ESS Engineering Software Steyr GmbH has been a pioneer in the automotive industry since 2015, specializing in sustainable software solutions. Our mission is to revolutionize automotive manufacturing by optimizing energy and material consumption while minimizing environmental impact. With cutting-edge simulations and compliance with global sustainability standards, we are proud to lead the way toward a greener future.
Our software is designed to deliver impactful sustainability results across the automotive value chain. By reducing CO2 emissions, energy consumption, and material waste, ESS actively contributes to global sustainability efforts, including SDGs 9, 12, and 13.
We drive innovation in the automotive industry by delivering innovative software that reduces energy use, minimizes material waste, and enhances production efficiency. Our advanced technologies, like GPU-driven simulations, empower the automotive industry to adopt eco-friendly practices while maintaining competitiveness.
ESS enables responsible manufacturing by reducing material use (4 kg per prototype) and energy consumption (100 kWh per car body). Our solutions promote waste reduction and resource efficiency while fostering sustainability across the supply chain through training and compliance programs.
ESS helps manufacturers cut CO2 emissions by 17,000 tons annually for 300,000 vehicles—equivalent to 19 global flights of an airliner. Our energy-efficient technologies and material optimization actively combat climate change and advance a low-carbon future.
A specialized simulation tool for dip painting processes, addressing key challenges such as air bubble formation and liquid carryover.
Features:
- Ability to import air bubble results to analyze their impact on coating quality
- Automatic identification and highlighting of critical regions for targeted improvements
Influence on Production:
- Enhances process reliability by identifying coating issues early
- Improves coating uniformity, reducing defects and rework
Recent improvements*:
- 12% decrease in Power Consumption Rate (PCR)
- 25% reduction in simulation time
- 34% reduction in overall power consumption
A comprehensive simulation tool for the top coating process, enabling precise control of material application and environmental factors.
Features:
- Outputs include paint thickness, material transfer efficiency, air flow field, electrostatic potential, and paint droplet patterns
- Full simulation of paint droplet motion to thickness accumulation, ensuring complete process control
- Cloud-based access eliminates the need for heavy infrastructure investments
Influence on Production:
- Optimizes material usage and reduces waste, enhancing cost efficiency
- Ensures uniform coating application, improving product quality and durability
Recent improvements:
40% reduction in overall power consumption
An advanced simulation tool that optimizes the heating process in automotive ovens to ensure uniform baking of all components.
Features:
- Simulates heat distribution for precise temperature control
- Provides insights to minimize energy usage while achieving uniform baking results
Influence on Production:
- Reduces defects caused by uneven heating, enhancing production quality
- Lowers energy costs, contributing to sustainable manufacturing practices
Recent improvements*:
- 25% reduction in simulation time
- 38% decrease in Power Consumption Rate (PCR)
- 45% reduction in overall power consumption
The only CFD tool in the world specifically customized for the E-coating process in automotive paint shops, designed for ease of use by non-CFD experts.
Features:
- Predicts air bubble locations that cause non- and badly painted areas
- Detects and quantifies liquid carryover and paint puddles to minimize waste
- Compares and evaluates process parameters to optimize paint quality
Influence on Production:
- Improves the quality of paint applied to assemblies and sub-assemblies
- Reduces waste and bottlenecks, enhancing production efficiency
Recent improvements*:
- 30% reduction in simulation time
- 20% decrease in Power Consumption Rate (PCR)
- 44% reduction in overall power consumption
ESS integrates sustainability at every level of our operations. Through energy-efficient software, compliance with TISAX standards, and proactive collaboration with stakeholders, we ensure continuous innovation in sustainable practices.
