Mechanical Components

HEADLINES ARCHIVE

  • Thermal performance enhancement in heat exchangers

    The approaches to thermal performance enhancement of heat exchangers can be broadly categorized into passive and active methods. Each has its own unique advantages and suitability for a given application requirement.

  • New TECHNOMET-CONTROL VESA-mount enclosures for control electronics and HMI

    These enclosures are specifically designed for mounting on standard VESA brackets/arms, walls, machines and round poles.

  • New ABB drive provides superior performance and reliability in extreme indoor and outdoor environments

    The variable frequency drive is fully sealed and weather tight with a UL Type 4X/IP66 rating.

  • Agricultural automation enabled by this superior propulsion solution

    This fully electric actuator solution is engineered for demanding agricultural automation applications.

  • Infinitum unveils the next generation of its sustainable electric motor for commercial and industrial applications

    The new Aircore EC motor delivers higher levels of efficiency, power and torque density in a smaller, lighter form factor with features for easier installation and service.

  • Malco Tools unveils additions to its best-selling C-RHEX line

    The expanded product line extension offers trade professionals more sizes, enhancing productivity and flexibility.

  • Visit RLS at AHR 2024

    RLS will once again have a large presence at the show and its full product line on display.

  • New igus smart fixed flange bearings unlock predictive maintenance

    The bearings are equipped with wireless sensing capabilities for wear detection, enabling condition monitoring and preventing costly machine breakdowns.

  • Multi-stage cold forming for individual multifunctional parts

    The process gives fastener manufacturers more flexibility and increases efficiency, especially for the production of very diverse component geometries.

  • Asahi/America, Inc. introduces new manual ball valve limit switch (J-Switch)

    The new limit switch is a low-cost manual valve position indication solution.

  • See NORD's versatile, reliable poultry processing and packaging solutions at IPPE 2024

    NORD offers complete, modular solutions for the poultry and meat processing industry that are reliable, hygienic and can reduce system variants.

  • Journal bearing temperature sensors can reduce railcar disturbances

    Examine the causes of journal bearing failures and the temperature sensing technologies that can prevent them.

  • Renishaw launches new subscription service for 3D fixture modeling software

    A 12-month subscription service is available for FixtureBuilder software, which allows quick creation and documentation of advanced CAD-based metrology fixturing set-ups.

  • Compact wheel drive units for AGVs and robots

    Each unit consists of a powerful brushless DC motor, a high-torque planetary gearbox, a magnetic encoder and an exchangeable wheel.

  • PennEngineering acquires Sherex Fastening Solutions

    The acquisition expands PennEngineering’s product portfolio and technical reach.

  • Microcontrollers reduce vibration in BLDC applications

    These offer a solution for addressing noise, vibration, harshness and efficiency in a wide variety of cost-sensitive applications.

  • Funding to catalyze industrial decarbonization with high-efficiency, sustainable motors

    Funding will support continued development of lighter advanced electric motors by Infinitum and Rockwell Automation in pursuit of energy efficiency and decarbonization goals.

  • Watch NASA test a 3D-printed rocket engine

    The first full-scale 3D-printed rotating detonation rocket engine developed by NASA was successfully tested.

  • Water heating with a dual-source solar heat pump

    A highly efficient solar-air dual-source heat pump for water heating applications enables forced convection during partial sunshine and diffuse light conditions.

  • Retaining magnets for universal fastening and closing

    An expanded line of retaining magnets supports more applications with new materials, shapes, systems and even raw magnets.

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