Our Approach
Our vertically integrated process ensures that every heat exchange solution is designed with a focus on scalable serial production.
Our Process
At Conflux, our proprietary technology and expertise in additive manufacturing (AM) enable us to push the boundaries of heat exchanger design and performance. From initial concept through production, our integrated approach ensures optimized thermal solutions for the most demanding applications.
We begin by evaluating whether an additive manufacturing heat exchanger (AM HX) will meet your thermal performance needs. Through a rough design and preliminary simulation, we provide insights into the potential success of integrating the heat exchanger into your platform, helping you make an informed decision before committing to full-scale development.
2. Proof of ConceptWe create a working design backed by detailed simulations and deliver a physical part. We also offer recommendations for testing the prototype to ensure it meets your operational needs. If required, we adjust the quantity of parts to suit the needs of your project.
3. Optimisation and VerificationWe work closely with you to refine the heat exchanger design, focusing on how it will seamlessly integrate with your platform. This iterative process includes performance optimisation and operational testing to ensure the part functions as intended in real-world conditions. The goal is to achieve final design approval through collaborative, hands-on development.
4. QualificationWe ensure your heat exchanger meets industry qualification standards, including those related to our additive manufacturing processes. This phase focuses on producing a functional part and verifying the manufacturing process, with all requirements typically driven by your specific industry standards, ensuring readiness for production.
Production Strategy
At every stage of development, we continuously assess and refine our approach to ensure a smooth transition to production. This includes proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks, such as supply chain challenges, to support seamless scaling. Our focus is on achieving a production-ready solution that meets your specific needs, while maintaining flexibility to adapt to supply chain diversity and ensure long-term reliability.
Design for Serial Additive Manufacturing
- First Principles Design
- Topology Optimisation
- Consolidation of components
Thermal and Material Analysis
- Computation Fluid Dynamics
- Finite Element Analysis
- First Principles Analysis
Serial Production
- Additive Manufacturing
- Post Processing
- Quality Control
Customers
Conflux is a global leader in the design, prototype, test and manufacture of heat transfer technology for customers in the space, aviation, automotive, defence and industrial industries.
Testimonial
We at AMCM are impressed with the performance of the heat exchanger. It keeps the temperature of the argon gas at a very constant level, which not only increases the quality of the components, but also benefits the overall thermal management and performance of the M4K. The pressure drop was even lower than we expected, which is impressive considering the compact design.
AMCM System DeveloperFrequently Asked Questions
What is the lead time for producing AM heat exchangers?
What is the lead time for producing AM heat exchangers?Lead times can vary by design complexity. Conflux typically provides a POC 8-12 weeks from project commencement.
What kind of order volume can you manufacture?
What kind of order volume can you manufacture?We can accommodate production needs ranging from small batches to mid-volume manufacturing.
How do you integrate customer feedback throughout the process?
How do you integrate customer feedback throughout the process?Customer feedback is considered at each stage, particularly after proof of concept and during optimization, ensuring the design meets client-specific needs.
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