Cecimo, the organisation representing the European machine tool industry, has issued a 19page publication called Innovating the Future: The Impact of Digitalisation on Advanced Manufacturing. It contains a collection of case studies from companies across the sector, showcasing the transformative journeys of manufacturers who have adopted cutting-edge digital technologies to enhance e ciency, productivity and sustainability. From predictive maintenance and real-time data monitoring to smart factory systems, the applications illustrate how businesses are using advanced digital tools to adapt to evolving market demands, and to drive growth and increase competitiveness. https://drivesncontrols.news/xy8jfbhu Product finder simplifies electrical product selection Dold has upgraded its online Product Finder which simplies nding the right switchgear and safety monitoring products from its range of more than 10,000 items. Whether you are looking for a specic part number or need help nding the right product, the tool provides real-time results in a few clicks, using full-text search or category lters. The tool generates a list of suggested products, with options to rene further. It also oers access to datasheets and specications. Preferred products can be saved as favourites or placed in an enquiry basket. Dold’s portfolio includes relay modules, enclosures, safety switches and PCB relays. www.dold.co.uk Catalogue offers guidance for smart conveyors HepcoMotion has issued an updated catalogue covering its GFX guidance system for Beckho’s XTS smart conveyor technology. The new products highlighted include a four-bearing Strong Mover aimed at heavy-duty industries that could not previously use smart conveyors. It can handle high press loads and assembly forces of 2.5kN – ten times higher than standard. There is also the GFXr system for high-load movement in rectangular paths. By eliminating the need to navigate curves, it handles load up to 125kg. A new variant for Beckho’s Hygienic Design motors is the stainless-steel GFX Aseptic (GFXhA), which resists cleaning chemicals. www.hepcomotion.com/downloads/ hepcomotion-guidance-system-for-beckho-xts Paper explains how to cut defects by more than 30% Flexxbotics, a US company that enables robotdriven manufacturing, has published a White Paper titled Autonomous Process Control (APC) using Robots and Automated Inspection in Manufacturing. The paper identies the technologies needed for APC in smart factory robotics. It explains how improved nonconformance capture can cut defects by at least 30%, increase production yields by 25-45% (depending on the process), and cut the cost of quality by 20%. https://exxboticsinc.com/1apcpr 48 n NEW PRODUCTS n DESIGN DATA AND MULTIMEDIA November/December 2024 www.drivesncontrols.com Sensor Technology is oering an optional Ethernet output for its TorqSense SGR521 transducers, providing enhanced connectivity and data transfer capabilities. The non-contact transducers avoid the drawbacks of sliprings, and use strain gauge signal conditioning techniques to deliver torque measurement ranges from 175mNm to 13kNm, an accuracy of ±0.1%, a 400% overload capacity, digital sampling rate of 4,000 samples per second, and an overrange reading of up to 250%. The transducers can connect to LANs to integrate with structured cabling. Ethernet connectivity allows multiple devices to access the transducers simultaneously. www.sensors.co.uk Siemens Digital Industries Software has released its Capital X suite for engineering electrical and electronic systems in a cloudenabled software-as-a-service (SaaS) version, offering the same capabilities as the earlier Capital software in a more accessible, scalable, and flexible format. Part of the company’s Xcelerator-as-aService portfolio of cloud-enabled software, Capital X is designed for rapid deployment, giving users access to the development software much quicker than traditional software implementations. https://plm.sw.siemens.com/ en-US/capital/products/ capital-x 50kg-capacity Scara robot achieves ‘industry-leading’ cycle times Yamaha has announced a Scara robot for moving and assembling large, heavy objects. The YK1200XG robot has a 1,200mm arm length and is said to achieve industry-leading cycle times with its maximum payload of 50kg. A matching controller (RCX341) has a higher output current than the previous RCX340, supporting the highspeed movements of heavy loads. The robot’s beltless design reduces lost motion and ensures precision. It can be used for long periods without maintenance, or worrying about belt damage, stretching or ageing. Yamaha says it oers increased speeds compared to earlier models, with X and Y axis speeds up to 7.7m/s. Connecting the end rotational axis directly to the reducer leads to higher allowable inertia moment than belt-driven robots, allowing high-speed operation even with oset workpieces. Yamaha Motor Europe www.yamaha-motorrobotics.eu European case studies showcase digitalisation in practice Panel-mounting high-power drives are ‘75% smaller’ Rockwell Automation has announced a range of panelmounting, high-power variable-speed drives which it, says, will simplify installation, increase productivity and improve uptime. The Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 755TS frame 7A six-pulse drives deliver more power in a smaller footprint, allowing users to get the most out of their space. The drives, available in ratings up to 355kW, are said to be 75% smaller than ¡oormounting alternatives, making them easier to install. They are also said to be easy to commission and maintain, with a simple, consistent user experience for most motor control applications, including fans, pumps and conveyors. They also support more advanced motor control processes with high-performance functions typically found in specialised drives. Rockwell Automation www.rockwellautomation.com
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