All articles by AMS – Page 43
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ArticleNesting software for 64 bit
In its version for 64 bit, Lantek says the new software will provide increased memory capacity, higher performance and improve security. The company says it has taken its first step in upgrading its solutions to take advantage of the increased capacity offered by 64-bit microprocessors and is planning to market ...
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ArticleEmbedded OPC Unified Architecture
Festo says it has embedded OPC Unified Architecture (OPC-UA) into its valve terminals, enabling plant managers and engineers to realise the benefits of smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 principles. The company claims these valve terminals can now be embedded in any Industry 4.0 host environment.The company says all its valve ...
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ArticleCAM products for industrial manufacturing
Autodesk is introducing its new 2017 computer aided manufacturing (CAM) products for a number of advanced manufacturing applications ranging from CNC mill- and lathe-programming to complex mould and die manufacturing.The company says the CAM solutions include enhanced versions of FeatureCAM for automating CNC programming; PartMaker for precision part manufacturing with ...
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ArticleReplaceable head drill
On the TTD-Tritan-Drill the tool head and tool holder are joined by Hirth serrations, which Mapal claims is particularly stable so it retains the benefits and performance of the solid carbide equivalent. The company says it can be used in difficult drilling situations, such as inclined bore entrance or in ...
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ArticleNew machining centre
Hermle says its new C 250 machine offers X,Y,Z axis travels of 600, 550 and 450mm. The company claims on the 3-axis version, the rigid table can accept workpieces weighing up to 1,100kg, while machining of components up to 450mm in diameter by 355mm tall and weighing 300kg is possible ...
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ArticleNissan Tochigi starts Q60 production
Japan – Production of the new sports coupe has required several upgrades in the press shop, paintshop and assembly hall, including the introduction of what Nissan describes as “innovative manufacturing processes”. The plant has been making Infiniti vehicles since the brand was launched in 1989.The changes include deep-body stamping technology ...
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ArticleSupercapacitor module
The new XLR supercapacitor module is suitable for use in hybrid or electric vehicles, public transportation, material handling, heavy equipment, claims Eaton. The company says the device can reduce battery size and weight or replace batteries altogether depending upon the load profile.The 48V, 166F, 5mohm supercapacitor module is a self-contained ...
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ArticleMulti-metal machining system
Zimmermann says its new FZ40 compact (c) solution allows the machining of both aluminium and steel. The company says it has developed this system particularly for model and mould makers that want to boost their toolmaking activities.The FZ40 c uses a VH60 2-axis milling head, delivering 63kW of power and ...
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ArticleAutomatic inline surface inspection
The Car Paint Vision solution uses four robot-guided sensors within a production run, for the automatic inline inspection of painted car bodies says Isra Vision. The company claims that all relevant defects – (defects in coating and pigmentation, inclusions and craters, scratches and indentations) are reliably detected and classified.The company ...
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Ricardo and SGMW sign agreement
China – This strategic co-operation agreement between Ricardo Shanghai and SAIC-GM-Wuling Automobile (SGMW) includes the adaptation of Ricardo’s product development process in order to enable the Chinese OEM to achieve global standards for its new vehicle products and reduced time to market.This will see Ricardo assisting with the upgrade of ...
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ArticleCompact 40-ampere power supply
For industries that have high reliability requirements, Siemens UK & Ireland has added a new 24-volt, 40-ampere power supply to its modular SITOP product line for single-phase networks. The company claims SITOP SU8200 contributes toward high system availability by supplying up to three times the rated current for 25 minutes, ...
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ArticleOn-demand transfer case
A pre-emptive on-demand transfer case will initially be available for the new Jaguar XF and BorgWarner says it will also provide the all-wheel drive (AWD) technology for the XE and F-PACE crossover models.This transfer case directly connects to the vehicle’s control systems, which monitor signals such as steering wheel angle, ...
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ArticleImpregnation resins and systems for automotive applications
Loctite Impregnation Solutions (LIS) offers resins and systems suitable for sealing automotive castings and electrical components, says Henkel. The company claims the design of its LIS centres enables customers to achieve greater levels of sustainability by minimising resin usage, energy costs and shortening the processing time.In Europe the company has ...
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ArticleHeavy-duty cylinder liners
Federal-Mogul Powertrain says it is now offering ultra high-strength iron cylinder liners made of a special form of compacted graphite iron (CGI), designated GOE330, that reduces the typical bore distortion under maximum piston side thrust by up to 27%, compared to existing iron materials. It is used in liner applications ...
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ArticleRobot cell for loading systems
Automating the transport of parts to and from turning and milling centres can increase the productivity. That’s the claim made by Schuler for its LoadMaster Assist system. The company says this newly developed robot cell will perform additional tasks such as the clamping of raw parts in the devices or ...
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ArticleFord uses co-bots at Cologne
Germany – New collaborative robots, or co-bots, are helping assembly workers to fit shock absorbers to Fiesta cars. Personnel at two workstations are using the three-feet-tall robots to lift and automatically position the shock absorber into the wheel arch, before pushing a button to complete installation.According to Ngali Bongongo, a ...
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ArticleLightweight polymer A/C conveyance system
Eaton has developed new Polymer Air Conditioning Conveyance System (PACCS) lines, which it claims are a lighter-weight alternative to traditional aluminium tubing or rubber lines.The company says the PACCS lines are up to 50% lighter than traditional air conditioning lines, provide improved gas tightness, and are 90% recyclable at end ...
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Article3D metrology for casting process chains
GOM claims its systems can support and accelerate foundry processes using 3D metrology for all areas of sand, pressure and precision casting process: from the model and moulding tool, up to the sample test report and optimisation of CNC machining.The company says using its ATOS 3D scanners, including its most ...
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ArticleCompact push-pull robot welding torch
The Robacta Drive TPS/I welding torch has received a number of improvements including increasing the dynamic of the drive unit to33m/s², which Fronius says is ten-times that of its predecessor. Available as either a gas- or water-cooled version, the welding torch can now be fitted to robots capable of supporting ...
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ArticleUpgraded scanning sensor range
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence says the new versions of its HP-S-X1 series of compact probes feature a new bearing system for better joint repeatability and will now accept longer horizontal styli for improved flexibility.Featuring small external dimensions and supporting stylus lengths of up to 225mm, HP-S-X1 probes enable coordinate measuring machines ...