Machine Building

The differences between EN 1050 and EN ISO 14121-1

Machine builders are generally comfortable with using EN 1050 for performing risk assessments, but now that standard has been superseded. This article highlights the differences between EN 1050 and its replacement, EN ISO 14121-1.

8th October 2007

Ethernet offers advantages in coal mining applications

David Moss, business development manager at GarrettCom Europe, explains how Ethernet technology may hold the key to the UK's coal mining industry being able to continue extracting coal economically and safely.

7th October 2007

Why thin-section bearings suit robot applications

RA Rodriguez explains why Kaydon Reali-Slim thin-section bearings are suitable for use in robots, offering considerable advantages over conventional bearing types.

7th October 2007

SPS/IPC DRIVES International Workshop summary

To be held at SPS/IPC/DRIVES 2007 in Nuremberg, Wednesday 28 November 2007.

3rd October 2007

Machine risk assessment guide, tips and advice

This online guide to machine risk assessment provides useful tips and advice for machine builders and users of existing equipment. By Jon Severn, MachineBuilding.net editor.

27th September 2007

Safety advice for first-time users of industrial robots

Machine builders and system integrators installing a robot for the first time need to be aware of the important differences between conventional automation and robotic applications when it comes to safeguarding. This article from Pilz contains a wealth of useful guidance.

21st September 2007

Machinery safety brings time savings and productivity benefits

Ian Murgatroyd of Pilz Automation Technology explains how today's machinery safety technologies are bringing benefits to machine builders and end users.

8th September 2007

Understanding corporate manslaughter and negligence

John Glover, a sales engineer with Pilz Automation Technology, discusses the implications of the new Corporate Manslaughter and Corporate Homicide Act 2007 and, within that context, examines the subject of negligence.

29th August 2007

Couplings help cut energy consumption - and carbon footprint

This article from Abssac argues that something as apparently simple as a flexible shaft coupling can help manufacturers reduce energy consumption and, therefore, work towards the ideal of a carbon-neutral factory.

21st August 2007

Climate change: take action now or wait for disaster

Mitsubishi Electric's Energy Spokesman Jeff Whiting welcomes the CBI to the fight against global warming, but says they need to prove their commitment with long-term deeds.

15th August 2007