Faster prototype production of burst disks

Bormann & Neupert by BS&B

Bormann & Neupert by BS&B

Rapid technological advancement and shortened product development cycles pose increasing time-related challenges for manufacturers and suppliers. Bormann & Neupert by BS&B has now further systematized the quick provision of project-specific rupture disc prototypes. The provider of industrial safety technology and pressure relief devices has structurally optimized the internal development process. This aims to better meet the growing demands of OEMs, for example in the automotive, aerospace, or chemical and process engineering sectors worldwide, and to support them in bringing precisely tailored products to market early.

Very Short Path to Series Production

Rupture discs protect against dangers from critical overpressure of gases, liquids, or steam as a pressure relief device. "Often, these important, safety-related components are considered very late in the overall product development process, when other design parameters are already fixed," explains Kenan Muratagic, Market Development Manager Europe for BS&B-Custom Engineered Products (CEP), sharing his experiences. "At that point, solutions are needed within the shortest possible time that fit precisely and are absolutely reliable."

To meet this need, the interdisciplinary Prototype Introduction Team – short PIT – was established, which consolidates, seamlessly coordinates, and implements all aspects of prototype development. Experts from sales, engineering, manufacturing, and quality control work together on the technically optimal solution. "All specialists in the team are perfectly coordinated to deliver maximum efficiency without compromises on quality or performance – similar to a boxing crew in motorsport," adds Geof Brazier, International Managing Director of the CEP division at BS&B.

By utilizing current manufacturing technologies such as 3D printing, PIT can further significantly reduce the time required to produce prototypes. "Approximately two-thirds of our prototypes now move on to the next development stage," Brazier concludes positively. "Many are directly transitioned into series production."

Innovation for E-Mobility

An successful application field for PIT is, among others, pressure safety management for battery packs in electric mobility: Engineers develop customized rupture discs for individual cells here. Clients particularly benefit from the combination of high design flexibility with highly precise burst pressures. "An individual adaptation is possible for each application. For example, the right interface for an installation situation – whether threaded, clamped, adhesive connections, or for welding in," explains Brazier. In addition to high reliability and significantly above-average product lifespan, the maintenance-free rupture discs from Bormann & Neupert by BS&B are also characterized by low assembly and operating costs.