Are you looking for fast, expert solutions for your short-term technical projects? We're here to support your specific needs. Our team of autonomous experts is ready to assist you with a wide range of technical topics.
Industries :
- Energy (Nuclear, O & G)
- Transport (Aeronautics/Aerospace, Automotive, Rail, Naval)
- Health (Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnologies)
- Manufacturing (Food, Packaging)
- Heavy Industries (Chemicals, Metallurgy & Steel, Glass)
Areas of expertise :
- Calculation note,
- Mechanical design,
- Steel work,
- Sheet metal work,
- General installations,
- Electricity
- Instrumentation and automation
Our softwares :
Our Offerings
ACALY LAB stands out for its ability to handle short technical projects quickly and efficiently. Our team of highly skilled experts in a variety of technical fields are capable of handling your problems independently.
Project Management
With their expertise in project management and in-depth understanding of the technical aspects, our project managers ensure that your complex, short-term projects run smoothly. Working closely with our team of technical experts, they ensure seamless coordination, transparent communication, and efficient execution. Their ability to anticipate potential challenges, manage resources optimally and meet tight deadlines makes them priceless assets in ensuring the success of your technical endeavours.
ACALY LAB takes full charge of the entire process, from design to execution, with meticulous attention to detail.
Calculation note
Mechanical structure calculations:
We are involved in determining and validating various forms of mechanical structures, in compliance with regulations and our customers' requirement
- Structural assessment, analysis, validation, and optimisation, in compliance with regulations and customer specifications
- Identification, analysis, validation, and improvement of structures with recommendations to enhance regulatory compliance, while optimising economic and technical aspects.
- Verification under various loads, including permanent loads, operating loads, shock loads, thermal variations, vibrations, and dynamic loads.
- Static, dynamic and fatigue checking.
- Analysis and validation of mechanical components such as rollers, axles, bearings, and drives.
- Analysis and validation of assemblies, particularly bolts and welds.
- Linear static calculations to assess bending and stress.
- Non-linear static calculations to take account of bending, friction, non-linear materials, buckling, tilting and elastoplasticity.
- Dynamic analyses, including vibration analysis, eigenmodal analysis, and pseudo-static and spectral seismic analysis.
# Eurocodes # FEM
Mechanical structure calculations:
We are involved in the analysis and approval of various metal structures, covering a wide range of applications such as industrial, pedestrian, and vehicular walkways, means of access, staircases, landings, equipment structures, signage structures, as well as metal racks and supports.
- Identification and verification of constructions, with reinforcement proposals for solutions that are compliant with regulations, cost-effective and technically optimal.
- Static, seismic, dynamic and fatigue verification in accordance with applicable standards such as EUROCODE, FEM, etc., as well as customer specifications.
- Assessment and application of climatic load conditions such as wind, snow, or earthquake in compliance with EUROCODES and NV65/84 standards.
- Verification under various permanent, operating, wind, snow, earthquake, shock, thermal, vibratory, and dynamic loads.
- Optimising profiles and cross-sections to guarantee optimum performance.
- Validation of stresses linked to work rates.
- Validation of global and local bending in accordance with regulatory standards, particularly with regard to deflections.
- Checking structural stability, including buckling and tilting.
- Determination of load drops for ancillary calculations, in particular those relating to civil engineering.
- Assessment and checking of connections and column feet.
- Determination and checking of handling equipment.
- Modal analysis to determine vibration modes.
Lifting/Handing
We were involved in the analysis and validation of various lifting equipment, lifting beams and handling trolleys, as well as their associated components. Our services include:
- Determination and approval of lifting devices, lifting beams and industrial trucks,
- Determination/validation of Working Load limit (WLL)
- Assessment and inspection of support framework,
- Assessment and inspection of equipment or parts to be lifted,
- Analysis and approval of mechanical components such as rollers, axles, bearings, and drives,
- Analysis and validation of assemblies, including bolts and welds.
- Identification of reinforcement requirements and proposal of economically optimised solutions,
- Static, dynamic and fatigue testing to ensure equipment safety and performance.
Storage equipment
We are involved in the definition and verification of a complete range of storage elements, including tanks, vats, silos, hoppers, cells, and many others.
- Analysis and approval of storage structures, with recommendations to enhance their regulatory, economic, and optimal compliance.
- Assessment and application of climatic load conditions such as wind, snow, or earthquake in compliance with EUROCODES and NV65/84 standards.
- Determination and application of product-related loads, including filling, draining and fluidisation.
- Optimisation of profiles, cross-sections, and sheet thicknesses for maximum performance.
- Validation of stresses linked to work rates.
- Validation of global and local bendings in accordance with regulations, including deflections.
- Checking structural stability, including buckling and tilting.
- Determination of load drops for related calculations, including those related to civil engineering.
- Assessment and checking of connections and column feet.
- Assessment and checking of handling equipment associated with the construction.
- Assessment and verification of ancillary equipment such as walkways and staircases.
