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Predictive maintenance has been discussed for many years. Yet, something has just recently changed. The result is that predictive maintenance is converging with the IIoT and revenues are now growing exponentially
The incredible amount of data and remote tasks driving industrial processes today require a holistic approach, called the digital thread, to solve information gaps across the whole production chain
Application story by Sabrina Kerber, space architect and analog astronaut at EuroMoonMars
Researchers a the University of Delaware developed a new 5G beam shaping antenna lens produced with additive manufacturing Zirconia (ceramic) technology
Changing from conventional DC- or AC-powered motors to electronically commutated motors can increase fans efficiency
Ruud Heijsman, Senior Regional Marketing Manager EMEA at FLIR Systems, explains how to improve Power Generation Safety
An initiative to battle the corona virus
How embedded air caster systems enable multi-ton machine repositioning
Designed for limiting torques in indirect drives of bottling plants
The Capgemini Research Institute’s report outlines current AI adoption in the manufacturing sector
On-demand production is a massive benefit enabled by additive manufacturing, with respect to batch-size, flexibility, and sustainability. It also enables virtual inventories, but the risks of potential threats are higher
Svendborg Brakes and Stromag provide an innovative solution: a new yaw control brake that makes wind turbine maintenance a breeze
Designers of automation systems are continuously on the lookout for sensing solutions. The sheer wealth of sensors on the market reflect the enormous variety of objects, materials and liquids that need to be detected
Titan Enterprises is constantly upgrading its ultrasonic flow meter range, a technology that has many advantages, from no pressure drop to powerful electronics. The company aims to expand its ultrasonic range to reach lower flows, and higher pressure
Today, it is impossible to imagine the Internet of Things without sensors. How could we capture states or carry out actions otherwise? These two activities and a connection to the web are what make these objects “intelligent”
In the digital transition, also (intra)logistics must be considered as one of the most important elements to ensure the competitiveness of a company on the market. IoT projects should be economically viable and encourage a pragmatic approach
At Global Industrie Lyon we met Bruno Maisonnier, Founder and CEO of the French startup AnotherBrain, a pioneer of the Organic AI™ concept, which is based on the replication of the human brain to create functional industrial applications
In 2019, industrial robots are so well integrated and established that their capabilities have become the norm, rather than something that turns heads in factories. Here is how the top 10 industries have moved on to the arrival of collaborative robots
The challenge presented to MES was to reduce the flange’s production cost while securing its availability
Inspection robots for pipes and ducts, rescue robots in disaster areas, or humanoid robots – they all have one thing in common: They are mobile robots that aid humans. We explain some of their requirements for drive technology in detail
Ethernet is an increasingly important network in industrial applications, especially for motion control applications require determinism, which is needed to ensure position retention and get precision and proper acceleration/deceleration of drives
Energy chain and plastic trough made of chemical-resistant plastic from igus have been in operation for years and defied hydrochloric acid exposure in hot dip galvanizing plant
The reason manufacturing, process, logistics and utility businesses all invest in new control and monitoring software is to build more efficient, cost-effective operations
Outstanding durability & credibility. All stainless steel, side-mounted types
Many applications would benefit from a brushless motor without a sensor. There are various options for realizing this. A method developed by maxon is now setting new standards for precision and reliability
Additive Manufacturing, 3D Printing, Inkjet Technology: These pioneering techniques revolutionized the existing printing methods and opened up new manufacturing applications thanks to highly refined and reliable technologies
Programming a machine to do complicated tasks can be a challenge. Issartel has chosen Esprit, a flexible CAM software which makes it possible meet diverse manufacturing specifications, included highly complex mechanical parts
The run up to Christmas is critical for many retailers and must be well planned. To service the public demand for their products, such retailers need excellent supply and logistics back up
Jasper Boudewijns, account manager and industrial automation specialist at Novotek, looks at the value of digital scheduling in meeting increased demand
The devices from ACE keep lock gates intact despite ship collision
Asset and goods preservation is a basic tenet of resource conservation. More environmentally friendly, efficient, and cost-effective methods for corrosion protection make it even more attractive
In a power plant, maintenance operations of hydrogen-cooled generators are a critical issue. Finding and repairing hydrogen leaks from the cooling system through the use of optical gas imaging technologies has improved the efficiency of leak detection
What if blockchain could a valuable solution to energy crunch, helping the quick migration to a clean, resilient, affordable, and distributed energy system?
Total traceability extends to packaging as well as product in the rarefied world of pharmaceuticals. Cap Coder Ltd has adopted a novel torque sensing system from Sensor Technology as the core of the datalogging capabilities of its sealing machines
Refiners are aware that the market is evolving and that their role is changing. Renewable fuels and components urgently need to take a significant role and European business opportunities must be integrated in industrial and commercial strategies
Small dimensions for dynamic machine performance
How Titan Enterprises developed a highly reliable flowmeter to monitor the lubricating grease being supplied into a wind turbine main bearing mechanism
Automation and robotics are rapidly gaining ground in metalworking - and sawing technology is no exception. Robot-assisted systems are taking over more and more work steps following the sawing process, make production more flexible and efficient.
This quick assessment investigates the flexibility potential, based on a Leonardo Energy Application Note, that lays behind the practice of adapting energy consumption to supply variations, maximizing self-consumption of on-site wind power demands industr
European energy efficiency directives have been revised, but no specific legislations promulgated for industry. The European Commission replied to this lack by funding a two-year project entitled the Investor Confidence Project (ICP)
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