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Machine Building Components

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Component package makes machine building easy

The Flexible Automation Components package is ideal for manufacturing, assembly and packaging applications.  Brochure available  

News from Elesa (UK) (15 May 2008)

Components catalogue contains 44% more parts

Ball splines with a lubricant reservoir are among the new entries in the 2008 Misumi catalogue.

News from Misumi ( 5 May 2008)

Large lens provides clarity boost

The MWIR large format lens assembly offers diffraction-limited performance over the entire field of view, enabling the microscan image enhancement feature to achieve the highest potential clarity.

News from StingRay Optics (14 April 2008)

Machine upgrade cuts lubrication costs

Bielomatik's latest single-channel MQL system delivers a fine aerosol spray directly to the cutting tip.

News from Bielomatik ( 1 April 2008)

Website update provides 3D catalogue

MiniTec UK's website provides direct access to the interactive MiniTec E-catalogu, an online 3D catalogue that allows designers to visualise all the possibilities available in the MiniTec range  Brochure available  

News from MiniTec UK (28 March 2008)

Metal work is key to maritime safety

 User application article   Work has begun on a GBP 1 million contract to provide vital components for the latest class of lifeboat used by the RNLI charity.

News from Eden Engineering (21 March 2008)

Laser technology targets renewable power

Advancements in laser and photonics solutions are helping to drive down the costs of manufacturing the newest generation of thin film photovoltaics  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (18 March 2008)

Laser eases small device manufacturing

Newport's Pantera laser is suitable for applications in solar cell, flat panel display, printed circuit board and semiconductor manufacturing.  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (17 March 2008)

Machine framing system houses football clubs

 User application article   The sturdy new dugouts have been built to comply with FA standards and are colour matched to BTFC's blue and gold strip.  Brochure available  

News from MiniTec UK (17 March 2008)

Aluminium profile system can be ordered online

HepcoMotion has extended the scope of its e-shop to include its MCS profile system.  Brochure available  

News from HepcoMotion ( 6 March 2008)

Expanded laser range targets life sciences

The Excelsior-505 platform is suitable for customers that need a reliable laser for DNA sequencing.  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (27 February 2008)

Small laser drives down system costs

The Orion diode laser's small footprint and low thermal load help ensure maximum design flexibility for commercial laser systems  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (26 February 2008)

Single-diode laser bar puts out high power

The Corvus series uses technical advancements in bar geometry design and beamshaping technology to efficiently fibre couple single-diode laser bars.  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (25 February 2008)

Stacked arrays provide extremely high brightness

Active water cooling enables the low thermal resistance needed to drive the high power levels required to achieve extremely high brightness.  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (25 February 2008)

Lasers to shake up plasma panel manufacture

 User application article   High-powered laser enables superior manufacturing method for thin film patterning.

News from Powerlase (13 February 2008)

Components create custom conveyors

Additional components allow even more possibilities to customise parts transfer and handling systems.  Brochure available  

News from MiniTec UK ( 8 February 2008)

Linear and rotation stages suit precision work

The holding force of the motors lock the position of the AG-LS25 and AG-PR100 for true set-and-forget, long-term stability.  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics ( 5 February 2008)

Engineering kits cut costs and provide options

Components available from Blue Diamond include cast parts, machined components, plastic mouldings, assemblies, bearings and seals.  Brochure available  

News from Blue Diamond Technologies (28 January 2008)

Piezoelectric components are made to order

Noliac can design a broad range of piezoelectric components with various sizes and shapes to be implemented in customer applications.

News from Noliac (28 January 2008)

Resource provides comprehensive information

Catalogue is billed as the definitive sourcebook for engineers, scientists, educators and students.  Brochure available  

News from Newport Spectra-Physics (28 January 2008)

Track offers robust transportation option

The roller units offer a choice of fixing positions which can provide either a ride height which is flush with or 4mm from the track profile.  Brochure available  

News from Machine Building Systems (25 January 2008)

Negative-stiffness vibration isolators explained

 Technical background article   Although air tables have been around for the better part of a half-century, their usefulness as an efficient method for vibration isolation is now being seriously challenged, says Jim McMahon.

News from Minus K Technology (25 January 2008)

Lubrication systems maintain packaging machines

 User application article   Bielomatik systems deliver lubrication directly to the area required, without overspill and without polluting the surrounding area.

News from Bielomatik (22 January 2008)

Conveyor CAD models available for download

Online 3D model library allows users to rotate, zoom in and evaluate models to make certain they are downloading exactly what they need.

News from Automation Supplies (18 January 2008)

Screw design earths static build up

Builders of production and test equipment often want to ensure that any electrostatic build-up will be safely discharged to earth.  Brochure available  

News from Machine Building Systems (17 January 2008)

Mounting system puts sensors on the line

Aluminium profile tubing and GRP connecting clamps combine to form mounting system for production-line sensors.

News from Ondrives/Rino Industries ( 8 January 2008)

Lens zooms in with high definition

Motorised zoom lens is claimed to be the first to provide true high definition imaging throughout its range of operation.  Brochure available  

News from Resolve Optics (18 December 2007)

Direct-drive motors come in smaller sizes

With virtually no limitation in terms of the motor to load inertia torque ratio there is no need for mechanical gearing systems between the motor and load.

News from Danaher Motion (17 December 2007)

Machine framing and modular positioning

Comprehensive machine building ranges are now supported with a new 372 page hard-cover catalogue covering well over 600 items.  Brochure available  

News from MiniTec UK ( 3 December 2007)

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