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Test equipment

The amount of electronics in the bumper is continuously increasing thanks to stricter safety standards and the emergence of autonomous driving.
Although the parts required for this have all undergone 100% testing before they are sent to the TIER 1 suppliers and OEMs, sensitive parts can become faulty during installation or when painted. These impairments can lead to cost-intensive recall actions especially with respect to safety-relevant parts. For this reason, retesting of the components to eliminate faults and for customer documentation is extremely important.
A simple installation and presence check is often insufficient. The manufacturers of the individual components stipulate precisely how components need to be tested. Our modular test equipment will help you by covering all necessary test scenarios.

Variant 1: Mini

Our smallest measuring and test equipment can be integrated easily into your system thanks to its small dimensions. We would be pleased to support you with our extensive know-how in the integration into your software environment.

Version 1: E-CheckIT

Our cost-efficient entry-level solution for electrical inspection and test applications. The intelligent measuring system E-CheckITautomatically records all required resistance and current measurements as well as resulting data such as component presence or non-assembly check. 16 analog channels, multiplexed, differential and individually programmable cover all your quality assurance requirements.

Version 2: Valeo ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

This model serves the electronic review by Valeo ultrasonic sensors that are used in the field of automotive bumpers. The measuring equipment provides eight freely configurable measuring channels in a compact housing which means that the device can be used in a versatile manner. The Mini-PDC is downwards-compatible and supports the Valeo Generation 5, Generation 4 and Generation 3. On request, this can be extended to generation 6. The Mini-PDC can be used as a stand-alone device or in conjunction with another system.

Version 3: Bosch ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

The test specification of the manufacturer Bosch defines a separate test procedure. We integrate the generation-specific test module into the test system on the hardware and software side.

Version 4: CAN-FD communication

For electronic components with CAN (-FD) interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Version 5: FlexRay communication

For electronic components with FlexRay interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Version 6: LIN communication

A pure presence check via the current consumption is often not sufficient for electronic components with a LIN interface. Often communication via the sensor-specific bus system is necessary for these parts (e.g. VIP or HFA sensors) to export hardware and software releases or to log the installed serial number. In conjunction with the associated software module, the various test tasks can be configured and covered.

Version 7: Camera communication

Cameras have various interface standards, e.g. KOAX, LVDS and Ethernet. Our camera communication modules allow testing all interface standards.

Option 1: Operating box

For simple and flexible operator acknowledgement, we recommend a freely configurable operating box that can be adapted and designed to your requirements.

Option 2: Barcode scanner

Often, a barcode scanner is used for quick and easy recording of a construction order, DUT or other information. Our measuring and test equipment is compatible with all standard barcode scanners.

Option 3: Printer

After a test, the results often need to be documented directly. With this option we supply you with various printers (labels, paper).

Option 4: Panel PC

For connection to a higher-level production, production flow or documentation system (e.g. manufacturing execution system, ERP system), our measuring and testing technology can be extended with an industrial PC for communication with these systems

Option 5: RFID

You need component identification via RFID? With this option, we include an RFID antenna in our system according to your wishes, so that the DUT can be automatically recognized by our test technology.

Variant 2: Midi

Our Midi test equipment is a test unit in a modular design. In addition to various manufacturers and generations of ultrasound sensors, other electronic parts can also be tested. The heart of the Midi test equipment is an industrial PC including our Windows-based TST-WIN test software. The industrial PC with various output levels can be adapted perfectly to your application. This guarantees a flexible and expandable connection to your overriding system.

Option 1: Test equipment Valeo ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

This model serves the electronic review by Valeo ultrasonic sensors that are used in the field of automotive bumpers. The measuring equipment provides eight freely configurable measuring channels in a compact housing which means that the device can be used in a versatile manner The Midi-PDC is downwards compatible and supports the Valeo Generation 5, Generation 4 and Generation 3. On request, this can be extended to generation 6.

Option 2: Test equipment Bosch ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

The test specification of the manufacturer Bosch defines a separate test procedure. We integrate the generation-specific test module into the test system on the hardware and software side.

Option 3: Test equipment for CAN-FD communication

For electronic components with CAN (-FD) interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 4: Test equipment for FlexRay communication

For electronic components with FlexRay interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 5: Test equipment for LIN communication

For electronic components with LIN interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 6: Test equipment for camera communication

Different interfaces, e.g. KOAX, LVDS and Ethernet, are now used for more extensive tests of cameras. Our camera communication modules allow fast integration into overriding test station control systems.

Option 7: Test equipment for presence check of electronic components.

Is a pure presence check of the electronic components sufficient? The presence of the components can be checked with this module.

Option 8: Sensors for presence check of metallic components.

DUT often contain metallic components, e.g. clips or rivets, and the assembly of these parts also needs to be checked. The test equipment can be equipped with inductive sensors using this module.

