AB Dynamics’ Suspension Parameter Measurement Machine (SPMM) is used extensively by global vehicle manufacturers, vehicle standards test houses and tier-one component suppliers for the measurement of vehicle kinematics and compliance (K&C) data as part of progressive R&D and for production quality control. The SPMM is a 19-axis motion controlled machine that makes precise measurements of vehicle body and component deflections whilst loading the vehicle. It delivers a complete and faithful simulation of on-road vehicle behaviour and includes a comprehensive range of upgrades and options including Vision Systems, Moment of Inertia (MIMS) and Centre of Gravity (C of G) measurement capability. Heason Technology - the designer, manufacturer and distributor of world-class motion solutions – is a long-term support and supply partner for motion control components specified by Bradford on Avon based AB Dynamics. The next-generation SPMM, which has unrivalled measurement accuracy and improved performance utilises the Heason supplied AKD-N series EtherCAT-enabled decentralised servo drives from its distribution partner Kollmorgen. This has significantly improved the SPMM’s control system design by allowing a more distributed and modular design approach to be adopted. This has greatly reduced the hardware used in the system and the number of cables running from the SPMM to the control cabinet.

Ansible Motion is a leading global designer and manufacturer of advanced Driver-in-the-Loop (DIL) simulators. With a company heritage closely associated with the motorsports industry but nowadays also serving major road car and speciality vehicle manufacturers, its DIL solutions are available in a variety of form factors from test bench models with steering force feedback to highly dynamic 6 degree of freedom (6-DOF) simulators combining software, mechatronics, video and audio for a truly immersive multi-sensory experience.

range motion solution with PLC: Kollmorgen’s PCMM provides high performance multi-axis motion and machine control with EtherCAT

SystemWare Europe is a highly regarded systems integrator specialising in the global security and military communications sector. One of its many capabilities involves the supply and comprehensive support of line of sight/beyond line of sight secure communications requiring the integration of innovative antenna systems with highly accurate directional azimuth/elevation positioning equipment.

• Unified development platform with Gold series drives and EAS II Tools software for fast, cost effective and straightforward machine development