Latest News & Features – Page 257
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ArticleEntry-level vision system for colour applications
Cognex says its In-Sight 7010C, an entry level colour vision system, features 24-bit colour resolution that accurately identifies 16 million colour variations and is suitable for automotive manufacturing applications such as tyre model identification and fuse verification.Along with the In-Sight 7010C, the company is introducing three additional colour models, the ...
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ArticleExtended range of multi-sensor measuring equipment is launched
Hexagon Metrology has introduced three new Optiv Classic models to meet the European market demand for multi-sensor measuring machines at starter level.The company says its Optiv Classic 322, 432 and 443 are suitable for measuring flat parts such as punched components, circuit boards, foils or stencils, die cast and injection ...
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ArticleFlexible philosophy at Ford
Mike Farish takes a close-up look at how devolved management helps Ford operate highly flexible production on its powertrain linesOpened ten years ago at a cost of £325m, the Ford Dagenham Diesel Centre (DDC) comprises a climate-controlled production hall with 44,530 square metres of floor space for diesel engines plus ...
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ArticlePermeability measurement system, plus...
Versaperm says a new range of precise sensors for its automotive testing system not only check for any leakage (permeability) of hydrocarbons, but now also can check against CO2, water vapour, and virtually any other vapour.The company claims it can check ‘waterproof enclosures in automobiles against possible water damage that ...
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ArticleFacilitating mass manufacturing of carbon parts
Schuler now offers lines which it claims can economically produce carbon fibre-reinforced plastic (CFRP) parts, even in large volumes.For the manufacturing of carbon parts, the company says it uses the RTM (Resin Transfer Molding) process. Due to the geometry of the part or cavity surface, the die’s centre of loading ...
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ArticleUp-rated fettling booths accomodate larger parts
An up-rated version of Hosokawa Micron’s plug-and-play fettling trolley has been introduced.The company says the unit’s brush guarded, split side panels allow the it to accommodate larger parts and it has a simplified, quick change filter design that is constantly monitored by alarm activating pressure gauges.A back-draft extraction booth is ...
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ArticleA Formula One finish for the road
Ron Dennis and the birth of the chrome racecarProduction paint for road supercarsClean and open paintshop designPartnering for optimum colour consistencyAdvanced booth design and low bake ovensChrome paint on road carsAkzoNobel won the contract to supply paint for McLaren road cars partly through its experience with the chrome finish on ...
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ArticleAqueous cleaning machine combines spraying and immersion
The PALMA aqueous cleaning machine from MAFAC is designed for spray and flood washing of industrial components, says UK agent Turbex. The twin-tank machine is equipped with a quick-flood facility that fully immerses a basket of components within 30 seconds, it says.The second tank allows pre- or post treatments to ...
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ArticleSafety laser scanners reporting via EtherNet/IP
OMRON’s STI OS32C-DM safety laser scanners enable users to check the operating state, analyse the cause of an emergency stop via LAN, and take corrective action, even in large-scale applications with multiple scanners.The company says an updated confi guration tool now provides a “maintenance access level” that enables the user ...
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ArticleLinear actuator for process automation
Festo says its DFPI combines the functions of a linear actuator, a positioner and displacement encoder in one unit.The company claims the DFPI solution is suitable for controlling knife gate valves and shut-off valves with regulated strokes and for use with all linear-actuated process valves, and incorporates IP65, IP67 and ...
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ArticleLED worklights for production machinery
Patlite’s CLK series LED worklights feature micro-array lens technology that provides even light distribution with illuminance up to 2,100 lux.The company’s LED worklights feature a slim profile aluminium or stainless steel body that is resistant to water, oil and chemicals. IP66G, IP67G and IP69K-rated CLK series LED worklights offer one-touch ...
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ArticleLeitz’s co-ordinate measuring machine
Offering a basic accuracy of 0.6 + L/550 micrometres, Leitz says the PMM-Xi is suitable for calibrating measuring tools and as a reference instrument for the production floor, quality centres and measurement laboratories.As a universal measuring machine, the PMM-Xi takes the place of form testers, gear and camshaft checkers, and ...
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Environmentally-friendly transit coating
Cortec’s CorShield VpCI transit coating is an environmentally friendly, water-reducible concentrate designed as a replacement for oil-based corrosion preventives.The protective coating is applied to metal surfaces by spraying or dipping and is also translucent. The company claims that in ambient conditions the coating becomes dry to the touch 30 minutes ...
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ArticleGM’s faith in Europe
Ian Henry visits Opel’s Gliwice plant in Poland, which is at the heart of GM’s Drive! 2022 turnaround strategyGM’s European operations lost over US$1bn in 2012, and a similar or even worse loss is expected for 2013. Back in the US, however, GM senior management is standing behind its European ...
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ArticleNew Horizon for modular resistance welders
Miyachi Europe says its New Horizon resistance welding equipment allows users to create the best solution for their individual application through the use of a selection of modular components.Users can choose from a total of 24 modules to configure up to 400 weld heads and weld pincers, and the company ...
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ArticleWorkspace solutions that can help to create world class manufacturing facilities
Lista’s wide variety of storage and workstation solutions offer improved efficiency and organisation in manufacturing facilities.The company says its modular workbenches and workstations are suitable for use in cellular manufacturing, world class manufacturing, and lean manufacturing initiatives. The range includes workstations, mobile workbenches, and Nexus above-work surface accessories for tool ...
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ArticlePaint trends - balancing appearance and sustainability
More eco-friendly pre-treatmentMaterial and application advantagesEnergy efficient dryingUV-tech – the forgotten magic?Customisation and coatingWhether it is the auto body, the interior or the optimisation of the qualitative properties of the paint, coating is one of the challenges faced by the automotive industry and its suppliers. On the one hand, this ...
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ArticleMeasuring cells for 3D digitising and inspection
The newest addition by GOM to its ATOS ScanBox series is the 6130. Its largest model so far, the company says this unit is designed for components with a diameter of up to three metres.Equipped with the ATOS Triple Scan 3D sensor, the new 6130 offers a measuring cell with ...
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ArticleHigh-density connector system
Molex says its SpeedStack mezzanine connector system, is a high-density, low-profile solution that supports data rates of up to 40Gbps per differential pair. The company claims the system is suitable for OEMs that contend with limited PCB real estate. The connector system comes in multiple circuit sizes of 22, 44, ...
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ArticleNew generation of efficient screw compressors
BOGE claims its new S-3 series of screw compressors offer increased efficiency, quieter operation and an optimised sound pressure level.These compressors incorporate the company’s effilence air delivery system, which features a new 5:6 screw profile of the rotors (five main rotor teeth and six secondary rotor teeth). The company says ...