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Twisting through 3000° igus TwisterBand TB30 energy chain for circular movements in confined spacesigus has developed an innovative compact energy chain system that is able to turn lines eight times round its own axis. Staying close to the axis, the igus TwisterBand TB30 is a cost-effective system that can guide energy, data and other media safely through 3,000 degrees at high rotating speeds with little wear. 
Parker hydraulic solution enables GreenMech to develop simple to operate multi-task machineThe latest generation of hydraulic solutions from Parker Hannifin,has enabled GreenMech, the leading manufacturer of woodchippers and green waste shredders, to realise its most versatile and intuitive machine yet. The Multi-Task MT 120 incorporates a complete package of hydraulic components and systems, including the innovative IQAN control suite, offering dependable, multi-purpose functionality in demanding applications, ranging from building and excavation to vegetation work. 
REDEX ANDANTEX: Fulfilling customer needsDACO Solutions, the UK based manufacturer of finishing machinery for the converting industry, has a clear machine development philosophy: keep it simple and adhere exactly to the customer´s specified needs. Employing this direct approach enables DACO to provide cost-effective and very easy-to-use solutions, essential components of which are the MEROBEL range of web tension control equipment. From the simplest to most advanced machine MEROBEL products are integral to the machines success. 
Video of the Week – TwisterChainThe new generation of TwisterChain® circular chain from energy chain specialist igus® significantly improves smoothness, stability and strength over earlier versions. It has a modular construction in width, height and radius and therefore provides very flexible use in applications requiring rotating movements up to 400° or more, as well as where robust solutions are required. 
RED BULL RACING AND DMG STRENGTHEN INNOVATION PARTNERSHIPAppointed as an Innovation Partner to Red Bull Racing in 2005, machine tool company DMG renewed the agreement with the Championship-contending Formula One team at the MACH 2010 machine tool exhibition in June. It followed a review of the association between the two companies over the past five years and heralds an increase in the scope of technological input that DMG will provide. 
ECONOMIC REPLACEMENT FILTERS OUT PERFORM OEM PRODUCTSThe new Filtersoft range of cartridge filters from Hi-line Industries Ltd are claimed to offer savings of up to 75% compared to the cost of other manufacturers products. These savings are achieved, however, without any compromise on build quality, performance or anticipated service life. 
SPRING MANUFACTURER FULLY CERTIFIED FOR NUCLEAR INDUSTRY APPLICATIONSWith the upsurge of international interest in nuclear power generation, component suppliers to this market will need to ensure that they have full compliance with the latest specifications that have moved-on from those in place for the earlier generations of plant, many of which are now approaching shut-downs and closure. 
Accumulation chains for feed and assembly systemsIwis presents accumulation chains for feed and assembly applications. The product offering of the high-performance roller chain manufacturer includes both Iwis and Elite brand chains. The Iwis-branded accumulation chains include versions with low-friction running rollers, side bow conveyor chains and maintenance-free conveyor chains as well as conventional accumulation chains. The Elite range includes accumulation roller chains, chains with parts and finger protection, and double-pitch roller chains. 
HURCO REPORTS RECORD NUMBER OF ENQUIRIES AT MACH 2010On the Hurco stand at MACH 2010, 440 serious enquiries for vertical machining centres and CNC lathes were recorded, which in Managing Director, Dave Waghorn's opinion is the largest number of good quality leads ever received by the company at a MACH exhibition. 
REMFORM screw reduce the cost of plastic components assemblyRemform screws from Arnold Umformtechnik GmbH & Co. reduce the overall assembly cost of plastic parts as they do not require nuts or inserts. They furthermore ensure the highest levels of assembly security, due to a specific design that creates a large difference between the forming torque and the stripping torque. The main application of REMFORM for plastic parts assembly is the automotive industry. 
CUSTOM-ENGINEERED BLOWERS HELP ACHIEVE EFFICIENT CROP PLANTINGThe 'Versadrill' range of agricultural machines from SUMO UK Ltd offer farmers and contractors the ability to cope with most ground conditions to achieve fast and efficient seed drilling. They permit direct drilling into land with stubble, or that is ploughed or pressed, in just one pass with diverse types and sizes of seed. Helping to achieve this, the company uses custom-engineered, hydraulically driven blowers. 
Count On Tools Appoints Representative for New England TerritoryCount On Tools Inc.,is pleased to announce the appointment of Assembly Products, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Blackstone Global, Inc., to its team of manufacturers' representatives. Assembly Products will provide customers throughout the New England territory with Count On Tools' full line of SMT nozzles and consumables, as well as custom nozzle engineering services for odd form components 
Major investment in UK manufacturing for Dawson ShanahanDawson Shanahan, a leading worldwide supplier of cold formed and machined components, is investing over £0.75 million in new grinding and degreasing technology at its existing factory in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire. The new investment is part of the company's long term expansion programme and comes at a time of increased orders, especially from customers in the medical, automotive and aerospace sectors. Wireless QC20-W ballbar loses cable and gains supportNC Service, a Swedish machine tool calibration and maintenance company, who work with key CNC machine users, was one of the first users worldwide to take delivery of Renishaw's QC20-W ballbar . The new design eliminates issues with the previous QC10 when used on large machines or where its data cable had to be fed through machine guarding. 
