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Helping shipping operators meet amended Solas requirements

Helping shipping operators meet amended Solas requirements

Shipping cargo handling operators worried by the implications of changes to legislation in container weighing will be heartened by news of an innovative, affordable and easy-to-retrofit weighing solution that meets all of the requirements of the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) amended Safety of Life at Sea (Solas) regulations.

21st October 2015
Strange attractors

Strange attractors

Once limited to niche roles, technological advances and changing user needs are driving the adoption of active magnetic bearings in a wider range of applications, explains Phil Burge of SKF.

21st October 2015
The best clamp load retention performance

The best clamp load retention performance

Threaded assemblies are the most important detachable parts used in machinery construction, installation and repair but relaxation of tension and self-loosening frequently compromise long term efficiency. To minimise this deterioration various types and methods of threadlocking are available, but what are their respective strengths and failings?

21st October 2015
Compression limiters and threaded inserts

Compression limiters and threaded inserts

In this article, Christie Jones of Spirol looks at how to properly mate compression limiters and threaded inserts in plastic assemblies.

21st October 2015
Rugged tags for harsh the harshest of environments

Rugged tags for harsh the harshest of environments

Low-frequency all-metal transponders from Contrinex are resistant to metal chips, dirt, alkaline cleaning agents and hot water. They withstand wash-down processes undamaged and are recommended for use in construction machines, cement works, the food industry and aluminium processing.

21st October 2015
OPC UA: helping devices to communicate with each other

OPC UA: helping devices to communicate with each other

Kevin Canham and Olaf Wilmsmeier of Harting look at the role of OPC UA in RFID system integration.

21st October 2015
Synchronising conveyor belts with robots

Synchronising conveyor belts with robots

An increasing number of processes in production lines require synchronisation with conveyor belts. Ensuring the high levels of speed and precision needed to accomplish this used to require highly complex control solutions. Production lines with conveyor belt tracking have an advantage. Since the production process never comes to a stop, they can achieve higher production volumes.

21st October 2015
Controlling back running of inclined conveyors

Controlling back running of inclined conveyors

In established industries there are tried and trusted solutions for most engineering requirements; however, sometimes we must look beyond the 'standard' to find new improvements. By starting a design project from the very basics - defining system requirements and looking at all potential approaches - it is often possible to challenge conventional practices and find better solutions.

21st October 2015
Modular conveyor boosts flexibility

Modular conveyor boosts flexibility

With its modular conveyor platform, Interroll says it has added even greater flexibility and scalability. The High Performance Divert HPD is a perfect example of the modular concept. Installation in a conveyor, modifications and repositioning are extremely easy to perform, thanks to the plug and play system. Furthermore, subsequent extension can be made at any time in the event of a change in the material flow or the material to be transported.

21st October 2015
Sensors support a safer food chain

Sensors support a safer food chain

Delivering innovative sensing technologies that support a safer food chain was the focus of solutions for hygienic environments, quality inspection and product traceability from Sick at PPMA.

21st October 2015
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