Automation – Page 107
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ArticleStandardised CNC control
Mazak says its latest machine to feature a Siemens CNC is its VTC-760C vertical travelling column machining centre, which is controlled by the new Siemens 828D control. The company says the VTC-760C is powered by a 12,000rpm spindle and offers rapid traverse rates of 42m/min in the X-, Y- and ...
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ArticleFibre laser for part marking
Foba claims its new 100-Watt fibre laser (Y.1000) allows for marking substrates that are usually difficult to mark with lower powered lasers. The company says the unit’s design allows for simple integration into existing production lines and is suitable for marking and engraving automobile components, offering long-term legibility throughout the ...
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ArticleVW’s Navarra plant to build T-Cross
Spain – The news that the Spanish VW plant, which has produced the Polo since 1984, will build a second model for the first time in its history, was announced by Dr. Andreas Tostmann, head of Volkswagen Production & Logistics. The new T-Cross compact SUV will share its matrix with ...
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ArticleNew VP to lead Nissan Canton
USA – Nissan has announced senior management changes at its Canton, Mississippi facility. Effective 1st September 2018, Philip Calhoun will take over as vice president Manufacturing at the plant. Calhoun will be based in Canton and report to Heath Holtz, senior vice president, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management and Purchasing, Nissan ...
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ArticleInverted metallurgical microscope
Olympus says its new GX53 inverted metallurgical microscope features MIX observation for clear imaging of structures and surface features, an LED light source for true-to-life images with consistent colour temperature, and coded hardware enabling faster inspections and improved productivity.The company states that GX53 also features the latest version of Stream ...
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ArticleApp for robot control operations
PickAPP is an Android application for an 8-10-inch tablet, configured with graphical operations which Comau claims improves the overall user experience. The company says the App enables anyone familiar with smartphones to be able to move a robot and create a pick and place process by preparing a list of ...
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ArticleFixture-free marking
At IMTS 2018, FOBA will showcase an innovation in direct-part laser marking that removes the need for to hold components in a fixed positionAs Dr. Faycal Benayad-Cherif, business manager for software and vision at FOBA explains: “Today, in 95% of the laser-marking applications, automotive components must accurately be fixed to ...
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ArticleParting-off system
Sandvik Coromant claims a new blade for its CoroCut QD parting-off system, when used combination with new process methodology, improves the tool’s stability by realigning the resultant cutting force.The company says its engineers have developed a solution that takes advantage of capability in modern turning centres and multi-task machines to ...
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ArticleThermosetting adhesive tapes
tesa’s claims its reactive HAF thermosetting adhesive tapes have been designed for use in creating compact lightweight designs that reduce emissions and fuel consumption. The company says these tapes feature an adhesive layer that contains nitrile rubber and a phenolic resin, and when heated a chemical reaction is started that ...
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ArticlePhotoelectric smart sensors
The W16 and W26 proximity, reflex and through-beam sensors include Sick’s new BluePilot assistant, which the company says features five top-mounted LEDS for quick and accurate alignment of the sensor’s light spot. The BluePilot combines a potentiometer and teach-in button, which are claimed to simplify set up, range assessment and ...
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ArticleManipulation of heavy workpieces
Roemheld says the articulated arms on its new Centrick manipulator allow workpieces of any shape weighing up to 2 tonnes to be continuously rotated and tilted by up to 90°.The company claims this latest addition to the Modulog range is ergonomic and space saving, and it moves components close to ...
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ArticleSelf-piercing earth stud
The new KSB earthing stud from Profil is self-piercing, removing the need for additional processes involved in either welding studs into place or having to drill holes and then bolt them on, claims the company. Also, with material thicknesses being reduced to save weight, the company says the use of ...
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ArticleLow reaction tool range
Atlas Copco says it has developed a range of ‘Low Reaction’ (LRT) handheld tools designed for assembly operations. The company claims this new line-up of battery and DC-powered tools has been developed to improve both operator ergonomics and factory optimisation.Part of this development is the Transducer Battery Pulse (TBP) based ...
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ArticlePau para toda obra
A fábrica de Inönü da Ford Otosan abriga uma mistura de produção incomum e está assumindo mais projetos. Michael Nash investigaInönü é uma cidade pequena e pacata no noroeste da Turquia. A cidade mais próxima, Eskisehir, fica a 40 minutos de carro e é povoada por jovens estudantes que frequentam ...
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ArticleO próximo gigante europeu?
Novos modelos e maior participação no mercado: Ian Henry relata a melhoria de perspectiva da PSA sob a liderança de Carlos TavaresQuando Carlos Tavares chegou na PSA a partir da Renault em 2014, ele começou a transformar a empresa que estava deficitária. Seu plano, incorporado ao slogan "De volta à ...
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Article4th gen A-Class at Valmet Automotive
Finland – Having built the previous A-Class generation, the Finnish contract manufacturer said that only limited changes were needed at its Uusikaupunki plant to produce the new A-Class. The bodyshop has seen the most upgrades, where all manual workstations are now automated, increasing the number of body shop robots to ...
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ArticleBMW & Great Wall in electric vehicle JV
China – BMW Group and Great Wall Motor have signed an agreement to produce MINI electric vehicles through a new 50:50 joint venture based in China. This new joint venture, “Spotlight Automotive Limited”, will also produce electric vehicles for Great Wall, and the partners intend to build a new state-of-the-art ...
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Article¿El futuro gigante europeo?
Nuevos modelos y una mayor cuota de mercado: Ian Henry informa sobre la mejora de PSA bajo el mandato de Carlos TavaresCuando Carlos Tavares llegó a PSA de Renault en 2014, su objetivo era devolver a los beneficios a una empresa que perdía dinero. Su plan llevaba el lema de ...
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ArticleA future European giant?
New models and increased market share: Ian Henry reports on PSA’s improving fortunes under Carlos Tavares’ leadership When Carlos Tavares arrived at PSA from Renault in 2014, he set about turning around the loss-making company. His plan, embodied under the strapline ‘Back in the Race’, aimed to restore PSA to ...
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ArticleMaestro de mucho
La planta de Inönü de Ford Otosan cuenta con una inusual combinación de productos y asume ahora nuevos proyectos. Informe de Michael NashInönü es un pequeño y tranquilo pueblo al noroeste de Turquía. La ciudad más cercana es Eskisehir, se encuentra a 40 por carretera y es una ciudad ocupada ...