Automation – Page 369

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    Five-axis horizontal machining solutions

    2013-03-01T10:26:35Z

    Handtmann says it has further developed its HBZ Trunnion fi ve-axis horizontal machining centres.The company says its focus for 2013 is improving productivity through horizontal machining and the arrangement of the axes together with a single piece machine bed and three-point fl oor mounting, offers good rigidity and process reliability.The ...

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    New options enhance industrial opto-digital microscope systems

    2013-03-01T10:23:54Z

    With the first update of the DSX industrial microscope systems, Olympus says it has introduced a series of options to increase image quality and the ergonomics of its devices.The new Super HDR software has been developed to enhance the standard high dynamic range (HDR) function on the DSX100, DSX500 and ...

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    UHF RFID system provides a clear signal

    2013-03-01T10:14:54Z

    The new RFU630 UHF RFID system from Sick has been designed for challenging factory environments and overcoming the problems of poor signals caused, for example, by close proximity to heavy metal machinery and plant.The company says the RFU 630 read/ writer avoids signal reflection and distortion in ‘high noise’ conditions ...

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    Advance of the robot

    2013-03-01T10:13:03Z

    Steed Webzell looks at changes in robotic automation, revealing a sector rich in innovation and one that is witnessing rapid developments in both software and hardware.Ruthless production schedules combined with demand for unerring repeatability mean that common robot tasks in automotive manufacturing have developed far beyond spot welding to encompass ...

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    Welding guide for AHSS/UHSS steels

    2013-03-01T10:06:47Z

    SSAB has released a guide to welding with AHSS/UHSS steels. The company says the new guide offers the results and recommendations needed to optimise welding processes.SSAB says the guide presents a detailed overview of the most common welding methods in the automotive industry: resistance spot welding, laser welding and arc ...

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    Piston inspection system to prevent failures

    2013-03-01T10:00:56Z

    An automatic vision inspection system to read the alphanumeric product identifi ers cast into pistons has been developed by Olmec-UK Ltd for an automotive engine manufacturer.The pistons must be checked prior to engine testing to ensure that the correct ones are fi tted. The vision solution features the use of ...

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    Analogue device server for remote monitoring

    2013-03-01T09:55:15Z

    Lantronix says its xSenso analogue device server (ADS) is a compact DIN-rail or wall mount device that enables sensors with analogue outputs to transparently send real-time data to any node on the network or over the internet. The company claims it is suitable for data acquisition and alarm notification in ...

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    Reusable welded cable carrier transport rack

    2013-03-01T09:52:37Z

    igus UK has produced a new modular rack for the transportation and installation of pre-installed energy chain cable carrier systems. The company claims the new rack provides a solution for safely mounting and transporting an entire pre-confi gured energy chain system directly and precisely to the customer’s machine interface.The rack ...

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    Full range of machine guarding components

    2013-03-01T09:48:52Z

    Elesa has created products designed for builders and installers of equipment cages, access panels and associated control cabinets.Working on the basis of industry standard tubular frame systems, the company claims to enable complete frame assembly with associated panel fi xing, panel hinging, door fabrication, door hinging, locking and interlocking (pictured).

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    Unmanaged switches suitable for harsh duty Ethernet networks

    2013-03-01T09:46:36Z

    Molex claims its new IP67 sealed Direct-Link switch modules provide a simple and secure on-machine Ethernet switch solution. Suitable for installations located in extreme temperature conditions, the Direct- Link 8-port switches operate in -40 to +75°C.Tested to NEMA 6 and IP67 environmental ratings, the company says the new Direct-Link switch ...

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    Adhesive solution for DCPD bonding

    2013-03-01T09:44:19Z

    SCIGRIP has launched an enhanced product for bonding dicyclopentadiene (DCPD) composites. The company claims that different grades of DCPD can be adhered successfully using SG600 without the need for time-consuming preparation techniques such as flame treatment.SG600 is cold curing and also features ratio-adjustable cure times and rheology compatible with robotic ...

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    Leading the Alliance to safety

    2013-03-01T09:36:21Z

    Of Japan’s three largest manufacturers, Nissan was arguably the hardest hit in terms of destruction at its facilitiesIn the aftermath of the 2011 disaster, Nissan’s COO Toshiyuki Shiga launched an Earthquake Crisis Committee at company headquarters in Yokohama. The Iwaki Plant was closest to the quake’s epicentre and experienced the ...

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    Electronic control unit software tool

    2013-03-01T09:36:11Z

    dSPACE says its new SystemDesk version 4.0 is a convenient tool for completely modeling electronic control unit (ECU) software in compliance with AUTOSAR R4.0.The AUTOSAR data can be exchanged between OEMs and suppliers, as well as with other tools in the development process.The company says the dedicated dialogs and graphical ...

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    High-pressure pump for forging press use

    2013-03-01T09:25:59Z

    Bosch Rexroth has launched a new open loop axial piston pump, the A4VBO, which it claims works at a higher pressure, making it suitable for applications in the open die forging industry.The company says the pump has been designed to provide a long service life and low-level operating noise. The ...

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    Next generation of adhesion testers

    2013-03-01T09:15:38Z

    Elcometer has launched its latest range of pull-off adhesion testers – the Elcometer 506. These portable adhesion gauges are available in analogue or digital versions and are suitable for measuring the pull-off adhesion of coatings up to 50MPa (7250psi), either onsite or in the laboratory.The system features a quick connect ...

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    Additional inductive sensors offer compact machine mounting solutions

    2013-03-01T09:10:39Z

    New short cylindrical barrel and square profi le models have been added to Pepperl+Fuchs’ NBB range of inductive sensors.The company claims their compact size make them a suitable sensing solution in space-restricted machine mounting applications where super-fast switching speeds are necessary.NBB1.5-8GM16-E2 short barrel sensors are available in PNP normally open ...

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    DENSO INVESTE 1 BILHÃO NA AMÉRICA DO NORTE

    2013-02-22T12:00:23Z

    Denso investe US$ 1 bilhão para localização na América do NorteA Fornecedora global de peças automotivas Denso está investindo quase US$1 bilhão na América do Norte nos próximos quatro anos para aumentar a localização de seus produtos e equipamentos de produção na região. O movimento cortará a cara importação de ...

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    New trends in the process chain hot forming

    2013-01-17T17:24:29Z

    Modern automobiles have to satisfy the latest crash test standards. One way to achieve this is using high tensile strength steels in the passenger compartment. Laser technology is used throughout the press hardening process, due to its versatility in multiple applications.One of the new trends in hot forming is the ...

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    Stutelberg joins PPG as vice president

    2013-01-01T17:28:24Z

    USA – PPG Industries has announced that James Stutelberg has joined the company as vice president, automotive OEM coatings.Now based at the Troy, MI global headquarters of PPG’s automotive OEM coatings business, Stutelberg joins PPG from Dow Corning, where he was most recently vice president, global marketing and sales, with ...

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    Anliker appointed to managing director of Cadillac Europe

    2013-01-01T17:24:30Z

    Switzerland – Managing director of Chevrolet Suisse, Tom Anliker has become managing director of Cadillac Europe. He will succeed Wolfgang Schubert, who was leading Cadillac Europe operations since 2006.Anliker began his career with GM in 1989 and has served in various international sales and marketing executive assignments.www.cadillaceurope.com