Industrial Technology

New service centre for industrial gear units opens in Scotland

SEW Eurodrive has opened a new sales and service centre in Cumbernauld, to meet the growing demand for its wide range of maintenance and service options, as well as new industrial gear units in Scotland.

31st July 2020

Weg designs bespoke motors for mine ventilation system

Weg has been awarded a critical contract to supply two flameproof motors for the primary ventilation system of the Chertinskaya Koksovaya mine in Russia. Partnering with Ventprom, an expert manufacturer of underground ventilation equipment, Weg has developed unique, explosion-proof motors to meet the challenging conditions of a large-scale mining environment.

31st July 2020

Interroll"s second plant in Atlanta starts operation

Interroll has completed construction on its second plant on their campus in Hiram (Atlanta) Georgia. The $11 million investment gives Interroll a substantial increase in capacity for the region.

31st July 2020

Maxon hosts medical device webinar in August

We are all used to hearing about implantable medical devices such as pace-makers etc, but what about medical implants containing small motors driving pumps or dosing drugs within the human body. It sounds like science fiction, but the truth is more and more companies are exploring the possibilities of what the humble DC motor can do within the body.

30th July 2020

Durable components demanded for Bombardier train assembly line

KM Tools has selected WDS Component Parts to supply the carbody manufacturing facility for its prestigious project for the UK’s leading train manufacturer, Bombardier Transportation. WDS has provided component parts for the jigs and fixtures deployed in Bombardier’s carbody manufacturing facility by KM Tools. KM Tools made the selection based on product durability, ease of selection and service.

30th July 2020

UK"s only dedicated Universal Robots training centre to reopen after Covid-19 lockdown is eased

As the UK lockdown begins to ease, RARUK Automation is preparing to reopen the UK’s first Universal Robots Authorised Training Centre at its headquarters in Shefford on the 4th August 2020.

30th July 2020

Registration now open for digital AI conference presented by Mouser

Mouser Electronics has announced its first Digital AI Conference. The free, interactive online event will offer a multitude of enlightening activities focusing on artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technology, specifically on how new innovations are driving intelligence and automation in robotics and smart homes. There is no charge to register for the event.

30th July 2020

Challenge Europe announce manufacturing partnerships for threaded fasteners

At a time when reshoring is very much a topic of concern, Challenge Europe is delighted to announce its partnership capabilities for sourcing and supply chain management of threaded fasteners on a specialist basis. This covers threaded products and related items from screws and bolts to nuts, washers, security fasteners, inserts and custom fasteners.

30th July 2020

RS Components collaborates with technologist Jude Pullen to design a global radio receiver like no other

RS Components has released RadioGlobe, an open-source DesignSpark engineering project that features a real globe as its user interface. By turning the globe, users can tune into internet radio stations from around the world.

29th July 2020

Renishaw announces new digital initiatives to support its global manufacturing customers

Renishaw is committed to maintaining global supply chains and supporting its customers worldwide. During these uncertain times that means adapting, and helping industry to adapt, to new priorities and requirements. As Tarquin Adams, Renishaw's Group Marketing Manager, explains, “In these unprecedented times for industry, smart manufacturing and automation are now more important than ever. In the past, we have been able to speak to our customers at exhibitions, trade shows and seminars, and visit their factories for consultations and to deliver training. Now we are keeping those conversations going with enhanced access to our support and expertise online, including the launch of some exciting new digital initiatives.”

29th July 2020