Ian Breeze explores key drivers shaping the bearing industry and how engineers can harness these trends when choosing the right bearing supply partner for their facility

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Ofer Nir explains how Autonomous Machine Vision can make automatic quality assurance a viable and cost-effective option for small and medium-sized enterprises, not not just manufacturing giants

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With Smart Manufacturing and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies increasingly being used to improve autonomous decision-making in industrial operations, Jeremy Shinon looks at how the Edge is crucial in supporting the digital transformation of businesses.

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Efficient data management using the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is increasingly important in ensuring the successful deployment of new and updated automation systems. Jeremy Shinton looks at how the latest controllers designed to manage this convergence of information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) can be used to ensure optimal data management and connectivity

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DESIGNED TO bring greater levels of efficiency and accuracy to the production of specialised gears and tooth forms, the new HG350-G precision gear grinding centre is the first first from PTG Holroyd – and believed to be the first in the UK – to use Siemens' new Sinumerik ONE future-proof CNC, the successor to the automation specialist’s 840D CNC.

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Reputed for its anti-retroviral drug trials, the University of Kwazulu-Natal (UKZN) has been entrusted with the storage and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines in South Africa. Ian Loudon discusses how temperature and humidity monitoring is vital in such applications where small fluctuations could compromise critical assets

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THE PROCESS industry workforce is changing. In the UK a recent survey shows that by 2026 19.56% of engineers will have retired or be close to retiring. Andrew Normand explains how AI can play a major role in tackling the resulting skills gap

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MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC has helped JK Machinery upgrade the design of an automated printing machine to deliver an enhanced, futureproof and cost-effective solution to its customers.

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When it comes to retrofit cable protection systems, selecting the right system can help reduce installation time while protecting vulnerable or existing cabling that may be susceptible to damage from a wide range of external factors. Alex Smith identifies some of the areas to consider

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Digital transformation is changing the traditional methods of machine and production line design, commissioning, and start-up. As a result manufacturers are turning to digital twins and emulation as a tool to research, test and validate their process in a virtual space, before making physical changes to plant layout and workflow

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The last year has seen demand for online deliveries has gone skyward, and retailers have had to adapt rapidly. As a result, automation is becoming fundamental to the warehousing and logistics industry, particularly for online retail products sold in volume

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THE NEW G5-5 recommendations on harmonic disturbance are a significant change to the previous G5-4. System integrators and end users must take note to ensure compliance and variable speed drive manufacturers will also need to assist by making their product data available. Wayne Turtillexplains the impact of G5-5

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As the use of premium efficiency (IE3) motors has increased, due in part to strengthened regulation, the question of maintaining motor efficiency after a rewind process has reappeared. Karl Metcalfe looks at the latest report and the procedures that were used to support these findings

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WITH THE GL-THTeasy system, Glaub Automation & Engineering has developed a robot cell for assembling printed circuit boards using through-hole technology. The core components are a dual-arm collaborative robot and several Cognex cameras

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CHRIS EVANS, Marketing and Operations Group Manager at Mitsubishi Electric UK looks at the effect the pandemic could have on the future adoption of automation in manufacturing within SMEs.

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In a unique project led by L&T Construction Water & Effluent Treatment IC for the Government of Kartanaka, ABB’s end-to-end solutions will help the local water authority to track, measure and optimise water use in this drought-stricken region of southwest India, as well as pump and distribute clean treated river water to village homes.

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OPERATING EQUIPMENT in potentially explosive atmospheres comes with a certain amount of responsibility, not least to use correctly designed components that have the features necessary for the environment. When maintenance and repairs are required, it is important that operators understand what is expected of them to ensure continued safety and reliability. Karl Metcalfe, Technical Support for the AEMT, looks at the knowledge and responsibilities that are expected when it comes to managing electric motors in zoned areas.

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VIBRATION ANALYSIS has long been an instrument of choice for use with bearings and other rotating equipment. More commonly, ultrasound is being used in conjunction with vibration analysis to help technicians confirm the condition of mechanical assets

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A decrease in machine availability due to power quality issues disturbs the natural flow of manufacturing, leading to lost productivity, increased maintenance requirements and eroded customer trust.

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Mark Donoghue explains how optimising cooling performance in virtually any cooling system comes down to a few simple things.

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The safer choice for personnel de-dusting and clean down operations

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The J Series is designed to meet the steam raising requirements for process steam across industrial, pharmaceutical, medical, food and drinks industry applications.

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Developed in response to customer demand for higher capacities than the 1565 kg/h maximum for its vertical range, the nine-model RB/RBC range (with outputs ranging from 957 to 4787 kg/h) can be specified with matched multi-stage oil, modulating gas or dual-fuel burners as standard, with other burners available on request.

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0-12 bar activated carbon tower

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0-12 bar membrane dryers

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JTEKT manufactures a large range of deep groove ball bearings.

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Flexnuts are used in combination with Superbolt tensioners and are designed to flex out at the bottom and flex in toward the top of the nut. This distributes the bolt load along many threads, adds elasticity, and prevents stress concentrations in the first few threads.

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The ACI range of ATEX fans is designed to assist customers in meeting current hazardous area requirements.

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Available as single or double row, in metric and inch sizes, they can be produced as either TDO (one double cup and two single row cones) and TDI (one double cone and two single row cups).

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Needle roller bearings are an economical alternative for applications requiring minimal space to carry a given load at a desired speed.

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We offer a wide variety of hydraulic quick release couplings and pneumatic quick release fittings.

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The Nord-Lock X-series washer is an exceptional new product, giving customers extreme performance and safety, as well as the extra security of never having to risk making the wrong choice. With Nord-Lock X-series, we bring exciting new ideas to the bolt securing field that expand your design possibilities for excellent results.

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OFFER RELIABLE CONTROL IN DEMANDING ENVIRONMENTS

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We are a leading manufacturer and supplier of an immense array of hose and coupling products utilised across a wide range of industries.

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We supply a wide variety of hygienic valves, including butterfly valves, lug style, wafer style, actuated valves.

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