Gaps in axial piston pump must be continuously monitored to prevent sudden loss of pressure and pump failures. To date, this gap measurement has not been possible due to the severity of the operating condition. The eddy NCDT3300 is a compact eddy current measurement system from MicroEpsilon that is capable of operating at extreme pressure … Continue reading Monitoring gaps in axial piston pumps →

CNC-based machining tools has been widely adopted in the manufacturing business. Especially in the era of Industry 4.0, the new development of manufacturing technology should consider intelligent collaboration, process monitoring and management in real-time. As CNC operators require a set of skills and qualifications, educators and trainers are looking for engaging solutions to build these … Continue reading IoT ready CNC industrial control machines →

TwinSAFE SC technology (TwinSAFE Single Channel) permits the use of standard signals for safety tasks in any network or fieldbus. To do this the data from the EtherCAT Terminals, extended by the TwinSAFE SC function, are fed to the EL6910 TwinSAFE Logic terminal, where they undergo safety-related multi-channel processing. To download the white paper, fill … Continue reading TwinSAFE SC integrates standard signals into safety technology →

The demands on modularity, scalability, openness and adaptability are steadily increasing in all areas of automation technology, including safety technology. Accordingly, customers require individualized solutions for all types of applications ranging from small custom machines to complex large-scale systems. This paper discusses how the new range of Beckhoff safety controllers address precisely these aspects and … Continue reading Modularity and scalability on all levels: A new generation of safety controllers →

The CRC SmartWasher Bioremediating Parts Washing System is both self-cleaning and deregulated. The OzzyJuice degreasing solutions used in the SmartWasher are non-hazardous, non-corrosive, pH-neutral, non-flammable, non-toxic, non-caustic, aqueous-based degreasing solutions. They are environmentally friendly and are not known to cause damage to humans or the environment. When used in accordance with directions they do not … Continue reading CRC SmartWasher: Heavy duty clean and green →

BST is an Australian provider of rugged tablets, in-vehicle computers, military-grade PCs, IP65+ stainless steel HMIs, an extensive range of data acquisition and control modules, and much more. Their selection is extensive, and their dedicated and capable team of experts offer superior support to help you find the perfect tech solution no matter the industry … Continue reading The one-stop-shop for rugged industrial computer and mobile device solutions →

Air Cannons are pressure vessels with attached valve mechanisms that blast air at high-velocity speeds approaching MACH 2. They are frequently used to dislodge bulk material build-up and allow for maximum storage capacity. ESS Engineering Services & Supplies have developed a new Air Cannon system that is highly effective and safer than those previously available. … Continue reading New Air Cannon: Safer and more effective solution for bulk material build-up →

For safety reasons, humans and robots have been going their physically separate ways for years now. Today, productivity increases as well as demographic change with an increasingly ageing working population are an impetus to tap into the potential of human-robot collaboration (HRC). If, however, humans and robots want to share a workspace, then the subject … Continue reading Safe human-robot collaboration →

In our modern world technology is inescapable, and in no place is it more vital than industry. Be that in the manufacturing industry or in the transport industry, or any industry in-between or otherwise, technology both shapes and is the key to the future. And key to modern industry technology is the smart device—particularly the … Continue reading 5 Things to Look at When Buying a Rugged Smart Device →

IMA Klessmann GmbH of Lübbecke, Germany is an international manufacturer of trend-setting manufacturing machines for the woodworking and craft furniture industries. In 2017, the company modernized a complex, multi-track transport system for wooden workpieces for one of France’s largest kitchen cabinetry manufacturers, Fournier SA of Thônes. In the process, a reliable monitoring system that prevents … Continue reading Simple, flexible and cost-effective machine safety implementation →

Humans and robots are working more closely together. Sensors help robots make more intelligent decisions and give them the ability to sense objects, the environment, or their own position. To download the white paper, fill out the form below:

Despite being a crucial component of so many industrial applications, pumps are renowned for breaking down, resulting in disturbances to production and costly repairs. This white paper discusses the three most common causes of pump failure in industrial applications and offers solutions that specifically address these problems. It details how improving the efficiency of a … Continue reading Go with the flow: Common causes of industrial pump failure and best practice solutions →

Conveying systems are an essential component to any operation that requires the transportation of bulk materials. Due to the harsh environments that conveyor systems are often situated in – and the type of materials they move – they are subject to a plethora of stresses that can cause components to break down. One of the … Continue reading Conveyor performance: How to optimise belt tracking systems and prevent downtime →

A booming defence industry in Australia is creating growth opportunities for manufacturers. With major projects and government programs supporting the industry for years to come, Australian manufacturers can invest in a sector that is expected to keep prospering. To download the white paper, please fill out the form below.

Industrie 4.0 is a buzz term at the moment for the future of manufacturing, but what exactly does it offer and what products can be used to harness it? Industrie 4.0 is the 4th industrial revolution, making use of the connected world we live in today. This paper focuses on the application of the automation … Continue reading Automation system PSS 4000 and Industrie 4.0 →

The recent reclassification of welding fume as carcinogenic by the International Agency for the Research on Cancer (IARC) has encouraged many welders and workplaces to rethink their stance on welders’ respiratory protection and welding fume. This free “Welding Fume White Paper” by AWS aims to investigate the recent reclassification from an Australian perspective pulling relevant information from … Continue reading Welding Fume White Paper – Carcinogenic Reclassification from an Australian Perspective →

Partnering with ElastiSense, Bestech Australia is pleased to announce the introduction of hyper-elastic displacement sensor, EDS series, to our comprehensive product ranges. Displacement is measured through change in capacitance generated whenever the sensor is stretched or displaced by machinery or objects. As the sensor has no moving parts, this EDS series is ideal candidate as … Continue reading Bestech announces release of “durable” elastrometric capacitive sensor →

Today’s product development landscape is characterised by high demand for variety, increasing customer expectations, and near constant innovation. To top it all off, product lifetimes are shrinking. The result is driving greater competition among manufacturers with the pressure to do more, better, and faster. No Olympian has ever taken home a gold medal without intensive … Continue reading Rapid prototyping: increasing agility in design and manufacturing →

Time and attendance is a very tough nut to crack, but it can make a world of difference to your business. Employees start the day on time, every day – meaning there are no more lost hours due to late starting times. No more confusion over shift swaps. No more double booked annual leave. Time … Continue reading Mitrefinch presents a guide to selecting a time and attendance system →

With demand increasing in almost every industry, as well as increasingly stringent regulatory guidance, laws and codes of practice and guidance, it’s now more important than ever to ensure the most productive and efficient operation. To download the white paper, fill out the form below.