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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 ...
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Low cost electric water-cooling pump for cars
Aisin Seki claims it has successfully developed a smaller, cheaper electric cooling pump through some effective effi ciency optimisations. The company says its electric pump uses a newly shaped impeller to improve performance. In addition, the design positions the components so that both the motor effi ciency and the centrifugal ...
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Gauge marking label to help with productivity and quality control
Gauge marking label is intended to assist machine operators to quickly identify gauge and inspection parameters and specifications. Visual Workplace says it is suitable for error-proofi ng Go-No-Go gauges, pressure/vacuum gauges, alignment measurement gauges and other inspection tools to help maximise productivity and quality control.The material is 2mm thick and ...
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Variable cam timing technologies increased to cover 14 engines
BorgWarner says it will expand its variable cam timing (VCT) technology with a new family of cam phasers for I4 engines. The company claims the modular design supports a variety of cam phasing technologies, including cam torque actuated (CTA) and torsional assist (TA) phasers with w optional mid position lock ...
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ArticleAll-in-one optical sensing solution
Pepperl+Fuchs claims its Series 61 photoelectric sensors offer machine builders a cost-effective, high optical power solution. The company says these UL and cUL listed sensors are available in DC models with its 4-in-1 output and AC/DC models with SPDT relay output, for a number of applications. AC/DC versions with SPDT ...
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LED display boards offering real-time production status
VE series visual LED display boards provide realtime production status indication to alert workers and supervisors to manufacturing productivity, says Patlite. The VE series offers four-digit, three terminal ‘Plan’, ‘Actual’ and ‘Status’ indication with 25mm digits or 100mm digits depending on application requirements.These display boards can be used as a ...
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ArticleNew machining turning centres out this year
Yamazaki Mazak says it is launching 13 new models this year. These will include new size options for a number of turning centre machines, including a new Slant Turn Nexus 600 M and a new Hyper Quadrex 250 MSY. The Quick Turn Nexus series of machines will also be supplemented ...
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ArticleHigh-performance power supply for single-phase networks
Siemens’ industry automation division has extended its range of Sitop single-phase power supplies, with three single-phase 24V power supplies with rated output voltages of 2.5A, 5A and 10A, plus two 12V power supplies with 7A and 14A. The company says the output voltage of the new PSU100S power supplies is ...
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ArticleLinear axis electric toothed belt drive for light loads
A new electric toothed belt axis with high feed forces and fl exible motor attachments has been launched by Festo. The ELGA linear drive integrates a plain-bearing guided belt drive which the company says is suitable for positioning lighter loads quickly and is easy to handle and fi t, enabling ...
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ArticleESP unit is launched for premium segment
Bosch says it is adding a high-performance variant to its Generation 9 brake control systems. The core of the new smaller and lighter ESP 9 premium version is an especially effi cient return pump, which the company claims can build up brake pressure very fast and with very little vibration. ...
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ArticleBooster compressor generates oil-free 40 bar compressed air
Boge says its K8 Booster will compress air from 10 bar to a maximum pressure of 40 bar – completely oil-free. Driven by an effi ciency class IE 3 motor this unit generates, depending on the inlet pressure, a delivery volume of 1,160 l/min at a pressure of 40 bar. ...
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ArticleClamping components enhance adjustable mounting system
new selection of MSM-referenced components which include a clamping base, sensor holding clamps, connecting tubes, L brackets, two-way connecting clamps, fl anged bolts and square mounting tube have been added to Elesa’s adjustable mounting system. The company says these MSM components add to the functionality of this system which may ...
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ArticleCable entry connectors provide extra protection
Electrical systems faults in commercial vehicles can often be traced back to the cable entry points of electrical connectors, says Harnessfl ex. The company claims its range of connector backshells, which includes straight and elbow external connector interfaces, is designed to provide high integrity connections between various Ampseal connectors and ...
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ArticleJoined-up thinking at Fronius conference
Industry expertsComplex casingsLow volume approachGlobal production processesDelta spot weldingQuality controlFronius recently held its annual international conference, and this year’s topic was 'Demands of joining technology for modern vehicle makers'. The Austrian company’s close working relationship with major OEMs was apparent from the number and quality of speakers present. All those ...
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ArticleAutomatic support from Voith on India
Cost increases vs efficiencyAttracting expertiseWith huge investment in vehicle manufacturing facilities being made in a rapidly developing market such as India, OEMs cannot afford any downtime in any production process. “Prevention is better than cure,” commented Marcus Glaser-Gallion, board Member of the Voith Industrial Services, on a recent visit to ...
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ArticleSafety moves in an integrated way
Comprehensive and globalImprovement through safetyIntelligent designLearning the waySafety in automotive assembly operations involves the interplay of numerous different factors – not least international managerial and technical standards, internal counterparts particular to individual companies and the effective application of appropriate procedures and technologies in the workplace. Each is in constant development ...
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ArticleAlways on the move in conveyors
Small but strongTime is of the essensceConveyors for container convenienceRapid pay-backPromoting performanceQuality control in commandAs a means of moving goods around production plants – whether isolated components or vehicle assemblies – conveyor systems remain a reliable, robust and proven option. Some basic attributes also remain constant, irrespective of the complexity ...
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ArticleNew central controller claims average energy savings of 10% in compressor rooms
A new central controller, which can be connected to up to 16 compressors, has been launched by Atlas Copco. The company says the ES 16 will provide compressed air users with one central point of control for an entire compressed air network. The controller will retrieve and process information coming ...