Engineering Services
Do you have a promising idea but don't want to invest in engineering analysis software for just one project? Are you looking for the performance improvements that engineering analysis can provide, but also know that modeling techniques and experience can be the difference between mere intellectual exercises and real gains? If these questions sound familiar, please consider contracting Barber-Nichols, Inc. (BNI) to perform Engineering Services for you. BNI's world class engineering team has been designing, engineering, analyzing, building, and testing high-performance specialty turbomachinery and other high-tech devices since 1966.
In the course of designing and successfully developing thousands of pieces of high-performance, specialty turbomachinery Barber-Nichols has obtained considerable expertise, and experience. BNI's expertise varies from cryogenic circulators that operate at 4K (-450° F) to high-temperature turbines that rotate at in excess of 400,000 rpm. Practical experience helps engineers choose proper modeling techniques and create a baseline for solid design decisions. Finally, combine Barber-Nichols' tools and experience with a team player attitude and a strong respect for client confidentially and we may just be the resource you're looking for. BNI can offer a variety of Engineering Services based on the following tools:
| Engineering Tools | |||
| Analysis Type | Analysis Tools | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Aerodynamic & Fluid Dynamics | BNI Proprietary & CFX® (CFD) | ||
| Stress, Thermal, & Vibration | Algor® & Ansys® (FEA) | ||
| Rotordynamic & Bearing | ARMDTM, XLRotor® | ||
| Bearing Design | BNI Proprietary & A.B. Jones® | ||
| Gear Design | Geartech ® | ||
| 3D Drafting | SolidWorks ® | ||
| 2D Drafting | Cadkey ® | ||
Two engineering skill sets for which Barber-Nichols is particularly well known is Prototype Design and Design for Manufacturability. Prototype Design has been a core competency at BNI since inception. If you have an idea that needs to be developed, Barber-Nichols' years of experience can now be put to work on your project. Contact us with your idea, conditions of service, definition of scope, and schedule and we will be happy to provide you with a proposal.
BNI places a strong emphasis on Design for Manufacturability (DFM) because designing the cost out of product results in an optimized, lower total cost product that meets the client's requirements and is easier to manufacture. Research indicates that manufacturing cost and time can both be cut significantly and product quality can be optimized when the principals of DFM are effectively utilized.
We can do the analysis you need, and no more than you want. Provide BNI with 3D files and the process will go faster yet. In any case, Barber-Nichols will provide a well documented final result, including recommended verification test methods and an on-site results presentation if desired. So if you have a problem now or just want to head one off in the future, give us a call and ask for an analysis proposal.