Surface technology networks
We spoke to Ulf Kapitza from blasting system manufacturer Agtos about the role of surface technology in the networked factory and the latest technological developments.
read more...read more...AI optimizes the maintenance efficiency of drive systems
The Mindsphere application Predictive Service Assistance from Siemens uses artificial intelligence to optimize the maintenance efficiency of drive systems.
read more...Flexible thanks to two components
Deciding on a printing material in additive manufacturing has become much easier. Whereas previously only one plastic could be printed, 2-component 3D printing opens up completely new possibilities.
read more...Manage supply chains intelligently
The increasing volume of data to be managed is causing problems for the manufacturing industry and mechanical engineering. This makes it all the more important to bring transparency to the supply chain.
read more...Fast throughput times for customer-specific components
Continental is converting production for the automotive industry with additive FDM technology from Stratasys and highly specialized materials.
read more...Predictive maintenance with ultrasound
NASA uses ultrasound to detect bearing damage at an early stage. This technology, combined with artificial intelligence, could now help condition-based maintenance, in the sense of predictive maintenance, to achieve a breakthrough.
read more...Better performance, more storage space
Göpfert optimizes the warehouse with Klinkhammer shuttles
Göpfert, manufacturer of machines for processing corrugated cardboard, is expanding its warehouse to include an automated shuttle warehouse with Klincat multi-level shuttles and a conveyor technology platform.
read more...Vacuum pumps and compressors think for themselves
The Airlink system is designed to permanently record and
-conditions of vacuum pumps and compressors, evaluate them and provide the relevant information.
read more...Becker analyzes sensor values in the pump
With Airlink, Becker has developed a solution with which sensor values from pumps and compressors can be analyzed directly in the component. This provides the operator with maintenance information in real time.
read more...Milling stand system in maintenance
The maintenance of hydropower plants is time-consuming, as there is usually no well-stocked spare parts warehouse. To ensure operational readiness, entire components sometimes have to be manufactured from scratch.
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