Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Machine Builders",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release CNC platform has user-programmable MMI from
NUM (UK), which we summarised at the time by saying "CNC platform has advanced scalability, an open user-programmable man-machine interface and software covering tool grinding, gear and high speed cutting and transfer and special machines".
The day before,
we featured the news release Drive interface is internationally standardised from
Profibus Group: "The established PROFIdrive profile for PROFIBUS and PROFINET became an internationally standardized drive interface, following publication of the IEC series 61800-7".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Scorpion Vision
concerning its 3D stereo vision system
- take a look at Robots can make use of 3D vision system
which says: "A 3D stereo vision system a software based system that utilises two cameras which work together in the same way that a human uses two eyes, so giving a robot, for example, 3D vision".
Take a look also at the news release from IDC, Machines communications can be wire-less,
as well as Configured drive packages save costs from Rockwell Automation,
and Brushless AC servo motors suit automation from Baldor UK.
See also:
Machinery safety training course schedule released
(December 2007)
One of the UK's leading providers of training related to machinery safety and the management of health and safety has published a PDF booklet outlining the courses and timetable for 2008
Machine framing range of components expands
(December 2007)
Machine-building linear and profile system components now include a patented fastener that allows rapid machine frame assembly with no pre-machining or pre-drilling
HMI software complies with 21 CFR Part 11
(December 2007)
Software is claimed to offer the industry's most streamlined Windows-based HMI toolset for 21 CFR Part 11 compliance
Smart cameras offer image processing
(November 2007)
Offering image processing directly on the cameras makes them suitable for applications such as locating parts, inspecting packaging, verifying assembly and reading 1D and 2D codes
Infra red process heaters save on costs
(November 2007)
The high efficiency of cost-effective infra red heaters enables machine builders to realise real production cycle time savings
Compact panels are robust and powerful
(October 2007)
New compact panels from Invensys are entry point for the latest integrated and scalable Wonderware HMI and SCADA software solutions that can manage a single machine, production line or complete plant
Automated packaging saves time and money
(October 2007)
An integrated Autobag AB 180 and print-and-pack bagging system from Automated Packaging Systems has been installed at OEM Automation Limited in Leicester
Is it a high speed machine tool or highly dynamic?
(September 2007)
One local area of minor confusion for some, when visiting a German machine tool exhibition and talking about machining, is the difference between 'high speed' and 'highly dynamic', writes Mike Page
Increased options for machine safety
(September 2007)
Optional safety modules plugged into servo drives builds in safety at the drive and includes functionality for a safe creep speed and for safe jogging
Parts feeding automation open day planned
(September 2007)
Automation of parts feeding company, RNA Automation, has scheduled an Open Day to show how company efficiency can be increased by equipment that offers extensive flexibility
Stepper motors get servo functionality
(September 2007)
An 'intelligent' stepper motor controller provides closed-loop current, speed and position control using encoder feedback and features CANopen fieldbus interface as standard
Fibre laser mark most metals and plastics
(September 2007)
Fibre laser's compact laser head and galvo marking unit requires only a minimum of space within a machine or manufacturing line where marking operations are required
Machine vision cameras integrated quickly
(August 2007)
For single or dual machine vision camera applications, a DIN mountable system has its 'smarts' inside the camera controller - and not the camera head - to make integration easier
Measurement and control tasks balanced
(August 2007)
Latest version of a graphical system design platform for test, control and embedded system development significantly reduces the programming complexity of multicore and FPGA architectures
Sensor offers economical machine positioning
(July 2007)
A rugged, magnetostrictive sensor brings to machinery builders a low cost device to measure and control linear positioning up to 2200mm with a linearity of 0.02%
Miniature belt conveyors save on space
(July 2007)
A range of miniature conveyors offered for small parts transfer has structural compatibility with popular aluminium extrusion frame building systems commonly used by machine builders
Precise control servo motors
(July 2007)
High performance servo motors for machine builders
Nanotranslation stages for sub-micron positioning
(June 2007)
Aerotech has developed the ANT-LX miniature translation stage which delivers 2.5 nanometre resolution with 5g acceleration and 500 mm/sec velocity
Machinery safety standards and EN ISO 13849-1
(June 2007)
Pilz Automation Technology discusses machinery safety standards in the light of EN ISO 13849-1 being harmonised to the Machinery Directive from 8 May 2007
Ethernet-based motion control system
(June 2007)
Powerlink compatible hardware reduces hardware and wiring on a new variant of Harland's Mercury labelling system
Automatic size change system reduces cost
(June 2007)
The Hiperdrive Hub automatic size change system released by Sick can reduce the cost of automatic size change by up to 30 percent for machine manufacturers
Draw-wire sensors offer robust, reliable sensing
(May 2007)
Micro-Epsilon has introduced the wireSENSOR range of digital and analogue draw-wire displacement sensors for machine builders and OEMs who require low cost, robust, reliable sensing solutions
Automation systems part suit clean rooms
(May 2007)
Automation systems company has enlarged its range of components, which now include use in clean rooms where high sterility standards are required
Direct-drive servos are energy efficient
(May 2007)
A range of direct-drive servo motors has been launched by Motor Technology, which can result in energy savings of up to 50 per cent in some cases
IEC 61499 compliance for Isagraf 5.1
(May 2007)
Isagraf 5.1 announced as compliant to IEC 61499 standard by TUV Rheinland
Linear guidance system reaches 10m/s
(May 2007)
The Schaeffler Group has developed a modular, high-speed linear guidance system, which reduces throughput times in high-speed handling and automation tasks
High-speed temperature sensor wins award
(May 2007)
Micro-Epsilon has been awarded Germany's 'Industrial Innovation Prize' for the Optris CT Laser series of non-contact, infrared temperature sensors
Rack and pinion technology is making a comeback
(May 2007)
Micromech has developed the Alpha gearhead solution which combines a rack and pinion with the company's planetary allowing feed rates of 60m/min with acceleration rates of 5 m/s/s
Scottish firm to distribute gas springs
(April 2007)
Midland Engineering Services has been appointed as the official distributor for comprehensive range of gas springs, dampers, locking and tension gas springs made by Industrial Gas Springs
Linear actuator is ideal for assembly
(April 2007)
Schaeffler UK has introduced a linear actuator with a linear ball bearing guideway and ballscrew drive that is ideal for automation, handling, assembly and sheet metal forming applications
Control Engineering award for LabVIEW
(April 2007)
LabVIEW chosen for award based on service to the industry, technological advancement and market impact
Low cost controller extends flexibility of CMM
(April 2007)
Renishaw has announced the UCClite, a 3-axis universal controller for co-ordinate measuring machines (CMMs) offering probing flexibility and increased throughput
How and why to specify cable ducting for machines
(April 2007)
Jeremy Procter, Managing Director of Procter Machine Guarding discusses the often-neglected area of cable ducting design
Embedded web controller is flexible
(April 2007)
ICS Triplex ISaGRAF is compatible with Beck IPC 's popular IPC@CHIP SC123/SC143 series of embedded web-controllers, according to the company