Machine Building

Huco coupling demonstrates durability in tractor transmission

Huco Dynatork is supplying CLAAS Industrietechnik with its multi-beam couplings for use in a power-split transmission for its newest range of ARION 500/600 series tractors. Having identified a contamination issue caused by the "˜as-machined' delivery condition of many manufacturers' standard couplings, CLAAS Industrietechnik approached Huco for a specialised option which would perform reliably.

30th November 2016

Pico-controllers and IEC 61499 software for distributed control

Advantech ADAM pico-controllers and IEC 61499 function block programming language have been used to create a distributed system for testing control algorithms for managing smart grids.

29th November 2016

High-res thermal imager measures muscle temperature differences

A system has been developed that uses thermal imaging to detect damage to muscles and ligaments in a horse's leg. The system relies on thermal imaging cameras supplied by Micro-Epsilon, which were selected due to their high resolution, compactness, reliability and programming features that allow simple integration with other systems and software.

29th November 2016

Smart homes made simpler with energy harvesting switches

In a world where the number of communication networks continues to increase, requirements for information transmission are also changing. Data transmission must be mobile and flexible while using as little energy as possible. One option is energy harvesting wireless switches from ZF. They are simple and effective to use and are installed without cables or batteries.

28th November 2016

New development in low-noise gear pumps for mobile applications

Diesel exhaust and noise pollution is an increasing concern for businesses but it has been a longstanding issue for the agricultural sector. Hydraulic systems have many applications and benefits, but few people would associate their use with a quiet working environment - until now.

24th November 2016

Bespoke cabling systems company grows with Spelsberg enclosures

An ISO assured manufacturer of quality wiring harnesses and cable assemblies attributes at least part of its on-going success to its relationship with electrical enclosure company Spelsberg UK.

24th November 2016

IRIS pipeline X-ray inspection system: safety and simplification

The IRIS is one of a number of high-quality inspection machines from Sparc Systems. It promotes systematic product flow and delivers optimal detection of contaminants, while reducing the amount of product rejected. The Iris is designed to specifically address the unique requirements posed by products flowing through a pipe, as well as helping manufacturers comply with stringent HACCP protocols and food safety requirements. Already renowned for their innovative approach to machine building, when Sparc Systems sought further enhancements to reduce cost and improve operational performance, they turned to elobau to assist with simplifying the complex electrical system.

23rd November 2016

Renishaw additive manufacturing expertise revives Hawker Typhoon

Renishaw has helped bring a national treasure back to Gloucester. Using original 1938 drawings, the company worked with the Jet Age Museum to additively manufacture (3D print) four sets of unusual cockpit brackets for a Hawker Typhoon aircraft, built almost exclusively in the UK city during the 1940s.

21st November 2016

Tyre manufacturer installs integrated online measurement systems

By installing a number of fully integrated online measurement systems from Micro-Epsilon in various stages of its tyre production process, a UK-based tyre manufacturer has seen dramatic improvements in process capability and tyre quality.

21st November 2016

Cream cheese plant benefits from gentle Certa pump

German dairy product manufacturer Goldsteig has put its trust in the recently-launched MasoSine Certa Sine pump from Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG) for the production of cream cheese. Here, the gentle handling of the Certa pump is well suited for transferring the sensitive cream used to manufacture mascarpone and delicate whey for ricotta, while its ease of cleaning makes for lower maintenance requirements.

18th November 2016