Machine Building

Schaeffler digitalises gearbox design process

A complete virtual representation of drive trains and gearboxes is only possible when gearbox, rolling bearing and gearing specialists can digitally link their simulation models together. This makes the exchange of data across companies and systems one of the most important factors in generating "˜digital twins'.

15th April 2019

Movie of the month

This short video from Abssac presents the numerous advantages high-precision satellite roller screws offer compared with ball screws.

15th April 2019

MAC Solutions targets "˜smart city' applications

MAC Solutions is announcing an exclusive UK distribution agreement with WoMaster of Taiwan, a company with more than 20 years' experience in providing products and services for the booming Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) market. MAC Solutions (stand 481) will make its UK launch of WoMaster at the IoT Tech Expo Global Conference at Olympia, London (25-26 April 2019).

12th April 2019

Machine Designers' Data Book for Safety: user-friendly reference

Designers of machinery are tasked with two engineering problems: designing to make the machine function and designing to make the machine safe. Making the machine safe is an obligation, particularly in Europe where the EU Machinery Directive is implemented in national legislation. Harmonised standards have been prepared to help but there are over 700 of these, with information scattered across them and the diligent designer having to laboriously search for the guidance needed.

12th April 2019

3D Systems opens new Advanced Additive Manufacturing Centre

3D Systems has opened its new Advanced Additive Manufacturing Centre in Pinerolo, Italy. Over the past 15 months, the company has implemented a multi-million-dollar investment to more than double the manufacturing capacity and increase its breadth of capabilities to meet increasing customer demand.

12th April 2019

TUV SUD rebrands in the UK

As part of the drive to improve the understanding and accessibility of TÜV SÜD's services, the company is switching to a single-brand TÜV SÜD name within the UK market.

11th April 2019

Dates and venues for TUV SUD Machinery Safety Workshops

Suppliers and manufacturers of industrial machinery have a legal obligation to ensure the safety of their products, irrespective of whether it is only used in-house or placed on the market.

11th April 2019

TRUMPF Open House, 4-6 June 2019, Luton

At whatever stage manufacturers may be in the process of sheet metalworking automation, the 2019 TRUMPF Open House will help them develop new ideas and the best products. Visitors will be able to speak with technology experts and see the latest generation machines, lasers and software in action to gain inspiration for their own production facility.

11th April 2019

Machine building for a smarter future - the Phoenix Contact tour

New for 2019, Phoenix Contact is running a series of Machine Building for a smarter future educational workshops to demonstrate how it can help machine builders create and maintain their competitive edge. Four machine building topics will be showcased:

11th April 2019

EMKA test laboratory accredited to international standard

EMKA has always believed it is important to support their standard and custom products with a comprehensive in-house testing facility. This has been a significant part of EMKA engineering over many years and now their Technology Centre has been accredited by the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH - DAkkS) (The German National Accreditation Body) for 10 selected test procedures. According to the standard DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025, it confirms the capability of EMKA as a world market leader for locking devices, hinges and seals in the performance of material, life cycle and environmental simulation tests. Their test laboratory thus meets all legal and standards requirements at the highest international level.

11th April 2019