All articles by Nick Holt – Page 49
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ArticleAbaqus advances
Dassault Systèmes has released Abaqus 6.8, its technology-leading unified finite element analysis software suite from SIMULIA. Engineers, designers, researchers, and scientists can use Abaqus to lower costs and reduce cycle times through the realistic simulation of stress, impact, crush, fluid-structure interaction, thermal dynamics, and other complex behaviours of products, materials, ...
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ArticleDürr’s measuring system moves in the fast lane
Today’s technology, based on stereo photogrammetry and laser arrays, is rapidly overtaking yesterday’s laser triangulation. The new technology is incorporated in Dürr’s innovative x-3Dprofi le wheel geometry measuring system, which has, since its launch, been integrated into 16 wheel alignment test stands. The breakthrough came at the end of 2007. ...
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ArticleUnrivalled load switching capability
Omron Scientific Technologies has released its G7Z high-capacity power relay - a compact and powerful alternative in applications where bulkier and less effi cient contactors have traditionally been used, occupying valuable panel space. Historically, conventional power relays have been limited to applications up to 25 A, but the rugged G7Z ...
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ArticleLight curtain reduces downtime
SICK recently launched its C4000 Select safety light curtain, a unique product that allows customers to use DIP switches for confi guration - instead of a PC. It also offers an integrated laser alignment tool, condensed, intuitive diagnostics, and the ability to cascade three C4000 Select pairs or a S300/S3000 ...
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ArticleAttractive synergy effects
CMT (cold metal transfer) has revolutionised welding applications. Its advantages include lower heat application and less distortion, extremely stable arc control, exact dosage of droplet detachment, prevention of splatter, thinner seams - even with coated sheet metal, as well as the ability to weld metals of different types or thicknesses. ...
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ArticleA good thing for small places
The new Type 2614A crank angle encoder from Kistler Instruments is ideal for installations where space is very tight, such as on road-going vehicles. The small cross section allows mounting where the distance between the crankshaft pulley and the vehicle body is as little as 35mm. The robust, stainless steel ...
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ArticleAccurate, secure turning operations
Sandvik Coromant’s CoroTurn TR interface was previously only available for multitask, multi-axis machines. Now the company has developed a new CoroTurn TR that optimises turning and profi ling operations in small part machining production and production using sliding head machines. The CoroTurn TR (T-Rail) interface has gained a valuable reputation ...
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Closed-loop system for quality management
With its Enhancement Package 3 for SAP ERP 6.0, SAP offers two new applications for quality management processes. The Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Control Plan create a fully closed-loop system for quality optimization in industrial companies that use SAP ERP. This ensures IT-based systematic and proactive defect ...
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Beko Technologies releases Air-Line Xtra
Compressed air, the preferred method of delivering energy lineside, is being used increasingly in both the manufacturing and process industries, where its distinct advantages of cleanliness, fl exibility, safety and economy are used to maximum advantage. Modern process equipment, pneumatic controls and instrumentation, however, demand a supply of clean, uncontaminated ...
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ArticleRCA accelerates repetitive 3D scanning
RCA (Robot CMM Arm) is equipped with patented technology to accelerate repetitive 3D laser scanning inspection jobs. It offers the automation capability of a traditional CMM and the mobility and part accessibility of an articulated arm. RCA combines a highly-accurate internal seven-axis articulated arm with an external skeleton driven by ...
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ArticleManaging the motor system
Managing a motor system can be complex and costly. Users can overcome the diffi culties and compatibility issues of upgrading their electronic systems with the Telemecanique TeSys T. This advanced motor management and protection system offers primary motor protection requirements and is adaptable to all installed base motor management needs. ...
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Tornos helps to improve productivity
The latest introduction to the Tornos family is the Delta – designed specifi cally to allow companies to meet the price points of simple production parts. The compact Delta line is available in 3-5 axes versions for parts up to 20mmØ and 210mm long. Tornos has also introduced the Deco ...
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ArticlePIAB systems help to lower carbon emissions
PIAB’s COAX system is an improved design based on its multi-stage concept for creating a vacuum with compressed air. It can be easily integrated into the body of manufacturing machinery with multistage cartridges, making maximum use of energy by eliminating line losses and ineffi ciencies. Even with the ultimate decentralised ...
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Cutting-edge technology at IMTS
The International Manufacturing and Technology Show (IMTS) will be held in Chicago, Illinois at McCormick Place from 8-13 September, 2008. One of the largest industrial trade shows in the world, this biennial event features virtually every manufacturer of equipment and accessories for the automotive sector. Here are some of the ...
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ArticleSize me up, smart
Daimler engineered the ‘smartville’ siteClose links to suppliersStop system on the line improves qualityAutomation is at about two per centIt’s all about qualityGetting smart statesideAs the only car still in production to feature in New York’s famous Museum of Modern Art, the smart has certainly succeeded in capturing attention. AMS ...
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ArticleEditor's Note: Clearing the backlog
The solution offered by General Motors to American Axle workers brings an end to one of the most bitter disputes in the recent history of vehicle making. The US$200 million offer from GM to pay off the supplier’s early retirement offers, pension plans and other buyouts, comes after the carmaker ...
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ArticleAll things automatic
From June 10 for four days, the Munich Trade Fair Centre in Germany will put everything in automotive manufacturing to the test at Automatica 2008. We preview a show that promises to attract 30,000 visitors to 900 exhibitors Automatica offers international coverage of assembly and handling technologies, robotics, machine ...
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ArticleSpeeding up production design with Delmia
Features of MGSSystem is efficient and intuitiveChina Motor Corporation (CMC), based in Taiwan, turned to a team from the National Tsing Hua University to assist it in completing its digital factory project. The result was a tailor-made program developed using Delmia V5 known as MGS.Prototyping at the China Motor Corporation ...
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ArticleCrisis? What crisis?
National boomAsset managementRevising the supplyRebalancing the lineRobot sourcingBigger flex and alcoholPetrol preferenceLocation, location, locationPersonal space issuesManufacturing – Argentina-styleNew credit laws have led to a boom in demand for new cars in Brazil, while Argentina is still on the rebound from the 2001 financial crisis. What does this mean for manufacturing ...
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ArticleEditor's Note: Is the US the new Mexico?
It used to be that carmakers were from a given country, an integral part of the national heritage. Every product announced how it was made with pride in towns full of hard-working people that lived and died the brand. You didn’t choose which company you worked for, your birthplace chose ...