Solutions

With this project, NOFFZ implemented a highly automated end-of-line test solution for series production. Through consistent parallelization, innovative robotics, and optimized handling, cycle times of around 10 seconds are achieved—despite individual test durations of several minutes. The solution ensures high throughput, stable processes, and complete traceability.

Highlights:

• Parallel testing: High throughput despite long individual test times
• Quattro gripper robotics: Synchronized handling of multiple DUTs
• No empty movement: Maximum efficiency through optimized motion sequences
• Laser marking: Clear and permanent traceability

With this project, NOFFZ successfully delivered a highly automated end-of-line and board-level test solution for Nidec Elesys Europe. The system combines autonomous tray logistics, robot-assisted handling, fast parallel testing, full SAP traceability and flexible operating modes. As a result, the solution not only meets the customer’s ambitious throughput and autonomy targets, but also significantly exceeds them and sets a new benchmark for high-volume testing of automotive electronics.

Project highlights:

• ATSU (Autonomous Tray Stacker Unit ) module enables uninterrupted material flow with
  minimal operator effort.
• Ultra‑Fast Cycle Time: < 6 seconds per DUT through synchronized automation and parallel
  testing.
• Robotic Handling: Continuous pick‑and‑place process for stable, high‑speed production.
• Fully automated or safe manual mode ensuring maximum uptime.
• SAP integration with real‑time device tracking and box assignment.

The UTP 9011 project for a U.S.-based premium electric vehicle manufacturer, required the global deployment of four board-level testers for infotainment and connected car applications — all within an exceptionally short lead time of just 10 weeks. This challenge demanded seamless coordination across continents, from design to final on-site installation.

This project demonstrates the power of NOFFZ’s global engineering and manufacturing network.

Highlights:

• Global teamwork across four countries – US, Germany, Serbia, China
• Four testers deployed worldwide within only 10 weeks
• Efficient development, production, and integration despite global distribution
• Proven reliability and scalability for infotainment and connected car applications

Next-generation smart energy meters combine precise measurement with wireless communication (wM-Bus & GSM), requiring accurate, high-throughput RF testing and full automation for large-scale production. NOFFZ developed a modular, automated test solution to meet these complex requirements.

Highlights:

• Advanced RF Shielding: High attenuation and minimized reflections for reliable RF measurements.
• Modular Fixture Design: Interchangeable cassettes for up to six DUT variants in one setup.
• Full Automation: QR code scanning, contacting, and locking for efficient test cycles.
• Multi-Protocol Integration: Seamless support for wireless and serial interfaces without interference.
• Scalable & Cost-Efficient: From prototype to volume production with cross-device compatibility.

This solution powers production in Slovenia and Egypt, delivering speed, accuracy, and flexibility for smart energy testing.

NOFFZ Technologies has developed another end-of-line tester for (Bender GmbH & Co. KG-), a leading provider of systems for the safety and intelligence of electrical installations. The tester is specifically designed for the testing of charge controllers in wallboxes. The new system is based on the testers delivered in 2023 but has been adapted and enhanced to meet current requirements. Another charge controller application is planned, building on the three delivered test systems.

Highlights:

• Tests charge controllers with residual current detection, dynamic load management, Control Pilot, WLAN/Ethernet, and 4G
• UTP Variant Editor allows flexible test sequences and sub-variants for complex product families
• lngun adapter for two interchangeable cassettes with spring-loaded pins ensures fast and secure device connection
• Proven NOFFZ components such as SCU and UTP Suite manage tests, record data, and document results

Mediagnost, a first tier supplier for Philips Medical Systems, needed a reliable, efficient way to
test motors for X-ray machines and other medical devices.
NOFFZ together with Mediagnost developed a LabVIEW-powered Linux OS based testing system
that automates the process, enabling real-time measurement of motor speed and electrical
performance. The system tests up to four motors at once, offers pre-set scripts or manual
control, and saves results automatically for review. Mediagnost managed to integrated the test
system into their own system. The entire measurement system runs on a virtualized
environment.

Highlights:

• Faster and more flexible testing: reduced testing times while accommodating diverse
  requirements.
• Improved accuracy and data tracking: enhanced reliability and simplified compliance with
  industry standards.
• A scalable platform: a future-ready system that can adapt to evolving needs.

