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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TRADITIONALLY, THE automotive industry has relied on chemical cleaning processes. However, these can be expensive and be environmentally problematic. Maria Laure looks a sustainable and efficient alternative

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THE MANUFACTURING Technologies Association (MTA), which owns and organises the MACH exhibition, continues to work hard to ensure that even in these unprecedented times, the needs of the advanced manufacturing and engineering community are highlighted and discussions on the important issues facing the industry can still take place, albeit virtually.

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ANCA’s launch of integrated solutions with AIMS, connects sequential processes in tool manufacturing, to harness the benefits of automation and integration.

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The National Centre for Additive Manufacturing Coventry-based team has been using additive technology to push the boundaries of automotive engineering with one of the UK’s leading formula student racing teams

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Threadlocking adhesives have a long and successful history in many industry segments, and there is now growing evidence to suggest the renewable energy sector is increasing its uptake of these advanced products. Colin Chapman takes up the story

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The Water Abrasive Injection (WAIS) system commonly used in waterjet cutting is increasingly reaching its limits. Addressing this, the Water Abrasive Suspension (WAS) system enables three times higher performance and better quality at significantly lower pressures. To optimise the suspension process, ANT Applied New Technologies AG has developed the abrasive mixing unit ConSus.

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TLM Laser’s Andy Toms discusses how using multiple laser wavelengths can help overcome the issues associated with cutting CFRP’s, and create a clean laser cut edge with minimal heat affected zone

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Although there is still a myriad of industrial fieldbus protocols used in machine automation, Ethernet is becoming the clear favourite. This is for two reasons; the high data transmission rates support Industry 4.0 requirements and it integrates easily into existing office IT network infrastructure. Justin Leonard, the-chain director, igus looks at points to consider when selecting Ethernet cables for use in dynamic applications.

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It is finally here; we are just a few short weeks away from opening the doors at the NEC and welcoming thousands of manufacturers and engineers to MACH 2020. The UK’s national manufacturing show runs from 20th – 24th of April and is set be the biggest and best for years, says James Selka, DL, CEO, MTA.

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The world of industrial coatings and paints can be a tricky one to navigate. KTR outlines some of the options available.

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James Selka, DL, CEO, Manufacturing Technologies Association looks forward to what can be expected from the MACH show in 2020.

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Europe’s biggest industrial trade show EMO took place from 16th – 21st September in Hannover, Germany. Around 117,000 production specialists from 150 countries convened at the world’s leading tradeshow for the metal-working industry.

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Telford based automated systems manufacturer Bauromat, one of Kawasaki Robotics leading integrators, has recently supplied and installed a robotic welding system to precision pressings and stampings experts Clamason Industries of Kingswinford. Clamason are an ISO 9001 / 14001 accredited supplier to industry and are well known across the automotive and medical sectors.

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Bonded shrink fit assemblies not only enhance the service life of an assembly but pave the way for new design concepts and cost savings explains Bob Orme, Senior Technology Specialist at Henkel (Industrial Adhesives Division).

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Composites offer many benefits when used in the design of automation and machine systems, including faster speed and more effective damping, explains Humphrey Carter, head of business development at CompoTech.

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Building automation and electrical installations specialist Hager relies on Murrelektronik's modular, decentralied and compact Cube67 system when building their own testing machines

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Lucas Bryk, global product marketing manager, Chicago Pneumatic Material Removal, offers three steps that can be taken to increase productivity and cost savings during the grinding process.

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Simon Hodge, consultancy group manager at Bureau Veritas explains what companies can expect in light of the HSE's recent action to increase awareness of the hazards posed by welding fume.

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Modern computer numerical control (CNC) machines are often marketed as requiring much less maintenance than their predecessors. While there’s less need to replace cutting tools in these machines, there’s more complexity to their upkeep. John Mitchell, global sales & marketing director at CP Automation explains how poor power quality can cause recurrent issues for CNC machines

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Lift heights between 4.03m – 16.7m

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Reach heights between 7.80m - 33.70m

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Superbolt multi-jackbolt tensioners (MJTs) replace existing hex nuts. Only hand tools are required for installation and removal of any size tensioner. Safe, accurate and economical! We have a wide range of standard series, as well as an unlimited capacity to create special designs to meet your unique needs.

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These are picture of a Custom built Walk-in Room for UCL Warwick, for Bio medical research

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A new multifunctional long-life food grade grease from Kluber Lubrication is solving the performance issues in long-line central lubrication systems.

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

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Couplings and fittings suitable for the proper safe use with air applications including

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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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EXTENDS SERVICING CAPABILITIES TO EQUIPMENT OWNERS

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Reach heights 3.60m - 5.10m

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Salt water, crashing waves, the ship's decks permanently drenched – conditions at the high seas can be rough. The bearings of cranes, winches and sheaves, and also ropes and open drives must be relubricated with care on a regular basis to ensure reliable operation.

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Industrial metalwork platforms & Gantries

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The Verderflex® Peristaltic Cased Tube Pump range are ideal for benchtop, laboratory and process environments. Tube pumps are perfect for lower flow rates, are fully programmable, with the option of multiple heads. These types of pump provide accurate dosing and repeatability and are capable of handling viscous and chemically aggressive liquids as well as shear sensitive products.

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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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Reach heights between 4.20m - 10.00m

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