ABB electromagnetic stirrer to enhance efficiency and sustainability
TodayABB has secured an order from Colakoglu Metalurji for an ArcSave electromagnetic stirrer (EMS) to be installed on one of the world's largest electric arc furnaces (EAF). The project in Turkiye represents a step forward in Colakoglu Metalurji's journey to enhanced efficiency, sustainability and operational safety in their steelmaking processes.
WEG integrated drives support critical energy infrastructure project
TodayWEG will support the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in creating a critical oil pipeline. WEG's integrated drive package, including flameproof electric motors, variable speed drives (VSDs) and transformers, will help maximise the efficiency, reliability and safety of the horizontal centrifugal pumps underpinning the infrastructure.
ABB launches Genix Copilot with Microsoft
TodayBuilding on its long-standing collaboration with Microsoft, ABB has launched ABB Ability Genix Copilot, a generative AI solution that helps energy, utilities and other industries improve efficiency, productivity, and sustainability by contextualising vast amounts of data and providing actionable insights in an intuitive manner.
Beware the automation skills gap
TodayAutomation can enhance jobs, making them safer and quicker for humans. Nevertheless, reaping these benefits means closing a wide automation skills gap, explains Stephen Hayes, managing director at automation specialist Beckhoff UK.
Southco introduces new squeeze handle with multi-point latching support
TodaySouthco's new AC-50 Squeeze Handle Actuator features a dual cable pull system, enabling greater freedom in actuator positioning and secure multi-point latching on larger panels. This gives end users an ergonomic operating experience without compromising security.
Impact of surface roughness on component performance and durability
TodayPatrick Faulkner, lead engineer at Accu, looks at why understanding surface roughness is essential for manufacturers and engineers - not only to ensure functionality but also to optimise the longevity and reliability of the final product.
Apex Dynamics launches new zero backlash precision couplings
1 day agoApex Dynamics has launched its latest product range and this time it is the company's first ever series of couplings. The Zero Backlash Precision Couplings for shaft-to-shaft connections come in elastomer and disc variants, with a wide variety of input and output configurations.
Ensuring operator safety and efficiency on automated assembly benches
1 day agoA challenge in automated assembly systems is ensuring the protection and safety of the operators without compromising high product throughput or quality. Assembly benches provide many manufacturing businesses with flexible and efficient processes, but they can be challenging to implement with robust automation and machine safety solutions, as the experts at PLUS Automation explain.
Concealed diecast enclosure hinges from FDB Panel Fittings Online store
6 days agoFDB Panel Fittings Online store and sales partner Enclosure Solutions now offer concealed enclosure hinges in natural finish zinc die, for use "as they are" or for overpainting to suit the cabinet.
Push-in wire terminations option for industrial power supplies
7 days agoTDK Corporation announces push-in wire terminations for models in the high-reliability, TDK-Lambda HWS-A family of AC-DC power supplies. The HWS-A/E models are available with either vertical or horizontal orientated terminals, simplifying cable harnessing.
Chemique Adhesives introduces low-hazard, one-component pedestal adhesive
2 days agoChemique Adhesives has introduced a new low-hazard, moisture-curing, one-component pedestal adhesive to its Polyped access flooring range.
Accurate and easy characterisation of both solids and liquids
7 days agoDyne Testing, an Intertronics brand, presents Attension Theta Flex from Biolin Scientific, a contact angle meter designed for reliable and repeatable analysis of wettability and adhesion in research, development, quality and industrial applications.
Industrial Technology Magazine - Autumn 2024
Cover Story
26 Introducing the world’s first touchscreen photoelectric sensor
Industrial update
6 Getting to grips with the skills shortage
8 2024 MachineBuilding.Live show hailed as a tremendous success
10 A testament to sustainable engineering and art
Special report - pumps
12 Challenges of pump use in aerospace applications
14 What is pump cavitation and how to avoid it?
Food manufacturing
16 Elevating process manufacturing with advanced process control
18 Tradition benefitting from technology: Controlling the brewing process
Design Engineering
21 The importance of 3D-Circuits in healthcare
22 An overview of MMA structural adhesives
24 Automating a repetitive, dull screwdriving task
28 Electrical safety considerations for e-Mobility
30 Floatation tank manufacturer rests easy with
custom enclosures
32 The critical role of access hardware and gaskets
Machine building
35 Cable assemblies for ground breaking stage technology
36 How to prevent operator bypass
38 Machinery safety solutions made flexible and scalable
40 MTP: a jigsaw where any piece fits in any location?
41 Embedded motion control for gantry-based applications
42 Pneumatic cylinders: why and when does quality matter?
44 How to measure a missing V-belt
46 Robot workcell automates cold storage blood testing
48 Modular enclosures protect machines and operators
50 Delivering HVAC efficiency with permanent magnet motors