Option 9: Sensors for presence check of non-metallic components.

The test equipment can be equipped with capacitive sensors to inspect non-metallic components.

Option 10: Sensors for colour recognition

Various types of colour sensors can be used to detect and differentiate painted components. The highest level of flexibility is achieved in combination with a robot.

Option 11: Photo documentation

Often, the test is the last step before delivery. This module allows documentation of the delivery state by means of various camera types.

Option 12: Operating box

For simple and flexible operator acknowledgement, we recommend a freely configurable operating box that can be adapted and designed to your requirements.

Option 13: Barcode scanner

Often, a barcode scanner is used for quick and easy recording of a construction order, DUT or other information. Our measuring and test equipment is compatible with all standard barcode scanners.

Option 14: Printer

After a test, the results often need to be documented directly. With this option we supply you with various printers (labels, paper).

Option 15: Touch monitor

The Midi, MidiAdvanced and Maxi test equipment is supplied as standard with a normal screen and a keyboard. On request, the normal screen can be replaced with a touch monitor.

Option 16: RFID

You need component identification via RFID? With this option, we include an RFID antenna in our system according to your wishes, so that the DUT can be automatically recognized by our test technology.

Variant 3: Midi Advanced

Our MidiAdvanced test equipment is a test rack with individually expandable modules. The test hardware and software can be selected and expanded subsequently for your test piece in line with your requirements and circumstances.

The test rack offers all possibilities for integration into your production layout. In addition to the classic end-of-line test, an in-line test is also possible.

Option 1: Test equipment Valeo ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

This model serves the electronic review by Valeo ultrasonic sensors that are used in the field of automotive bumpers. The measuring equipment provides eight freely configurable measuring channels in a compact housing which means that the device can be used in a versatile manner The Midi-PDC is downwards compatible and supports the Valeo Generation 5, Generation 4 and Generation 3. On request, this can be extended to generation 6.

Option 2: Test equipment Bosch ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

The test specification of the manufacturer Bosch defines a separate test procedure. We integrate the generation-specific test module into the test system on the hardware and software side.

Option 3: Test equipment for CAN-FD communication

For electronic components with CAN (-FD) interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 4: Test equipment for FlexRay communication

For electronic components with FlexRay interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 5: Test equipment for LIN communication

For electronic components with LIN interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 6: Test equipment for camera communication

Different interfaces, e.g. KOAX, LVDS and Ethernet, are now used for more extensive tests of cameras. Our camera communication modules allow fast integration into overriding test station control systems.

Option 7: Test equipment for presence check of electronic components.

Is a pure presence check of the electronic components sufficient? The presence of the components can be checked with this module.

Option 8: Sensors for presence check of metallic components.

DUT often contain metallic components, e.g. clips or rivets, and the assembly of these parts also needs to be checked. The test equipment can be equipped with inductive sensors using this module.

Option 9: Sensors for presence check of non-metallic components.

The test equipment can be equipped with capacitive sensors to inspect non-metallic components.

Option 10: Sensors for colour recognition

Various types of colour sensors can be used to detect and differentiate painted components. The highest level of flexibility is achieved in combination with a robot.

Option 11: Photo documentation

Often, the test is the last step before delivery. This module allows documentation of the delivery state by means of various camera types.

Option 12: Optical check using cameras

DUTs contain numerous non-electronic components and parts that need to be checked with respect to their presence or model. One quick and simple method is analysis by means of image processing. With this module, varying quantities of different camera types can be integrated into the test equipment.

Option 13: Control technology

This option allow the control of the test equipment by means of commands or data exchange, for instance by means of simple inputs and outputs, PLC, Profibus or Ethernet.

Option 14: Operating box

For simple and flexible operator acknowledgement, we recommend a freely configurable operating box that can be adapted and designed to your requirements.

Option 15: Barcode scanner

Often, a barcode scanner is used for quick and easy recording of a construction order, DUT or other information. Our measuring and test equipment is compatible with all standard barcode scanners.

Option 16: Printer

After a test, the results often need to be documented directly. With this option we supply you with various printers (labels, paper).

Option 17: Touch monitor

The Midi, MidiAdvanced and Maxi test equipment is supplied as standard with a normal screen and a keyboard. On request, the normal screen can be replaced with a touch monitor.

Option 18: Uninterruptible power supply

This option prevents damage caused by uncontrolled shutdown of measuring and test equipment as a result of power failures. The uninterruptible power supply ensures a buffer for correct shutdown of the test station.

Option 19: RFID

You need component identification via RFID? With this option, we include an RFID antenna in our system according to your wishes, so that the DUT can be automatically recognized by our test technology.

