Automated Fiber and Tape Placement Machines

Mikrosam’s wide range of  Automated Fiber and Automated Tape Placement machines are designed for flexibility, easy of use, and scale. Each head has Multi-Material capabilities and a range of configuration options. So, whether you’re starting out in R&D setting and need a budget-scale solution, or entering into serial production and need high-reliability units, Mikrosam’s work-cells will have you covered. They are re-configurable and upgradeable. We help you choose an initial configuration that is suited to scale and will not hold you down as you grow your presence on the market.

Mikrosam is unique in the automated fiber placement machine market as a supplier in that it also provides its machines with MikroPlace and MikroAutomate software.  MikroPlace software is a full CAD based part design software in which it is possible to create the part design from scratch or import a CAD model from another application such as SolidWorks or CATIA. The programmer can then make any adjustments ply by ply so as to improve the manufacturability of the part.  The design can be exported to any FEA analysis application to ensure that it meets the required load requirements. In the subsequent step, MikroPlace takes the CAD information and creates the necessary motion code to operate the machine.  This includes simulation, post-processing, and stress analysis.  This reduces the risk for the customer substantially as well as the overall initial cost and the long term cost of ownership.  This module allows the importation of CATIA files into the Mikrosam design software as well.