Design
WEMS are focused on providing practical mechanical design to its customers. A wealth of experience, combined with the latest in 3D parametric modelling techniques, enables WEMS to provide innovative design solutions in a visual format for improved customer communication.
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Figure 1 shows a Solidworks model of an open top fermenter plunger. |
WEMS utilises Solidworks as its primary design tool. Solidworks is a parametric feature-based solid modelling software package. 3D parts can be created, placed in an assembly and then 2D drawings generated directly from part and assembly information.
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Figure 2 shows the generated concept drawing of the plunger. |
WEMS has the capacity to offer conceptual design services and the unique ability to communicate design intent effectively through the use of 3D modelling techniques. Design intent is a term used to described fit, form & function. Using a virtual prototype WEMS can communicate where it goes, what it look likes, and what it does.
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Figure 3 shows a conceptual design for a tank farm layout. |
WEMS’s customers can clearly visualise and understand conceptual designs. The advantages of 3D modelling allow WEMS to deliver quality solutions and shorten the design and development process.
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Figure 4 shows a preliminary drawing of a 3" sparger used for customer consultation. |
Design Advantages of 3D Modeling
- Helps facilitate high quality and innovative designs;
- Enhanced visualisation for designers and customers;
- Significantly improves customer communication of design intent;
- Allows virtual construction of assemblies;
- Greatly reduces errors associated with fitment issues;
- Enables rapid design and fabrication change to meet customers requirements;
- Reduces design reviews and often project delivery times.