Jena Tec Systematic Multi Head SpindlesThe Systematic Multi Head range now exclusively manufactured by Jena Tec provides a wide range of engineered solutions for High Productivity Machining. 
Jena Tec Miniature Ballscrews Deliver High Precision and Low Drag TorqueJena Tec Miniature ballscrews can be manufactured from 6mm diameter with 1mm pitch with exacting precision grades less than 6 microns over the stroke length and very precise drag torques of 0,002 to 0,005 Nm. 
Couplings for individual encoder applicationsControlflex from SCHMIDT-KUPPLUNG is designed especially for the requirements of shaft encoders. This encoder coupling compensates all kinds of misalignment with very low restoring forces and in a remarkably small envelope. The coupling is electrically insulating, builds short and always works with constant angular velocity. 
Jena Tec Raydent coating extends linear rail lifeDeveloped in Japan in the 1960's and well proven in industry, Raydent coating is a proprietary technology deposited by low temperature electrochemical bonded chrome ceramic particles diffusion bonded to provide a layer up to 1mm thick on the surface of the metallic substrate making it an ideal selection for linear motion components such as those provided by Jena Tec. 
Falcon Series, designed to soarNot without reason did Kaspro USA decide to name its new industrial grade monitor range "the Falcon Series".During the initial product evaluation process the company felt the name of this new product group should represent the key features making it stand out from the rest: A clear view, aggressive pricing and a wide range of applications to service. 
Jena Tec SBI Range Improves Linear Guide PerformanceThe SBI range available from Jena Tec provides multiple benefits compared to those offered by the competition in relation to low noise, high rigidity and load coupled with a smooth movement and self adjusting mechanism. Increase of load carrying capacities of up to 40% can be achieved compared to standard block and rail systems. 
Measuring, printing, coating or packaging – compact coupling systems for various applicationsControlflex from SCHMIDT-KUPPLUNG is designed especially for the requirements of shaft encoders. The unique design of the middle element transmits torque at constant angular velocity and accommodates all kinds of misalignment with very low restoring forces. This is essential for encoders due to their small and sensitive bearings. The misalignment is compensated in-plane in a remarkably small envelope. Controlflex is easy to install thanks to clamp hubs. Additionally the aluminium hubs are anodized and provide protection against corrosion. The coupling is electrically insulating, builds short and dampens vibration due to the material of the middle element. 
Precise and compact coupling for a variable radial shaft offset - available with multiple options to meet exactly customer´s requirementsThe Schmidt-Kupplung is a compact, torsionally stiff performance shaft coupling for a large, variable radial shaft offset. The well-balanced system transmits torque without adding side loads to the drive. The all-metal coupling is designed to transmit high torque in a compact envelope and provides high torsional stiffness and is ideal in lots of applications such as woodworking machines, roll forming machines, printing machines, packaging machines and paper making machines. 
Precision Torque Limiters Series SK1 in Stainless SteelTaking up the challenge for greater technical demands in modern machine design and construction, R+W has developed the unique reliable Model SK1 Safety Coupling in Stainless Steel. Ideal for clean room or wash down applications in the packaging, food processing, and medical industries. 
Precision Safety Couplings / Torque Limit Series SK up to 2800 NmTaking up the challenge for greater technical demands in modern machine design and construction, R+W has developed the unique reliable Models SK Safety Couplings /Torque Limiters. Custom-made lubricating oil solutions for Siempelkamp linesHigher outputs and decreased operational costs are demands that are prevalent in the wood-based products industry. Innovative lines are in high demand. Generally, the lubricant used plays an important role because it contributes to making new technical solutions possible and optimizes line operation. A close cooperation between press and lubricant manufacturers in the development of compatible systems pays off for the line operators especially in view of the operational reliability and productivity increases. Two results of this cooperation were introduced to the market by Siempelkamp, the world market leader for presses producing wood-based products, and Klüber Lubrication, the world market leader for special lubricants. 
New Load Module - KIMD-MVishay Nobel is introducing the new KIMD-M load cell module for heavy weighing applications. 
Linear actuator drives innovation into lab mixersSilverson has adopted an Origa linear actuator as the lift mechanism on its laboratory scale high shear mixer, replacing a complex chain drive built in-house with an out-of-the-box mechatronic unit. It also acts at a structural member, the 'column' to support the shear drive head above its base. Movetech UK demonstrates the beauty of the Hitachi brandMotorised turntable units from Movetech UK became an integral part of a highly successful series of in-store POS display units for Hitachi following extensive collaboration between m4 Design, Routec GB Ltd and Movetech UK. 
