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Machine tool industry 2019/2020
Although 2019 was better than expected, the VDW is forecasting a decline in production of 18% for the current year. The reasons are a combination of structural change, economic policy and unforeseeable developments.
read more...Digitalization potential analysis
For many large companies, buzzwords such as big data, smart data and smart industry have long been part of everyday life. Small and medium-sized companies, on the other hand, often still doubt the feasibility and benefits. Yet they too can benefit from the competitive advantages. Initiatives and projects offer the right support if required.
read more...Predictive maintenance of pipes
The aim of predictive maintenance is to avoid unplanned downtime. But how can you predict when a cable will fail? An attractive solution is one from Lapp that does not require any changes to the cable.
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The maintenance and timely replacement of defective components in machine tools is an important part of the production process. Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed a system that takes over the fully automatic monitoring of ball screws in machine tools.
read more...marking laser. Following its initial presentation at a number of trade fairs, the vector scan laser marking head from Foba, which is just over 20 centimetres long and weighs around 630 grams, will soon be available on the market.
read more...Automated guided vehicles. EK Automation is currently undergoing a fundamental change in strategy: in future, the AGV specialist not only wants to convert vehicles from other manufacturers, but also enter vehicle production itself with the new Vario-Move series.
read more...IPTE has launched the MMS (Magnetic Motion System) for very fast production lines. This means that the cycle time for changing the workpiece carrier can be less than 0.5 seconds.
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Machine plus service: The formula for success in the manufacturing industry lies in servitization. In this business model, manufacturers sell a value-added service in addition to the product. Customer-friendly service packages and flexible subscriptions for industrial machines are in demand - keyword "Product as a Service". How should OEMs prepare for this change?
read more...Atlas Copco has improved the possibilities of cordless impulse tools and presents fast, intelligent cordless screwdrivers for torques up to 150 Newton meters.
read more...de Man had come up with something special for the FMB in Bad Salzuflen: At the stand of the automation technology specialist, a robot played mill against the trade fair visitors.
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