Tap manufacturer KWC joined forces with FHNW to develop innovative brass alloys so as to comply with new standards.
Project details
Innovative Messingbauteile
Technologies
Alloys, material analysis, process control
Objectives
Development of innovative brass alloys to meet new requirements
Background
Franke Water Systems KWC manufactures high-quality taps for kitchens and bathrooms. New international standards and regulations require adaptation of the materials used in the casting process.
Result
The FHNW team developed new brass alloys with the structural quality, finish and chemical durability to meet the new regulations. In collaboration with KWC, the researchers created a cast part simulation to be used as a tool for process control and process development.
Project information
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Duration | 2 years |
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Project team | FHNW: Prof. Jörg Lagemann (Lead), Thomas Burbach, Pascal Dessarzin |
KWC: Anton Flühler, Alex Fehlmann | |
AFT Switzerland GmbH: Rolf Rangl |