ENGINEERING
PROTOCOL: TCM-DES-2024
In-house technical support for the engineering of custom hydraulic systems. From requirements analysis to final validation, using CAD, FEA and CFD simulation tools.
TECHNICAL OVERVIEW
“TCM engineering does not begin with the drawing — it begins with a deep understanding of the system, dynamic loads and the customer’s actual operating conditions.”
— R&D MANAGER, TCM OLEODINAMICATCM’s engineering team combines expertise in fluid mechanics, structural FEA and CFD simulation. Every project is developed using parametric 3D CAD software, validated through computational analysis and prototyped in-house before series production. B2B technical support ensures continuity from specification through to delivery.
Advanced structural analysis
Fluid dynamics simulation
Parametric modelling
TECHNICAL AREAS
Each technical area is managed by specialised engineers using dedicated software tools and documented development methodologies.
TC-01
CFD SIMULATION
CFD analysis for the optimisation of hydraulic flows, pressure losses and the dynamic behaviour of fluids within circuits.
TOOL — ANSYS FLUENT
MESH — UP TO 10M ELEMENTS
TC-02
3D MODELLING
Parametric 3D development of cylinders, valves and complete hydraulic assemblies, with revision management and integrated PDM.
TOOL — SOLIDWORKS / CATIA
FORMAT — STEP / IGES / DXF
TC-03
FEA ANALYSIS
FEA structural verification for static, dynamic and fatigue loads. Topology optimisation for weight reduction.
TOOL — ABAQUS / NASTRAN
STANDARD — EN 13445 / ASME
TC-04
CIRCUIT DIAGRAMS
Engineering of hydraulic P&ID diagrams, component selection and sizing of pumps and control valves.
STANDARD — ISO 1219-1
PRESSURE — UP TO 700 BAR
TC-05
PROTOTYPING
In-house production of functional prototypes to validate the concept before series production begins.
LEAD TIME — 5-15 DAYS
TESTING — IN-HOUSE TEST BENCH
TC-06
ELECTRONICS
Integration of PLC/HMI systems for the automation of proportional hydraulic circuits and axis servo control.
PROTOCOLS — CANBUS / IO-LINK
CERT. — CE / ATEX
TC-07
DOCUMENTATION
Preparation of the complete technical file: manufacturing drawings, BOM, operating manuals and declarations of conformity.
STANDARD — ISO 9001:2015
LANGUAGE — IT / EN / DE
TC-08
VALIDATION
Testing plan and functional verification using a certified in-house test bench, with detailed test reports.
MAX PRESSURE — 700 BAR
STANDARD — ISO 10100
R&D LABORATORY — ENGINEERING AREA
TCM’s engineering laboratory combines high-performance CAD workstations, computing servers for FEA/CFD simulations and a test bench directly connected to the manufacturing department for immediate feedback.
OPERATIONAL WORKFLOW
01
PHASE 01
Requirements gathering, functional analysis and definition of the system concept together with the customer.
REQ ANALYSIS
02
PHASE 02
Complete parametric CAD development, including assembly management and manufacturing drawings.
PARAMETRIC 3D CAD
03
PHASE 03
Structural FEA and fluid dynamics CFD simulation for verification and optimisation.
FEA / CFD SIM.
04
PHASE 04
Production of a functional prototype and testing on a certified in-house test bench.
PROTOTYPE + TEST
05
PHASE 05
Final approval, preparation of the technical file and start of certified series production.
ISO 9001 CERT.
DESIGN EXCELLENCE Every TCM project follows a rigorous, documented process with technical review gates between each phase. The customer is involved at every critical step through progress reports and structured review sessions.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
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Our technical team is available to assess your requirements and provide tailored solutions. Technical support from design through to delivery.
