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How to prevent component shortages in a crisis
COVID-19’s impact on manufacturing has created a number of business roadblocks, including order cancelations, large fluctuations in demand, supply chain issues and reduced production capacities.
The ML1000 series of M-DRIVES for the robot and automation industries
Innovative gear architecture provides robot suppliers increased performance at a lower total solution cost.
Machine tool wire in 22-gauge machine for industrial and commercial equipment
The 22 AWG wire offers a 3 A 600 V rating, which is needed for many types of terminal block connections that cannot accept larger wire.
Geared motor platform simplifies condition monitoring and predictive maintenance
The modular platform offers a range of helical in-line gear-motors incorporating new high-efficiency IE3/Nema Premium asynchronous motors.
Video: Pick and place case packers load bags and other products
Automated robotic case and tray packing solutions accommodate the unique demands associated with handling bags, pouches and other products.
Sustainable product packaging lowers impact on the planet
As the effects of climate change become more prevalent, consumers are expecting brands to be more socially and environmentally friendly.
ASME Virtual Classroom covers pressure relief devices
Participants in the virtual class will learn how to protect pressurized equipment from exceeding the maximum allowable working pressure.
A simpler method for optical fiber fabrication
The fiber-drawing tower and other complex equipment now used in the multiple-stage production process can be replaced with work bench-mounted equipment designed to produce fibers in an hour.
Precision line shafts - zero backlash torque transmission over long spans
Provides zero backlash, high rigidity, and misalignment compensation. Available with a variety of flexible elements.
IMTS connects the manufacturing community through IMTS Network and IMTS spark digital destinations
The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) has launched previews of IMTS Network and IMTS spark, two new digital destinations to connect and educate the manufacturing technology marketplace at a time when travel and gatherings are limited.
Electropolishing improves surface finish and corrosion resistance of metal parts
For a variety of alloys, electropolishing leaves surface metal 30x more corrosion resistant than passivation.
First AI-powered automated Java unit testing solution with free version for developers
Diffblue Cover automates the burdensome task of writing Java unit tests, which could consume up as much as 20% of Java developers’ time.
Elmo Motion Control launches new Platinum line of safe servo drives
The Platinum line features ultra-fast EtherCAT networking and processing, delivering faster cycling and higher synchronization, with negligible jitters and near-zero latency.
An intelligent sequencing system for steam boilers
The programmable logic controller-based boiler sequencing control system can sequence up to four boilers to ensure energy efficient operation and improve boiler longevity.
New high-resolution, high-torque miniature AC servomotors
The micro direct drive rotary AC servomotors feature integrated high resolution incremental or absolute feedback devices in a compact unit.
New SIRION Pro and SIRION advanced reverse osmosis systems
The systems are ideal energy efficient solutions for the production of highly purified water and can provide facilities with substantial operational savings.
Netzsch expands N.Mac twin shaft grinder range
The grinders are designed to break down different materials in wastewater treatment, biogas and biomass plants, food and animal processing and other waste and industrial applications.
Meet SAM, Kaeser's Sigma Air Manager
Have you met SAM? If your plant relies on compressed air for production, SAM's the friend you didn't know you needed. You should meet today.
First installation of highest density 6912 fiber optic cable into 1.25 in diameter conduit
The world’s highest density 6912 fiber optic cable was successfully installed into 1.25 in diameter conduit, demonstrating potential to increase data center capacity with ultra-high fiber count cable.
New eBook covers cables for factory automation
The eBook guides engineers through the proper implementation of industrial-grade cables essential to a factory automation setting.