Machine Building

Prime Vision launches the Cloud Data Factory

Prime Vision is on the front line of the digital revolution helping postal and parcel companies make the transition from the old world to the new. This digital revolution has been occurring for the last half century. The speed of development does not slow, and the impact on every industry heralds the transformation of entire systems of production and management. But with this change, come great opportunities.

9th January 2018

Robust spindle drives with Vacrodur rolling bearing material

Vacrodur is an innovative rolling bearing material developed by Schaeffler that allows machine tool manufacturers to significantly increase the load-carrying capacity of spindles and greatly extend their operating life, even under very harsh conditions. The machine tool manufacturing sector therefore benefits from lower unit costs, longer machine running times, and increased availability.

9th January 2018

HBM introduces lightweight and flexible BU18 build-up system

Now available from HBM is the BU18 build-up system, which has been developed to measure or calibrate large compressive forces as a smaller and less expensive alternative to existing direct loading machines.

9th January 2018

Harting's Han PushPull Power L connectors in robust metal format

Harting is now offering its Han PushPull Power L connectors in a robust metal format which allows more room for installation and simplifies the wiring process when the connectors are used with large conductor profiles.

8th January 2018

Schaeffler integrates sensor technology into spindle bearings

At EMO 2017, Schaeffler presented a system for maximising the OEE (overall equipment efficiency) of machine tools - a newly developed range of sensors for main spindle monitoring that are integrated into the spindle bearings themselves. For the first time ever, machine manufacturers can now offer their customers a highly effective and easy-to-use device for increasing machine availability, productivity and quality. Using this system will reduce the frequency of spindle failures while simultaneously extending the operating life of the spindles.

8th January 2018

New from HBM: WTX110-A Industrial Weighing Terminal

HBM is introducing its new WTX110-A Industrial Weighing Terminal, which is the latest addition to its world-class WTX series.

8th January 2018

Easy transition from "˜helping hand' to full automation

New from RARUK Automation is ProFeeder, a compact, mobile and modular robot cell that can be easily moved between production and processing machines to increase productivity. It is designed to accept a robot arm - such as a Universal Robot, also from RARUK Automation - and can be systematically expanded to give manufacturers a growth path to full automation.

8th January 2018

Sophisticated servo control now with easier integration

Recently announced by KOLLMORGEN, the motion specialist's single-cable technology is now available for its SERVOSTAR series S700 servo controllers. Available with full technical support in the UK from Heason Technology, the single motor feedback and power cable option - which is well proven on the AKD and AKD-N servo drive range - brings benefits which include faster, more straightforward and lower cost installation.

5th January 2018

FLIR announces FLIR CM275 industrial thermal imaging clamp meter

FLIR recently announced the FLIR CM275 industrial thermal imaging clamp meter, which combines thermal imaging with electrical measurement features in one powerful inspection, troubleshooting, and diagnostic tool. Offering electricians a visual way to identify hot spots and overloaded circuits, the FLIR CM275 makes inspecting and servicing plant equipment and facilities safer and more efficient.

5th January 2018

RS expands HMI portfolio with Pro-face products

RS Components is adding a range of the most popular industrial automation devices from Pro-face to its portfolio of HMI (Human Machine Interface) products, including 10 touch-displays from the GP4100 series and two touch-PLCs from the LT4000M series.

5th January 2018