In 2012, Beckhoff set a new benchmark in intelligent parts transportation with the introduction of its eXtended Transport System (XTS), which has since been fitted to numerous generations of manufacturing machines. XTS does more than merely replace conventional conveyor belts, instead it enables completely new and innovative machine designs. Working with flexible motion profiles, it … Continue reading New XTS software functionality enables novel solutions in machine building →

In 2012, Beckhoff set a new benchmark in intelligent parts transportation with the introduction of its eXtended Transport System (XTS), which has since been fitted to numerous generations of manufacturing machines. XTS does more than merely replace conventional conveyor belts, instead it enables completely new and innovative machine designs. Working with flexible motion profiles, it … Continue reading New XTS software functionality enables novel solutions in machine building →

CAPS recently visited IVECO Australia to discover how their new Ingersoll Rand QX Series Cordless Torque Multipliers are improving efficiency, safety and productivity on their truck assembly line. These innovative tools reduce bolting time and cost, while ensuring repeatable accuracy for all torque-critical joints.  

EtherCAT reaches the next performance level with the EtherCAT G technology extension through its capability to superimpose itself on Gigabit Ethernet for particularly data-intensive applications. Compatibility with the globally established standard EtherCAT, which uses 100 Mbit/s, and the same familiar ease of use are both guaranteed. In addition, the efficient operation of parallel network segments … Continue reading EtherCAT G: Ultimate I/O performance for high-performance machines →

As one of the world’s technology and market leaders for intelligent sensors in industrial automation, SICK possesses extensive knowledge for equipping machines and plants in a wide range of different industries. safetyIQ is an innovative approach that opens up new dimensions of productivity while continuing to focus on our key concern: protecting people. To download … Continue reading safetyIQ: the new dimensions of safety  →

CRC bio degreaser is an extra heavy duty cleaner formulated to penetrate and dissolve tough grease, oil and contaminants for easy removal – safely. Use confidently on all metals and alloys – will not damage bright metals including aluminium and brass. Safe on fibreglass, glass, plastics, rubber, painted surfaces, laminates. For use in heavy industry, … Continue reading Bio degreaser: Uncompromised performance and safety →

In today’s ever-evolving digital world, the business of doing business is complicated. Globalisation, the emergence of the digital economy, and the transition towards largely user-driven ecosystems continues to disrupt old business models leaving many enterprises grappling to not only remain competitive but also relevant. Given all the change and uncertainty facing many industry movers and … Continue reading Six Key ERP Considerations for Your Business →

If there is anything that Maglio Companies values more than providing fresh produce to customers, it’s the safety of their employees. That is why the implementation of Rite-Hite® high-performance doors was done with safety in mind. The doors themselves offer advantages in safety, as well as maintenance. Unlike hard panel doors, fabric roll-up doors made … Continue reading A high speed solution with safety in mind →

Gaps in axial piston pumps must be continuously monitored to prevent the 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 eddyNCDT3300 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 →

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 Five things to look at when buying a rugged smart device →

Intelligent sensors with 3D technology enable machines to perceive their environment with human-like vision, giving them the ability to work faster and more effectively, even in unstructured environments such as a mine site. The ifm range of 3D image sensing technology is designed for a variety of applications, including automatic collision technology, but it is … Continue reading 3D sensor technology: Adding dimension to your machines →

Additive manufacturing processes can produce parts with the most complex geometries in a single operation. However, post-processing these 3D printed parts is time-consuming and costly. In order to remove this bottleneck in the production process, PostProcess Technologies has developed a series of machines that leverage a groundbreaking chemistry of detergents and abrasive media. The newest … Continue reading PC-based control increases throughput in additive manufacturing →

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.  Addressing precisely these aspects, Beckhoff offers the EL6910 TwinSAFE Logic Terminal and its derivatives, and lays … Continue reading A new generation of safety controllers: Modularity and scalability on all levels →

At CRC we understand the food industry, whether growing, producing, and processing or packaging requires the most stringent conformity of compliance. We also understand that a range of maintenance products is no longer enough, that is why we have not only developed NSF H1 and A1 products, manufactured to the same high standard that has … Continue reading Concerned with food safety? Let CRC help. →

Electro-sensitive Protective Equipment (ESPE) or what we tend to refer to as light barriers, light curtains and laser scanners – are an extremely common protective device in machinery safety applications. However, they are also very low down on the guarding hierarchy listed in every machinery safety legislation or standard available. So when using ESPE it … Continue reading Guide to ESPE basics →

With the outdoorScan3, SICK is launching the world’s first IEC62998-certified safety laser scanner for outdoor use, thus opening up a new dimension for safety applications. The aim of this development order for the outdoorScan3 from SICK was to accelerate intralogistics processes while at the same time providing personal protection. The focus is on automated guided … Continue reading Crossing borders together with the outdoorScan3 from SICK →

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 →