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Orders and output volumes expected to increaseWhile optimism is in short supply among manufacturers right now, the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends survey suggests that the rate of decline in sentiment is falling. Output is stable, while supply chain pressures, labour shortages and energy costs are easing slightly. And firms expect output volume to increase in the current quarter. This is not to say conditions are going to be easy through 2023, but ours is a resilient sector, and even in challenging times there will be opportunities for growth. With best regards Mark Simms, Editor
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Industry leaders embrace new machine building eventAlmost 80 of the top suppliers to the UK’s machine building and systems integration community have already signed up to appear at MachineBuilding.Live on 4 October this year. The event takes place at the famed National Motorcycle Museum, adjacent to the NEC in Birmingham, and is open from 0830 to 1430. |
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What are the design considerations when specifying lead screws?The first in the new ‘Design • Engineer • Build’ series of video podcasts focuses on lead screws – components that are at the heart of countless engineering systems. We talk to Phil Jones at Abssac about the enduring popularity of these essential design products, and the design considerations in their specification. |
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CASE STUDIES, NEW PRODUCTS & NEWS
Encoders offer efficient installation in complex networksProfinet-ready absolute encoders Model A58HE (blind hollow bore) and Model A58SE (shaft) from British Encoder Products are designed for harsh factory and plant environments, and can be easily integrated into a wide variety of networks. |
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Pilz introduces compact, standalone safety controllerPilz has extended its PNOZmulti 2 range of safe, configurable, small safety controllers with the new standalone PNOZ m C0 base unit. Just 22.5 mm wide, it monitors up to four safety functions on machines. |
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Achieve the minimum bend radius of a cable with Igus chainflexIn line with current trends, modern machines are becoming ever smaller and more compact. This means smaller radii are being sought and used more and more frequently in energy chains. To meet this need, Igus has introduced the high end TPE cables. |
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Service opportunities for machine buildersIn a new e-book, the experts at IXON explore how machine builders can focus on service opportunities to create more value and boost revenues. |
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THR – through hole technology for the reflow ovenSchurter’s OGN fuse holder includes versions suitable for Through Hole Reflow soldering, providing increased efficiencies and reducing the risk of incorrect product placement by eliminating the need for a second soldering process. |
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Wieland introduces motor starter with Safe Torque OffWhile safety functions have been integrated into inverters and servo drives, Kevin Cowley, safety specialist at Wieland, looks at the benefits of a motor starter with Safe Torque Off, and introduces the company’s podis MS 5HP. |
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Types of hinges and where to use themChoosing the appropriate hinge is an important step in the design process of many product applications, but with so many hinge types available, how can engineers ensure that they are choosing the right one? Stewart Beck, global product manager at Southco, explores the design considerations. |
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EVENTS AND COURSES
MachineBuilding.Live is new event for machine buildersMeeting the needs of the machine building community in an innovative format, MachineBuilding.Live has been announced as a new engineering event, taking place on 4 October 2023. |
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