Industrial Technology

On the edge of the Industry 4.0 wave

Newer technologies are increasingly solving manufacturing issues, but we still have a way to go before we unlock the full potential behind the hype of Industry 4.0. So say the experts at Brain Boxes, who add that the edge is where the factory meets the network and communicates, and that this is a place smart technologies can show their worth.

23rd March 2018

Brake technology 4.0

Monitoring and controlling brakes intelligently can lead to greater levels of safety and equip power transmission systems for the challenges of Industry 4.0. New monitoring modules are the enabler.

23rd March 2018

The drive to Industry 4.0

The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA), in association with the OPC Foundation, has announced an OPC UA companion specification for the CLPA’s new “CSP+ for Machine” technology to further ease the implementation of Industry 4.0 type applications. CSP+ for Machine is an extension of the CLPA’s existing CSP+ (Control & Communication System Profile) that provides easy network configuration and maintenance by offering profiles that describe each device on a CC-Link IE or CC-Link network.

23rd March 2018

Festo focuses on smarter automation

At this year’s Drive’s & Controls Exhibition in the Smart Industry Expo, Festo will be showcasing exciting new developments and solutions for smarter automation.

23rd March 2018

Unmatched efficiency with high-speed diverters

B&R's new flexible transport system is designed to deliver ultimate production effectiveness – from mass production down to batches of one. Playing a pivotal role in making this possible are the system's purely electromagnetic diverters, which are able to divide and merge product flows at full production speed. B&R will be presenting its transport system from April 23-27 at the Hannover Messe in Hall 9, Booth D26.

23rd March 2018

Festo introduces new one-day seminar on basics of Industry 4.0

In response to strong market demand, Festo Training & Consulting has launched a new seminar entitled ‘The Fundamentals of Industry 4.0’. The one-day course – the first of which takes place on 8th March 2018 – is ideal for those who wish to gain a broader understanding of what Industry 4.0 is about: without talking about products.

22nd February 2018

New build or replacement part: why compromise?

What happens when an internet search doesn’t find the component you want? Happily, when it comes to springs, there’s no need to compromise on a nearest best component.

21st February 2018

Wave springs and retaining rings meet the needs of medical tasks

Medical equipment manufacturers are increasingly asking the question: “Where can I find the compact components I need to support my designs?”

21st February 2018

Adhesive tape is the future of the automotive sector

As the automotive sector moves towards an increased focus on electric and hybrid vehicles, adhesive tapes have a key role to play, offering benefits over traditional fixing technologies.

21st February 2018

Adhesives bond critical wind turbine components

The planned ban on petrol and diesel car sales by 2040 will change the automotive industry landscape. Whilst the announcement of petrol and diesel vehicles being banned in Britain by 2040 was met with scepticism in some quarters, it cannot be denied that change is on the horizon, especially with Government insisting there is “no alternative to embracing new technology”, due to the damage harmful emissions are causing to the environment.

21st February 2018