# Eurocodes # FEM
Piping and pressure equipment calculation
- Calculation of network flexibility in accordance with ASME B31.3, CODETI, EN13480 and RCCM codes
- Definition and sizing of supports (anchoring, support, sliding, etc.),
- Definition and sizing of compensators and spring boxes,
- Definition and sizing of pressure equipment (CODAP, ASME, EN13445): tanks, columns, reservoirs, dust collectors, exchangers, etc.
- Determination and application of loadings such as the weight of the pipe and its contents, insulation, temperature, pressure/vacuum, displacements (building, equipment, supports, ship, etc.), background effects, water hammer and dynamic loads,
- Determination and application of climatic loads such as wind, snow, or earthquake (EUROCODES, NV65/84, UBC),
- Definition and sizing of piping: thicknesses, flanges, elbows, tapping,
- Determination and optimisation of loads on equipment (API, NEMA),
- Determining load drops for the load-bearing structure,
- Definition and sizing of structures, framework, and rack
- Determination of load losses,
#ASME B31.3 #CODETI #EN13480 #RCCM #API #NEMA #CODAP #EN13445 #ASME VIII #ASME I #DESP #EUROCODES
On-board equipment
We are involved in determining and checking on-board structures:
- Underframe equipment,
- Equipment structure assemblies: electrical panels, on-board appliances, and equipment,
- Structure and equipment supports (seats, passenger folding seats, handrails, luggage compartments),
- Determining and checking assemblies: determining thicknesses, bolt dimensions, grades and tightening torques,
- Fatigue testing of structures,
- Modal analysis and determination of eigenmodes,
- Determining reinforcements and proposing technically and economically optimised solutions;
#EN 12,663 #NF E 25-030 #EN 1993-1-9 #UIC 566
Electrical calculations
In accordance with the codes and directives in force, we can carry out:
- Power balances,
- Short-circuit current,
- Voltage drop,
- Cable sizing,
- Illuminance studies and lighting installation,
#ATEX 94/9CE et 1999/92CE #C.E.M 2004/108/CE #NFC 13,100 13,200 15,100 18,100 #EDF ZNI #ISA 5.1 # 1999/92/CE Safety
Mechanical Design
Our mechanical engineering department offers unrivalled expertise in the design, modelling and implementation of technical projects involving a variety of materials, including steels, plastics, and composite materials.
We are proud to offer a complete range of services, from pre-project to final technical documentation.
- Assistance with the viability of your projects,
- Advanced functional analysis,
- Prototyping,
- Industrialisation studies,
- Production and modification of mechanical systems, special machines, and production tools
- 3D models,
- 2D manufacturing drawings,
- Detailed execution drawings,
- Exploded drawings, assembly instructions, assembly drawings
- Bill of materials (material supply, cut-out, assembly, machine part or component, hardware list),
- Dimensions statement and drawing,
- Manufacturing files,
- Calculation note,
- Technical writing, producing exhaustive technical manuals for your products and projects.
#Special machine design #Prototyping #Technical writing (technical manuals) #Special tooling
Steel Work
We cover the entire process, from pre-project to completion, offering you a full range of services:
- Full Pre-Projects: We draw up detailed specifications, precise plans, and rigorous quantity surveys, and bring your ideas to life using 3D modelling.
- Feasibility studies: We assess the feasibility of your project to ensure that your objectives are realistically met
- Projects: We turn your concepts into concrete projects, drawing up detailed layout and execution plans.
- On-site measurements: Our teams are ready to go on site to carry out precise measurements and ensure perfect integration into the existing environment.
- Complex calculations: Our expertise includes static, dynamic and seismic calculations, as well as compliance with Eurocodes standards, to guarantee the safety and stability of your steel structures.
- Advanced Modelling: We use 3D modelling and BIM integration to create state-of-the-art digital models, enabling realistic visualisation and efficient project management.
- Full Bills of Materials: We offer support on raw material sourcing, cut-offs, assemblies, bolting and much more.
- Layout and execution drawings.
#Steel construction projects #Industrial buildings #Machine supports #Piping racks #Building carpentry (platforms, walkways, floors, overhead travelling cranes, etc.)
Sheet metal work
We are involved in the design and implementation of steelwork projects, and can manage every stage of the process:
- Pre-Projects and Projects: From the initial design phase through to actual projects, we're here to bring your sheet metal work ideas to life.
- 3D modelling: We use state-of-the-art tools to create complete 3D models from your overall drawings, giving you an accurate visualisation of your project.
- Complete Manufacturing Files: We manage all aspects of the manufacturing file, including cut-offs, assemblies, and CNC files, ensuring accurate execution.
- Complete bills of materials: raw materials, cut-outs, assemblies, and hardware.
- Sheet metal work calculations: We carry out precise sheet metal work calculations to ensure the safety and conformity of each structure.
- On-site measurements and 3D scanning: Our teams can go on site to carry out precise measurements, and we have the capacity to carry out measurements via 3D scanning to ensure perfect integration.
- Execution drawings: We draw up detailed execution drawings to ensure smooth implementation.
#Form chutes, #Hoppers, #Tanks, #Pressure vessels, #Skids, #Industrial ovens, #Paint lines, #Incinerators, etc...
