Clean-in-place cleaning (CIP) is an important method for cleaning process systems in the food and pharmaceutical industries. The systems are rinsed with cleaning agent without having to be dismantled. For this application, Jumo has a selection of EHEDG-certified sensors in its portfolio as well as a controller with user-friendly software.
The AMA Association for Sensors and Measurement conducts a quarterly survey of its 450 members on economic development. In the first quarter, the industry generated sales growth of two percent compared to the previous quarter. Incoming orders rose by nine percent at the beginning of the year compared to the previous quarter.
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The automated storage system at Rose Systemtechnik in Porta Westfalica has served the company well for a quarter of a century. However, it can no longer meet current requirements. The company has therefore decided to modernize and expand the system. System integrator Viastore is supplying the hardware, software and know-how for the implementation.
After years of extremely high inflation, inflation is normalizing. Inflation fell again in June. According to economists, inflation is likely to continue its decline and soon fall below 2%.
WFL Millturn Technologies is expanding its Management Board: With the addition of the previous Commercial Director Stefan Hackl and Head of Order Management Franz Schön, the Management Board is growing by two experienced managers from its own ranks.
With its rack and pinion drives, Stöber has developed a compact, reliable system. An important component here is the high-quality gear rack.
International presence expanded
Wibu-Systems opens a new branch in South Korea. The company is thus expanding its international presence and responding to the specific needs of the local markets.
The Institute of Structural Mechanics and Production Systems at the University of Bremen develops training courses throughout Europe in the fields of robotics, artificial intelligence and sustainability.
Autonomous towing robots speed up material handling. Tractonomy Robotics in Ghent developed the ATR1 and ATR2 models, which ensure efficient parts transportation with omnidirectional movements and smart docking to storage trolleys.
Schott Pharma relies on doors from Efaflex in Müllheim. The site specializes in the high-purity production of primary packaging for the pharmaceutical industry.
Mobile robotics for inspection
For the second time in a row, Roboverse Reply, a Reply Group company, has won the "Advanced Industrial Robotic Applications (AIRA) Challenge". The competition called on international experts to develop solutions that enable remote control of mobile robots during autonomous inspections in production plants.
ESD protection in electronics production
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is an everyday phenomenon and usually harmless to humans. However, sensitive electronic components can be damaged or even destroyed as a result.
Interview with Markus Löseke from HaRo
Recent technical developments have not bypassed a company specializing in conveyor technology and intralogistics. In an interview with Andreas Mühlbauer, Markus Löseke, authorized signatory and Head of Design & Production at HaRo, explains how his company is tackling the new challenges and takes a look into the future.
Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence introduces a new handheld 3D scanning technology that adds convenient new functionality for flexible measurement to its wide range of manufacturing inspection equipment.
ACE shock absorbers for safe transportation...
Transporting the mRNA vaccine against Covid-19 from Biontech/Pfizer is a real logistics challenge. On the one hand because of the cold chains that need to be maintained, and on the other hand because the journeys need to be as vibration-free as possible. GPS-Kärnten has implemented an interesting design solution for this with components from ACE Stoßdämpfer.
Thomafluid - one brand for many applications
RCT Reichelt Chemietechnik's product range includes more than 80,000 different items for laboratory and chemical technology, mechanical engineering, the food industry and medical technology. These include a wide variety of hoses, hose connectors, adapters, taps and valves.
World Bank: Gender equality boosts GDP
The shortage of labor is slowing economic growth worldwide. According to a forecast by the World Bank, the gross domestic product would increase by an average of almost 20 percent per capita worldwide if the employment of women reached the same level as that of men. The International Federation of Robotics (IFR) and its members support the career advancement of women in the robotics industry.
Machine malfunctions can have serious consequences and put people's health at risk. Functional safety therefore plays a central role in industry. With control and inverter technology including integrated safety functions from ABB, plant operators can ensure safe machines and use them optimally.
Due to increasing digitalization and networking, systems and machines must be better protected against cyberattacks. Operators of systems requiring monitoring can use the Technical Rules for Operational Safety (TRBS) as a guide. The TÜV association pointed this out at the presentation of the Plant Safety Report 2024.
25 years of ACI with open house and evening...
From June 6 to 7, 2024, ACI Laser held a two-day open house event for long-standing business partners, customers and companions from Germany and abroad at its headquarters in the U.N.O. industrial park near Nohra/Weimar to mark the company's 25th anniversary. Laser technology is used in many areas - in mechanical engineering, in the automotive and supplier industry, medical technology, electrical engineering and electronics, in the tool industry and even in the jewelry industry.
