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The suction and transportation of ferromagnetic workpieces with uneven surfaces shows the limits of vacuum units on collaborative robots. In cases like these, magnetic grippers show their strengths and ensure a secure grip of the material in numerous industries.
read more...Flexibility in production also brings with it ever new tasks for people. Various types of exoskeletons are being developed and tested at the University of Innsbruck to support employees in physical activities.
read more...Higher-level control systems increase the efficiency of compressed air stations. The latest generation of devices monitor and control, and provide data for various applications.
read more...... in the new year? If we look at the German economy, it grew by an impressive 2.7% in 2021 despite coronavirus and the lack of semiconductors - according to the first estimate by the Federal Statistical Office.
read more...With new turbo compressors, a chemical company saves around 2 million kWh of energy per year - around 20 percent compared to the energy requirements of the old compressed air supply. TheCO2 footprint has also been significantly reduced. The rotary drum dryers, which efficiently regenerate the desiccant with the heat generated during the compression process, also contribute to this.
read more...Fraunhofer IPA is working with Sick to develop an additional leakage service for an intelligent flow sensor. Self-learning algorithms evaluate the measurement data and detect leaks.
read more...At Formnext, Arburg will be showcasing a wide range of high-end machines, innovative applications and exciting component examples.
read more...In final assembly, cars are given their cockpit, seats and other parts. They are fitted into the painted bodywork - often with the help of electric or pneumatic grippers that transport them and hold them in place until they are attached.
read more...Condition assessment with noise emissions
In production plants, the strength of compressed air tanks is mainly tested using water pressure. This can result in longer downtimes because the containers have to be cleaned and dried afterwards.
read more...At this year's Motek stand, Best Handling Technology will be exhibiting a knuckle boom crane from the Ezz-Link range of crane systems, which is mounted on a mobile base plate and equipped with an Ezz-Flowsmart electric balancer.
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