General installations
We offer a wide range of services to ensure the success of every project:
- Pre-project: We produce detailed pre-projects, complete with working drawings, to give you a clear vision of your project,
- Complete study: From feasibility assessment to detailed design, we provide a complete study, including calculations, 3D modelling and the creation of manufacturing files,
- Calculation notes: We carry out rigorous calculations to ensure the reliability and safety of your installations,
- Revamping: Our expertise in revamping enables us to optimise your existing installations to improve their efficiency and durability,
- Feasibility studies: We assess the feasibility of your projects to ensure their viability,
- General installations: We take complete charge of the installation process, from planning to implementation,
- 3D Modelling and Isometrics: We use state-of-the-art tools to create 3D models and isometrics for accurate visualisation.
- Overall drawings and location plans: We produce 2D or 3D location plans and overall drawings for a clear overview.
- 3D models and dimensional surveys: We create 3D models and take precise measurements to ensure perfect integration.
- 3D scanner surveying possibility: We use 3D scanner technology for even more accurate surveying.
- Updating of drawings on an as-needed basis following modification or maintenance work.
#PID and UID diagrams #Mass plans #Location plans #Framework plans #Piping plans
#isometric drawings #technical documentation #executed works file, "as-built" drawings
Electricity MV/LV
We offer a wide range of services, including:
- Complete study: We carry out complete studies, calculation notes and 3D models to ensure the accuracy and reliability of every aspect of your electrical installations,
- MV/LV Installation Design: We design high-voltage, low-voltage, and extra-low-voltage electrical installations, ensuring optimum electrical distribution,
- Reliability studies: We carry out in-depth reliability studies to ensure the smooth operation of your electrical installations,
- Loop and connection diagrams and wiring: We draw up loop and connection diagrams for efficient management of your electrical networks,
- Assembly and electrical diagrams: We produce detailed assembly and electrical diagrams for accurate installation,
- Equipment room layout: We design equipment room layouts to suit your needs,
- Switchboards and cabinets: We design switchboards and cabinets for electrical distribution and processes,
- Routing, siting, and layout plans: We produce detailed plans for cable routing, equipment siting and the layout of electrical installations,
- Executed Works File (EWF): We draw up complete EWFs for your electrical projects.
- Updating occasional plans following modification or maintenance work,
- Equipment procurement and supplier tendering: We manage equipment procurement, analyse your needs, draw up your specifications, contact suppliers and draw up technical and financial comparisons based on tenders to ensure that you choose the most suitable equipment,
- BIM integration: We provide technical monitoring of your worksites and BIM integration for efficient management.
Instrumentation & Automation
Our engineering department is your partner for complete solutions, from design to commissioning, including in-depth analysis of your systems. We offer a wide range of services, including:
- Machine Diagnostics: We carry out in-depth diagnostics of your machines to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Feasibility Study: We assess the feasibility of your projects to ensure they are carried out effectively.
- Functional and Organisational Analysis: We carry out an in-depth analysis of the functionality and structure of your automated systems.
- Solution Design and Development: We design bespoke solutions to meet your specific automation needs.
- Automation and Monitoring: We implement automation and monitoring systems to optimise your industrial processes.
- Commissioning Assistance: We help you commission your equipment to ensure a smooth start-up.
- Axis system management and speed variation: We manage axis systems and optimise speed variation for maximum performance.
- Industrial Networks and PLC Architecture: We set up robust industrial networks and PLC architectures for efficient communication.
- Troubleshooting and maintenance: We ensure the troubleshooting and maintenance of your installations for continuous availability.
- Study and Improvement of Automated Systems: We analyse your existing automated systems and propose improvements to optimise their operation.
- Machine Safety Compliance: We ensure that your machines are safety-compliant to guarantee the safety of your personnel.
- Systems migration: We migrate obsolete systems to modern, high-performance solutions.
- Industrial IT and Revenue Management: We integrate industrial IT and manage revenue for efficient production management.
#ABB #SIEMENS #ROCKWELL AUTOMATION #ALLEN BRADLEY #OMRON #SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC #STAUBLI #MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC #FANUC ROBOTIC #UNITY PRO
3D Scan
We offer a full range of services to meet your specific needs:
- On-site 3D scanning: We carry out 3D scanning directly on site, for accurate and complete data acquisition.
- Point Cloud Processing: We process captured point clouds to obtain high-quality data.
- Modelling and Integration: We use the scan data to create detailed 3D models and integrate them into digital models.
- As-Built Re-Engineering: We carry out as-built surveys to accurately document existing structures.
- Topographic Surveys: We carry out high-precision topographic surveys for mapping and planning purposes.
- Factory Layout Surveys: We carry out factory layout surveys to optimise space and workflows.
- Virtual Tours: We create immersive virtual tours to help you better understand your projects.
#GENERAL INSTALLATION #INDUSTRIAL SHEET METAL WORK #METAL CONSTRUCTION #MECHANICAL ASSEMBLY #PRODUCTION LINES #INDUSTRIAL SITES