Advanced Manufacturing & Precision Engineering

Revolutionising Dosage Units: Abrasive Engineering (AE)’s Journey to Market Expansion with Microwave Sensing Technology

To meet the growing demands of advanced manufacturing (AM) and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors, AE has embarked on a mission to enhance its microwave dosage units. Previously reliant on non-customisable sensors, AE faced limitations in expanding into new markets like ceramic peening and power dosing. Through a GAP project with A*STAR, AE is now developing a custom microwave sensor that provides full control, enabling greater versatility and precision for diverse applications.

The objectives

Developing a Cost-Effective Sensing Solution

This project aims to create a low-cost, integrable microwave sensing module tailored specifically for AE’s microwave media dosage units. By focusing on affordability and seamless integration, the project ensures that the new sensor meets AE’s product and market demands without compromising on quality.

Small and Customisable Design

The microwave sensing module is designed to be compact and customisable, allowing AE to adapt the technology to various operational needs. This flexibility enables AE to meet the specific requirements of advanced applications and emerging markets, opening up new possibilities for growth.

Enhanced Control for Precision

With the new sensing module, AE can achieve precise control of non-magnetic media flow, thereby optimising the performance of their microwave dosage units. This enhanced precision enables AE to venture into new markets, such as ceramic peening and additive manufacturing, where precise control is essential.

The impact

The development of a custom microwave sensing module has empowered AE to replace commercially available sensors with a tailored solution, enhancing control and flexibility for their dosage units. This new capability not only allows AE to expand into new markets, such as advanced manufacturing (AM) and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), but also strengthens its position as a high-tech and knowledge-driven small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) in the precision engineering sector.

By implementing this innovative technology, AE is poised to become a leader in the regional market, with potential for expansion into the global manufacturing industry. The custom sensor offers AE the ability to provide precise, adaptable solutions, which supports the company’s growth ambitions and paves the way for further advancements in precision engineering.