Lacon Electronic is one of the leading EMS providers and original design manufacturers in Germany and throughout Europe. We support our customers with many years of expertise and individual advice.
Device and system construction is, so to speak, the supreme discipline of an electronics service provider. This is where all production areas come together and are assembled, tested and optimized to create a ready-to-use device.
Our Equipment and System Construction division consists of experts in professional equipment, system construction and the production of industrial units across the entire supply chain.
The integrated management system is certified in accordance with EN ISO 9001:2015 and includes quality assurance, corporate governance, environmental and energy requirements. This has enabled us to guarantee the consistently high quality of our products and services for decades. The satisfaction of our customers shows us that we are on the right track.
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As an Original Design Manufacturer, we manufacture our products with the utmost precision. We also support our customers in device and system construction as well as in drive technology along the entire value chain.
Nowadays, modern industrial companies focus on sustainable value creation and usually consistently utilize the full potential of their core business. For cost reasons, it is almost always cheaper to outsource relevant assemblies to several EMS service providers. This offers flexibility, product optimization, speed and - in the case of our experts in device construction - that certain something in the documentation. You will be amazed!
For decades, we have been manufacturing for a wide range of industries: from “A” for automation to railroad technology, medical technology, aviation and defense technology, mobility, mechanical engineering, robotics and “Z” for the supply industry. We implement the delivery of individual components as well as internal industry applications for our customers - regardless of whether components are provided directly by the customer or by us via internal project planning.
Complete appliances and system construction
Our services in device/system construction
- Final assembly of components into complete appliances
- Delivery logistics along the entire value chain
- Conception, development, design and manufacture of products
- Design of processes, parts procurement and distribution of devices and systems
- Highest quality
- Life cycle management
- International logistics
As an Original Design Manufacturing Partner, we are not only experts in individual components, cable assembly, device construction and PCB assembly. Our engineers also have extensive system expertise in all areas of electronics.
This is precisely why we are able to produce the electric motors of the future: External rotor permanent magnet synchronous motors.
What is electric drive technology?
Electric drive technology is an effective and quickly realisable way of significantly reducing the energy consumption of machines and systems. This is because electric motors are efficient and offer enormous opportunities for saving energy. These motors also have speed control, which can optimise many processes in systems and individual machines in the long term.
These are direct drives that are among the most energy-efficient drives on the entire market. The advantages of these green-tech motors are: high torque, low weight, small construction volume, quiet running and long service life. This is why they are being used more and more frequently in industrial systems and machines. External rotor permanent magnet synchronous motors are also often the first choice for mobile applications. This is because, in addition to high torque with a small size and low weight, efficient utilisation of the energy supply is particularly important here.
The magnets of external rotor motors rotate around the stator coils in the form of a cylinder - in contrast to the classic internal rotor motor, in which the magnets rotate on the inside of the coils. With external rotor motors of the same size, the area of the magnetic field between the rotor and stator is significantly larger. This means that significantly more electromechanical force can be generated. Furthermore, the lever arm is visibly longer in external rotor motors because the magnetic field is generated further away from the axis of rotation. This is why external rotor motors achieve a significantly higher torque than internal rotor motors with the same construction volume.
According to the current state of the art, external rotor permanent magnet synchronous motors are the most energy-efficient electric drives - but they require maximum precision during production and assembly. This is the only way to ensure high efficiency with high reliability over a long service life.
The assembly of modules and devices refers to the process in which individual components are joined together to form functional modules or end devices. This process can include various steps and activities, depending on the complexity of the product and the specific requirements. Here are typical elements that go into the assembly of modules and devices:
- Material preparation: Procurement and provision of the required materials, including components, printed circuit boards, housings and connecting elements.
- PCB assembly: Placement and soldering of electronic components on PCBs according to design specifications.
- Enclosure assembly: Assembly of external enclosure parts, including integration of displays, buttons, connectors and other external components.
- Wiring and connection: Wiring of internal components according to wiring diagrams and connection of electronic assemblies.
- Integration of sensors and actuators: Installation and integration of sensors, actuators or other specific components required for the functionality of the device.
