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An introduction to hazardous areas, ATEX and IECEx
This article from Kopex International explains the different types of hazardous areas, the European ATEX Directive and the similar international IECEx scheme.
This article from Kopex International explains the different types of hazardous areas, the European ATEX Directive and the similar international IECEx scheme.
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Corrosion protection for bearings - the many alternatives
Dr Steve Lacey, Engineering Manager at Schaeffler UK, explains the importance of selecting the correct coating or corrosion-resistant material for rolling bearings destined to operate in harsh environments.
Dr Steve Lacey, Engineering Manager at Schaeffler UK, explains the importance of selecting the correct coating or corrosion-resistant material for rolling bearings destined to operate in harsh environments.
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How to build a stepper motor control system
This article from National Instruments explains how a stepper motor control system can be built in just three easy steps.
This article from National Instruments explains how a stepper motor control system can be built in just three easy steps.
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Looking ahead to the new Machinery Directive
TRL Compliance offers some pointers towards the forthcoming changes to the European Machinery Directive.
TRL Compliance offers some pointers towards the forthcoming changes to the European Machinery Directive.
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Forecasting the future of machine-to-machine communication
This article from Lantronix looks at what is needed to bring about wider acceptance of machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, and how M2M will evolve in the not-too-distant future.
This article from Lantronix looks at what is needed to bring about wider acceptance of machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, and how M2M will evolve in the not-too-distant future.
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Why machines should have built-in condition monitoring
Jon Severn, Editor of MachineBuilding.net, outlines the arguments in favour of installing condition monitoring equipment on new machinery - as well as the benefits of retrofitting such systems.
Jon Severn, Editor of MachineBuilding.net, outlines the arguments in favour of installing condition monitoring equipment on new machinery - as well as the benefits of retrofitting such systems.
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The differences between EN 1050 and EN ISO 14121-1
Machine builders are generally comfortable with using EN 1050 for performing risk assessments, but now that standard has been superseded. This article highlights the differences between EN 1050 and its replacement, EN ISO 14121-1.
Machine builders are generally comfortable with using EN 1050 for performing risk assessments, but now that standard has been superseded. This article highlights the differences between EN 1050 and its replacement, EN ISO 14121-1.
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Why thin-section bearings suit robot applications
RA Rodriguez explains why Kaydon Reali-Slim thin-section bearings are suitable for use in robots, offering considerable advantages over conventional bearing types.
RA Rodriguez explains why Kaydon Reali-Slim thin-section bearings are suitable for use in robots, offering considerable advantages over conventional bearing types.
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SPS/IPC DRIVES International Workshop summary
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Safety advice for first-time users of industrial robots
Machine builders and system integrators installing a robot for the first time need to be aware of the important differences between conventional automation and robotic applications when it comes to safeguarding. This article from Pilz contains a wealth of useful guidance.
Machine builders and system integrators installing a robot for the first time need to be aware of the important differences between conventional automation and robotic applications when it comes to safeguarding. This article from Pilz contains a wealth of useful guidance.
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Ethernet offers advantages in coal mining applications
David Moss, business development manager at GarrettCom Europe, explains how Ethernet technology may hold the key to the UK's coal mining industry being able to continue extracting coal economically and safely.
David Moss, business development manager at GarrettCom Europe, explains how Ethernet technology may hold the key to the UK's coal mining industry being able to continue extracting coal economically and safely.
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Beware of the pitfalls of buying grey market bearings
Schaeffler (UK) Ltd is concerned that the grey market for bearings is putting distributors and end users at risk from breakdowns, litigation and void warranties.
Schaeffler (UK) Ltd is concerned that the grey market for bearings is putting distributors and end users at risk from breakdowns, litigation and void warranties.
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