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Real-time quality control in automated fibre placement

1 day ago

A research project undertaken by the Bristol Composites Institute (BCI) at the University of Bristol used laser profile sensors from Micro-Epsilon to detect defects formed during the composites manufacturing process.

Autonomous mobile robots for medium payload range

1 day ago

OMRON has announced the launch of the MD-650 and MD-900 medium-payload (650 kg and 900 kg) autonomous mobile robots (AMR). Designed to provide greater efficiency in material transfer with medium-duty payloads and integrated control technology, the new series increases OMRON’s range of autonomous robots to meet the needs of a wide variety of part and material transport applications.

Heavy load bearings now possible as two-component, injection-moulded bearings

1 day ago

iglidur Q3E plain bearings from igus, now manufactured by injection moulding, ensure lubrication-free maximum load capacity performance, made using efficient high-volume production.

Robots integrate with automated storage and retrieval systems

1 day ago

Automated storage and retrieval systems are becoming the backbone of modern warehouse logistics operations. However, there is still the challenge of efficiently moving orders through the sorting process. Until recently, the only options were manually or by conveyor - but both have clear limitations. Nowadays, a more flexible and future-proof solution is available: robots. Tijmen Verkooijen, bid and tender manager at Prime Vision, explains all.

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Motion technology integral to cardiovascular disease treatment devices

1 day ago

From the treatment of narrowing arteries through to circulatory support, miniature motors act as the heart of medical devices used to treat cardiovascular disease. When selecting motor solutions for such applications, compact size and precision control are crucial factors, as the experts and Portescap explain.

Formula Racing success at UC Davis with SCHURTER

13 hours ago

SCHURTER is supporting the Formula Racing at UC Davis (FSAE Electric) engineering students for the second year in a row. The USF 1206 fuse was selected to provide safety-critical overcurrent protection in the custom battery pack of the e-car #291.

Micro gears for tiny, precise applications

1 day ago

Whether in micro-drives, microscopes or precision engineering, engineers are building ever more compact products. Motion plastics specialist igus now produces micro gears with a module – the unit of gear tooth size – of up to 0.2. Thanks to high-performance plastics, they still enable low-wear and precise movements for high quality geared products.

Red Bull Ford Powertrains pursues the sustainable future with Siemens

3 days ago

Siemens Digital Industries Software reports that Red Bull Ford Powertrains has leveraged the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software to rapidly develop the next generation hybrid ICE/electric driven Power Unit (PU) for the Formula 1 2026 racing season.

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Beckhoff UK and HepcoMotion’s mechatronics showcase takes centre stage

Automation technology specialist Beckhoff UK, in collaboration with leading manufacturer of linear motion systems, HepcoMotion, hosted a mechatronics showcase at MK7, the home of Oracle Red Bull Racing in Milton Keynes, with several innovations from both companies on display, as well as a brand-new product reveal – the GFX-r guidance system.

4 days ago Mark Simms

Flexible, precise guidance solution for higher payloads

2 days ago

Responding to market demand for higher load, HepcoMotion is expanding its range of guidance solutions for Beckhoff’s XTS with the new GFX-r – a system providing movement in rectangular paths. Based on the existing GFX design and incorporating the inherent flexibility and precision of GFX/XTS technology, the curved segments have been removed, enabling transportation of payloads up to 40kg.

Create double-sheet detection systems using Contrinex smart sensors

4 days ago

Contrinex smart sensors offer an affordable way to detect the presence of individual sheets and also detect double-sheet conditions, triggering an alarm and halting production to prevent damage to the press.

SKF introduces spherical roller bearing with food safety features

16 hours ago

SKF has developed spherical roller bearings specifically designed for the food and beverage industry. These bearings with food-grade grease and seals have a longer service life than SKF open spherical roller bearings and raise relevant food safety standards in the food and beverage industry.

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Space-saving wiring with mini multi-level terminal blocks

1 day ago

Mini terminal blocks are particularly suitable for mounting in small control boxes, connection boxes, and control panels. Phoenix Contact is introducing the new MUTTB mini double-level terminal blocks, which enable extremely space-saving wiring.

ABB solution for powering solar mining plant is solid gold

4 days ago

A bespoke end-to-end switchgear and circuit breaker solution from ABB Electrification is powering up a new mining plant in West Africa looking to significantly reduce emissions via the use of renewable energy.

The next generation of Ethernet media converters

1 day ago

Phoenix Contact is introducing a trio of industrial media converter families, each engineering to excel in specific environments and challenges. Designed for performance, durability, and flexibility, these devices cater to the range of industrial needs, from cost-effective solutions to wide-temperature and high-EMC environments.

Schneider Electric partners with ArcelorMittal on low-carbon steel

ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading steel and mining company, and Schneider Electric have announced a partnership whereby ArcelorMittal will supply Schneider Electric with XCarb recycled and renewably produced steel for its electrical cabinets and enclosures.

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fastening & bonding

3 days ago

Bonding low surface energy plastics in medical device applications

Kevin Brownsill, head of technical: learning and development at adhesives specialist Intertronics, shares guidance on bonding specialist medical plastics.

3 days ago Mark Simms

Learning to weld the easy way

1 day ago

Using the newly available Welducation Simulator from Fronius, welders can learn, train and consolidate their welding skills step-by-step under realistic conditions without any risk to safety and with no additional costs for materials, gases, or wear parts.

Avoiding voids in potting applications

2 days ago

Paul Whitehead, strategic accounts manager at Intertronics, explains how manufacturers can avoid the introduction of voids during the processing of potting compounds.

Bostik relaunches Thermelt to celebrate 40 years of innovation

16 hours ago

Bostik will be celebrating 40 years of continuous innovation of its bio-based Thermelt product range at Productronica from 14-17 November in Munich.

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Autumn 2023

26 COVER STORY: Expect the unexpected: Monitoring the health and heartbeatof automation can be transformational. By harvesting data fromintelligent sensors, we gain new, and sometimes unexpected, insights

Industry update

6 New call made for a Minister for Manufacturing

8 Overhaul of UK’s business tax and regulation system needed

10 Automation transforms swimming pool into walk-on terrace

Design engineering

13 Gearing up for urban air mobility

14 Engine electronics protection vital for off-road buggy success

16 Wireless access via a smartphone

18 Four ways to speed up production on your next project

19 Automated QA in optical component assembly

20 Optimising the design of electric bicycle drives

22 Production ready for the gigafactories of the future