Speaking the same language
Tables have a long tradition in work planning. In the search for empirical values, work planners spend valuable time on values that are inaccurate and not very reliable in production practice.
read more...read more...Cloud technology reduces CO2 footprint
Symate's Detact software system for industrial IoT, big data and AI is now also being used at Gerhardi Kunststofftechnik. The surface specialist will use the scalable AI infrastructure in its production to create process transparency from injection moulding to electroplating and to analyze and reduce waste across the board.
read more...Precise and efficient bending technology
MicroStep Europe offers press brakes that are characterized in particular by numerous sensor-controlled assistance systems. These reduce the demands on the operator's specialist knowledge and also ensure the highest quality bending results in a reliable process.
read more...Retrofit - an opportunity for the future
The good thing about challenging times is the return to old virtues. Many a company is rediscovering its old inventive spirit, which was born out of a lack of economic opportunities and has been lost over the years. A new machine is not always the optimal solution. A retrofit often makes more sense.
read more...High functionality in a small installation space
Nord Drivesystems has developed its Nordac ON decentralized frequency inverter series for smaller power ranges up to 2.2 kW. The inverters are characterized by an integrated Ethernet interface, complete pluggability and an extremely compact design.
read more...How companies can arm themselves
Supply bottlenecks have been a major problem for the economy since the start of the pandemic. The war in Ukraine and the resulting energy crisis have further exacerbated the situation. However, there are ways and means of preparing for difficulties with the supply chain. A networked supply chain that can be tracked in real time is considered particularly promising.
read more...Slim lightweight layer gripper for cobots
With the new weight-reduced layer gripper from Schmalz, cobots can also palletize lighter workpiece layers.
read more...Ensure procurement
The supply chain has become a real problem for German industry over the past two years. Reason enough for Daniel Schilling to ask Ralf Bühler - head of Conrad Electronic since the beginning of 2021 - how he is tackling the problem, where the trends in procurement are heading and what role artificial intelligence and machine learning are playing.
read more...Efficient cooling of die-cast components with hotspots
Demanding die-cast components, such as structural components in automotive engineering (megacastings), place special requirements on temperature control, in particular on the cooling of so-called hotspots.
read more...Highly resilient thanks to fiber reinforcement
Igus has developed igumid P190, a new filament for 3D printing that is extremely stiff and strong thanks to its carbon fiber reinforcement. This makes it suitable for structural components and special connecting elements for energy chains as well as for 2-component 3D printing in combination with iglidur i190.
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