Design flexibility for demanding high density, signal and power applications
Wind turbines require 24/7 monitoring to avoid lightning, defective rotor blades or tower movements. Targeted monitoring using modern sensor technology reduces the costs of maintenance and servicing
Baumüller experts show the advantages of simulations, wizardguided commissioning, predictive maintenance and intelligent process monitoring
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
Suitable for low torque and high band width measurements
Nearly 1200 are the companies that aim to align their emissions reduction plans with the Paris Agreement goals by 2019, and 118 companies are now committed to sourcing 100% renewable electricity
AMA, the German Association for Sensors and Messurement, published an evaluation of the year 2017 and asked the members for an outlook to the future developments. The AMA has around 480 members, 85 % from the industry, 15 % research institutions.
Simulations allow timely response to the challenges of robotic transport systems
Stairs are still unsurmountable obstacles for many robots. Yet a young team at ETH Zurich is building a vehicle designed to negotiate steps with ease - by hopping. Author: Adrian Venetz, maxon motor ag
Upgrading on oil transportation in China using variable speed drives for energy saving, reduced maintenance activities and increased reliability of the machines
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
The electrification of heat provides attractive decarbonization pathways for industry and will significantly change industrial electricity use in a carbon-constrained world
Marc Siemering, Senior Vice President – Industry, Energy & Logistics at Deutsche Messe AG, revealed how the digital revolution has transformed the industrial world and triggered the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies
At the last SPS IPC Drives, Bonfiglioli launched a new electric motor series: the BSR Synchronous Reluctance Motors, released with two packages: The High Efficiency Package and the High Output Package
Small dimensions for dynamic machine performance
Higher torque-to-inertia ratio for precision gear unit system
Space saving unit with only 8.1 mm width
Digital interface supports standardisation, miniaturisation and robustness
Additional computing power for complex processing in GPU card format
Crossed-Roller Bearings Offer Superior Precision and Flexibility
New slim DIN rail series with easy handling
Unitronics UniStream programmable logic controller (PLC) controls the boiler of Djurdjevic facility, a meat production company based in Serbia
Vacuum expert backs developments of Swiss team from ETH Zürich
Automakers around the world turn to additive manufacturing to reduce costs, cut development time and increase flexibility
Top 10 Automation & Control Trends for 2018
Spectrum's device is key for world's highest indoor magnetic field at University of Tokyo
Resolve Optics Ltd, partnered with IMAO, won significant funding from the EU to assist in the development and bring to market a 1 GigaPixel Aerial Survey Camera: an interview with Mark Pontin, Managing Director at Resolve Optics
How smart electromechanical devices are reshaping the plant floor and associated maintenance functions according to Thomson Industries, Inc.
Provides 1.3x longer battery life
Drain highly contaminated liquids in continuous operation
Broadly supported growth in sales, solid profitability and a marked increase in employment
Yaskawa U1000 compact frequency drives have been used for the precise control of four 250 tonne cranes, in foundations for offshore wind turbines and gas and oil platforms
For increased efficiency, durability and higher resource effectivity
By analysing vibration data, Schaeffler has been able to detect damage to components such as rolling bearings and gears early, therefore eliminating costly, unplanned downtime and prolonging the life of motors and gearboxes
Its range of standard machine elements will be on display at the 2018 MACH Exhibition, taking place on 9th – 13th April at NEC Birmingham
Value maintenance and sustainability provide the basis for business success
2-D System with large reading window and SIL approval
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