Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Conveyor Systems",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Distribution system slashes installation time from
Contrinex UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "Contrinex distribution boxes provide interconnection between sensors and control units by means of a range of quick-lock cable connectors and different sized distribution boxes".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Software models conveyor systems from
DEM Solutions: "EDEM is a discrete element modeling package for the simulation, analysis and visualisation of particulate flows".
In November 2007, we covered the news from Wyko, an Eriks Company
concerning its System Plast product range
- take a look at Agreement adds source for conveyor spares
which says: "Wyko will supply spares across System Plast's product range, comprising conveyor chains and components, sprockets and idlers, bearing supports, levelling pads and structural components".
Take a look also at the news release from Lapp, Gland handles large cables,
as well as Profiles allow easy construction from MiniTec UK,
and Motion control system synchronises drives from Siemens Automation and Drives.
See also:
Road show visits software users
(April 2007)
CAD Schroer Group (CSG) upcoming road show will highlight groundbreaking productivity tools, including the MPDS4 Factory Layout software
Aluminium profile resource launched online
(March 2007)
In addition to the product catalogues available for download from Applied Automation's site, help is at hand to aid the design process with access to the CAD library
The right conveyor at the right price
(March 2007)
Economy belt conveyors from Automation Supplies have a motorised roller or external motor drive
Sensor detects transparent materials
(February 2007)
Osiris from Telemecanique XUBT resolves all the problems associated with the detection of transparent materials
Roller table can be adapted to fit the application
(January 2007)
A new heavy duty chain-driven gravity roller table can transport loads of up to 300kg amd may be specified in working lengths and widths, with adjustable height to match the customer's application
Adhesive is made for vehicle lighting assemblies
(January 2007)
A new UV/visible light curing adhesive for vehicle lighting assemblies is available to bond an expanded variety of engineering plastics
Barcode readers developed for hazardous areas
(December 2006)
New barcode readers provide effective production management in hazardous locations
New source for engineered products
(November 2006)
Company offers a range of engineered products from one source, based on the popular and increasing use of established modular parts and assemblies to achieve cost effective solutions
Rodless cylinders add push to conveyor systems
(November 2006)
Rodless pneumatic cylinders are used whenever a pusher unit is required on conveyor systems designed and built by Stourport company Conveyor Units
Linear motors work together
(October 2006)
Copley Motion Systems has pioneered the use of multiple linear motors sharing the same axes to provide unparalleled performance and save machine space
Valve takes control of conveyor rollers
(October 2006)
Direct operated poppet valve is designed for use in zero pressure accumulation conveyor systems
Robots provide smooth and continuous motion
(September 2006)
Cartesian robots feature high-speed servomotor-controlled x-y-z motion for dispensing, soldering, inspection, automatic screw fastening and pick and place operations
Italian CAD users view latest software
(August 2006)
CAD Schroer Group has held its first Italian customer day, where existing and potential clients shared news and views with members of the international team
Easy upgrades prompt switch from Inventor
(August 2006)
Swiss mechanical engineering company Montech has standardised on SolidWorks software for all its new designs
Online CAD library speeds profile system design
(June 2006)
A new website provides its visitors with free access to a library of CAD symbols
Profile systems are easy to source and easy to use
(May 2006)
The MayTec product range covers simple applications such as machine safety guards and workbenches through to complex systems for machine frames, conveyor systems and linear slides
Conveyor success for NW manufacturer
(May 2006)
BHL Conveyor Technology, the leading North West manufacturer and installer of conveyor systems, has announced a number of new contract wins
Machine building system turns to conveying
(May 2006)
A new comprehensive catalogue from MiniTec details its wide range of belt, roller and timing belt conveyors, and production transfer systems
Compact conveyor is quick on the draw
(May 2006)
The Quickdraw conveyor provides all the functionality of a larger conveyor but in a smaller, easier to maintain package
Car plant benefits from intelligent robots
(March 2006)
Three robots with intelligent control and integrated 3D laser vision systems help build cars at modern floor pan assembly line in Sunderland, the first of its kind in Europe
Interface modules maximise wiring density
(March 2006)
New DIN-rail mounted interfaces connect a high-density cable from a PLC or electronic control system to terminal blocks where wiring from field devices is terminated
A history of AEG and electric motors
(February 2006)
From its beginnings in 1883, AEG grew to be a major electrical manufacturer the progress of which has followed the growth of the electric motor; this article charts the rise of both
Magnet repair at Didcot
(January 2006)
Repair to 22 tonne overband electromagnet used for removing metallic waste from the coal used to fuel Didcot Power Station
Buffers provide damping
(January 2006)
Tubus co-polyester elastomer profile buffers provide damping where a moving mass does not need to be decelerated to an exact position and it is not necessary to absorb 100% of the incoming energy
Project aims for new CIP network standard
(November 2005)
A new project seeks to develop a network targeted at simple sensors and actuators
Control monitoring system automates quarrying
(August 2005)
Hanson Aggregates has significantly increased production at its Wykeham UK quarry, without additional staff, through the installation of a CitectScada control monitoring system
Safety light curtains take self-test onboard
(August 2005)
Siemens Automation and Drives has a new range of safety light curtains for protecting personnel and machinery
Conveyor system suits food and packaging
(June 2005)
The new VarioFlow conveyor system from Bosch Rexroth is a high-performance, cost-effective system for material handling links between machines in the fields of food and packaging
Valve actuators pass Estonian test
(May 2005)
Rotork's representative in Estonia has completed the second part of an unusually demanding project on belt conveyor systems at two of the country's power stations
Synchronous motors satisfy ATEX standards
(April 2005)
Superior Electric XCE Series hazardous duty synchronous motors satisfy ATEX standards for use in potentially explosive atmospheres as defined by CE directive 94/9/EC
Malaysian generator orders fluid couplings
(March 2005)
Hydrastart fluid couplings have been chosen to protect the huge conveyor systems delivering coal to the furnaces of a Malaysian coal-fired power station
Fieldbus bridge aids industrial PC expansion
(March 2005)
The E2CA from Meikon is an industrial Ethernet to CAN fieldbus bridge designed to overcome many of the limitations associated with fitting internal PC expansion cards
Robots find ideal Turkish partner
(December 2004)
TM Robotics has agreed a new alliance with Turkish systems integrator EMS Robotik
Dairy automation answers economic pressures
(December 2004)
FlexLink, Krones and Elopak have worked together with Festo to provide the right answers to the demands for automation in dairies