An Innovation Specialist for Safety-Critical Wireless Connectivity Applications was searching for
a solution to accurately test complex 5G Dual SIM modems and found it with the NOFFZ Base
Station Emulator.

Our private mobile network emulator enables precise recreation of real-world cellular
environments in the lab, overcoming the limitations of traditional testing methods

Highlights:

• Test environment for dual SIM 5G modems with complex emission patterns
• Realistic lab simulation of cellular networks including dual MNO and DSDA scenarios
• The NOFFZ Base Station Emulator enables fully customizable network configurations
• Quick integration into existing lab setups; tests are up and running within minutes
• Cost-effective alternative to traditional callbox solutions with fast delivery

“After the specification phase, the coordination and approval of the design and system concept, we successfully commissioned the prototype and its replicas in our laboratory. The close and constructive collaboration with NOFFZ Technologies has resulted in a tailor-made test solution that sustainably supports our testing processes and provides a solid foundation for future developments in the demanding environment of the energy sector.”– Team Klauke

Highlights:

• Customizable test sequences via a sequence editor
• Safety functions including fire protection and emergency shutdown
• Transparent lab experience for customers

How NOFFZ, in collaboration with Klauke, developed a customized solution to test batterypowered
hydraulic presses and cutting tools under extreme loads, along with key details about
the test setup, system features, and the benefits of this partnership, can be found in this article

The UTP 7064 is a high-performance multi-device tester designed for thorough validation of cellular and wireless connectivity in automotive applications. With its modular and scalable architecture, the UTP 7064 delivers fast, precise test results and a future-proof platform for evolving automotive wireless technologies.

Highlights:

• Full protocol stack support with calibrated measurements across GSM, WCDMA, LTE, and 5G NR
• Connectivity testing for Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, BLE, GNSS, and V2X
• Enables simultaneous parametric analysis of up to 8 devices under test (DUTs)
• Supports up to 64 RF ports with 4×4 MIMO for complex real-world scenarios

The NOFFZ UTP 7038 is a powerful and modular test platform designed to validate multiple infotainment head units in parallel. It supports complex, next-generation automotive interfaces with maximum flexibility.

Highlights:

• Enables parallel testing of up to 6 head units
• Supports up to 10 camera and 8 display connections per device using GMSL deserializer technology
• Features a customizable Signal Conditioning Unit (NOFFZ SCU) with interfaces such as RF, A²B®, DIO, BR, CAN-FD, and LIN
• Optional Product Validation Suite available to further extend test coverage

To validate its intelligent IoT applications, the company iThinx was looking for a reliable test device for Bluetooth communication. The NOFFZ ITN 1000, developed for wireless communication standards, proved itself in practical testing thanks to its high flexibility and seamless integration. Close technical coordination laid the foundation for a strong partnership — with a shared focus on forward-looking IoT test solutions.

Highlights:

• Evaluation of the ITN 1000 in Bluetooth testing scenarios
• Purchase of two devices after successful validation
• Extension to Wi-Fi testing currently under evaluation
• Close collaboration on further software development

A leading electronics manufacturer was looking for a compact and scalable solution to automate its end-of-line testing. With the NOFFZ UTP 9085 Turn-table, NOFFZ integrated multiple processes into one space-saving system, significantly boosting throughput.

Highlights:

• Rotary table with robot integration for DUT handling
• Dual DUT multistage testing
• Optical pin inspection to prevent connector failures
• Label printing & application
• Compact design to reduce manual operations

YouTube Video: NOFFZ UTP 9085 – Turn-table/Indexing Machine for automotive electronics EOL testing

The test system NOFFZ UTP 5069 is designed for high-volume and short cycle time end-of-line test of imaging radar sensors. A small footprint is achieved by using a Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) reflector to generate a plane wave for sensor calibration. The two test systems complement the existing NOFFZ systems to support the customer in handling increased volumes as well as higher technical and quality requirements.

Highlights:

• Precise simulation of object reflections by radar target simulators (several vendors are in use)
• Multi-axis robot for independent and simultaneous DUT motion in azimuth and elevation
• Dual nest approach for multi-DUT handling and significantly shorter cycle times (hot swap)
• Customized HMI communication based on country specific requirements

After 10+ years of reliable performance, Scheidt & Bachmann, one of the leading providers of innovative system solutions for mobile living requested a new platform that would meet current demands while ensuring continuity of operation and system integration. The new board-level test system UTP 9011 should differ from the old one as little as possible, but as much as necessary, to ensure it is fit for the future. The existing system should be upgraded.

