Continuous Motion Machine (CMM)
Industrial
Project details
Designed and built a custom continuous motion machine capable of assembling toothpaste caps at a rate of 200 parts per minute.
NovaTech
Solve your toughest engineering and manufacturing challenges
About the firm
NovaTech provides professional design, engineering, manufacturing, and testing services for nuclear, industrial, and defense organizations. Operating from a 25,000-square-foot facility in Lynchburg, Virginia, the practice was founded in 1994 and features a 15-engineer team specializing in mechanical analysis, thermal analysis, machine design, structural design, and modeling and simulation.
- Established
- 1994
- Team
- Small
- Firm type
- Mechanical Engineering · Industrial Engineering · Defense Engineering · Simulation Engineering · Materials Testing · Automation & Controls
Credentials
ISO 9001:2015
Capabilities
Engineering & Design
Custom mechanical design, thermal analysis, structural design, and programming services for demanding environments.
- Mechanical Design & Analysis
Analysis of mechanical stress and performance under varied load conditions.
- Structural & Thermal Analysis
Advanced verification of structures and heat transfer properties.
- Machine & Tooling Design
Development of specialized manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and machinery.
- Research & Development
Innovation in nuclear and industrial technologies including advanced reactor concepts.
Precision Manufacturing
High-precision component manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly utilizing advanced in-house capabilities and subcontractor management.
- Precision Machining
CNC turning and milling to tightly toleranced specifications.
- Welding & Fabrication
Heavy structural and precision component welding and assembly.
- Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing
Advanced manufacturing solutions for complex geometries and combined structures.
- Shaped Charge Liners & EFPs
Proprietary development and volume production of critical defense components.
Modeling & Simulation
Strategic design optimization and structural analysis using cutting-edge simulation software.
- ANSYS & LS-DYNA Simulation
Non-linear dynamic and thermal finite element analysis.
Automation & Control Systems
Development of custom automated machinery, robotic integration, and production line optimization.
- Custom Automation Systems
Complete turnkey machine design and build for specialized manufacturing processes.
- Robotic Cells
Integration of multi-axis robots with machine vision and specialized tooling.
- Ergonomic Process Design
Optimizing workflows and equipment interface to improve workplace safety.
- Efficiency Analysis & Optimization
Streamlining manufacturing operations to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
Program Management & Quality Assurance
Comprehensive program administration, supply chain logistics, and rigorous compliance checks.
- Quality Management Systems
Quality planning and inspection routines under registered standards.
- Supply Chain Management
Sourcing and oversight of trusted subcontractor operations.
- Product Qualification & Inspection
Verification using advanced Coordinate Measuring Machines and physical testing.
Industries
Defense · Nuclear · Industrial · Manufacturing · Aerospace · Automotive · Robotics · Automation & Controls · Research Facilities
Projects
Automated Press-Loading Machine
Industrial
Project details
Developed a two-axis press loader system utilizing magnetics and high-speed linear rails to safely and efficiently load blanks into a press, increasing productivity by 33 percent.
Robotic Cell for LED Fixtures
Industrial
Project details
Designed and integrated a robotic cell equipped with machine vision, an automatic screwdriver, and a bowl feeder to locate threaded holes and install screws to the proper torque. The system increased production rates by 25 percent.
Daimler Truck North America Automated System
Automotive · Client: Daimler Truck North America
Project details
Commissioned to design and build an automated system to denest rails from shipping and move them to the assembly line, reducing downtime by 90 percent and eliminating ergonomic strain.