All Ford articles – Page 24
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Autoform delivers efficient simulation of hot forming and quenching processes
AutoForm Engineering, supplier of software solutions for the sheet metal forming industry, has introduced AutoForm-ThermoSolver, designed to simulate the hot forming and quenching processes. Using AutoForm-ThermoSolver, high-strength components with complex geometries and minimal springback can be engineered in less time and at lower cost.AutoForm-ThermoSolver features several innovations. In addition to ...
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Sabic introduces Xenoy iQ resin
Xenoy iQ resin, from Sabic’s Innovative Plastics unit, offers superior ductility and improved impact resistance for automotive parts. This translates to improved energy absorption in such events as pedestrian impacts, which is why the material has been used to produce the undertray fitted to Ford C-MAX models.As a further benefit, ...
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ExxonMobil introduces new Mobilcut water-soluble cutting fluids
The best coolants can deliver reduced maintenance requirements by resisting biological attack, helping to extend batch life. Ease of maintenance must also be balanced with good machining performance, while also protecting the machine tools and work pieces from corrosion and sticky deposits. In addition, the fluids should meet the latest ...
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Sandvik Coromant to launch new CoroDrill 860
Sandvik Coromant has announced that the new CoroDrill 860 will be available from March 2012. Optimised for steel drilling, the CoroDrill 860 delivers top-class performance across a range of operations, including conventional drilling, chamfered holes, inclined surfaces, cross holes, stack drilling and convex/concave surfaces. Using high cutting data in long ...
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New feature-rich CTX Ecoline turning machines from DMG
DMG has launched the CTX Ecoline range of turning machines that incorporate a range of new features. These include high-tech digital drives and the highly-stable linear roller guideways in all axes, which deliver optimum speed and dynamics even when completing complex procedures.Other features include a highly-dynamic spindle drive with continuously-adjustable ...
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ArticlePerfecting primerless painting PSA-style
Measuring successAlthough it started out producing pepper grinders, and then expanded its portfolio to include bicycles, PSA Peugeot Citroën is now Europe’s second largest car manufacturer. The Poissy site just outside Paris is where France’s first ever compact water-based painting process has been installed, and is regualated by an ABB ...
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ArticleEisenmann introduces the VarioLoc modular skid conveyor system
Combining several systems, such as inverted monorail or eccentric lifting tables, Eisenmann has developed a new conveyor system, the VarioLoc shuttle, which has the ability to raise, lower and transport skids and car bodies. The shuttle moves along a rail installed at floor level, which has fixtures at each side ...
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ArticleFederal-Mogul introduces the CrushShield cable protection system
Federal-Mogul has developed a product that will help protect occupants of hybrid and electric vehicles in the event of a crash. The new material, called CrushShield, surrounds and protects electrical cables, keeping the electrical system isolated from the rest of the vehicle.CrushShield is one of the first cable products on ...
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ArticleSKF launches Sound Monitor Kit for easy detection of conveyor faults
SKF has launched its new Idler Sound Monitor Kit. This easy-to-use handheld monitoring device can detect faults in conveyor belt idlers. Conveyor idlers support the length of a conveyor belt and are a common cause of belt damage - and production downtime.The Idler Sound Monitor Kit is ideal for monitoring ...
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ArticleNew CNC controllers from Fanuc
Fanuc has released a selection of new CNC process controllers, Model A, B, C and D.For example, the new Fanuc CNC Series 30i, 31i, 32i Model B Series controllers are ideal for sophisticated and complex machine tools. Features include a large number of axes and multichannel capability. Compared to previous ...
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ArticleBASF Coatings launches new ‘XColors – designed by BASF’ system
‘XColors – designed by BASF’ is described as ‘a unique colour concept bringing together colour trends and paint development’. One segment in the XColors product range is the ‘XFine’ colours. XFine offers strong metallic effects, the result of very fine aluminium particles arranged flat next to each other, producing a ...
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ArticleRofin introduces the FL 030 C fibre laser
The new Rofin FL 030 C fibre laser is a compact version of the company’s existing fibre laser series which has been specially developed for direct integration into existing machine installations. With a maximum power output of 3,000W, the FL 030 C is available as a multi-mode laser with a ...
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ArticleEpson launches new LS6 SCARA robot
Seiko Epson Corporation has introduced the LS6, which within the automotive sector is ideal for companies looking to boost throughput when working with electronics components and other similarly-sized parts.The new LS6 is the latest addition to the LS series of SCARA robots, designed for use in automated assembly and transfer ...
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ArticleSiemens 3SE63 safety switch for safety equipment
Siemens’ Industry Automation Division has launched an electronic contactless safety switch for equipment including covers, flaps and doors.The new 3SE63 safety switch, which uses RFID transponder technology, offers a high level of protection against interference, tampering and bypassing. The safety switch has a plastic enclosure which provides protection up to ...
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ArticleHyperform HPR reinforcing fibre cuts weight and costs
Milliken’s Hyperform HPR high-performance reinforcing agent can produce finished parts with improved stiffness and impact resistance, that weighs less than parts made with talc.Hyperform HPR-803i, which has been launched in all geographic markets, is primarily intended for use in polypropylene compounds, making it of particular interest to companies delivering automobile ...
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ArticleESAB launches Hybrio hybrid laser arc welding equipment
ESAB has launched the Hybrio family of hybrid laser arc welding equipment. The units combine the benefits of laser welding and gas metal arc welding (GMAW) to create an automated process that is up to ten times faster than conventional alternatives, with up to 90% less heat input and substantially ...
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ArticleAdhesive offers visible curing confirmation
Intertronics has introduced a new adhesive that features a built-in cure indicator. DYMAX 3225-T-SC is a versatile, plastic-bonding adhesive designed for rapid bonding, laminating and sealing of most plastics such as PMMA (acrylic), PC, PVC, ABS, PA, PU, SAN, TPU and aluminium.Formulated with See-Cure technology, it can also be used ...
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ArticleBlow-forming tech for HVAC parts
International Automotive Components (IAC) Group has introduced a new blow foaming process for production of HVAC duct components. The proprietary process is patented and licensed from JSP, global supplier of foamed plastics.The innovative process and proprietary material requires that only minor modifications be made to existing blow moulding equipment. Blow ...
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ArticleHexagon Metrology launches DEA GLOBAL Silver
With the new DEA GLOBAL Silver, produced by Hexagon Metrology, users can quickly, accurately and conveniently complete measurements, as scanning throughput of the new range is up to 35% higher than with previous-generation models.Improvements to the new DEA GLOBAL Silver range have been achieved through the use of optimised motion ...
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ArticleENGAGE XLT for interior and exterior auto parts
Dow Chemical Company has introduced ENGAGE XLT, a new grade of polyolefin elastomer for thermoplastic olefins (TPOs) used to produce interior and exterior automotive components. ENGAGE XLT provides a variety of benefits. Compounders can take advantage of improved impact effi ciency that enables lower elastomer loading in the TPO, while ...