According to igus, energy chains and specialist flexible cables are gaining in popularity for crane applications, offering a low-maintenance alternative to bus bar, festoon and reel systems
8th October 2010
Igus says that self-lubricating plain linear guides offer a number advantages for robotic welding applications, as the lack of oil and grease helps to prevent dirt and weld spatter becoming trapped.
Nova Design is undertaking design and CAD work as part of the programme to upgrade the London Eye in time for the 2012 Olympics.
6th October 2010
Transdev's Prototype Express fast turnaround gear cutting service enabled a replica sailing ship to be repaired within hours.
4th October 2010
Heason Technology has supplied a 2m, high-vacuum compatible ceramic motor system to Diamond Light Source for the I12 JEEP (Joint Engineering, Environmental and Processing) beamline.
Variohm-EuroSensor has supplied Novotechnik GL series hollow shaft potentiometric angle sensors to ASV for use in a new coastal class semi-submersible vehicle.
Variohm EuroSensor has supplied West Surrey Racing with a compact miniature 'stringpot sensor' from Celesco for use in a gearshift indicator system.
MiniTec's versatile Profile System machine building and framing system has been selected for the construction of large photo booths that are assembled on site for use on a short-term hire basis.
Aerotech is supplying custom-configured ANT130 series linear motor-driven nanopositioning stages to Altechna for use in femtosecond laser micromachining systems.
Abssac has developed a miniature (3mm diameter) lead screw for a medical application, creating a high-precision, reliable yet cost-effective product.
