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Pre-installation is the keyword: whereas cooling units were previously always mounted as separate components on or on top of enclosures, a new plug-and-play solution now eliminates this step. VX25 Blue e+ from Rittal is a complete solution comprising the VX25 bayed enclosure system and Blue e+ cooling unit.
read more...Process optimization for manual workstations. With the Elam assistance system from Armbruster, Fluitronics has reduced error rates and changeover times during valve block assembly.
read more...Continental and Schaeffler have honored metrology specialist Mahr for its achievements as a supplier of production metrology.
read more...The manufacturing industry is changing. Not only trends such as digitalization are influencing the industry, but also new manufacturing processes and the electrification of the drive train. The upcoming AMB will show how machining technology is responding to trends and turning them into opportunities.
read more...APE Engineering has developed an IBC emptying and filling system for a waste disposal company. This means that employees no longer have to fill environmentally harmful, flammable or explosive liquids manually.
read more...Requirements for autonomous vehicles
The race for fully autonomous cars is in full swing. Simulations have become increasingly important as a more cost-effective alternative to the practical driving tests required to prove safety in order to successfully complete autonomous vehicle programs.
read more...Bentley Systems and Siemens intend to further strengthen their strategic alliance, expand the existing agreement and thus further develop their cooperation and commercial initiatives.
read more...Machine automation in packaging technology
Standardized cardboard boxes, which are often too large, also transport a lot of air. To reduce this air, Opitz developed the Vario 558 volume reducer, which includes the Movi-C modular automation system from SEW-Eurodrive.
read more...With a combination of all-electric and standardized handling and linear motor modules from Afag, packaging technology specialist Brunner is giving its systems greater flexibility of use and application.
read more...DMG Mori strengthened its automation expertise in November 2017 with the DMG Mori Heitec joint venture. The interaction between the engineering of the DMG Mori production plants and the automation expertise of the joint venture provides customers with a customized solution.
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