Machine Building

NSK bearings save steelworks EUR372,555 per annum

NSK's expertise in solving issues for the worldwide steel industry is helping achieve savings of EUR372,555 per annum on a continuous annealing line thanks to the elimination of unplanned downtime resulting from failed bearings.

19th December 2019

igus linear guides used in long jump competitions

In athletics, some disciplines are difficult to follow for spectators. For football, it is clear to see when the ball is in the goal. In long jump, however, it is it is not easy to judge whether the last jump has set a new record. Virtual lines help the TV audience but they are not visible to spectators in the stadium. The PrimeLine system, developed by Golden Fly Sports GmbH, solves this problem by projecting the "˜mark to jump' onto the sand.

18th December 2019

30 years of supplying ESAB products to Armultra

ESAB and their distributor partner for East Anglia, Elmdale Welding & Engineering Supplies Ltd, have been supporting Armultra Ltd, a specialist welding contractor and fabricator, for 30 years. Armultra is expanding rapidly and welding processes are critical to its success, so the company has nurtured a close relationship with ESAB and Elmdale for the supply of welding equipment, consumables and technical services.

13th December 2019

Elesa supplies rugged handles for Newgate security gates

Newgate are a British manufacturer who have been at the forefront of gate and barrier installations in the UK since 1984 with a full range of standard as well as tailored gates, barriers, turnstiles, bollards and road blockers. It is a business that lives on its ability to provide rugged, reliable products quickly with a comfortable user interface where pedestrians especially can operate gates, etc., in a relaxed way. With high-end customers from ASDA and Aston Martin to Tesco and Vodaphone, reputation is everything.

10th December 2019

Medical packaging company cuts costs with peristaltic pumps

Westfield Medical, a manufacturer of single-use packaging for hospital sterilisation and medical device applications, has fitted six of its machines with 530UN/R2 peristaltic process pumps from Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG), which have replaced rotary pumps after repeated failures were encountered. The move has led to a significant reduction in downtime at the company's Somerset facility near Radstock, and cut the cost of maintenance and replacement parts.

10th December 2019

Kawasaki robot selected for demoulding concrete slabs

Concrete evidence has emerged of another export success for Stoke-on-Trent based engineering firm Morris Brothers, following the delivery of a custom-built slab moulding machine to an overseas customer. Morris Brothers is one of the UK's oldest established manufacturers of concrete moulding machines, and for this latest export success, a Kawasaki robot proved invaluable in helping them secure the contract.

10th December 2019

maxon DC motors combined with 3D printing in bionic hand

For 21 years, Danny Florence has lived with one hand. But when he became a father, he decided to apply for an Open Bionics Hero Arm. With the help of the maxon driven prosthesis he can now build a strong bond with his son.

6th December 2019

igus robotic arm stars in The Gadget Show celebrations

During day-to-day business at igus UK, it is not unusual to get the odd phone call from customers and potential customers who have a novel idea on a new machine or concept. One Friday morning, a few weeks back, igus received such a call from the producer/director of The Gadget Show, a long-running television series on Channel 5 that focuses on consumer technology.

4th December 2019

Lubrication units improve reliability for cereal manufacturer

The introduction of NSK linear guides with K1 lubrication units has helped a cereal manufacturer overcome contamination issues on its bagging machines, a move that is saving the company almost €65,000 a year.

4th December 2019

How igus e-spools help loudspeaker arrays fly

Sophisticated acoustic modelling helps sound engineers in theatres and concert halls achieve optimal clear sound and sonically uniform coverage around the venue. However, some flexibility is needed within the fixed installation to allow for the different audio projection needs of visiting performers.

3rd December 2019