Automation – Page 372
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Dual-coil ignition system offering improved combustion
Similar to a plug top ignition coil, BorgWarner BERU’s latest technology consists of two ignition coils inside a single housing, connected directly to the spark plug in each cylinder.Currently under testing and development with several OEMs, BorgWarner says the new ignition system reduces ignition delays and allows more accurate ignition ...
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Hybrid connectors for automation application
Motorman and Power4Net hybrid connectors from TE Connectivity are available from TTI.The company says TE’s Motorman connector will allow for decentralised automation and the Power4Net connector is suitable for machine automation applications that require a higher performance data connection and power of up to 10A.The Motorman hybrid connector integrates signal ...
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Safety Interlock switch for space-restricted applications
Omron Automation and Safety has introduced D4SL-N Safety Interlock Switches, available with 4, 5 or 6 contacts for a number of applications.The company says the IP67- rated D4SL-N can be mounted in four different directions without needing to rotate the head. Two wiring methods (connector-type and terminal block-type) are intended ...
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WebinarRobotic laser cutting applications: Building competitive advantage using modular solutions
This webinar explored how current laser technologies combined with flexible robot based automation can help manufacturers build competitive advantage through quality and productivity improvements. This webinar was presented by: Nigel PlattNigel Platt Joined ABB Robotics in 1990 as Automotive Account Manager for the UK and has held various ...
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ArticleSPS-IPC DRIVES - Nuremburg 2012
Addressing practical problemsWide range of specialist exhibitorsAccessibility and sophisticationManaging workflow in the automated environmentSophisticated industrial communication systemsQuality of experience organisers key objectiveThis year’s exhibition, being held between 27-29 November, is according to the organisers stronger than ever, despite the difficult economic climate. The diverse nature of the automation market, and ...
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ArticleInstalling a flexible future at Kassel
Basic process control and workstations of assembly lines are decoupledSufficient reservesIn the assembly of axle drives for commercial vehicles, all relevant machine and operating data is acquired by a new RFID solution. In order to optimally synchronise the flow of materials and data, the transport controllers and workstations must be ...
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ArticleFumes-to-fuel
Different thinkingVOC captureGovernment supportFord’s Fumes-to-Fuel project has been developing systems to use VOCs to power fuel cells for nearly a decade. Its next installation will produce 300kW of power per hour, the company saysWhile their long-term effects are not completely understood, Volatile Organic Chemicals (VOCs) are believed to be among ...
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ArticleThe vital sunshine sparks
English ambitionPlanting sustainabilityRenault’s six-packSunny site upThe race to lead globallyFerrari’s red automotive masterpieces are produced at a plant that can claim to be among the leaders in green technology. Its Maranello factory is one of a growing number of auto manufacturing facilities that make use of solar photovoltaic (pv) power. ...
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ArticleWind of change blows in some surprising places
Foolish or far-sightedThe blades start turningVW dives inSuccess in SunderlandThe most visible form alternative energy generation is the wind turbine. It has been accepted across the world, although not without opposition – especially from those whose views would be spoiled by the planting of wind farms. But the questions on ...
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ArticleFasteners take hold
Saving cost, weight, time and the planetThe nuts and bolts of itSimplifying logisticsTechnical advancesJaguar Land Rover’s ‘all new’ 2013 model Range Rover marks a radical departure from the hefty leviathans that have previously made up the marque’s 40-year history. The fourth generation Range Rover is said to be the first ...
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ArticleForming a bond to replace spot welding
Sticky timesBody strengthBetter applicationUsing adhesives for body manufacture – adhesives which can be formulated for aluminium, steel and composite bonding applications on unprepared surfaces – is a trend that’s on the rise with automakers,” sums up Jeff Kapp, a structural adhesives specialist within 3M’s automotive division. “Some manufacturers have been ...
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ArticleSupplying Sturm solutions
The modern manufacturing industry relies on reliable, innovative, cost-effective solutions to produce quality products. The demands can be challenging, with economic and environmental pressures to contend with. We talked with Wilhelm Sturm, CEO of Sturm-Gruppe, and take a look at the systems and solutions being developed and engineered by the ...
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Ultra high-strength, electro-galvanized steel for the automotive industry
Docol 1400 MZE is the next generation of ultra high-strength steels from SSAB. The company says these new steels are stronger, safer and lighter, and come with a corrosion resistant electro-galvanized coating. They represent the strongest UHSS steels that SSAB produces for the automotive industry and achieve the balance between ...
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Enhanced laser scanning technology
Hexagon Metrology says it has developed its laser scanner technology for portable measuring arms. The integrated laser scanner for the ROMER Absolute Arm is now faster, offering an acquisition speed of up to 50,000 points per second, claims the company. Along with this development, the company is also launching a ...
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Additional speed control options for overhead lifting equipment
Konecranes has introduced two speed control options, Extended Speed Range and Adaptive Speed Range for overhead lifting equipment motors for the automotive industry. The company says these are cost-effective options to achieve high average hoist speeds without increasing motor size. Offering a range of lifting products for the automotive industry, ...
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ArticleHigh-performance pre-treatment for automotive applications
The individual body parts of an automobile have to be carefully cleaned of dirt, dust and other foreign matter and then properly prepared for the subsequent painting operation. Henkel says it offers optimised pre-treatment processes adapted to the requirements of its partners in the automobile industry. The company has developed ...
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ArticleAir filtration units for capturing oil mist in production facilities
Two new ScandMist air fi ltration systems for capturing and removing oil mist from manufacturing facilities have been introduced by Clean Air America. The company claims the ScandMist 70D and 100D offer compact and effi cient oil mist fi ltration solutions for any size plant or facility. The new systems ...
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Microsite offers MAG welding information
ESAB has developed a new microsite that it claims will help users of MAG welding to increase their productivity and quality. The company says the microsite explains the benefi ts of non-copper-coated OK AristoRodTM MAG wires. Additional details are provided about Marathon PacTM bulk wire drums and the company’s SATTM ...
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Improved electrical discharge machining equipment
Reduced energy consumption and demand for consumable parts, as well as an integrated generator are some of the developments featured on Mitsubishi Electric’s new MV series wire-cut EDMs. The company claims it has succeeded in reducing energy consumption by up to 42%, and also the demand for wear and consumable ...
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EX connection system for Class I, Division 2 and Zone 2 hazardous locations
The Brad Ultra-Lock (M12) EX Connection System, from Molex has been designed to provide process automation installers with a connection interface for instrumentation and control devices in potentially explosive and hazardous areas. Molex says the Ultra-Lock (M12) EX features patented push-to-lock technology, and includes an integral isolating ring that limits ...