Automation – Page 418
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ArticleDifferentiation is key
With the aid of specialist software from Dassault Systèmes, American Specialty Cars has come up with an innovative open air roof solution that will rejuvenate the SUV marketDesign agility accommodates a soaring market opportunityThe right solution, used the right wayProducts are right the first timeAficionados know American Specialty Cars (ASC) ...
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Number of changes at the top managerial level in GHSP
Grand Haven, MI. – Paul Doyle has been named as President and CEO of control systems supplier GHSP, succeeding Jerry Scott. Scott will remain with the company as Chairman.Jeff Smith has been named Chief Operating Officer, and Dan Fisher has been named Vice President of New Business Development and Marketing, ...
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A dispute caused instant chaos at manufacturing giant Ford Austrailia
Melbourne, Austrailia – More than 200 workers at Melbourne-based Venture Industries walked off the job last week in a row over $25m in entitlements after the firm announced it was relocating to a different site.The dispute caused instant chaos at manufacturing giant Ford, which was forced to stand down almost ...
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Trumpf appoints two additional managing directors: Rübling and Kilian
Ditzingen, Germany – Trumpf has appointed two additional managing directors: Gerhard Rübling, Managing Director of Personnel and Services in the Machine Tool business division, was promoted to Labour Director and, in his new function, is responsible for the Services division group-wide. Friedrich Kilian, currently Managing Director of Development in the ...
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ArticleA platform for reduction
Zero wasteTotal system approachCommon compatible chemistryValue analysisFord is minimising environmental impact while maximising cost efficiency and performance at its Dagenham plant in a collaboration with BPReducing manufacturing costs, whilst simultaneously minimising the effect automotive production activities can have on the environment, seems like an impossible task.Ford and BP have worked ...
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ArticleThread Verification from New Vista
New Vista has developed a Thread Verification Unit for robot-guided inspection of internal threads in production parts. The all-electric unit checks thread size, depth and quality by powering a gage probe into and back out of a thread. GO gauging, NO GO gauging, and combination gauging are all possible. Three ...
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Article3C Test Ltd gains approval for whole vehicle testing
3C Test Limited have granted VCA Technical Service status and UKAS accreditation for Whole Vehicle Testing at its state-of-the-art testing facilities at Silverstone Circuit in the UK. The new 10 metre sem-anechoic chamber can accommodate large and heavy vehicles as well as standard passenger vehicles. The chamber enables EMC testing ...
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Chrysler appoints Nardelli as Chairman and Chief Executive
Auburn Hills, MI. – US carmaker New Chrysler has appointed Bob Nardelli, the former boss of the DIY store chain Home Depot, as Chairman and Chief Executive.Nardelli is best-known for his record-breaking $210m severance package, including $20m in cash, he received following his abrupt resignation from Home Depot in January.He ...
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Dürr FAS x-cal mobile test unit
Dürr Factory Assembly Systems (FAS) has developed a mobile test unit, x-cal, at the its Test Laboratory at Püttlingen in Germany. Offi cial recognition of the Test Laboratory as a certifi ed calibration laboratory complying with DIN EN ISO/IEC 17025 has already been given by the Accreditation Body.x-cal, being a ...
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High-speed wireless communication from Prosoft Technology
ProSoft Technology has added its new 802.11abg Industrial Hotspot to the growing line of RadioLinx products. The RLX-IHW functions as a wireless access point, repeater, or client and is designed for global installations.It offers high-speed wireless Ethernet communications including EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, and DNP over Ethernet for linking automation systems, ...
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ArticleFortress introduces a configurable E-stop
Fortress Interlocks has introduced an Emergency Stop (E-stop) into its eGard range of safety interlocks that can be confi gured to connect to a programmable logic controller (PLC) or AS-i network. The E-stop AS-i enabled has only one fl exible cable that clips the E-stop and base connector together for ...
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ArticleAluminium thermal processing from Can-Eng
Can-Eng Furnace’s Basketless Heat Treating System (BHTS) offers the latest technology available to manufacturers of aluminum intensive automobile components requiring thermal processing. The modernised rotary hearth furnace integrates multiple levels as a means of increasing the system capacity. In addition, rapid heating technology reduces the cycle time for processing, while ...
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ArticleStaytite nut offers better value
Independent tests have proven that the Staytite locking nut performs as well as contemporary brands, at a lower cost and with no sacrifice on quality. Satisfied clients include Triumph Motorcycles and the Ford Motor Company.Staytite’s Sales Director Michael Moore says: “Evidence, in both video and graph form, helps us to ...
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ArticleJoining forces for lighter components
Metal moulding is shaping up to bring the automotive industry a range of savings thanks to a partnership between Husky Injection Molding and the USCAR research group. AMS looks at benefits of ultra-large magnesium castingsMetal injectionUSCAR projectShape of casts to comeWhen you think of injection moulding materials, metals haven’t traditionally ...
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ArticleRhino inductive proximity sensors now available in AC/DC version
Pepperl+Fuchs has introduced its Rhino AC/DC cube-style inductive proximity sensors. These two-wire AC/DC sensors are available with a 20mm sensing range and are rated for 20-250 VAC/VDC operation. These sensors are well suited for automotive manufacturing, and any number of other applications requiring a 120VAC power source.Rhino AC/DC series proximity ...
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ArticleMountz torques up capacity with new EZ-Glider arm
Mountz’s new line high torque capacity torque arms for the EZ-Glider product family feature the ability to work with higher torque output tools and provide the ergonomic safety for their operators. The EZGlider torque arms are designed to improve production and quality control during the assembly process.Crafted with lightweight durable ...
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ArticleSeamless integration at Jaguar
When Jaguar closed down its Browns Lane facility in the UK recently, it had the daunting task of moving final assembly of its XK model to the nearby Castle Bromwich plant. It called on conveyor supplier Dürr to help solve the problem.Process of assembly has been improvedSuccesses to dateThe closure ...
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ArticleSummer update for Bruel & Kjaer’s sound meters
Sound and vibration expert, Bruel and Kjaer, has launched a new application that allows vibration measurements to be made using its 2250 handheld meter.This specially designed application, Fast Fourier Transform (FFT), performs frequency analysis and diagnostics measurements for high-precision noise and vibration testing in areas such as occupational, residential and ...
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ArticleKeeping the machines running
Fastems has worked with Doesburg Components of the Netherlands to become more productive while remaining competitive with companies which have shifted production to the EastBuilding for the futureQuality recognitionThe art of flexibilityFilling the gaps in the labour forceWhat does a heavy truck parts supplier to do when its competitors are ...
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ArticleDistributed frequency inverter for conveyor system applications
The Sinamics G120 series of inverters from Siemens Automation and Drives (A&D) is being expanded with a distributed version with degree of protection IP65. The Sinamics G120D is characterised by its very flat type of construction, a uniform footprint and high degree of uniformity for power outputs from 0,75 to ...