Variant 4: Maxi

Maxi test equipment is a classic control cabinet that can be expanded individually with various modules. The test hardware and software can be selected and expanded subsequently for your test piece in line with your requirements and circumstances.

Option 1: Test equipment Valeo ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

This model serves the electronic review by Valeo ultrasonic sensors that are used in the field of automotive bumpers. The measuring equipment provides eight freely configurable measuring channels in a compact housing which means that the device can be used in a versatile manner The Midi-PDC is downwards compatible and supports the Valeo Generation 5, Generation 4 and Generation 3. On request, this can be extended to generation 6.

Option 2: Test equipment Bosch ultrasonic sensors Generation 5 and 6

The test specification of the manufacturer Bosch defines a separate test procedure. We integrate the generation-specific test module into the test system on the hardware and software side.

Option 3: Test equipment for CAN-FD communication

For electronic components with CAN (-FD) interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 4: Test equipment for FlexRay communication

For electronic components with FlexRay interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 5: Test equipment for LIN communication

For electronic components with LIN interface, a pure presence check via current consumption is often not sufficient. In order to differentiate between the sensor variants, to read out the hardware and software version or to log the installed serial number, communication via the sensor-specific bus system is required for these safety-relevant components (e.g. radar sensors). In conjunction with the associated software module, a wide variety of testing tasks can be parameterized and covered.

Option 6: Test equipment for camera communication

Different interfaces, e.g. KOAX, LVDS and Ethernet, are now used for more extensive tests of cameras. Our camera communication modules allow fast integration into overriding test station control systems.

Option 7: Test equipment for presence check of electronic components.

Is a pure presence check of the electronic components sufficient? The presence of the components can be checked with this module.

Option 8: Sensors for presence check of metallic components.

DUT often contain metallic components, e.g. clips or rivets, and the assembly of these parts also needs to be checked. The test equipment can be equipped with inductive sensors using this module.

Option 9: Sensors for presence check of non-metallic components.

The test equipment can be equipped with capacitive sensors to inspect non-metallic components.

Option 10: Sensors for colour recognition

Various types of colour sensors can be used to detect and differentiate painted components. The highest level of flexibility is achieved in combination with a robot.

Option 11: Photo documentation

Often, the test is the last step before delivery. This module allows documentation of the delivery state by means of various camera types.

Option 12: Optical check using cameras

DUTs contain numerous non-electronic components and parts that need to be checked with respect to their presence or model. One quick and simple method is analysis by means of image processing. With this module, varying quantities of different camera types can be integrated into the test equipment.

Option 13: Control technology

This option allow the control of the test equipment by means of commands or data exchange, for instance by means of simple inputs and outputs, PLC, Profibus or Ethernet.

Option 14: 3D scanner static

A static 3D scanner can be used to measure gaps and presence/installation check.

Option 15: Robots 1 (e.g. in a test cell or test line)

Robots are used in our most flexible test stations. These can be equipped with (3D) cameras or scanners and test all features and positions on the DUT.

Option 16: Robots 2 (e.g. in a test cell or test line)

Robots are used in our most flexible test stations. These can be equipped with (3D) cameras or scanners and test all features and positions on the DUT.

Option 17: Camera including coordinated lighting on the robot arm

Our RoboInspector is ideal for optical control of your DUTs. It has a robot-supported camera connection including its own coordinated LED lights or flash light.

Option 18: 2D scanner on robots

Using a 2D scanner is recommended for flexible presence and assembly check, as well as gap measurements across the entire DUT.

Option 19: 3D camera on robots

Using a 3D scanner is recommended for flexible presence and assembly check, as well as gap measurements across the entire DUT.

Option 20: Non-destructive multilayer paint coat thickness measurement

Some DUTs contain several paint layers that must be checked. With this new method, these different layer thicknesses can be measured in the micrometer range without damage.

Option 21: Operating box

For simple and flexible operator acknowledgement, we recommend a freely configurable operating box that can be adapted and designed to your requirements.

Option 22: Barcode scanner

Often, a barcode scanner is used for quick and easy recording of a construction order, DUT or other information. Our measuring and test equipment is compatible with all standard barcode scanners.

Option 23: Printer

After a test, the results often need to be documented directly. With this option we supply you with various printers (labels, paper).

Option 24: Touch monitor

The Midi, MidiAdvanced and Maxi test equipment is supplied as standard with a normal screen and a keyboard. On request, the normal screen can be replaced with a touch monitor.

Option 25: Uninterruptible power supply

This option prevents damage caused by uncontrolled shutdown of measuring and test equipment as a result of power failures. The uninterruptible power supply ensures a buffer for correct shutdown of the test station.

Option 26: RFID

You need component identification via RFID? With this option, we include an RFID antenna in our system according to your wishes, so that the DUT can be automatically recognized by our test technology.