Industrial Technology

Schaeffler strengthens its service business with Bega acquisition

Schaeffler has acquired Bega International, a leading manufacturer of special tools for mounting and dismounting rolling bearings. The acquisition marks another step in the expansion of Schaeffler’s lifecycle service portfolio.

23rd August 2021

Schaeffler is in remote control with its Virtual Fitter Service

Schaeffler has launched ‘Virtual Fitter’ – a quick and efficient rolling bearings mounting support service that operates remotely through the use of augmented reality. Available on a 24/7 basis, Virtual Fitter is available more quickly than an on-site Schaeffler expert would be, as it avoids them having to visit a location in person.

18th August 2021

World record attempt sponsored by Eurobond Adhesives

Sittingbourne based Eurobond Adhesives has announced that it is sponsoring 19 year old Zara Rutherford in her attempt to become the youngest female pilot to fly solo around the world.

16th August 2021

Download issue 45 of Industrial Technology EXTRA

Issue 45 of Industrial Technology EXTRA - our interactive electronic supplement to the printed edition of Industrial Technology - is out today. You can view the PDF here, the flip-page magazine, or download the tablet version on the Industrial Technology app. Contents include:

16th August 2021

Fully integrated SKF power train solution now installed in tidal turbine

Orbital Marine Power, Scottish-based developer of floating tidal turbine technology, has now launched its first commercial 2MW unit, the Orbital O2, which will soon be installed at EMEC, where it will become the world’s most powerful operational tidal turbine.

12th August 2021

Wine producer cuts downtime with new chain

A German wine producer has improved its productivity by retrofitting an anti-corrosion chain on its conveyor system. The company invested in a Tsubaki Neptune chain that has increased service life and reduced downtime with less frequent replacement and maintenance requirements. The upgraded chain has also reduced the total cost of ownership.

9th August 2021

Regenerating lubrication oils cuts costs and reduces CO2 emissions

An oil-recovery system, which SKF has used to regenerate lubricant at two of its production plants, is now available to customers as a service. SKF RecondOil’s Double-Separation Technology (DST) system removes even the smallest of particulates, which helps to keep lubrication oil in prime condition – reducing ongoing costs and improving environmental performance.

30th July 2021

EPLAN helps system integrator InControl grows its professional services

Over the last 18 months, driven by the Covid-19 pandemic, many businesses have changed their traditional processes to the online environment, digitise their data and remove bottlenecks in the ‘new normal’ working world. One company that is ahead of the curve from this perspective is process automation and industrial control system integrator InControl Systems.

28th July 2021

Beckhoff introduces new Solution Provider programme

Beckhoff Automation has announced the launch of its Solution Provider programme, a scheme that aims to couple end users with trusted, competent partners. The programme will help to deliver best-in-class solutions by combining innovative and creative products and knowledge.

27th July 2021

New SI e-learning program to build Edge Computing competencies

Stratus Technologies has launched a new program to enable System Integrators (SIs) to develop Edge Computing competencies and deployment expertise. Through Stratus-led training, certification, and accreditation, SIs now have the tools and support to develop Edge Computing technology practices to generate new revenue.

26th July 2021