MachineBuilding.Live expands, offers new visitor experiences for 2024
TodayOrganised by Kent-based The Engineering Network (TEN), MachineBuilding.Live has been expanded to accommodate almost 160 exhibitors this year when the event opens on 2nd October. There has been a near 50% jump in the number of exhibitors compared to the inaugural event last year.
Coreless Brush DC Motor Powers Next-Gen Device for Brain Clot Removal
3 days agoFast and effective treatment of blood clots is essential for positive patient outcomes. This is especially true when they occur in the brain, where they can have fatal consequences. Mechanical thrombectomy devices powered by miniature motors are essential for clearing blood vessels and preventing further cell damage. A leading manufacturer recently approached Portescap to help deliver an optimal DC motor solution with an efficient, lightweight design for their new device.
Electronic circuit breaker system offers communication via EtherNet/IP
TodayThere are now more possible applications for the Caparoc circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact: With the new power module with EtherNet/IP interface, the system can be used in other communication systems.
Strength, durability, and versatility in tubular clamp connectors
TodayElesa is proud to present its award-winning range of connecting clamps for tubes. The TCC System, honoured with the 2024 German Design Award "Winner" distinction in the Excellent Product Design category, combines strength, durability, and versatility for a multitude of industrial applications.
Intertronics launches THINKY ARE-312 planetary mixer
TodayAdhesives and dispensing equipment supplier Intertronics has launched the THINKY ARE-312, an industrial planetary mixer that can mix, defoam, and degas liquids, powders, and pastes in seconds to minutes to produce a uniform, homogenous mix.
Inductive sensors rated for high temperatures
3 days agoContrinex's renowned temperature stability is even more apparent on its 'HIGH-temperature' rated inductive sensors. Some versions feature remote electronics in a small module positioned two metres away along the sensor's cable, which enables them to operate continuously up to 230degC.
Lane Electronics honoured with a Gold Tier Supplier award from BAE Systems
5 days agoLane Electronics has been presented with a prestigious Gold Tier Award for exceptional performance and contributions to supply chain success for BAE Systems' Electronic Systems sector in 2023.
HyperMile Racing Team Unveils Powertrain Innovation
11 days agoUniversity College London's (UCL) HyperMile Racing Team announces a pioneering advancement in automotive technology aimed at revolutionising efficiency in the Shell Eco-Marathon. Harnessing the power of Sensor Technology's TorqSense rotary torque transducer, the team has developed an innovative powertrain system poised to redefine performance standards in the eco-racing sphere.
Mouser Introduces Banner Engineering
4 days agoMouser Electronics is now shipping the R130C discrete IO-Link hub from Banner Engineering. The R130C IO-Link hub is a compact, top-exit IO-Link hub that allows connections for up to 16 non-IO-Link devices into an IO-Link system for industrial automation, sensor networks, supervisory control, data acquisition and IoT applications.
Simplifying industrial machinery safety
4 days agoEuchner will attend Drives and Controls 2024 at the NEC, Birmingham, from June 5-6, demonstrating how the company's products can improve safety in various industrial machinery applications and showing visitors the benefits of bringing safety devices into their fieldbus network.
Save a lot of time with Push-X technology
6 days agoThe new Push-X technology from Phoenix Contact speeds up wiring processes and increases efficiency. The system is suitable for all types of conductors, whether rigid or flexible, with or without ferrules.
Automatic stripping device for efficient wire preparation
14 days agoWith the new E.Fox S 10 automatic stripping device from Phoenix Contact, wires are stripped easily and efficiently with consistently high-quality results. Its special V-shaped blades cover a cross-section range from 0.08 to 10 mm2. With the optional flat blade, it processes flat-ribbon cables up to a width of 7.6 mm.
Flexible epoxy drives performance
14 days agoAdhesives and sealants specialist Intertronics has supplied Process Instruments (Pi), a water analyser instrument manufacturer, with high performance flexible epoxy IRS 2125. The versatile adhesive offered performance benefits as a thread locker on flow cells and an IP68 rated sealant on sensors.
Developing a reliable, repeatable UV curing process
39 days agoProcess speed and control are two of the many benefits that UV curing adhesives can bring to manufacturers bonding medical plastics. To build an accurate and repeatable new process, all process variables need to be understood, so they can be eliminated or kept within acceptable tolerances. Here Peter Swanson, Managing Director of Intertronics, explains how medical device manufacturers can achieve a reliable and repeatable UV curing adhesive process.
Industrial Technology Magazine - Spring 2024
Cover Story
2 Opportunities to drive your machine performance, from the innovators in valve terminals
Industry Update
8 Machine builders not yet reaping reaping benefits of digital transformation
10 Generating green power from ancient windmills
12 Who might be the potential purchasers for Innomatics?
14 Schneider Electric celebrates EcoCare launch at new Experience Centre
15 Millions of pounds written off by UK manufacturers
Design Engineering
19 Considerations for choosing an LED potting compound
20 Durability and customisation for fume cupboard controls
22 Operational security for enclosures
24 There’s more to making a spring than you might think
26 Designing with springs in non-standard materials
28 The right battery pack for a mobile industrial robot
Machine Building and Automation
31 Optimise helical gear design to minimise audible noise
32 Moving away from big data toward smart data
34 Machining of lead screws to meet individual needs
36 Machine safety indication can greatly increase productivity
38 New motor driven the roller is most powerful on the market
40 Custom linear motion solution drives hydro research project
42 Automation achieves perfect Easter egg flavour combos
44 From mass production to mass personalisation
46 The transition from electric drives to intelligent drives
48 Build your own AMR with IDEC Safety Wheel Drive
Food Manufacturing Live
A 20 page preview of Food Manufacturing Live, taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Birmingham on 1st May 2024