Machine Building

MVK Metal module enables rapid tool change for robots

Think about all the things that can be done in 1 second - the list is pretty short. Then cut that time in half. That is the amount of time it takes for a KUKA robot to change tools - made possible by the MVK Metal module from Murrelektronik.

2nd November 2016

Cube67 fieldbus system reduces setup time

Fluid Brasil, a subsidiary of the MANN+HUMMEL group, uses Murrelektronik's Cube67 fieldbus system in their drinking water filtration and wastewater treatment systems on disposal sites.

2nd November 2016

Lee restrictors keep the electricity on

During a recent refurbishment of the Allt na Lairige hydro-electric power station near Inverary in Scotland, the hydraulic control system was upgraded from the original low pressure system to a modern high pressure one. In-house designed multi-orifice restrictors were being used in the hydraulic actuators which operate the main water inlet valves, called spears, which are controlled by the governor to ensure that suitable control of the water jets to the turbines is ensured for all load conditions of the generator.

2nd November 2016

Amsterdam Airport Tulip shop sales grow with Grob screwjacks

Revenues have doubled at the House of Tulips flower shop at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, following its reconstruction as a "˜flying glasshouse' that rises up 3m or more to provide total access to the merchandise from all sides. The glasshouse lifts up in the morning at the start of business, then is lowered again at night to provide absolute security.

1st November 2016

Reliable high-speed torque limiters for performance test stands

Motor test stands and roller dynamometers in the automotive sector place maximum demands on drive systems. Therefore, it is necessary to protect the frequently expensive test pieces and the sensitive measurement units reliably from overload damages. With its EAS-HSC and EAS-HSE high-speed clutches, mayr power transmission has developed clutches specially tailored to the requirements of test stand technology. They convince users through high quality and provide reliable protection without influencing the measurement signals.

27th October 2016

Spring disentangling under clean room conditions

Respimat is a soft mist inhaler, manufactured by the pharmaceutical giant Boehringer Ingelheim and used to treat patients with respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Essential to the packaging of this medication is a small spring whose actuation releases the metered dose.

26th October 2016

Movicon SCADA helps creamery generate power from cheese waste

A new anaerobic digestion plant built by Lake District Biogas at First Milk's Aspatria creamery site in Cumbria has been installed to generate bio-methane. It is producing over £3m per year in cost savings, while supplying up to 25 per cent of the creamery's energy requirements. Providing full control and visualisation of the system is a Movicon SCADA system provided by Products4Automation.

26th October 2016

Spelsberg offers farmers world-class electrical enclosures

Farming and agriculture already rely on many different technologies, and the sector will become increasingly technical as it strives to increase productivity and meet the demands of a growing world population. Distributing electrical power around farms brings some special requirements, which Spelsberg is well equipped to address.

26th October 2016

Siemens control system helps maintain combat aircraft

A "˜one stop shop' control system from Siemens UK & Ireland, including an innovative machine tool collision-avoidance software programme, is delivering operational, safety and cost benefits for the Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft and its UK manufacturer, BAE Systems.

25th October 2016

Electronification boosts construction machine's capabilities

By adopting Bosch Rexroth's electronification concept, a manufacturer of specialist construction machinery has created a new machine with unparalleled capabilities.

24th October 2016