Machine Building

Multiprotocol I/O modules simplify machines for global markets

With Profinet, EtherNet/IP and the fairly new EtherCAT protocol now available, there are multiple standards being used in industrial applications today for teams to understand and consider. It can be challenging, especially for machine builders that work internationally, to meet the expectations that come with this new landscape. Paul Just, global product line manager at Belden, discusses the topic.

15th June 2017

Whitelegg wire-forming machine boosts productivity

Whitelegg Machines' CFM wire bending technology is playing a vital role in improved productivity for Multimesh, one of the country's leading fabricators of stainless steel, welded wire, mesh products.

14th June 2017

Whitelegg supplies specialist wire forming machine

With a new order underway for a customer in Dubai following success in supplying distributors across Europe, GRP Tools, specialist supplier of glass fibre applicators and ancillaries to the trade, are well on their way to their 1500 unit daily output of rollers. Serving wholesale distributors to the Fibreglass composite industry worldwide, GRP have become a major player with over 20 per cent exports and large UK recognition.

14th June 2017

Truck rental firm boosts compressor performance with BOGE

By replacing its existing compressor with a state-of-the-art BOGE C 15 DR model, a truck rental and fleet management company in Greater Manchester is saving money, effort and energy.

13th June 2017

Eaton develops electro hydraulic precision control machine

Market shifts within industry 4.0, intelligent factories and smart energy are challenging companies to offer the seamless integration of multiple different technologies and disciplines. Within this field Eaton's complementary electric and hydraulic expertise can bring easier and faster solutions. This combined knowledge can make it simpler for customers to do business with Eaton, as it presents one face to the customer. Application experts have the required practical knowledge to recommend a product that addresses these stated markets shifts.

12th June 2017

Steering robot for vehicle testing uses custom motor from PMW

A brushless DC motor has been designed by Printed Motor Works for use in dynamic vehicle testing. The high power-density motor is part of a steering robot developed by Anthony Best Dynamics.

8th June 2017

Light curtains for safeguarding packaging systems

Accepting responsibility - this is the company philosophy of Hamburg-based company Dr Weigert, the developer and manufacturer of cleaning and disinfecting agents. Not only does this include responsibility for hygiene and protecting the environment, but also protecting the company's employees from dangerous manufacturing and logistics processes.

5th June 2017

Hoist drives rise to the challenge

High-rise landmarks, such as 122 Leadenhall Street, London, come with their own, custom-tailored maintenance access system. Material and window cleaning personnel are transported by means of hoists installed on the rooftop. Powerful, safe drives are an essential part of this reliable system.

5th June 2017

Increase productivity with digital mobile maintenance

Digital mobile maintenance is a technique for quickly and easily making production process productivity improvements for minimal investment through the application of digitalisation as part of an Industry 4.0 plant implementation programme.

2nd June 2017

Continuous IR monitoring ensures plastic weld integrity

Plastics play an increasingly important role in product design and IR welding is a popular method of joining these components. For one manufacturer of instrument panels and cockpit systems, Yanfeng Automotive Interiors, IR welding has proved a sound investment and it is complemented by FLIR thermal imaging to monitor the efficiency of the process. This technology is responsible for ensuring consistent welding quality, high product throughput and reduced wastage.

2nd June 2017