From November 14 to 16, 2023, Leuze will be presenting its latest innovations and highlights to visitors at the sps trade show: Hall 7A, Booth 230. Come. Experience. Sense. And return home with a good feeling.The trade show booth is set to be lively and interactive, a place that invites you to come and talk to the Sensor People. Make yourself at home and find out more – this is Leuze’s motto for this year’s sps. Trade show visitors can look forward to the Sensor People’s new trade show (…)
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Laser micro-machining
Powerful Laser Technology for the Electronics Industry
productronica, which will be held on November 14–17 in Munich, is the world’s leading trade fair for electronics development and production. LPKF will be there to present systems for PCB prototyping, PCB depaneling, stencil production, and laser plastic welding with a new, modern exhibition booth at Booth B2.303 in Hall B2. This year’s Semicon Europa is located in the same hall. At Booth B2.154, LPKF will present innovative glass machining using the Vitrion laser machines, for example, (…)
Tooling
New high-performance grade for thread whirling
SG3P is the name of the newly developed Horn high-performance grade offering the user new possibilities in terms of performance and tool life when whirling medical screws. The new carbide grade also enables shorter cycle times for thread production thanks to higher cutting values, including when processing materials that are difficult to machine. In addition, the combination of an ultra-fine grain carbide powder and the high temperature resistant coating results in high process (…)
Robotics
New Omron TM S series collaborative robots
These cobots introduce advanced hardware, more safety features and certifications, and next-generation configuration capabilities, making them easier to use than ever before. Responding to manufacturers’ needs for enhanced performance and safety in human-collaborative settings, the TM S Series offers four models, with payload capabilities from 5 kg to 14 kg and reach from 700 mm to 1300 mm. Various mounting types are possible, including use on a mobile robot to create a mobile manipulator (…)
Tooling
Ceratizit launches the first PCFstandard for cemented carbide
On the occasion of EMO 2023 in Hanover, CERATIZIT, has kicked off the introduction of the first Product Carbon Footprint Standard (PCF) for carbide products. Different service levels CERATIZIT’s service offer around the PCF includes several service levels. For all products already included in the range of services, the PCF class is displayed in the shop and on the invoice at no extra charge. This alphabetical classification with six classes from A to F allows one to know and assess a (…)
Tooling
Seco embracing change while rebranding for the future
Seco, one of the leading global providers of metal-cutting solutions, yesterday launched a drastically updated visual identity as well as a long-term brand strategy. The company is describing this as the first in a sequence of major steps, as the business positions itself as a leading global name for industry innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. The new brand went live yesterday, to be followed by a series of launch activities such as events, campaigns, product launches, and (…)
Motion
NSK to show live ball-screw condition monitoring at EMO
NSK is the only manufacturer to offer a complete development and supply service for the essential parts that machine tools require, including high-precision, high-speed ball screws. However, the company also helps customers to apply novel technologies that support extended product life and the potential deployment of predictive maintenance strategies. Therefore, central to the display on Booth C42 in Hall 7 at EMO Hannover 2023 (18-23 September) will be a live demonstration of a condition (…)
Companies
Emerson acquisition of Afag accelerates factory automation capabilities
Acquisition expands Emerson’s factory automation offering and enhances exposure to key growth opportunities in discrete and hybrid markets. Emerson today announced it has acquired Afag Holding AG (“Afag”), an innovative leader in electric linear motion, feeding and handling automation solutions. The electric linear motion segment expands Emerson’s served market by more than $9 billion and is expected to grow mid-single digits annually, supporting Emerson’s long-term, profitable organic (…)
Automation
Emerson’s New Engineering Software Accelerates Plant Modernization Using Artificial Intelligence
REVAMP simplifies and speeds transition to a modern automation architecture, reducing capital costs by up to 15%. Global technology and software leader Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is helping customers more quickly and efficiently transition legacy technology to modern DeltaV™ automation architecture that modernizes and digitizes operations. Emerson’s REVAMP advanced software solution uses cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) to automate up to 70% of system configuration, reduce errors (…)
Robotics
Universal Robots’ new UR20 cobot makes its welding debut
Universal Robots’ larger, much-anticipated new UR20 cobot is ready to generate sparks at FABTECH, North America’s biggest metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing event, taking place Sept. 11-14 in Chicago. The new cobot, that brings 18” of additional reach radius (36” diameter increase), greatly broadens the range of weldments that will be achievable in a given fixture setup, says Josh Pawley, co-founder of Universal Robots (UR) partner, Vectis Automation: “Vectis Automation is (…)