Machine Building

Getting the most out of micro controllers

A manufacturer of bioreactors has chosen to use four Mitsubishi Alpha micro controllers rather than a traditional PLC, with the Alphas linked to a Mitsubishi GT15 user interface.

30th November 2009

PLCs and HMI control innovative bioreactors

I4Innovation uses four Mitsubishi Electric Alpha PLCs and a GT15 HMI in the bioreactors that it manufactures for growing cell cultures.

30th November 2009

Hybrid gearboxes deliver high torque from 1.5kW motor

Brevini Posiplan BPH hybrid gearboxes have been selected for operating doors on the iron desulphurisation process at the BOS plant on the Scunthorpe Corus steelworks.

25th November 2009

Kopper Kooled brakes control position of drilling rigs

Wichita Kopper Kooled brakes are being used to secure the mooring of semi-submersible oil drilling platforms, their excellent heat dissipation capability meaning that they remain cool and provide fine adjustment while withstanding the huge variable forces on the cable drums.

25th November 2009

Bearing-less rotating cylinder clutch developed to order

Matrix International has developed a custom bearing-less rotating cylinder clutch for Sun's multi-axis dynamometer.

25th November 2009

Bearing change eliminates premature seal failures

NSK has helped a sewage plant operator to save EUR17,321 per annum and reduce maintenance requirements.

25th November 2009

Bearings and grease together save EUR337,600

By implementing a programme of material substitution and longer-life lubrication technology, NSK has achieved cost savings of EUR337,600 for a manufacturer of micro wind turbines.

25th November 2009

Clever design halves the number of valves required

A Burkert Robolux valve system is being used on an asthma inhaler cartridge filling machine, offering technological advantages and cost savings compared with alternative valve designs.

25th November 2009

Motors, inverters and soft starters for theme park rides

WEG motors, inverters and soft starters are providing safe and efficient operation of all types of equipment at Beto Carrero World, which is claimed to be the largest theme park in Latin America.

25th November 2009

Steel fabricator invests in Eagle M3 plasma machine

ESAB Cutting Systems has supplied an Eagle M3 plasma cutting and marking machine to The Steel People, enabling this company to boost its productivity and take on more work.

16th November 2009