Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Tension Control",
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 Tension control system prevents leaks from
James Walker Rotabolt, which we summarised at the time by saying "The RotaBolt 2 provides a large range of tension control on installation, tightening and in-service checking".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Tension control fasteners improve offshore safety from
James Walker Rotabolt: "RotaBolt 2 tension control fastener system was selected because it provides a range of tension control on installation, tightening and in-service checking".
In June 2007, we covered the news from James Walker Rotabolt
concerning its RotaBolt
- take a look at Fastener upgrade eliminates crane fatigue
which says: "When EMO dry bulk terminal in Rotterdam to experience fatigue issues on the bolts of its crane grab jaws, it asked RotaBolt to investigate".
Take a look also at the news release from Motion Drives and Controls, Chuck distribution deal signed,
as well as Custom-made bolts maintain heat exchanger tension from James Walker Rotabolt,
and Non-contact hysteresis systems offer accuracy from ZF Great Britain.
See also:
DC drive adds efficiency to legacy motors
(November 2006)
New DC drive technology debuts in retrofit of leading Southeast US paper mill's slitter-rewinder
Tension control in narrow web labelling machines
(November 2006)
Andantex has launched a new range of EMP brakes equipped with the most comprehensive range of cooling systems - necessary components to achieve higher linear speed
Controller winds up under tension
(October 2006)
The Magpowr Spyder provides cost-effective tension control for brakes, clutches or drives in unwind, rewind and point-to-point applications
Clutches and brakes turn to tension control
(October 2006)
Magpowr magnetic particle clutches and brakes provide a very precise yet simple solution for demanding web tension and torque control applications
Cylinders minimise sliding friction
(October 2006)
The MQ series is ideally suited to applications such as force and tension control where low breakaway pressure is critical
Bolts help keep turbines under tension
(October 2006)
Suzlon Energy, one of the fastest growing wind energy companies in the world, is now fitting RotaBolts on all its 1.25 and 2.1MW wind turbines
Bolts monitor tension in the oilfields
(October 2006)
Over the last 12 months, RotaBolt technology has been introduced into a wide variety of applications to deliver bolted joint reliability for oil and gas operators in Azerbaijan and the Caspian
Drives help keep the presses running
(September 2006)
A new electronic line shaft solution using standard Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 700S AC drives helps reduce press downtime allowing the printing industry to maximise automation investments
Putting the brake on accelerates film processing
(August 2006)
Contact-free hysteresis brakes and ERM controllers provide RTI with the perfect solution for managing the increased output from its new 35mm film processing machine systems
Servo controllers boast easy systems integration
(June 2006)
The QControl 2 two-axis servo controller combines high-speed processing and full support for IEC61131-3-compliant programming with onboard Ethernet and expansion for fieldbus communication
Site for power transmission and tension control
(April 2006)
Web site lets machine builders, engineers and designers in automation, packaging, paper processing, labelling, test rig and machine tool industries find information on products for their businesses
Digital controller takes charge of tension
(April 2006)
The latest digital controller from Merobel combines, in a smart and low profile front face enclosure, the most simple user interface with the most advanced technical features
Clutches and brakes protect delicate materials
(March 2006)
The MagPowr range of magnetic particle clutches and brakes provide excellent characteristics for precise web tension control - especially where the material is delicate
Servo drives include IEEE 1394b technology
(March 2006)
Networked servo drives include IEEE 1394b technology, which defines a roadmap to 3.2Gbit signalling as well as definitions for additional communications media, such as fibre optics
Flange protectors boost efficiency
(January 2006)
Flange protectors provide versatile and easy-to-fit way to boost efficiency, safety and life of process industry pipelines while giving environmental benefits and simplifying maintenance
Slip couplings set for long useful life
(January 2006)
A new series of 22 spring wrapped slip couplings is designed for long life under continuous slip conditions
Brakes and clutches avoid costly downtime
(December 2005)
ZF hysteresis brakes and clutches have provided Day International (UK) with over 12 months of problem free operation in a high precision pressing machine
Servomotors are made for demanding applications
(December 2005)
Three new ranges of DC brush servomotors provide the high levels of response and torque, accuracy and reliability required in demanding applications
Automation platform claims a breakthrough
(September 2005)
Aerotech's A3200 automation platform represents a breakthrough in machine control technology that encompasses both a seamless and a scalable automation system
Rolling diaphragm delights Wichita
(May 2004)
A custom engineered rolling diaphragm is helping Wichita Clutch to achieve enhanced performance in a recently developed actuator option for its ModEvo tension control brake
Cost effective precision force sensing
(March 2004)
FSS miniature sensors offer OEMs cost effective precision force sensing
Tool takes strain from stainless tie installation
(February 2004)
Panduit has enhanced its new Pan-Steel solution set to incorporate a state-of-the-art stainless steel cable tie installation tool, the ST3MT
Bespoke encoders handle the heat for Kodak
(December 2003)
Kodak's photographic paper manufacturing plant at Harrow has achieved zero downtime using bespoke replacement high-temperature encoders
Tension control system registers label success
(November 2003)
Custom label manufacturer Skanem has recently started retrofitting ZF hysteresis units to its Gallus printing machines to match changing industry demands
Aluminium mill project is a success
(October 2003)
In August 2003, IAS successfully completed the automation system upgrade for the three-stand tandem hot mill at Ormet Aluminum in Hannibal, Ohio USA
Repeat business from Ormet
(February 2003)
Ormet Aluminum Mill Products Corp has placed two further orders for control systems from Industrial Automation Services
Sensorless vector drive delivers dynamic response
(February 2003)
The TCF Series of sensorless vector drives provide OEMs with highly dynamic levels of transient performance, together with precise levels of motor control and up to 200% motor rated torque
Tensioning system keeps fibres under control
(January 2003)
Dynaspede has developed a novel and cost effective tensioning system for reels of optical fibre that offers direct and precise 4-Q torque control under transient and steady-state operating conditions
Noncontact brakes keep paperboard plant running
(December 2002)
EBU series hysteresis brakes have eliminated both wastage and maintenance downtime at Iggesund Paperboard by replacing a friction based tension control system used on a large shrink-wrapping machine
Hysteresis clutches put the cap on it
(December 2002)
Rimtec's speciality permanent magnet hysteresis clutches and couplings are ideal for packaging applications such as bottle cap tightening
Rolling diaphragm delights Wichita
(November 2002)
A custom engineered rolling diaphragm is helping Wichita Clutch to achieve enhanced performance in a recently developed actuator option for its ModEvo tension control brake
Tension control for web fed production
(September 2002)
The Merobel DGT 2000 digital tension controller is designed for use in a wide range of web-based production environments
Controller provides stable web tension at low cost
(July 2002)
Wichita Clutch has two new additions to its MCS2000 range of tension controllers
Drives speed offline finishing
(May 2002)
A high-speed offline finishing line at Howard Hunt Direct in Dartford has had such a dramatic effect on production capability of the company that a second line is already being considered