Intelligent GMN Spindles UHS Series from Jena Tec UKIn addition to our own manufactured range of high quality B&T customised spindles for milling, turning, boring and grinding, Jena Tec represents a high quality German brand GMN Nuernberg in the UK market for high speed and high frequency machining spindles. In this issue, we've provided some detail information about GMN's capability in ultra high speed grinding spindles. Conventionally supplied by air bearng spindles which have some limitations and disadvantages in terms of cost and running efficiency, GMN's UHS series provides a robust oil lubricated grinding spindle for exceptionally high speeds up to 250,000RPM coupled with an exacting stability and geometric tolerance. A minimised oil/air dosing system means just the right amount of lubrication gets to the spindle and reduces maintenance and running costs throughout the life of the spindle. Jena Tec's automation division can offer the UHS series from GMN including integration or retrofit to existing machines. If you would l 
XY / XYZ Nanopositioning Stage for Super-Resolution MicroscopyPI (Physik Instrumente) L.P. has added two new multi-axis stages for super-resolution microscopy applications, providing highly accurate motion with sub-nanometer resolution over travel ranges of 200 µm in XY and XYZ. 
Aerotech’s new PRO165LM linear stages are built for high throughput high precision, industrial positioningAerotech has launched a new range of high precision linear positioning stages for high throughput industrial production and test applications. The low-cost PRO165LM series features and improves upon Aerotech's time-tested hard-top and side sealed stage design with a powerful direct-drive brushless linear motor, micron level linear encoder feedback and long-life linear motion guide bearings for extremely smooth motion and exceptional servo system sensitivity. 
High Speed, Low Profile Linear Motion Systems Are Easy to Install and Low Cost!Low cost, linear motion systems from LM76, feature high speed travel to 10 m/sec (32.8 ft.), acceleration to 50 M/sec2 (164 ft/sec2) and high load capability to 5600 N (1259 lbs.). Designers can select from 5 low profile linear motion systems for easy integration into manufacturing and processing equipment, and OEM Products. Coupling for industrial encodersControlflex from SCHMIDT-KUPPLUNG is designed especially for the requirements of shaft encoders. The series "Industry" is predestinated for robust industrial encoders with larger shaft dimensions. The balanced aluminium clamp hubs are anodized to provide a protection against corrosion. The coupling size CPS 23.1 accommodates radial misalignment up to 1,5 mm, angular misalignment up to 1,5° and axial shaft misalignment up to 1 mm with low restoring forces. 
Principles of Ballscrew RepairWhat exactly does happen to a ballscrew when it fails and what are the principles and procedures to repair a ballscrew? Jena Tec 50% Discount on your next Ballscrew RepairWe all know the current economic situation, times are tough and maintenance budgets slashed but some machines just have to keep going and need to be repaired. Let us ease the current economic chill just a little and make you aware of our fantastic winter offer for ballscrew repairs. Send us your failed ballscrew for repair assessment and we will give you a 50% discount off the repair price. All prices are quoted on a standard length and diameter matrix meaning you get a great genuine discount coupled with the outstanding service from Jena Tec. 
New Parker DPS cluster improves vehicle productivityParker Vansco, part of Parker Hannifin has launched the DPS cluster, an innovative user interface that makes complete vehicle information accessible in a single centralised location. By incorporating the new cluster, a wide range of industrial vehicles can be operated more efficiently for greater productivity. 
Reduce cost and speed up development with the new X-frame SystemX-frame Systems ltd, a new company born out of the Cirris group of test companies has set new standards for machine and system building with its revolutionary modular X-frame system. 
MiniTec News 2009 brochure shows that excellence is in the detail (for machine framing systems)At regular intervals MiniTec publishes its 'News' brochure – a small but important information resource that covers new products that have been recently added to its extensive Profile System range of machine framing and building components. Available in hard copy or as a downloadable PDF, its main aim is to bring machine designers and systems integrators up to speed with these new and often exciting products which continue to flow from MiniTec's design department and may otherwise be overlooked as the range expands. 
Mclennan launch new miniature planetary gearmotors from micro-motors s.r.l.As the exclusive UK distributor for Italian small motor specialists Micro-Motors s.r.l., Mclennan Servo Supplies has launched two new planetary brushed DC gearmotors for medium and high torque miniature power transmission applications. The E192 and P205 series both feature low-backlash precision grade planetary gearboxes with dual bearing output shaft support for maximum life and load carrying capacity. The E192 returns 300 Ncm maximum torque and the larger P205 is specified at 900 Ncm. 
Reduce cost and speed up development with the new X-frame systemX-frame Systems Ltd, a new company born out of the Cirris group of test companies has set new standards for machine and system building with its revolutionary modular X-frame system. X-frame personnel have several decades of specialist machine building experience and this is apparent when the design and philosophy of X-frame is seen. |
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