Machine Building

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

Peristaltic pump ends reliability problems at papermill

North Ridge Pumps' AMP range of peristaltic pumps are versatile for machine builders and users across a wide range of industries. The company recently helped a papermill that was struggling with their current installed pump on an inking machine. Transferring the water-based ink is a critical part of their manufacturing process and any downtime can lead to significant costs.

3rd December 2019

Automatic cardboard cutting machine uses Hepco's linear guides

G. Kraft Maschinenbau GmbH, based in Germany, develop special machines for different industries including the packaging industry. Packaging processes are often complex and the requirement for machines which can offer flexibility in cardboard processing is steadily rising. G. Kraft have subsequently developed the automated cardboard cutting machine, "˜VPS100.' In order to move quickly and precisely, the developers rely on HepcoMotion's GV3 linear guides. Thanks to its special features and properties, the GV3 range was a clear choice over competitors' guide systems. The V-bearings and rollers are able to provide smooth movement despite the high forces applied during processing; a must to enable precise processing of cartons.

2nd December 2019