Automation – Page 376
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ArticleBooster compressor generates oil-free 40 bar compressed air
Boge says its K8 Booster will compress air from 10 bar to a maximum pressure of 40 bar – completely oil-free. Driven by an effi ciency class IE 3 motor this unit generates, depending on the inlet pressure, a delivery volume of 1,160 l/min at a pressure of 40 bar. ...
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ArticleClamping components enhance adjustable mounting system
new selection of MSM-referenced components which include a clamping base, sensor holding clamps, connecting tubes, L brackets, two-way connecting clamps, fl anged bolts and square mounting tube have been added to Elesa’s adjustable mounting system. The company says these MSM components add to the functionality of this system which may ...
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ArticleCable entry connectors provide extra protection
Electrical systems faults in commercial vehicles can often be traced back to the cable entry points of electrical connectors, says Harnessfl ex. The company claims its range of connector backshells, which includes straight and elbow external connector interfaces, is designed to provide high integrity connections between various Ampseal connectors and ...
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ArticleJoined-up thinking at Fronius conference
Industry expertsComplex casingsLow volume approachGlobal production processesDelta spot weldingQuality controlFronius recently held its annual international conference, and this year’s topic was 'Demands of joining technology for modern vehicle makers'. The Austrian company’s close working relationship with major OEMs was apparent from the number and quality of speakers present. All those ...
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ArticleAutomatic support from Voith on India
Cost increases vs efficiencyAttracting expertiseWith huge investment in vehicle manufacturing facilities being made in a rapidly developing market such as India, OEMs cannot afford any downtime in any production process. “Prevention is better than cure,” commented Marcus Glaser-Gallion, board Member of the Voith Industrial Services, on a recent visit to ...
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ArticleSafety moves in an integrated way
Comprehensive and globalImprovement through safetyIntelligent designLearning the waySafety in automotive assembly operations involves the interplay of numerous different factors – not least international managerial and technical standards, internal counterparts particular to individual companies and the effective application of appropriate procedures and technologies in the workplace. Each is in constant development ...
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ArticleAlways on the move in conveyors
Small but strongTime is of the essensceConveyors for container convenienceRapid pay-backPromoting performanceQuality control in commandAs a means of moving goods around production plants – whether isolated components or vehicle assemblies – conveyor systems remain a reliable, robust and proven option. Some basic attributes also remain constant, irrespective of the complexity ...
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ArticleNew central controller claims average energy savings of 10% in compressor rooms
A new central controller, which can be connected to up to 16 compressors, has been launched by Atlas Copco. The company says the ES 16 will provide compressed air users with one central point of control for an entire compressed air network. The controller will retrieve and process information coming ...
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Blume heads the production and logistics at Porsche
Germany – Porsche has appointed Dr Oliver Blume to its executive board as successor to Wolfgang Leimgruber. Blume will head the production and logistics section as of January 1, 2013.Blume, who began his career as a trainee at Audi 18 years ago, headed the body construction of the Audi A3 ...
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ArticleStimulating Brazil's production
Innovate AutoFiscal stimulusThe issue of importsInvestment in productionExcess capacityBrazil has adopted stimulus measures that should attract more automotive manufacturers to the country. In October this year, Guido Mantega and Fernando Pimentel, ministers of Finance, Development, Industry and Foreign Trade respectively, announced a set of measures that aimed to attract more ...
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Wale retires, Bob Socia succeeds over the post at GM China
China – Kevin Wale, president, GM China, and chief country operations officer, China, India and ASEAN, has retired. Bob Socia, GM vice-president of global purchasing and supply chain, is his successor.Wale, 57, began his GM career at Holden in 1975 and in 2005 became president and managing director of the ...
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Volvo appointed Samuelsson as new president and CEO
Sweden – The board of directors of Volvo Car Group has appointed Håkan Samuelsson as new president and CEO. Stefan Jacoby will leave Volvo Car Group under an amicable agreement.Samuelsson was chairman and CEO of MAN SE between 2005 and 2009. Since 2010 he has been an independent member of ...
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ArticleBMW's original is still a front-runner
Impressive pressesClose technical supportAutomation and repairGreen paintshopTwo things make BMW Munich plant stand out. Firstly it’s the only one of the manufacturer’s plants to produce both vehicles and engines. Secondly, and perhaps more significantly, is its location. The plant, established in 1922 to produce aero engines, is now situated in ...
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Editor's Note: Sense of direction
Industry gatherings are always a good opportunity to get a sense of where things are heading, whether it’s markets or technology. Attending two separate events recently, one a conference with a large OEM presence and the other a major trade exhibition for Tier suppliers, I tried to gauge where the ...
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Dr Heinz-Jakob Neußer is head of powertrain development at the Volkswagen Group
Germany – Dr Heinz-Jakob Neußer has taken over as head of powertrain development at the Volkswagen Group.He succeeded Wolfgang Hatz, who is continuing as the member of the Porsche AG board of management in charge of research and development.Neußer joined Porsche’s engine development unit as a project manager in 1996 ...
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WebinarIndustrial robots: Achieve low costs, high efficiency and sustainable production
.auto-style1 {vertical-align: top;margin-left: 5px;margin-right: 5px;}.auto-style2 {text-align: center;}“Global Warming” and worldwide discussions about the carbon dioxide footprint, have brought production methods into sharp focus. Energy-efficient robot systems will not only reduce energy costs in a production plant, but also drastically reduce carbon-dioxide emission. In addition, they will also help to reduce ...
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WebinarABB Robotics paint concept for efficient paintshops
High efficiency is the focal point for new and retrofit robotic paint systems developed by ABB. The use of new, high performance products in innovative layouts results in high efficiency paint process methods. Innovative process concepts including, “No-Patch”, “Stay-On”, Cartridge Bell Systems (CBS), IRB 5500 robot, RB1000 atomizer and RobotStudio ...
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WebinarInnovative car body identification based on RFID technology
Total integration of product identification for automotive production processes is the dream of many industry leaders. With RFID-based identification of the car body, commonly referred to as "Body-ID", it is already possible to integrate and harmonise track & trace for the main line in car production.This webinar showed how integrated ...
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WebinarFast, accurate and remote measurements - the new FARO Laser Tracker Vantage
The goal of this complimentary webinar was to introduce you to the most flexible way to complete measurement jobs faster, in tough environments while maintaining high accuracy, and to move easily between job-sites. Whether your requirment is part inspection, assembly, alignment, robot calibration, machine fixture or quality control, Laser Tracker ...
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ArticleA lighter touch with aluminium
Joined-up thinkingCommitment to the right mixGoing all the wayPainting problemsThe mark of classLightweighting is a key factor in modern vehicle construction. The latest mainstream model to get the all-aluminium treatment is the new Range Rover, from Jaguar Land Rover. The third generation of the iconic SUV is bigger and has ...