For the foundry, forging and machining industries, 2020 brings more flexibility and even better performance: with the new KUKA Foundry robots of the KR QUANTEC series, foundry robots are taking the next evolutionary stage.
Peter Müller, Vice President Product Center Modules at Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), comments on the background to the development of the new Computer-On-Module standard COM-HPC™:
In modern electrical systems, extensive monitoring by a wide range of sensors is often required in order to detect incipient insulation deterioration at an early stage and thus ensure both safety and high availability.
FAULHABER developed the new sterilisable 2057…BA family of motors especially for medical applications. In the sensor-free variant, the drives can withstand more than 1500 autoclave cycles. They are optimized for high speeds of up to 65,000 rpm, as are required in, e.g., the handpieces of dental equipment.
Global concern for the environment continues to drive developments in green technology and this is particularly notable in the increase in demand for electrical vehicles. As uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) increases, the EV battery industry has needed to grow in tandem. The specific benefits of HepcoMotion’s V guide system have proved invaluable in satisfying the requirement for new production facilities and processes.
Lantek has disclosed its economic results from last year, reflecting the steadiness of its rate of growth. In 2019, turnover reached 21.1 million euros, which implies an increase of 9.6% compared to the previous year, securing its position as leading company in software development and advanced manufacturing solutions for the metal and sheet metal sector.
With Schaeffler OPTIME, comprehensive and automated condition monitoring is now a cost-effective proposition for maintenance personnel and facility operators. Schaeffler OPTIME is an efficient and easy-to-use low-cost solution designed specifically for the comprehensive condition monitoring of all indirectly process-critical assets across entire machine and equipment parks.
After a successful pilot year of its 3D printer loan scheme, where global engineering technologies company, Renishaw, loaned 30 local schools a 3D printer for three months, the company has continued the project for a second year.