• New test system based on the proven architecture of the old NOFFZ system.
• Integration aktueller Technologien: UTP Suite Software, NOFFZ-PCBs und NOFFZ SCU (Signal Conditioning Unit)
• Preserving previous functionalities
• Increased performance and efficiency through technological modernization

With the NOFFZ UTP 9065 HPC, we enable parallel monitoring and parameter testing of up to six premium infotainment systems, ensuring maximum efficiency and reliability. The tester supports the various I/Os (22 different types per DUT including audio, camera, display, CAN-FD, and Automotive Ethernet signals), as well as the integrated wireless and connectivity standards.

• 12 systems produced at short notice with global manufacturing power
• Fully automated software solution based on UTP Suite
• NI PXI chassis with NI Automotive Camera interface modules for GMSL
• On-site setup and service support

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Testing modern infotainment systems with mobile radio and full-duplex functionalities requires new strategies – especially when testing multiple DUTs in parallel. NOFFZ supported a global Tier 1 supplier with know-how and the NOFFZ Baste Station Emulator to reliably implement these requirements.

• Reference solution for the customer’s future global laboratories
• RF distribution system for FM, DAB, GNSS and mobile radio
• NOFFZ BSE for parallel 2G-5G connection tests in a climate chamber
• Self-managed test network for flexible, repeatable scenarios
• Scalable wireless front end, individually customizable

A German pioneer of e-mobility in public and freight transport requested a cutting-edge testing solutions for inverter. Ensuring optimal performance and reliability even in challenging train environments was key for them. High power requirements and replication of real-world grid conditions are a must to comprehensively evaluate the performance of train inverters.

• Customized test software UTP Suite to meet the specific needs of train inverter testing
• Offering bidirectional grid simulation capabilities of up to 35 kVA
• Including low-voltage supply solution ensuring precise control and reliable results
• Extended high-voltage DC supply capabilities up to 1,000 V / 40 A, delivering the power and stability required forrigorous testing
• eLoad systems providing bidirectional functionality, accommodating voltages of up to 60 V and currents of 1,000 A, with a powerrating of 30 kW

Scalable tester for up to 10 high-performance computing platforms optimized for automation

• Inhouse fixture design
• Up to 10 DUTs in parallel in RF or Non-RF chambers
• Optimized for automation and floor space

peiker acustic and NOFFZ developed a test system for parallel testing of up to 28 eCall modules in a climate chamber (-40 °C to +85 °C).Despite long temperature cycles (185 minutes), short test times were achieved through high parallelization and variant management. The system is based on NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, and powerful PXI hardware with connection to the customer database and iTAC.

Highlights:

• Variant management for different module types
• Powerful PXI hardware for parallel measurements
• Software based on NI LabVIEW, NI TestStand, and NOFFZ UTP TEF
• Connection to iTAC system for traceability
• Planned integration of NI-VST for non-signaling tests

A PXI-based test system was developed for Flextronics to test 24-channel high-end audio amplifiers with MOST25 bus. It enables functional and end-of-line testing (FCT & EOL) based on TestStand and LabVIEW.

Highlights:

• Realistic load simulation with passive precision resistors (4Ω/8Ω), cooled in load boxes.
• Signal distribution via multiplexer, analysis with Audio Precision Analyzer.
• Extensive electrical and audio-specific functional tests.
• Modular design with interchangeable adapter for flexible use as FCT and EOL.

An automated test system based on the NOFFZ UTP 9085 platform was developed for testing proportional locking magnets for steering systems. The system uses a rotary indexing table with six stations and a LabVIEW-based software framework. The system is flexibly expandable and can be adapted to new product families with minimal effort.

Highlights:

• Rotary indexing table with 6 stations for <cycle time
• Image processing integrated with Ascentics Vision
• Manual loading, automatic NIO ejection
• IO marking with inkjet printer, data storage via customer interface
• Flexible variant management and quick module change

A multi-axis force-displacement measuring station based on the NOFFZ UTP 9060 was developed for WITTE Automotive to precisely analyze the opening and closing behavior of tailgate and lid locks—also usable in aviation or medical technology.

