Industrial Technology

USi-safety ultrasonic sensor system from Pepperl+Fuchs

Pepperl+Fuchs has expanded its product portfolio for ultrasonic sensors in the area of factory automation with the USi-safety ultrasonic sensor system – a modern and certified sensor technology that is used to safeguard hazard areas on mobile machines such as robots, industrial trucks, machines, and plants according to EN ISO 13849-1 category 3 PL d. The USi-safety system protects people and objects from potential dangers and collisions. This ultrasonic sensor ensures the safety of personnel and takes its place in the range of electro-sensitive protective devices.

7th December 2021

Thomson enhances online shaft selector tool with real-time configuration of special machining

Thomson Industries has added a real-time special machining configuration capability to its online shaft selector tool. The new functionality enables customers to reduce the time spent in customising round rail shafting for their application needs to mere minutes instead of hours or even days.

7th December 2021

Microsoft partnership helps Sick"s Visionary-T Mini set new 3D standards

Sick has released a miniature version of its powerful and robust Visionary-T 3D snapshot vision sensor. Thanks to a pioneering collaboration between Sick and Microsoft, the Visionary-T Mini packs precise, high-resolution and rapid image capture into a robust design that is both compact and lightweight for a wide variety of industrial uses.

7th December 2021

Exploring the advantages of electric actuators

A linear actuator is usually needed to move an object in a straight line, from a conveyor to a metal press. While some applications requiring the highest forces and longest strokes might need hydraulic actuation, in the majority of cases, electromechanical actuator technology provides both machine builders and machine users with significant advantages. Gerard Bush of Inmoco compares electric and hydraulic actuator technology.

7th December 2021

Clean room compatible linear drives from IEF Werner

IEF-Werner has expanded its standard linear drive products to include a range with metal belt covers. This range is suitable for use in clean rooms according to ISO 14644 from class 1 to 8 as the metal belt protects against the ingress of dirt or particles whilst preventing the release of particulates into the environment from the unit. This has been tested and certified by the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology.

7th December 2021

EMS-Grivory makes a major investment in new production facilities

In order to be able to meet rapidly growing customer demand, EMS-Grivory will increase production capacity for polyamide specialties at its production sites in Groß-Umstadt (Germany) and Domat/Ems (Switzerland) over the next two years.

7th December 2021

Renishaw opens applications for record breaking number of graduates and apprentices

Renishaw is opening applications for a record 2022 intake of 96 graduates and 80 apprentices across its Gloucestershire and South Wales sites. It is also offering over 100 placement opportunities, a mix of industrial and summer placements. The company recognises the value and diverse thinking that early career individuals can bring to the company and is constantly striving to recruit and develop talented individuals.

7th December 2021

Severn Group announces acquisition of ValvTechnologies

Severn Group, the global family of specialist high-end valve engineering and manufacturing companies which includes Severn and LB Bentley, has acquired US-headquartered ValvTechnologies, a leader in the design and manufacture of metal-seated, zero-leakage isolation valve solutions for demanding applications.

7th December 2021

2022 manufacturing trends emerge from Fanuc open house

Fanuc’s recent Open House revealed a number of emerging trends that the UK manufacturing sector must embrace to deliver growth in 2022. One of the key discussion points throughout the week was machine connectivity, or IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things). While not a new concept, manufacturer engagement with the technology is increasing. This can be attributed to a number of factors, not least the improvements in IIoT that ensure it is both more sophisticated and user-friendly for businesses.

7th December 2021

Microwave hybrid processing technology safely sealed

An Italian company is using Garlock GYLON Style 3504 seals for modern microwave measuring equipment, solving previous leakage problems. The company, which specialises in advanced microwave instrumentation for analytical and organic chemistry laboratories, developed the first all-in-one tissue processor. This features a patented microwave hybrid processing technology.

6th December 2021