SMC for Linear Motor /Actuator
A manufacturer of heat pumps and commercial refrigeration
A principal engineer from a high-profile Stirling Engine manufacturer approached MPP with a unique challenge. At the time, SMC (Soft Magnetic Composite) technology was still in its infancy, requiring innovative approaches to fulfill the engineer’s vision. They had developed a motor for a cooling compressor, utilizing laminated components, but faced issues with lamination quality, excessive scrap, and waste. Moreover, their aim was to streamline production and assembly costs by reducing the number of components required.
A manufacturer of heat pumps and commercial refrigeration
A principal engineer from a high-profile Stirling Engine manufacturer approached MPP with a unique challenge. At the time, SMC (Soft Magnetic Composite) technology was still in its infancy, requiring innovative approaches to fulfill the engineer’s vision. They had developed a motor for a cooling compressor, utilizing laminated components, but faced issues with lamination quality, excessive scrap, and waste. Moreover, their aim was to streamline production and assembly costs by reducing the number of components required.
To tackle these obstacles head-on, our team embarked on a journey to revolutionize SMC technology while building upon existing capabilities. Leveraging our expertise and machinery, we enhanced the lamination process, paving the way for the creation of one of the first-ever soft magnetic parts. Our dedicated engineers also worked tirelessly to simplify the design, minimizing the number of parts necessary during assembly. Remarkably, what once required a staggering 1300 components for the laminated design was now achieved with a mere 5 components through the SMC solution.
The weight of individual parts was reduced by an impressive 30%, leading to enhanced efficiency and ease of handling. Assembly time was significantly reduced thanks to the drastic decrease in required parts, resulting in an overall cost savings of approximately 50%. Not only did the new process offer substantial financial benefits, but it also allowed for product size reduction, facilitating more seamless handling and assembly, a more compact design, and reduced weight and noise levels.