Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Machine Operators",
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 De-dusters offer safe personal cleaning from
Air Control Industries, which we summarised at the time by saying "Trelleborg machine operators are using JetBlack units to remove dust and fragments from their clothes and bodies, even their hair".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Controllers provide safety at the drive from
Lenze: "It is the moving parts of a machine that pose a risk to machine operators and maintenance personnel".
In August 2007, we covered the news from Filtermist International
- take a look at Offshore filtration contract signed
which says: "The Filtermist oil mist extraction systems use efficient centrifugal impaction principles to remove oil mist and smoke from the atmosphere".
Take a look also at the news release from Absolute Vision, Technology tracks tool position,
as well as Group evaluates CNC/ERP integration from OMAC,
and What's on at Safety in Action from Australian Exhibitions and Conferences.
See also:
Software avoids CNC collisions
(February 2007)
GE Fanuc's 3D Interference Check function for its standard 30i/31i/31i series CNC controls helps to avoid machine collisions
Seal-less pumps raise mining machine reliability
(January 2007)
Dosco Roadheading machines feature a newly designed raised-pressure water spray system to suppress dust and cool the picks on the cutting head
Machine vision comes to off-highway equipment
(December 2006)
Visual operator interface allows machine operators to better keep their work environment in view, thereby increasing safety and productivity at work
IPC network provides protected route expansion
(October 2006)
An advanced DNC system comprising 21 industrial PCs running on a wireless network via five ceiling-mounted access points has been installed throughout Ronaldsway's manufacturing plant
Meters make savings on the panel and the budget
(October 2006)
Analogue panel meters increase user versatility in a footprint that is 30% smaller than 1/8 DIN meters and nearly half the cost
Interface aids safety controller diagnostics
(September 2006)
Machine operators and maintenance staff can benefit from better access to diagnostic data by connecting a Pilz PMI m107 machine interface to a PNOZmulti modular safety controller
Monitoring module maximises operator safety
(July 2006)
Safety monitoring module protects machine operators when they are performing repairs or maintenance in hazardous zones with shutdown machine control
Cost competitive coolant is made for magnesium
(June 2006)
The efficiency of Trim E737 has resulted in a die caster reducing its coolant concentrate consumption by 50% and its costs by a substantial 23%
Software optimises CNC processes
(June 2006)
Vericut 6.0 has many new features designed to increase the ability of CNC manufacturing engineers to simulate, analyse and optimise the entire CNC machining process
Fluid meets aerospace demands
(May 2006)
A new metalworking fluid from MacDermid has met all the demands of a major aerospace company
EDM - the key to better electrode making
(March 2006)
Smooth out the process, eliminate unnecessary steps, reduce errors and automate repeat work by using a single piece of software throughout electrode design and manufacture
CAM software aids move in manufacturing methods
(March 2006)
Subcontracting company changes operating methods to cope with the new manufacturing environment by relying more on CAM software as it moves from production machining to short-run manufacture
Batch weight indicator won't break the bank
(February 2006)
The SY045 batch weight indicator responds to market demands for a low-cost weight indicator
Mach 2006 showcases CNC software
(January 2006)
Mach 2006 from 15th to 19th May at Birmingham's NEC will see version 6.0 of the Vericut CNC simulation and optimisation software
Digital meters save space on the panel
(December 2005)
The new CUB5 digital series of panel meters offers features similar to those found in the award winning PAX meters, but at half the size of the larger panel models
New edition: IEC 60204-1 machinery safety standard
(November 2005)
IEC has published the fifth edition of IEC 60204-1 'Safety of machinery, Electrical equipment of machines, Part 1: General requirements'
Detection system cuts the chatter
(October 2005)
Imperfections in the surface quality of ground rolls used for cold roll finishing of steel, aluminium, paper and other strip materials can now be detected and eliminated at an early stage
Use of spindle probes saves money for car maker
(September 2005)
The Nissan plant in Sunderland, UK, is demonstrating how it is possible to significantly reduce costs to compete against manufacturers based in emerging lower-cost economies
Putting the squeeze on compressed air costs
(September 2005)
With energy prices on the rise and huge savings there for the taking, Mark Allinson of ABB argues that the time has come to take control of compressed air
Safety interlock switch adds escape release
(August 2005)
Improved safety provision for machine operators is provided by Allen-Bradley Guardmaster's introduction of a new escape release facility for its TLS-GD2 safety interlock switch
On-machine probing solves scrap problem
(August 2005)
As it continued to win difficult medical work, David Wiggans, Tech Machine's owner, decided to go full bore into on-machine probing to solve his scrap problem
Noncontact thermometer checks bearing health
(July 2005)
The TempCheck Plus thermometer allows users to measure the temperature of hard to reach or moving machinery components
HSE website changes and additions
(June 2005)
During June 2005 the Health and Safety Executive made a number of important changes and additions to its website that are relevant to the field of industrial health and safety
Intense claims for colour sensor
(June 2005)
The ColorMax-1000 is billed as the industry's first colour sensor that outputs colour intensity
Performance lubricants improve performance
(March 2005)
Paul Schulha of Castrol Industrial argues that high performance lubricants provide very real opportunities to optimise the effectiveness of production equipment
Keylock switches provide secure access
(January 2005)
A new range of high quality keylock switches provide protection against unauthorised access and additional safety controls
Ease of use is paramount in machine guarding
(January 2005)
A safety system that is difficult to use is more liable to be removed or bypassed, and so difficult machine guarding problems require special consideration
Manager aids operator driven reliability
(November 2004)
SKF has launched an upgraded version of its Marlin Pocket Pro data manager
Probe speeds machine setup
(November 2004)
The MarTest 802 EW measuring probe provides machine operators with a fast, easy way to set up their milling and EDM machines
Vision sensors offer guaranteed performance
(October 2004)
Complete product traceability plays a vital role at EbV Elektronikbau- und Vertriebs' fully automated production Plant II in Burbach, Germany
Coded system guards up to 20 doors
(September 2004)
Compatibility problems are claimed to be a thing of the past with the latest BNS-AES coded door guarding system from Schmersal
Flat panel monitor boasts a bigger display
(September 2004)
The Allen-Bradley VersaView 2000M flat panel monitor is a 20in PC display for industrial applications
Weight indicator answers basic demands
(August 2004)
The SY035W weight indicator answers industry demands for a basic low-cost weight indicator which combines high quality design and manufacture with value for money technology
A sense of touch
(August 2004)
Ian Smith, Business Development Manager for Touch Screens at Danielson, reviews the latest developments in HMIs - notably touch screen technologies and membrane switches