MachineBuilding.net

Issue No: 176

24th November 2021

 

A time for even greater resilience

Inflation is on the increase. Demand for oil and gas is pushing up energy prices worldwide. Meanwhile, shortages of many goods are causing supply problems and impacting prices. With interest rates likely to be increased soon, the machine building community will once again be tested. No doubt its renowned resilience will carry it through yet another challenge.

With best regards

Brian Wall, Editor
editor@machinebuilding.net

 

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EDITORS CHOICE

Free Guide to the Machinery Directive

The latest edition (January 2021) of the unique MachineBuilding.net Guide to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC has been published and contains updated information for machine builders.

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Free Guide to the Machinery Directive

 

Free Guide to Food & Beverage Industry Machine Design

Now published is the MachineBuilding.net Guide to Food & Beverage Industry Machine Design. You can download a free copy here.

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Free Guide to Food & Beverage Industry Machine Design

 

ETP-EXPRESS hydraulic bushes are quick to mount and dismount

In this video ABSSAC reveals the secrets of the hydraulic shaft-hub connection called ETP

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ETP-EXPRESS hydraulic bushes are quick to mount and dismount

 

MONORAIL MR roller guideways launched

Moore International has introduced the new MR4S series of Schneeberger high precision roller guideways. They are said to provide "Greatly extended life in arduous conditions"

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MONORAIL MR roller guideways launched

 

CASE STUDIES, NEW PRODUCTS & NEWS

Quick-action integration via IO-Link

Leuze says that its new MD7 enables powerful automation in a cost-effective way

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Quick-action integration via IO-Link

 

Light touch pays off with automated dispensing system

A lighting manufacturer’s throughput has increased fourfold, thanks to Intertronics’ support

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Light touch pays off with automated dispensing system

 

Free guide to cable management for different applications

This free guide from Essentra Components leads design engineers through the process of selecting the right cable management options.

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Free guide to cable management for different applications

 

Getting the best out of hub and shaft clamping

ETP-HYLOC promises high torque and excellent concentricity, says ABSSAC

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Getting the best out of hub and shaft clamping

 

Looking forward to a brighter future

Modular aluminium profile systems supplier MiniTec embraces the role of ‘one-stop shop for smart industry’

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Looking forward to a brighter future

 

Protecting machinery against hazardous conditions

The Proton R-Type advanced solenoid interlock from Mechan Controls is said to be “ideal for use in high-risk applications”

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Protecting machinery against hazardous conditions

 

No longer ‘just a box’…

Suppliers are adding value and engineered excellence in electrical enclosures. In this article, Chris Lloyd, managing director of Spelsberg UK, explains the trend in the enclosure market and where it’s heading

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No longer ‘just a box’…

 

New programmable linear measurement solution unveiled

British Encoder Products Company has introduced a solution that is said to offer more durability and resistance to contamination

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New programmable linear measurement solution unveiled

 

The upsides of electromagnetic clutches

jbj Techniques highlights attractive solutions that are designed to function and survive in harsh environments

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The upsides of electromagnetic clutches

 

Faster assembly of machines

The speedier assembly of machines is a useful asset to all manufacturers, and FATH Components is a leading supplier of products for this purpose. The company offers a variety of solutions, as UK Managing Director David Hayes explains

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Faster assembly of machines

 

Maintenance-free knife edge rollers expand igus range

iglidur rollers with predictable service life ensure product transport in food technology

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Maintenance-free knife edge rollers expand igus range

 

Free updated Safety Distance Calculator tool, at the ready

The new calculator from Procter is said to be an ‘Invaluable aid’ when designing and specifying perimeter guarding for machinery

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Free updated Safety Distance Calculator tool, at the ready

 

Optimise a drive in 60 seconds

Lenze says that machine commissioning times have been "Significantly reduced" thanks to its integrated auto-tuning function

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Optimise a drive in 60 seconds

 

Remote access for machine operators

Lenze showcases its solutions for end-to-end digital engineering in Nuremberg

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Remote access for machine operators

 

EVENTS AND COURSES

Webinar to tackle evolution of factory and process automation

Your chance to register for: ‘Enabling Next-Generation Intelligent Process Automation: From Sensors to Servers’, hosted by Matthew Burns of Samtec

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Webinar to tackle evolution of factory and process automation

 

DAILY DILBERT

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Daily Dilbert Cartoon

 

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mark@theengineeringnetwork.co.uk

 

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