We use the following CAE tools as part of our Design Optimization process:

• ANSYS 12.0 Classic
• ANSYS Professional NLT – Linear Structural & Dynamic Analysis

Benefits of Design Optimization

Using design optimization technology gives us the following benefits:

• We can build a smaller-size crane with enough built-in safety factors to provide a larger lift capacity.
• Design optimization allows us to provide weight reduction on existing crane models, lowering the size on the bearing, gear box, etc., and reducing the cost of material consumption.
• By using FEA and CAE tools to simulate the crane design before manufacturing begins, we can analyze performance and avoid future failure on the actual built crane.
• Reducing the crane weight through design optimization provides a reduced shipping cost and easier transportation of the completed crane.
• Prior Life Estimation of load bearing members on the crane structure allows us to predict the exact reliability of the crane product over the “life cycle” of its usage.
• Design optimization allows us to effectively analyze complex component behaviors, such as cylinder rod buckling, and the effects of wind, waves, heel & trim angle, etc., during dynamic conditions.
• Design optimization helps us to determine the exact strength level required for the structure. This helps us to select and use the most economic manufacturing materials to build the crane.