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QASS takes the initial drawing speed from the machines control system, and then gradually increases it up to the possible maximum.
If the chatter tendency increases sig- nificantly after the drawing speed was increased, the QASS algorithm adjusts the drawing speed to an optimum of speed and chatter tendency in order to achieve
a robust production process with highest drawing speed while simultaneously avoid- ing failures.
Refurbish and optimize any machine
The QASS sensors can be installed on all machines, regardless of age and condition. The operation of the measuring equipment can be handled easily by the customer’s production staff. The graphical user in- terfaces of the device can be adapted to individual customer needs with on-site production conditions in mind.
Renowned tube manufacturers already profit from using QASS sensors and hard- ware by a faster drawing speed, improved production quality, reduced scrap and less production costs.
QASS – From startup to market leader
QASS was founded in 2001 by engineer and entrepreneur Ulrich Seuthe, who was determined to improve straightening pro- cesses. The use of structure-borne sound to detect emerging cracks, which is not perceptible without equipment, proved to be a game changer for manufacturers.
Materials did not have to be manually inspected anymore and valuable time was saved through in-process measurement. The innovation quickly conquered produc- tion sites and the company became market leader for the automotive industry. With an established partner network across
the globe, QASS measurement technology has been made available internationally. Many reputable manufacturers around the world confidently rely on the expertise of QASS for process optimization and quality control.
High-performance hardware for rough production environments
With now more than 20 years of experi- ence, the original measurement system has evolved into a high-performance industrial computer, which is constantly improving. Once a permanently installed device with local data and one use case only, the Opti- mizer4D is now a flexibly installed or porta- ble device, which can be accessed remotely and has many application possibilities.
The highly adaptable tool works with pattern recognition and clustering algo- rithms, which can detect patterns in process data and interpret sensor signals accordingly. Using this method, process relevant signals can be easily identified in loudest environments.
In cooperation with manufacturing compa- nies, universities and research institutes, many innovative approaches have been
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