Prefabricated Automated Cell provides lights-out production.
In addition to 5-axis vertical machining center, Vertical Center Nexus Compact incorporates standalone Fanuc LRMate 6-axis robot and palletizer system for automated processing of up to 72 individual workpieces measuring up to 3.9 x 3.9 x 3.9 in. Three linear axes attain rapid traverse rates of 1,417 ipm and feedrates of 315 ipm, while 12,000 rpm, 25 hp, CAT 40 spindle provides aggressive...
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Manufacturing System handles pallet loads up to 7,500 kg.
Designed to handle 1,000 and 1,250 mm pallets, FPC-7500 single-level flexible manufacturing system (FMS) features dual-rail guided pallet change vehicle with low-profile design. Accommodating loads up to 7,500 kg, heights up to 2,300 mm, and diameters up to 2,300 mm, this complete FMS is configured with load station and 4 pallet positions as standard but may be expanded to configurations of 6, 8,...
Read More »Metso to Supply Biomass Power Plant to Bioenergeticheskaya Kompaniya in Russia
Plant will enable utilization of sawmill residue for sustainable heat and power production Metso will supply Bioenergeticheskaya Kompaniya LLC with a complete biomass-fired combined heat and power plant in Syktyvkar, the Komi Republic, Russia. The power plant is scheduled to be in operation in 2014. The value of the order will not be disclosed. Metso’s delivery will include process equipment...
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Key Electronics Chooses Cogiscan for Factory Wide Traceability
BROMONT, CANADA — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry, announces that it was selected by Key Electronics, Inc. to expand its existing traceability structure into a complete Track, Trace and Control system that spans the entire factory.Ã- In early 2012, Key Electronics purchased two new Juki pick-and-place lines...
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Industrial Applications for Infrared Heaters
This ebook discusses the various industrial applications for infrared heaters, including glass manufacturing, textiles, plastic & film, metals, and more.
Read More »Stäubli Connectors to Exhibit at PLASTEC South 2013
StÃ-¤ubli Connectors is a leader in plastics processing and quick mold change solutions, including mold loading, clamping, energy connection and transfer technology engineered to boost efficiency and productivity. This year at PLASTEC South, taking place March 6 - 7 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL, attendees will have the opportunity to experience StÃ-¤ubli's latest...
Read More »Evana Automation to Supply Custom Assembly Cells to Tier 1 Automotive Supplier to Simplify the Production of Automobile Seat Rail Link Arms
Evansville, Indiana – Evana Automation Specialists, a subsidiary of Phillips Service Industries (PSI) and leading Systems Integrator and builder of custom, automated assembly and test systems, recently received a contract from a Tier 1 automotive supplier to provide two custom, semi-automated assembly cells that will simplify the production of automobile seat rail link arms. The first automated...
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Advanced Integration Technology (AIT) Employs Advanced Motion Control System on Final Body Join Assembly Project
AIT uses Siemens high-level Sinamics drives platform and Simotion motion controller system, with failsafe CPU and distributed I/O, running over Profinet network Advanced Integration Technology (AIT) is a 20-year-old supplier of turnkey industrial automation systems for the aerospace industry. The company's strength centers on the design and build of complex, fully integrated manufacturing,...
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ABB to Update Automation Systems at Arjowiggins Creative Papers Mill in Scotland
Comprehensive System 800xA Extended Automation and collaborative production management systems will increase product quality and overall efficiency at Arjowiggins Creative Papers Stoneywood Mill Dundalk, Ireland - ABB, the leading power and automation technology group, recently won a contract to provide new automation, quality control and collaborative production management solutions to...
Read More »Emerson's Smart Wireless Technology Monitors Water Usage at Glaxosmithkline in Ireland
Self-organizing network connects RosemountÃ-® wireless pressure and flow transmitters; provides network for future expansion AUSTIN, TEXAS - Emerson Process Management's Smart Wireless technology is enabling GlaxoSmithKline to monitor water usage at its Cork plant in Ireland. Installation of RosemountÃ-® wireless flow and pressure transmitters on two new storage tanks has provided an...
Read More »IBM Training Solution Speeds Learning at Shell
LONDON -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a collaboration with Shell that has transformed the way the oil company trains employees on its new automated system for loading fuel onto trucks, barges, trains and pipelines. IBM is working with Shell to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of training by helping 1,000 employees in 13 countries improve their decision making skills, while building...
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Material Handling Solutions from Global Leader in Rubber & Urethane Power Transmission
Megadyne's QST polyurethane timing belts take up less space and guarantee a lower noise level than chain and other traditional material handling belts. Check out our video to learn more.
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