Predictive Technology

FCE Frankfurt Consulting Engineers GmbH

Our DNA

Frankfurt Consulting Engineers GmbH is a mathematically oriented engineering company based in Frankfurt, Germany. We apply predictive algorithms from machine learning and mathematical optimization to industrial challenges. Our technological portfolio encompasses a wide array of methods like pattern recognition, time series analysis and anomaly detection.

Partners from such diverse industries as mechanical engineering, rail, aviation, energy distribution and automotive trust our algorithmic solutions. For all our clients we develop intuitive frontend and powerful backend programs accessible without any technological background.

Portfolio

FCE builds decision software for complex industrial assets — from monitoring and prediction to optimization and operational decision support. We combine sensor data, image-based inspection, digital twins, mathematical optimization and machine learning into practical systems that improve reliability, quality and operational efficiency.

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Predictive Maintenance

Detect degradation early, quantify risk and plan maintenance before failures occur.

Risk ScoringRUL
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Image & LiDAR Analytics

Fuse drone imagery, object detection and 3D point clouds for infrastructure inspection.

RGBLiDAR3D
Predictive Quality

Predict scrap, quality deviations and optimal process settings during production.

Digital TwinOptimization
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Planning & Forecasting

Optimize sequences, forecast energy demand and learn storage behavior across grid levels.

SchedulingForecasting

Predictive Maintenance

SysWatch dashboard for predictive maintenance
From condition monitoring to operational action

SysWatch consolidates sensor measurements, event histories and diagnostic information into one decision layer.

  • Time-series analysis for loads, temperatures, vibrations and operating states
  • Failure-memory analysis and event-based modelling
  • Component-level risk scoring and visual prioritization
  • Remaining Useful Life estimation for maintenance planning
  • Maintenance recommendations based on predicted criticality

Image-Based Inspection: Drone, RGB, LiDAR & 3D

Projection of RGB object detections into 3D point cloud
Drone based inspection map with detected infrastructure objects
Geometric intelligence for infrastructure

Image detections are combined with LiDAR or photogrammetric point clouds to create measurable digital representations of assets.

  • Drone-based RGB inspection
  • Object detection and localization
  • 3D reconstruction and point-cloud fusion
  • Geometry checks: tilt, distance, clearance and structural deviation

Predictive Quality & Process Optimization

Predict quality before the product leaves the line

FCE extends predictive methods into production quality: process parameters, material states and process sequences are mapped to expected quality outcomes.

  • Scrap prediction: binary, probabilistic or quality-level based
  • Digital twins for production lines and process stages
  • Bellman-based dynamic optimization for optimal parameter settings
  • Integration of time-dependent process curves where available
Predictive quality model with Bellman optimization

Sequencing & Scheduling

Sequencing optimization dashboard
Optimization for complex production flows

Sequencing optimizes job order, takt assignments and resource utilization under real operational constraints.

  • Production sequence optimization
  • Line balancing and takt-time constraints
  • Due-date and workload-aware scheduling
  • Optional coupling with maintenance and quality risk forecasts

Energy Forecasting & Industrial Experience

Forecasts across grid levels

FCE develops forecasting and learning models for energy systems, from full-grid views down to substations and transformer stations.

  • Demand and load forecasting on multiple aggregation levels
  • Learning of storage behavior and dynamic system response
  • Integration into operational planning and decision support
Energy demand forecasting dashboard with training loss and goodness-of-fit diagnostics

Quantum Technology

FCE is an active industrial partner in applied quantum technologies in Germany. Our experience is grounded in major national and regional initiatives, including the PlanQK platform and the QSMN – Quantum Supported Maritime Navigation project funded by the Hessian LOEWE 3 program.

We focus on the application of variational quantum methods to optimization and machine learning, with a strong emphasis on real-world industrial use cases. Our background in classical optimization and predictive systems allows us to translate quantum methods into practical impact.

Selected References

Wenn Containerschiffe künftig unterwegs Treibhausgasemissionen und Treibstoffverbrauch senken und dabei auch noch exakt innerhalb des avisierten Zeitfensters im Zielhafen ankommen, könnte dies das Ergebnis einer neuartigen quantenunterstützten maritimen Navigation sein. Die auf predictive Technology spezialisierte FCE Frankfurt Consulting Engineers GmbH (FCE) arbeitet bereits mit Hochdruck daran.

Februar 2022 | Dominik Diehl | QuBizz

Nachhaltiger Verkehr, die schnellere Entwicklung neuer Materialien oder Medikamente, effizientere Analysen komplexer Finanzströme – das sind nur einige Bereiche, in denen Quantencomputer in Zukunft zum Einsatz kommen könnten. Fraunhofer und IBM haben am 15. Juni 2021 den ersten IBM Quantum System One in Deutschland präsentiert.

Selected Publications

Curve fitting on a quantum annealer for an advanced navigation method
Ising formulations of routing optimization problems
Supervised Learning Using Quantum Technology
Modeling Operational Risk Using Linear Algebra and Monte Carlo Simulation: Enabling Innovative Service Concepts with Simulated Throughput Computations
Power Consumption Forecast using Nonlinear Regression Methodologies
Ausfallprognose als Baustein der Condition based maintenance im Instandhaltungssystem eines EmU
A Joint Renewal Process Used to Model Event Based Data

Contact

FCE Frankfurt Consulting Engineers GmbH
Bessie-Coleman-Str. 7
60549 Frankfurt am Main
Germany

Phone: +49 172 6960302
E-mail: info@frankfurtconsultingengineers.de



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FCE Frankfurt Consulting Engineers GmbH
Altmünsterstr. 2d
65439 Flörsheim am Main
Germany

Managing Director: Dr. Wolfgang Mergenthaler
Registration Court: Amtsgericht Wiesbaden
Commercial Register: HRB 21544
USt-ID: DE814221661