Metal Forming Simulation
Despite the increasing use of composite materials and plastics, metals still make up an incredible amount of the products and constructions we see today. From cars and bridges to ships, aircraft and towering buildings, metal is an indispensable material in our modern world. Many of these products and components are key to the integrity and safety of structures and machines, therefore manufacturing them right is a crucial process.
In the past, this has meant a costly and extended process of trial and error but today a new generation of metal forming simulation technologies has taken the need for physical prototyping out of the equation and delivers higher quality solutions more quickly.
Modern metal forming simulation software
ESI is the creator of the renowned PAM-STAMP, metal forming simulation application. This is a die face design and sheet metal forming computer simulation package that allows engineers to design, test and then optimize every aspect of the metal forming process on their PC, rather than carrying out costly physical testing loops. The application covers the full range of processes, including cold, warm and hot sheet and tube metal forming, with tailored and patched blanks. The success of the application is reflected in its wide usage in a broad range of industry sectors, including the aerospace, automotive and consumer appliance industry segments.
A complete metal forming simulation solution
ESI’s PAM-STAMP metal forming simulation package covers the full range of metal forming activities. During the quoting stage, engineers can use the system to decide on blank outlines and the best nesting for estimation of materials costs. They can then move on quickly to developing the draw dies. Then, at the feasibility stage, the die engineers are able to accurately model the tool surfaces according to B-Spline geometry. Later, they can develop an ideal forming process to get rid of any wrinkles and cracks in their design.
An innovator in metal forming simulation software
ESI leads the world in virtual prototyping solutions and has been recognized internationally for its expertise in materials physics. ESI has succeeded in developing the leading metal forming simulation application in the shape of PAM-STAMP. The company works closely with clients to develop industry-specific solutions that get right to the heart of the matter and allow clients to slash the time and costs associated with metal forming activities.
