Consulting & Analytical Services
Virtual Mock-up
Design, validate, and experience – physically and virtually
A hybrid experience for smarter machine design
The IMA Virtual Mock-Up is a unique solution that blends physical interaction with virtual simulation, allowing customers to experience and validate machine ergonomics, layout, and functionality before production begins.
This hybrid approach combines a modular aluminum frame – lightweight, packable, and easy to ship – with a fully immersive virtual reality environment. The result is a powerful tool for collaborative design, ergonomic validation, and operational simulation.
How it works
Key benefits
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Ergonomic validation
Test gloveport positioning, operator reach, and cleaning accessibility in a realistic setup.
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Design customisation
Collaborate with IMA engineers to personalize machine features and layout.
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Operational simulation
Experience how the machine behaves under production conditions, including alarms, workflows, and user interfaces.
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Cost & time savings
Reduce rework and physical prototyping by validating early in the design phase.
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Global accessibility
The physical mock-up can be shipped to customer sites, while the virtual environment can be accessed remotely.
Uses cases
Freeze-drying cycles can be analysed through IMA Sentinel Lyo using two approaches:
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Pharma
Validate sterile operations and gloveport ergonomics before machine construction.
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Complex packaging lines
Simulate multi-technology workflows and operator interactions.
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Training & onboarding
Prepare operators before machine delivery using realistic virtual scenarios.