Ergonomic impulse
Uryu has introduced many innovations to its impulse nutrunners, taking into account ergonomic aspects for high productivity in assembly. The screwdrivers in the UAT/UA and ULT/UL series are lightweight and powerful.
read more...Assembly technology
read more...Heinz-Georg Geissler is the new Afag CSO
Afag has a Chief Sales Officer (CSO): Heinz-Georg Geissler has been entrusted with this position since January 1. He succeeds Armin Doser, who left the Afag Group on March 1 and was previously Head of Sales and Marketing.
read more...Modular, connected, interactive
The assistance system Active Assist is revolutionizing the manual workstation. The new software solution from Rexroth integrates sensor systems and guides employees intelligently through assembly.
read more...System planning with virtual reality
Allow me, your workplace
Schnaithmann uses planning software from Rüdenauer 3D Technology to design assembly systems. Virtual workplace and system planning is possible on the basis of CAD data, which supports the design process and involves the customer in the development process.
read more...The right light at the table
At the workplace, optimum lighting has a positive effect on employee concentration and reduces the error rate. Ergonomic aspects also speak in favor of selecting suitable LED luminaires.
read more...Who, how and for what?
The design of an ergonomically optimized workstation that protects the health of the employee and at the same time can be used flexibly and optimally in production, requires a close look at the topic. Who should do what, where and how often, and how much should it all cost?
read more...Feeding in the clean room
Until now, LAS has mainly been known as a supplier of complete high-performance assembly and testing machines, including the associated feeding technology.
read more...More efficient with pre-assembled connections
With Captec, Arnold Umformtechnik has developed a captive connection system that shortens assembly time, reduces costs and simplifies the assembly process. Different materials are used depending on the application.
read more...Manual assembly networked in future
Workplace systems are also changing with the comprehensive transformation of industrial production structures. Handling editor-in-chief Petra Born spoke to Jan Willem Jongert, CEO of Bott, about requirements and trends.
read more...Rotary table for machine tools
Precise positioning of aircraft parts
When it comes to positioning workpieces in machine tools, precision is required - whether they weigh tons or just a few grams. Turners, rotary tables or two-axis swivel devices are the heart of a machining center. Applications in aircraft construction show just how powerful these sub-assemblies are.
read more...Minitec opens plant in USA
Minitec continues to focus on internationalization and opens a new plant in the US state of New York. The modern building will offer attractive working conditions for 40 employees. Further training measures based on the German model are also planned.
read more...Working in a network
Collaborative assembly of multi-variant products. In the "KoKoMo" research project, a total of eleven partners are working on the question of how collaborative assembly can be integrated into product lifecycle management.
read more...Effective deburring of complex components
The new CI ECM machine from Emag guarantees fast and perfect electrochemical machining processes for deburring and machining ("ECM broaching"). It also requires only a minimal footprint.
read more...Brand new assembly area
D30 profile tube system. Eisele uses the D30 profile tube system to configure lean-optimized workstations and equipment. This includes racks from which even heavy components can be conveniently removed in combination with roller conveyors.
read more...Shortest Cycle Times
A new robot vision system is making automated component separation more efficient, reliable and versatile. The new IntelliPICK3D systems from Isra Vision now make automated bin picking even more efficient and flexible.
read more...Ergonomics in demand
At Logimat, Otto Kind focused primarily on the Multi workbench series. The company is delighted with its successful trade fair appearance. Despite strong competition, an exceptionally high number of new contacts were made.
read more...Fits like a glove
With the Werkstar, Werksitz has developed a task chair that can be individually adapted to different body proportions. The synchronously adjustable seat and backrest tilt strengthens the back muscles and relieves pressure on the intervertebral discs. The chairs can be configured online.
read more...Automatically stuffed
In IBG's automatic tamping system, bundled copper pipes with a length of five meters are automatically tamped. The previous assembly process consisted of manual work outside the plant and during production breaks.
read more...Printed conveyor pot
Rüfenacht is the first company in Switzerland to manufacture conveyor pots using the additive manufacturing method of selective laser sintering. The quality of the end results is said to be on a par with conventionally manufactured pots.
read more...Keeping an eye on the customer with 3D
Still a dream of the future around ten years ago, 3D printing is already in use in many industrial segments today. Pneumatics manufacturer Aventics is now using the advantages of additive manufacturing in small series production.
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