Highlights:

• Multiple linear axes (X, Y, Z) for precise positioning
• Interchangeable adapters for different lock types
• LabVIEW-based modular software with graphical evaluation
• Force measurement up to 2 kN, displacement measurement with incremental encoder
• Data acquisition with NI DAQ cards, drive control via Profibus

The NOFFZ UTP 9010 test system was developed as a universal solution for testing (including: USB, PCIe, LAN, RTC, SD slot, gold caps) and programming a wide range of controllers and I/O modules with a high degree of variability. It is modularly expandable, e.g., for voltage/current measurement (±10V / 4–20 mA).

Highlights:

• Combines in-circuit testing (ICT), boundary scan (BST), and functional testing (FCT)
• Calibration of thermal and analog modules
• Flashing of integrated FPGAs via boundary scan or backplane bus
• Despite extensive test sequences and high test depth, only 5 minutes of test time per test item
• Measurement data output in XML format

A newly developed test system enables precise laboratory testing of modern navigation systems by combining turntable simulation (stimulates the curve sensors in the navigation device) and GPS/CAN data playback.

Highlights:

• Navigation testing in the laboratory without vehicle driving

• Reproduction of real journeys using log data (GPS, CAN, curve sensors)

• Synchronized playback of GPS, CAN, and turntable data

• Simulates lane changes, tunnel driving, narrow parallel roads

• Route can also be planned synthetically (start/destination, map logic)

The modular and compact SDR radio link simulator (NOFFZ UTP SDR) based on the NI PXIe platform was developed to simulate disturbed transmission links under realistic conditions and to efficiently test digital transmission methods.

Highlights:

• Frequency range: 1.5 MHz – 30 MHz, expandable up to 6.6 GHz
• Supports a wide range of modulation and coding methods
• Transmission power adjustable from -80 dBm to +10 dBm
• Flexibly expandable thanks to plug-in architecture and open PXI slots
• Application in military technology and communications technology

A scalable, flexible test system was developed for Miele, a German manufacturer of household appliances, to efficiently test a wide range of product variants (e.g., stoves, dryers). The goal was to create a standardized, modular test concept based on current technologies that would enable both single-station and in-line operation.

Highlights:

• Modular rack system with interchangeable adapters and interfaces
• Use of NI PXI/TestStand and VPC modules (978 contacts)
• Tests up to 240V, testing of LEDs, displays, sensors, bus systems, power supply units
• Flexible expandability (e.g., SPI/I2C, boundary scan)
• Custom step types (e.g., for NI DC Power Supply 4110) simplify test configurations.

The haptic testing device developed by Fraunhofer UMSICHT and NOFFZ Technologies serves to link objective measurement data (e.g., force, temperature, movement) with the subjective haptic perception of material samples. The aim is to better understand the haptic quality of plastics and to design them in a targeted manner.

Highlights:

• Two test modes: Painting over a force measurement plate & lifting a test weight
• Infrared camera for capturing thermal images on contact
• Software: NI LabVIEW for experiment execution & NI DIAdem for data analysis
• User-friendly interface for test control
• Expansion options, e.g., noise measurement

NOFFZ has implemented a powerful test system for Innovent GmbH for the development and validation of cutting and grinding units in production line operation. At its core is a measuring and control panel with several individually controllable frequency converters (up to 5.5 kW) for controlling asynchronous and servo motors. Each motor can be configured individually (speed, direction, ramp) and sensors (temperature, pressure, speed) can be evaluated via a touchscreen interface.

Highlights:

• Frequency converter with OPC and Ethernet control
• Control via NI LabVIEW and CompactDAQ
• Intuitive interface with parameterization instead of programming
• Modular for use with different machines

With the UTP 9010 RF EOL, NOFFZ has developed a powerful RF and functional test system for infotainment and eCall modules, especially for parallel testing of four test objects. It is based on NI TestStand and the NI Wireless Test System (WTS) now Universal Wireless Tester (UWT). The system is future-proof, scalable, and suitable for high volumes.

Highlights:

• Flashing, functional testing, and RF testing at the board level
• Support for cellular, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GNSS
• Non-signaling tests such as EVM, TXP, RX-BER, RSSI, ACP, PER, etc.
• Simultaneous testing of multiple wireless standards and chipsets
• Robust architecture with 16 RF ports for parallel operation