- Testing and quality control: Performing tests to ensure that all components function properly and checking product quality.
- Firmware and software integration: Installation and integration of firmware and software, if required, to support the functionality of the device.
- Calibration and fine-tuning: Calibration of sensors or other components to ensure that the device provides correct readings.
- Documentation: Preparation of technical documentation, including assembly instructions, test protocols and other relevant documentation.
- Packaging and shipping: Packaging of finished assemblies or devices for safe transport and shipment to customers or end users.
The assembly of modules and devices is a crucial step in the production chain and requires careful planning, precision and quality control to ensure that the end products meet the required standards.
Device and system construction is an area of the manufacturing industry that specialises in the development and manufacture of electronic devices and complex systems. The speciality of device and system construction lies in several aspects:
- Integration of hardware and software: In device and system construction, both hardware and software components must be carefully integrated. This requires close co-operation between electronics engineers and software developers.
- Complex system architecture: Products in device and system construction are often complex systems with various sub-assemblies and functionalities. The design of the system architecture requires a deep understanding of the requirements and careful planning.
- Customisation for specific applications: Devices and systems are often developed for specific applications or industries. This requires a customised design to meet the specific requirements and standards.
- Consideration of environmental and safety standards: Many devices and systems must fulfil environmental and safety standards. This can include aspects such as electrical safety, EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) or environmental compatibility.
- Quality control and reliability: Products in appliance and system construction often have to meet the highest quality standards, especially if they are used in safety-critical or demanding environments. The focus is on the reliability and durability of the products.
- Combination of different technologies: Device and system construction may require the combination of different technologies, from mechanical elements to electronics and the integration of wireless communication standards.
- Life cycle management: Products in device and system construction often have a long life cycle. Therefore, the management of product design changes, spare parts and software updates is crucial.
- User-friendliness and design: User-friendliness plays an important role in device and system construction. The design must not only be functional, but also user-friendly in order to promote acceptance by end users.
These special challenges and requirements make appliance and system construction a demanding area of the manufacturing industry that requires close co-operation between engineers, designers and other specialists.
There are several important aspects that should be considered when evaluating quality features in appliance and system construction. Here are some key quality features to look out for:
- Product design and construction:
Functional and ergonomic design.
Robust construction for durability. - Manufacturing quality:
Precise manufacturing and quality control. - Material quality:
Use of high-quality materials.
Material tests for practicality. - Electrical safety:
Compliance with safety standards.
Insulation and earthing systems. - EMC (electromagnetic compatibility):
Compliance with EMC standards.
Minimisation of electromagnetic interference. - Quality control and test procedures:
Effective quality control and functional testing. - Environmental compatibility:
Use of environmentally friendly materials.
Compliance with environmental standards. - Software quality:
Reliable software integration.
Robust software architecture. - Durability and reliability:
Longevity over the life cycle.
Reliable performance under normal and extreme conditions. - User-friendliness and ergonomics:
User-friendly interfaces.
Ergonomic product design. - Documentation and support:
Clear technical documentation.
Customer support and maintenance services.
The exact meaning of these quality characteristics may vary depending on the type of device or system. It is important to consider the specific requirements and standards of your industry and application.
External rotor motors have specific features: for example, the magnets rotate around the stator coils in the form of a cylinder - in contrast to the classic internal rotor motor, in which the magnets rotate on the inside of the coils. In external rotor motors, the area of the magnetic field between the rotor and stator is significantly larger for the same size. In this way, the generation of electromechanical force can be increased. The magnetic field is generated further away from the axis of rotation, which is why the length of the lever arm is longer than average for external rotor motors. And external rotor motors generate a significantly higher torque than internal rotor motors for the same size.
External rotor permanent magnet synchronous motors are direct drives and extremely energy-efficient. These green-tech motors are characterised by their high torque, low weight, small size, quiet running and long service life. For these reasons, they are often installed in industrial systems and machines. External rotor permanent magnet synchronous motors are also often used in mobile applications, as the focus here is on efficient utilisation of the energy supply - in addition to high torque with a small size and low weight.
