Mechanical Design for a CD & DVD Printing Machine
Customer Company Size
Mid-size Company
Region
- Europe
Country
- Sweden
Product
- IRONCAD
- EZ6
Tech Stack
- 3D Modeling Software
- Flexo-printing Technology
Implementation Scale
- Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
- Innovation Output
- Productivity Improvements
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Computer Vision Software
- Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Applicable Industries
- Consumer Goods
- Electronics
Applicable Functions
- Discrete Manufacturing
- Product Research & Development
Use Cases
- Manufacturing System Automation
- Rapid Prototyping
Services
- Software Design & Engineering Services
- System Integration
About The Customer
GEPRO AB, a company involved in industrial design, engaged in a mechanical design project to develop a new type of CD and DVD printing machine. The company, represented by Engineer Göran Ewerlöf and industrial designer Jonas Ahnmé, aimed to leverage their 15 years of mechanical design experience to create a machine that would utilize flexo-printing technology. This technology, traditionally used in the packaging industry, was to be adapted for printing on CDs, DVDs, and blu-ray discs. GEPRO AB sought to innovate in the field of disc printing by developing a machine that could print with six colors at low operating costs and high speed, achieving a maximum of 100 discs per minute. The company aimed to deliver a product that would stand out in the market by offering high-quality printing and operational efficiency.
The Challenge
Engineer Göran Ewerlöf and his partner Jonas Ahnmé were tasked with creating a new type of CD and DVD printing machine using flexo-printing technology, which was primarily used in the packaging industry. The challenge was to find a suitable CAD system capable of handling hundreds of parts, allowing easy modification of geometry, and creating associative technical drawings. The project required a system that could manage complex mechanical designs and ensure the correct fit and function of parts and assemblies. Göran and Jonas needed a solution that would allow them to prototype and test quickly without being bogged down by software limitations or rigid design rules.
The Solution
Göran Ewerlöf and Jonas Ahnmé chose IRONCAD as their CAD system after consulting with Solidmakarna AB, IronCAD’s largest authorized reseller in Sweden. IRONCAD provided the necessary tools for handling complex mechanical designs, allowing the engineers to manage features, parts, and assemblies efficiently. The software's scene browser and drag-and-drop functionality enabled them to increase their workload and perform complex analyses to ensure the correct fit and function of their designs. The built-in mechanism mode allowed for simulated movement, ensuring assemblies were collision-free and structurally sound. The final design of the EZ6 machine featured advanced servo motors for gearless printing and direct-driven high-resolution press rollers, achieving optimal print quality. The machine included six print stations, each capable of printing with a different color, and utilized high-resolution printing and curing stations to deliver superior image quality. The intuitive interface of IRONCAD allowed the designers to experiment with different design scenarios without being constrained by software limitations, leading to a successful and innovative product.
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