Integrated motion drives packages for the food manufacturing industry
1 day agoWEG is a global manufacturer of electric motors, geared motors, drives and digital solutions, offering integrated motion drives packages for the food manufacturing industry. At Food Manufacturing Live, WEG will be endorsing the new highly efficient IE5 W23 Sync+ and IE6 W23 Sync+ Ultra motor.
Magnetic absolute encoder system for linear, partial arc or rotary applications
1 day agoRLS is pleased to announce the launch of Artos, an absolute magnetic encoder system that can be used in linear, partial arc or rotary applications. Artos was developed for motion control applications as a feedback element for angle and speed control loops.
Easy installation and programming for HMI management system
1 day agoThe HELIO HMI management system is easy to use and requires no installation or programming skills or specialist knowledge. The result of a collaboration between KEB Automation and HMI Project, the responsive design ensures that only one HMI is configured and can then be used on different panels and mobile devices.
The importance of the medical standard for medical devices
2 days agoThe medical standard places the highest demands on the safety of medical devices. By implementing the standard, manufacturers achieve better and more reliable processes and product quality at the highest level. With the successful certification of the medical standard and the perfect selection of all components and processes, SCHURTER says top-class HMI solutions can be developed for medical applications.
Ballscrew linear actuator selection made clear with Matara
2 days agoWhat are the key aspects to consider when selecting a linear ballscrew actuator? Matara assesses accuracy versus cost, the risk of backdriving, critical speed, load, environmental conditions, lubrication and maintenance.
The importance of measuring colour in industrial processes
3 days agoIn many industries, colour implies quality. It is therefore crucial to match the correct colour shade in the production process and to produce it homogeneously throughout numerous batches, says Glenn Wedgbrow, business development manager at Micro-Epsilon UK.
European Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 is replacing Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC. Technically, it has already come into force but there is a transition period during which machinery is still being CE marked to the old Directive. You can download a free copy of the Guide to the New Machinery Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 by completing the form here.
The MachineBuilding.net Guide to Food and Beverage Industry Machine Design provides information, hints and tips to help designers create state-of-the-art yet cost effective systems that meet applicable regulations and standards, while also providing the necessary levels of productivity, quality and reliability.
White paper sheds light on the challenges and solutions when using optical sensors
400 days agoA free-to-download white paper from sensing and instrumentation specialist Baumer considers all the challenges of why ambient light has such a significant influence on the performance of optical sensors and provides some practical solutions.
Traceability 4.0: The fundamental element of global manufacturing
498 days agoOmron has produced a whitepaper looking to developments in traceability, highlighting how so called ‘Traceability 4.0’ connects digital and physical technology to optimise and improve yield.
Whitepaper explores traceability in the FMCG sector
518 days agoRecognising how traceability has evolved due to the implementation of technology, Omron has produced a Whitepaper that explores the evolution of traceability and explains why the latest phase, Traceability 4.0, is not just about tracking products throughout the supply chain but also optimising productivity, quality and brand reputation within the manufacturing operation by tying product to process parameters.
