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Crossed-roller bearing ballscrew linear stages offer superior precision and flexibility

Crossed-roller bearing ballscrew linear stages offer superior precision and flexibility

Aerotech’s ATX series linear positioning stages combine the performance capabilities of a high-precision crossed-roller-bearing positioner with the convenience and simplicity of a ball-screw drive mechanism. Outstanding motion performance and a variety of advanced options and features offer superb value and make the ATX series an excellent choice for use in high-performance applications.

20th April 2018
Should robots be taxed?

Should robots be taxed?

As Britain’s political parties discuss a potential tax on automation and robotics, Nigel Smith, MD of TM Robotics, explains why slowing down the machine economy would lead to a productivity disaster.

20th April 2018
Igus tribopolymer bearings FAA-approved for aircraft interiors

Igus tribopolymer bearings FAA-approved for aircraft interiors

Igus has announced that five of its iglidur high-performance polymers now officially comply with the fire safety requirements of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for aircraft interiors. Areas of application for iglidur plain bearings are, for example, bearing points in seats, tables and doors.

18th April 2018
How to build your own camera slider

How to build your own camera slider

In this video Igus introduces the drylin linear system for building your very own camera slider. The modular system is suitable for any type of camera and very easy to construct.

16th April 2018
Rittal hits the road with Routeco Live 2018

Rittal hits the road with Routeco Live 2018

Rittal will again be joining Routeco Live in 2018, to showcase its renowned infrastructure solutions and demonstrate how its products and services can address specific problems faced by different industries.

16th April 2018
Reliance employees gain chartered status

Reliance employees gain chartered status

Reliance congratulates employees on achieving Chartered status in their respective professions. Hannah England, Mechanical Engineer, has achieved her CEng (Chartered Engineer) status with the IMechE (Institute of Mechanical Engineers) and Seb Allen, Senior Buyer, has gained his MCIPS (Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply).

29th March 2018
Elesa introduces ATEX compliant standard components for hydraulic systems

Elesa introduces ATEX compliant standard components for hydraulic systems

ATEX compliant components from Elesa ease your pathway to equipment compliance and nurture confidence in the minds of users – so supporting hard won manufacturing reputations.

29th March 2018
Werma publishes

Werma publishes "Signal technology for industry" handbook

Many process or status changes are signalled simply and clearly by the deployment of signal devices – whether it is the opening and closing of access/exit points, a machine fault or a change in status on an automated manufacturing line. Nowadays however signal devices not only warn and advise optically and audibly locally but are also able to communicate intelligently with one another through the use of modern networking capabilities.

29th March 2018
PCE Instruments launches new type of sound level meter

PCE Instruments launches new type of sound level meter

Noise in an industrial setting is a huge issue that can cause severe health issues. Therefore, certain guidelines have to be observed. To stick to the limits stipulated in these guidelines, the noise in an industrial company must be measured regularly. PCE Instruments have made a few new developments to keep up to date when it comes to dealing with noise at the workplace.

29th March 2018
Fanuc launches SCARA robot range for assembly, packing and material handling

Fanuc launches SCARA robot range for assembly, packing and material handling

Fanuc UK has introduced its first range of SCARA robots for picking and packing, assembly, and material handling applications. The SR-3iA, which was first unveiled at last year’s International Robot Exhibition (iREX) in Tokyo, is perfectly suited for manufacturers requiring automated, fast assembly within a circular working envelope.

29th March 2018
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