. After CADFEM presented the possibilities of ANSYS Discovery AIM, its new multiphysics simulation software, they were won over by the advantages of this far more powerful solution.
Mehr zu Klubert + SchmidtAXA optimizes the stiffness of traveling column machining centers
AXA uses ANSYS Workbench to design and engineer bespoke production systems. CADFEM Support engineers are quick to provide assistance with complex simulations.
The intuitive operation, good project organization and comprehensive technical service were especially critical for AXA in its selection of the ANSYS Workbench simulation solution. AXA mainly performs simulations in the area of structural mechanics, as well as vibration analyses and simple temperature field simulations.
More about AXA Entwicklungs- und Maschinenbau GmbHHiller optimizes decanter centrifuges
Hiller decanter centrifuges are in demand the world over. Energy efficiency, lightweight design and higher speeds are the aims. These are achieved with the ANSYS simulation solutions in cooperation with CADFEM.
Hiller has relied on the ANSYS simulation software and maintained a close cooperative relationship with CADFEM since 2014. “Since CADFEM is known for simulation expertise and its ANSYS software has been established on the market for decades, we initially started a consulting project to conduct a modal analysis of our decanter centrifuges,” says Robert Wagenbauer, recalling the successful start to the companies’ collaboration.
More about Hiller GmbHMR automates the simulation of screw connections
MR is known for its highly durable on-load tap-changers. This is mainly thanks to the design of the screw connections, which was developed with the help of CADFEM simulation technology.
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen and CADFEM as an ANSYS Elite Channel Partner have a close cooperative relationship. For example, complete calculation tasks can be transferred to CADFEM if MR’s staff capacities are insufficient. CADFEM also holds project-related training courses to enhance the efficiency of MR’s simulation applications.
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PFISTERER uses silicone for insulation purposes
Silicone insulators for high-voltage cable connections are subject to special requirements. Pfisterer has specialized in this field and relies on CADFEM simulation solutions.
To exploit all the possibilities that ANSYS products offer for development tasks, PFISTERER attaches a great deal of importance to continuously establishing and building on simulation knowledge. Particularly in sensitive applications, silicone is a challenging material that requires the highest level of specialist knowledge and expertise. This is also reflected in the simulation work that accompanies the development process.
More about Pfisterer Holding AGulrich medical gives doctors a strong backbone
Screws in the human spine and other bones are subject to special requirements, which ulrich medical meets with an extremely high degree of precision using CADFEM simulation solutions.
As is the case with all development processes, one thing remains unknown, even when creating innovative medical products: possible problem areas could be identified too late, thus resulting in costly corrections. ulrich medical, an Ulm-based company with a long-standing tradition, is reducing this risk by performing simulations with ANSYS during the development process that are validated with advice and support from CADFEM if necessary.
More about ulrich medicalThe right solutions for your simulation projects
Simulation is everywhere and affects every industry. Since simulation requires more than software, CADFEM offers everything you need for successful simulation from a single source: software and IT solutions, consulting, support, engineering and knowledge sharing – always on the cutting edge.
