1. TÜV SÜD
Your Challenges
Automakers and subassembly manufacturers have invested
heavily to improve customer satisfaction and to position
their brand as one of quality. Improvements in engine and
suspension design have reduced driving noise, providing the
consumer tranquil comfort, but irritating buzz, squeak and
rattle sounds can devastate that consumer’s experience.
As a top contributor to customer dissatisfaction, Buzz,
Squeak and Rattle (BSR) issues are well known and
highly publicized culprits in automotive ratings. Consumer
initial quality rankings are widely covered by the media.
Identifying and removing Noise, Vibration and Harshness
(NVH) root causes will result in greater customer
satisfaction, increased band loyalty and stronger quality
reputation.
TÜV SÜD’s Equipment Solutions & Technology(EST)
group designs and builds custom solutions for BSR, NVH
and other testing. These systems are deployed at many
automakers worldwide and include In-Ground, Modular
Above Ground(MAG) or Transportable Servo Electric
Actuator(SEA) systems. To maximize the efficiency
of test system operations the EST group also offers an
OnSite staffing solution.
Servo Electric Road Simulator
The Equipment Solutions & Technology group within
TÜV SÜD revolutionized road simulation testing with
the introduction of the silent and efficient servo electric
road simulator. We offer a complete solution to detect,
diagnose and eliminate annoying sounds as part of design
or production verification, solidifying your quality reputation.
Squeak and rattle issues
high warranty expense
costly rework & repairs at assembly
hard to fix at dealerships
annoy and frustrate customers
reduced consumer initial quality rankings
Prevent them with TÜV SÜD’s proven tools and services.
Choose certainty.
Add value.
Custom Automotive
Testing Solutions
Identify and Remove Buzz,
Squeak and Rattle
2. “The temperature controlled four poster has been the best
investment made in a long time. We have been able to use
it to be more proactive than ever before especially with the
seasonally related problems.”
- OEM Manager Product Quality Assurance
Proven Tools and Turn-key Solution
These economical Four Posters are at the cutting edge
of TÜV SÜD’s Servo Electric Actuator(SEA) technology
and are far ahead of hydraulic or electro magnetic
actuation. TÜV SÜD’s SEA system is superior in all
performance metrics including force, velocity,
acceleration, RMS error, NVH and energy consumption.
Cost and waste are minimized with our SEA systems.
Such an efficient testing solution for a moderate
investment adds up to big savings for automakers
and suppliers striving to produce superior products.
TÜV SÜD offers proven BSR prevention tools and methods
that reduce vehicle rework and repair at the assembly plant,
minimize dealership repairs, lower warranty expense and
increase customer satisfaction. TÜV SÜD’s OnSite testing
services team has partnered with top tier automakers for
more than twenty years deliverying testing services, root
cause analysis, and resolutions. OnSite from TÜV SÜD is
your one stop for BSR experts to implement product and
process improvements as part of your complete solution.
TÜV SÜD’s highly regarded third party expertise delivers
a total solution package - custom testing equipment in
conjunction with OnSite testing services. OnSite BSR
experts add value at assembly plants and engineering
centers, preventing BSR issues from reaching your customers
today and in the future. Improve quality faster with custom
test equipment coupled with OnSite testing services. Invest
in the total solution from TÜV SÜD.
Why the TÜV SÜD EST Group?
TÜV SÜD’s Equipment Solutions & Technology(EST)
group is located in Holland, Michigan and has a wealth of
experience supporting dozens of automotive customers.
The Equipment Solutions Team works with many equipment
manufacturers to provide the end user with custom systems
integration in a package that delivers the performance they
require. TÜV SÜD has aquired extensive system integration
experience by delivering these systems worldwide using our
international presence in all major markets to deliver local
support and expertise.
By choosing TÜV SÜD, the customer partners with a
financially stable global supplier serving industry for well
over one hundred years. Our engineering and installation
experience with multiple Four Posters, combined with
a strong track record of collaboration with local facility
managers, construction firms and contractors, yields
on-time and within-budget installations for our customers.
TÜV SÜD is fully committed to the long-term service
support for all of the equipment we supply and we are
able to accomplish this as a result of the deep involvement
we have with our suppliers throughout the product
development process.
User Comment
3. ACTUATOR IMPROVEMENTS:
TÜV SÜD Servo Electric vs. Electro Magnetic
4 times higher continuous force capacity
Modular design for reconfiguration and
servicing ease
High efficiency through optimized use of magnetic flux
Longer life fixed wiring and cooling systems design
Liquid cooled = 25 times more efficient heat dissipation
Higher accuracy = more repeatable testing
with higher frequency content
Quieter, virtually silent operation. No high-pitch
commutation noise
Direct cooling of external, fixed coils = higher force
capacity / longer life
Improved temperature monitoring via built-in,
integrated thermocouples
Improved bearing design = longer life with greater side
load capacity
Offset load management = no overheating problems
Digital control = smoother, quieter, more efficient
Eliminates failure modes associated with “flying leads”
Higher resolution encoder = better control accuracy
Regeneration = higher energy efficiency
Compatibility with global power supplies. Direct
connection to 380-480vac
