Industrial Technology

Enhancing robot flexibility with the new gripper ecosystem

The increasing number of robots, both industrial and collaborative types, being deployed within our manufacturing facilities highlights the growing demand across multiple industry sectors for flexibility within their production lines. The new Match Gripper Ecosystem available from Zimmer Group enables robots to utilise multiple gripper types and end effectors, further enhancing the capability and functionality of these already flexible systems.

30th September 2021

TFC to offer new product solutions at the Engineering Design Show

From October 19 to 20, fastener and bespoke supply chain solutions provider TFC will be exhibiting at the Engineering Design Show in Coventry at the Building Society Arena. On stand F44, TFC will showcase two brand-new product solutions — the ARaymond VDA low-push connector and the new Smalley Revolox self-locking retaining ring alongside a range of other connector, ring and spring solutions. TFC’s experienced team will be on the stand to discuss how this technology can be used to solve design challenges in engineering and manufacturing applications.

30th September 2021

Henkel products help UCLAN win dynamic event at formula student

The use of Loctite and Teroson adhesives, sealants and retaining compounds helped the University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) to win the Dynamic Event at Formula Student 2021, triumphing ahead of 35 other race teams from across the country. The university deployed Loctite products – supplied by sponsor Henkel – in various areas of its build programme, ensuring the car could withstand demanding acceleration, sprint, skid-pad and endurance disciplines which form part of the overall Dynamic Event.

29th September 2021

Free eBook on fastener plating and coating processes

Fastener corrosion: caused by chemical exposure and harsh environments. The solution? Plating or coating fasteners with a protective layer. Earnest Machine’s free eBook provides a background on the plating and coating processes, the wide range of options available within each category and how to specify the properties needed for each application.

27th September 2021

Carabiner and lanyard kit prevents equipment loss and ensures safe operation

A new carabiner clip and lanyard enables faster and safer operation by providing a secure linkage between an operator and their equipment. The carabiner and lanyard kit by WDS Components removes the danger of the operator dropping tools or becoming separated from live machinery thanks to the carabiner and lanyard’s secure connection. The kits are intended for OEM integration as well as personal use by maintenance staff and machinery operators.

24th September 2021

SOLIDWORKS 2022 enhancements accelerate product development

Dassault Systèmes has introduced SOLIDWORKS 2022, the latest release of its portfolio of 3D design and engineering applications used by millions of innovators worldwide. SOLIDWORKS 2022 delivers hundreds of new user-driven enhancements that accelerate innovation and streamline and speed up the product development process from concept to manufacturing.

21st September 2021

Bostik expands Born2Bond engineering adhesives with anaerobic range

Bostik has launched a new range of high-performance anaerobic adhesives to provide engineers with more reliable, cost effective and convenient alternatives to commonly used mechanical fastening solutions such as washers, gaskets, pins, hemps and tapes.

14th September 2021

Monitoring of energy networks â€“ How to make it easy and secure

Cloud and cyber security in critical energy applications – Digitalisation and IoT (Internet of Things) is a clear trend within power plants and substations, just as it is in industrial automation. The Smart Grid is certainly a driving factor, but there are also other reasons for this change. Operators often find that only having data available in the control room is insufficient. Instead, they want to monitor transformers remotely, implement new maintenance concepts from anywhere, optimise utilisation and commissioning, or retrieve environmental data online. This requires a solution with a high level of cybersecurity that guarantee critical control data to be strictly separated from monitoring data. The solution should also be easy to use and have a compact form factor to ensure that it is suitable for retrofitting and that it fits into existing cabinets.

13th September 2021

New guide to UV curing process qualification

To help manufacturers gain confidence in their UV curing adhesive processes, adhesives specialist Intertronics has released a new whitepaper, Nailing your UV adhesive curing process. The whitepaper discusses the key UV curing adhesive process variables that need to be understood, and either eliminated or kept within acceptable tolerances, to achieve accuracy and repeatability. The whitepaper is available for download on the Intertronics website here.

8th September 2021

Intertronics offers new conveniently packaged potting compound

Intertronics has launched the new IRS 3078 Polyurethane Potting Compound. The material is packaged in side-by-side cartridges, making it suitable for customers with small volume needs. IRS 3078 complements the company’s extensive range of materials and equipment for electronics bonding, potting, coating and encapsulating.

7th September 2021