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ArticleMazda starts production of the MX-5 RF
Japan – The MX-5 RF, featuring a retractable hardtop, is being produced at Ujina Plant No.1 near the company’s global headquarters in Hiroshima. Production began with models for the European and North American markets, where sales will start in early 2017. In Japan, the MX-5 RF will go on sale ...
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ArticleAudi Mexico opens supplier park
Mexico – Following the inauguration of its new San José Chiapa production plant, Audi has established a new, 26 hectare JIS (Just-in-Sequence) park next to the facility. So far Faurecia ET, HBPO, Thyssen Krupp Automotive, Truck and Wheel, TI Automotive, Kuehne+Nagel and Syncreon have set up operations there. They will ...
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ArticleJürgen von Hollen named president at Universal Robots
Denmark – Von Hollen was most recently the executive president of the Engineering Solutions Division, which includes the Automation and Controls business of Bilfinger SE, in Mannheim, Germany. There he was responsible for a global staff of nearly 10,000 and annual sales in excess of €1.0 billion. Von Hollen began ...
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Jobs boost at FCA Sterling Heights
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has been granted $4.6m to create 700 jobs at its Sterling Heights Assembly plant. The company was awarded the funds by a division of the Michigan Economic Development Corp (MEDC) and follows the FCA's announcement in July 2016 of its $1.5bn project preparing Sterling Heights for production ...
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ArticleCNC human machine interface
FANUC claims its iHMI (intelligent Human Machine Interface) provides a simpler, more efficient and intuitive way to interact with its 30i/31i/32i-model B CNCs. The iHMI features a flat-panel touch-screen display and a graphical navigation. It also incorporates a suite of new tools and features.The new Cycle Time Estimation function can ...
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ArticleSimulation for thermal management
Ansys claims its AIM 17.2 can accelerate product design through upfront simulation with this new version offering enhanced engineering simulation for thermal management.The new version of AIM builds upon its existing, combined fluid thermal and solid thermal-stress capabilities with momentum and heat sources now available for fluid and conjugate heat ...
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ArticleBio-based polyamide for automotive cooling systems
Royal DSM says is has developed a new application for a hydrolysis-resistant grade of its high performance bio-based polyamide, EcoPaXX. The company claims one particular grade, EcoPaXX Q-HG6/7, is suited for applications such as expansion tanks that need to resist coolants at high temperatures. DSM say it enables part weight ...
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ArticleTanaka heads up Mazda R&D in Europe
Germany – Matsuhiro Tanaka is the new vice president of Mazda’s European R&D Centre, based at Oberursel, Germany.Tanaka first joined Mazda in 1984 after completing an engineering degree at Yamaguchi University. He was initially involved in assorted roles related to crash safety and has since gained more than 30 years’ ...
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Next generation automation software
Progea USA has released its Movicon.NExT Version. 3.0. automation software. New features include: new iOS and Android apps for web client access using smartphones and tablets; new and advanced report designer; recipe management enhancement to include remote activation; function block diagram feature.The company says NExT is structured on modular concepts ...
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ArticleAutomated gasketing
Graco says its Dispense Analyzer error detection system is designed for critical dispense applications where precision dispense required, such as those in automotive manufacturing. The Analyzer pairs quantitative dispense monitoring with effective dispense equipment, the Graco PCF (Precision Continuous Flow) system.The company says its Dispense Analyzer (jointly developed by Graco ...
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ArticleWork begins at JLR Nitra site
The brand new 300,000 sq.m facility, now under construction in western Slovakia, will manufacture JLR's new range of high-tech, lightweight aluminium vehicles. With an annual capacity predicted at 150,000 cars, production is set to begin in 2018.The £1bn facility will be the first in Europe to use Kuka’s Pulse carrier ...
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ArticleCompact laser profile sensor
The scanCONTROL 2910-25 BL is a new high performance compact laser profile sensor from Micro-Epsilon. The company says it features integrated electronics, which uses a sharp-focused 10mm blue laser line for measuring small objects or difficult-to-measure surfaces.The company states this sensor is suitable for applications where absolute precision is required ...
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ArticleNew CNC machines
Haas Automation now offers its new ST-15Y big bore, small footprint CNC turning centre. The company says the ST-15Y provides 102mm of Y-axis travel (±51mm from the centreline) for off-centre milling, drilling and tapping, and comes as standard with 6000rpm high-torque live tooling and a full C-axis for four-axis capability. ...
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ArticleImage-based code reader
The Lector630 is a new addition to Sick’s family of image-based code readers. For code reading duties in the automotive industry, this code reader offers up to 2 megapixel resolution reading with adjustable integrated lighting and a choice of exchangeable optics. The company says that engineers can tailor the best ...
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ArticleDual-dynamometer testing system
Sakor Technologies says its dual-dynamometer system consists of two 224 kW AccuDyne AC motoring dynamometers and features its DynoLAB test automation controller. The company says the AccuDyne dynamometers offer full 4-quadrant operation with seamless transition between loading and motoring modes, and are suitable for testing transmissions, transfer cases, clutches, and ...
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ArticleRobotic sealing system
The EcoRS 30L16S machine can perform rough seam sealing and its shortened arm 1, (800mm long) makes it much easier for the robot to enter the car body, claims Dürr.It is equipped with the latest application equipment, the EcoGun2 3D. This features an applicator with a lance length of 350mm, ...
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ArticleAdditive and subtractive machine centre
Mazak says its INTEGREX i-400 AM machine combines additive manufacturing with multi-tasking capability. The company says the system integrates Direct Energy Deposition additive manufacturing technology into a 5-axis multi-tasking machine to offer machine users hybrid technology and subtractive manufacturing in one platform.The INTEGREX i-400 AM makes use of a built-in ...
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ArticleCompact sliding clamp
Its new range of compact, hydraulic sliding clamps facilitates clamping in tight spaces on systems, press beds and rams, and provides the same clamping force as the “classic” sliding clamp, claims Roemheld. The company points out that a new ergonomic design, with recessed grips and rounded edges, makes handling safer ...
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ArticleSelf-clinching pilot pins
All PEM self-clinching pilot pins can be installed in thin metal sheets and become permanent parts of an assembly, and they are suitable for positioning, alignment, or pivot applications, says PennEngineering.PEM Type TPS (300 Series stainless steel) pins install in steel or aluminium sheets and PEM Type TP4 (400 Series ...
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ArticleMulti Layer Furnace for press hardened parts
AP&T says it is now launching a new generation of its Multi Layer Furnace (MLF) for press hardened vehicle parts. The new furnace has been developed on a number of points compared to earlier models, resulting in improved process stability and availability, claims the company.The new generation of MLF is ...