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Novel upgrade solution for historic London landmark

Novel upgrade solution for historic London landmark

A gearbox lubrication upgrade at Tower Bridge is ensuring reliable operation during the winter months when the bridge’s bascule raise mechanical drives are operated only intermittently.

21st November 2017
Choosing the right bearing material for the application

Choosing the right bearing material for the application

Choice is good. Choice is healthy. Having options allows us to select the most relevant, the most efficient, the most cost-effective, the most attractive, and the most compatible option. Looking at bearing choice in particular, Craig Clydesdale of Bowman International explores the benefits of product choice and the folly of making “one size fits all” assumptions when it comes to bearing materials.

21st November 2017
Geared motors cruising along

Geared motors cruising along

Components and systems for maritime applications must be especially rugged and durable because of their continuous exposure to a moist, salty atmosphere. In addition, suitability for widely differing operating temperatures becomes necessary for ships that pass through several climate zones.

21st November 2017
CLPA working group on network security

CLPA working group on network security

The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) has established a working group on industrial Ethernet security, with the aim of providing a guideline document for users looking to build secure networks around the open gigabit Ethernet CC-Link IE technologies. In particular, the document will cover strategies for users adopting the CLPA’s Seamless Message Protocol (SLMP) and CC-Link IE Field Basic where general IP communication is used for both cyclic and transient communications.

21st November 2017
RS Components supports innovative start-up in bionic limb technology

RS Components supports innovative start-up in bionic limb technology

RS Components is supporting an innovative business start-up with a mission to help bring functional limbs with hydraulic technology to children around the world who need them, after the inventor began developing one for his own amputee baby son.

17th November 2017
Yaskawa releases new mobile apps and wizards

Yaskawa releases new mobile apps and wizards

Drives and motion control specialist Yaskawa has released two new mobile apps, Drive Wizard Mobile and the Yaskawa Manual App, which eliminate the need for carrying a PC or printed manuals. The Drive Wizard app greatly simplifies set-up, monitoring and diagnosis of the GA700 range of drives while the Manual Reader provides users with full access to the latest GA700 manuals via a mobile device.

15th November 2017
Moore International to manufacture Punk couplings

Moore International to manufacture Punk couplings

Punk Couplings Limited is pleased to announce it has teamed up with Moore International to manufacturer and supply its ‘world’s first’ novel and patented self-aligning lead screw nuts to industry.

10th November 2017
Camloc forms strong partnership with Leicester College to provide first-hand experience to

Camloc forms strong partnership with Leicester College to provide first-hand experience to "Industrial Cadets"

Leicester-based gas spring and damper manufacturer Camloc Motion Control has been nurturing future industry talent, thanks to a partnership with Leicester College to offer experience to young people taking part in the nationally-recognised ‘Industrial Cadets’ programme.

26th October 2017
Plastic versus metal in endurance tests

Plastic versus metal in endurance tests

In its own test laboratory, Igus has commissioned a system for testing especially high loads in machine applications found in the agricultural or construction industries. The front loader, which moves 24/7, is located outdoors and therefore exposed to all the elements. This enables Igus to compare different bearing combinations in order to find the best products for the respective heavy-duty application.

26th October 2017
RS Components introduces pressure sensor evaluation kit

RS Components introduces pressure sensor evaluation kit

RS Components has announced availability of a development kit from Honeywell that enables the simple evaluation of sensors. The Honeywell SEK001 sensor board does not require the development of code before receiving sensor measurements, enabling developers to start testing and prototyping right away.

26th October 2017
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