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Robots take their pick in plastic moulding application

Robots take their pick in plastic moulding application

A Mitsubishi Electric robot, PLC and HMI combination has provided PCE Automation with an ideal solution for its latest take-out system for plastic injection stretch blow moulding (ISBM) machinery. The MK5 which also supports integrated leak testing of plastic containers is based on a Q-series PLC, a MELFA six-axis articulated arm robot and a GOT Series touch-screen HMI. The resulting machine not only reduces transfer and testing times but also provides greater flexibility to adapt for different production runs.

29th May 2019
New starting points for building a smart food factory

New starting points for building a smart food factory

The ultimate goal of the smart factory is appealing, but the journey can seem daunting, especially in sectors such as food and beverage where margins are tight. But taking the first steps can be easier than you might think.

28th May 2019
Benefits of sensorless closed loop control

Benefits of sensorless closed loop control

While feedback devices may be the usual choice for control of motors, sensorless closed loop control can provide design engineers and machine builders with the ability to add value and a competitive advantage to their machines, says Mark Checkley of KEB.

28th May 2019
Non-contact chocolate inspection

Non-contact chocolate inspection

feast for the eyes. Perfect appearance conveys a sense of sophistication and full chocolate flavour. Modern 2D/3D laser profile sensors (laser scanners) from Micro-Epsilon are directly integrated in chocolate processing lines, enabling inline, real time inspection of complete product ranges, based on non-contact, efficient high speed measurements.

28th May 2019
Marstons is chilling with valves expertise

Marstons is chilling with valves expertise

For Marstons brewery in Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, replacing control valves on the main chiller system would improve reliability. However, the process control components were initially looking expensive  – until a much more cost-effective solution was revealed.

28th May 2019
ABB launches IEC food safe motors

ABB launches IEC food safe motors

ABB has launched a full range of IEC Food Safe motors designed for applications in the food and beverage industry that need frequent sanitation. The new IEC Food Safe motors are part of ABB’s Food Safe family that includes stainless steel NEMA motors, mounted ball bearings and gearing.

28th May 2019
New PLC CPUs enable connection to the cloud

New PLC CPUs enable connection to the cloud

To meet the increasing data demands of digital applications, ABB is launching new central processing units (CPUs) for its AC500 PLC range which offer enhanced connectivity, performance and speed suitable for industrial, buildings or substation uses.

10th May 2019
Flexible water analysis system saves time and money

Flexible water analysis system saves time and money

Maintaining clean water quality is important for both consumers collecting it from the tap and for manufacturers that rely on it as a key constituent part of a process. Efficient measuring and monitoring of parameters such as pH, iron content and turbidity, is a constant challenge for many water utilities and food & beverage producers. Now there is a flexible, modular system that uses smart cube technology to save space, time and money.

9th May 2019
Lubrication-free ball transfer units with up to 500N capacity

Lubrication-free ball transfer units with up to 500N capacity

igus is introducing advanced polymer ball transfer units for use on ball tables to ensure five times more load-bearing capacity. These conveyor tables transport delicate or heavy goods in multiple directions. Made of the high-performance plastic xirodur B180, the ball transfer units can support loads of up to 500N. Stainless steel balls inside the roller allow smooth running.

8th May 2019
HMI for extreme environments

HMI for extreme environments

HMIs have been widely used to facilitate operator control within the factory environment for many years now; however the growing application of automation outside the factory means that HMIs are expected to operate in much harsher, more demanding applications than standard products are used to. To address these needs Mitsubishi Electric has added a new ruggedized variant to their already comprehensive HMI product range.

24th April 2019
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