Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Conveyors",
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 High-temperature bearings are lubricated for life from
Metallized Carbon Corporation, which we summarised at the time by saying "Bearings and thrust washers offer greatly increased oxidation resistance without sacrificing their self-lubricating properties, resulting in longer life".
The same day,
we featured the news release Failsafe couplings protect miners from
Renold Hi-Tec Couplings: "Renold's rubber-in-compression couplings are intrinsically failsafe because even if the rubber blocks vapourised, the strong metal paddles would come together to provide the drive".
In February 2008, we covered the news from MiniTec UK
concerning its Conveyor components
- take a look at Components create custom conveyors
which says: "Additional components allow even more possibilities to customise parts transfer and handling systems".
Take a look also at the news release from Control Techniques, Module helps drive users standardise network,
as well as Automation saves Eur45,000 at coating factories from Schaeffler (UK),
and Worm gears offer extended lifetimes from Nord Gear.
See also:
Timing belts improve robotic reliability
(January 2008)
The red GEN III belt requires no lubrication, is very quiet running and is effectively maintenance-free after installation
New HQ demonstrates commitment to Europe
(December 2007)
Tsubaki has maintained a European headquarters in the Netherlands for the last 35 years
Precision gearboxes offer lower prices
(November 2007)
ZF's latest innovation delivers accuracy and durability that is nearly as high as the WT range, at considerably lower cost
Drives handle ale efficiently
(November 2007)
Three axes of Lenze 9300 drives are used to position the casks and remove the plugs, known as the keystone and the shive
Grinders cut solids down to size
(September 2007)
Franklin Miller grinders effectively reduce solids such as rags, plastics and wood that might otherwise damage valuable pumping equipment
Emergency switches suit a range of applications
(September 2007)
The ZQ 900 is a safety emergency switch that latches in the emergency-stop position if actuated and requires a manual reset by means of a release button
Guide offers machine safety advice
(September 2007)
The fourth edition of On Your Guard has been updated and completely redesigned
UV light source shows up lubricant leaks
(September 2007)
Although UV flood lights have been used to detect oil spillages and leaks for some time, they have never really been accurate, powerful or flexible enough for widespread application
Conveyor system eases stresses
(August 2007)
Parts flow freely with very low friction and exert minimal force on adjacent parts and automation components
Motor controllers cut installation costs
(August 2007)
Users of Rockwell Automation's new ArmorStart distributed motor controllers benefit from lower installation costs, reduced engineering times and ease of maintenance
Sensors improve conveyor control
(July 2007)
Contrinex right angle sensors are designed to be flush mounted on to the conveyor side looking across the belt or rollers, resulting in a slim profile that is unlikely to be struck and damaged
Light gears offer high strength
(July 2007)
The Posiplan PH and BPH shaft-mounted range of gearboxes employs the planetary stages at the input end and the helical stage at the slower, higher torque output side
Lubricant suits conveyors and slide ways
(July 2007)
Interflon Slide Spray provides a highly durable, nongreasy lubrication film that enables goods to be conveyed with considerably less resistance and force
Miniature conveyors are made for machine builders
(June 2007)
Conveyor is based on a 20 x 20mm T-slot aluminium profile, and so it is compatible with popular aluminium-extrusion machine frame building systems
Self-guided vehicle batteries improve efficiency
(June 2007)
A self-guided vehicle system provided by FMC Technologies will handle palletised finished case goods for despatch to the UK and Europe for a major food manufacturer
Conveyors limit pressures on queued products
(June 2007)
The power to the rollers in lineshaft roller conveyors is supplied via a longitudinal shaft which is rotated beneath the load bearing rollers, providing traction to each individual roller
Cable pull switch resists corrosion
(June 2007)
Rockwell Automation's Allen-Bradley Guardmaster Lifeline 4 cable pull switch provides users with emergency stop access along exposed conveyors and around awkward machinery
System automates conveyor belt cleaning
(June 2007)
The hard anodised profile of the PDU2 and its corrosion-resistant internal components help it survive regular cleaning
Compact drives receive new features
(June 2007)
The CFW-08 drives integrate the latest DSP (digital signal processor) and 16bit space vector modulation for optimised motor control and quiet operation
Conditioner keeps watch over rotating machines
(May 2007)
High-performance signal conditioning unit provides protection for many types of rotating machinery including centrifuges, fans, gearboxes, motors, pumps, compressors and conveyors
Bearings tolerate contaminated lubricants
(May 2007)
Super-TF bearings offer up to 10 times the life of ordinary carburised steel when used with contaminated lubrication
Level indicator offers failsafe assurance
(May 2007)
The ATEX approved RotoSafe is a novel rotary level indicator that incorporates two detection circuits
Installation service offered for guarding systems
(May 2007)
Machine frames, enclosures and guards are assembled using MiniTec's one-piece Powerlock fastening system, providing the industry's fastest interconnection method
Belt conveyors are based on aluminium extrusions
(April 2007)
Family of compact belt conveyors combines motorised conveyor rollers with an aluminium profile frame
Lubricants tolerate low temperatures
(April 2007)
SKF's two new lubrication products increase uptime, extend component service life and cut maintenance costs
Wireless system transmits industrial data
(April 2007)
Vega's Plicsradio system allows users to sidestep obstacles like roads, railways, rivers and buildings
Roller conveyors built to order
(April 2007)
An order Saudi Oger placed with Geo Robson called for two powered roller conveyors that could withstand loads of up to 350kg, with a specific straight-sided diabolo pattern
Variable speed drives handle large voltage range
(April 2007)
Leroy Somer has extended the power of its compact and economical Digidrive SK range of variable speed drives - up to 132kW
News on the Economy belt conveyors from Automation Supplies
(March 2007)
Economy belt conveyors from Automation Supplies have a motorised roller or external motor drive
Food-grade transportation allows easy cleaning
(March 2007)
EWAB's stainless food systems are available with an integrated cleaning system
Rethinking robot system pays off
(March 2007)
After five years of using a robotic palletising system Myson's engineers decided to capitalise on their understanding of the systems limitations and the knowledge they had gained on robotics
Belt conveyor handles heavy items
(March 2007)
A choice of belt types is available on the Flat-Belt Conveyor 90, with a durable PVC belt fitted as standard, as is a stainless-steel skid-plate
Servo drives machine created in five months
(March 2007)
Europack set about designing a high-speed servo drives machine to handle up to 40 cartons per minute
Large permanent overband magnet provided
(February 2007)
Master Magnets has custom designed, manufactured and delivered one of the largest permanent overband magnets ever supplied in the UK