Sampro GmbH
Sampro GmbH provides advanced simulation and engineering solutions for friction welding processes, specializing in predictive finite element software and customized process development.
About
Sampro GmbH is a German company based in Magdeburg focused on simulative analysis of manufacturing processes, with a special emphasis on friction welding. The company develops innovative simulation tools—most notably virtua RFW, the world's first predictive simulation software for rotary friction welding (RFW) and related processes. Sampro GmbH combines advanced multiphysics modeling (covering plastic deformation, heat flow, friction, microstructural transformation, diffusion, and mass transport) with deep expertise in engineering, facilitating technology transfer from academic research to industry. It offers both exclusive consulting services and software products available under flexible licensing for industrial and research clients. The company collaborates closely with universities, has extensive experience in structural/process simulation, software development, optimization, and materials engineering, and plays an active role in research projects and technology symposia.
Products & Services
- virtua RFW simulation software for rotary friction welding (predictive FEM tool)
- Process engineering services for friction welding
- Custom software development for numerical analysis and engineering
- Material parameter acquisition and testing (with ATLAS cluster)
- Training and onboarding for friction welding simulation
- Consulting (simulation-aided process design and optimization)
- Licensing of virtua RFW (rental and perpetual options)
- Batch and console mode simulation jobs
- Simulation-supported material characterization
- Development, simulation, and optimization of friction welding processes (rotary, linear, stir spot, friction element welding)
Use Cases & Case Studies
- Joint geometry design optimization for friction welding
- Process parameter optimization and predictive quality assurance
- Material parameter acquisition and validation
- Residual stress estimation in welded components
- Hybrid material connection development (e.g., Al/Fe, Mg/Fe)
- Simulation of clamping and heat dissipation for welding set-ups
- Case studies with industrial components (automotive shafts, pistons, gear wheels, etc.)
- Supporting FMEA and process capability analysis
Partnerships & Collaborations
- Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg
- IFA Technologies GmbH
- Delta Sigma Analytics GmbH
- Nordmetall GmbH
- Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen
- Audi AG
- IFA Group
- Raiser GmbH
- Thyssenkrupp
- Research consortia (e.g., 'HyLight', 'ATLAS')
Awards & Recognition
- Hugo Junkers Prize 2016, 2nd prize for Innovative Projects in Applied Research
- Raiser Innovation Award 2015, 2nd place (simulation of friction welding process)
- IHK Magdeburg Research Prize 2015 (for holistic approach to rotary friction welding simulation)
- Faculty Best Doctoral Student Award 2016, Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg