From the inside mirror base for the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Coupé (W 198 model series), to the spark plug holder from the tool kit. and sliding sunroof rollers for the W 110, W 111, W 112 and W 123 model series, Mercedes-Benz will supply these new parts through the use of 3D printing techniques. The 3D printing process is well-suited to smaller quantities and if the genuine...
“(Kapton) can withstand all kinds of harsh environmental insults: radiation, high temperature, chemical reagents,” said Timothy Long, a professor of chemistry and the director of Virginia Tech’s Macromolecules Innovation Institute (MII). “It’s one of these molecules that is the ultimate in terms of performance.” Prior to last year’s study, Kapton was only available in...
Ever since environmental impact became a hot topic for discussion and action within the automotive manufacturing industry, material use and process has been under scrutiny. At International Automotive Components Group (IAC), a tier one supplier of interior systems and components, routes are being investigated to move away from petroleum-based polymers in its core portfol...
From the 1st September 2018 it became compulsory for all new cars registered within the area of the European Union to comply with a strict new vehicle fuel consumption and CO2 and other pollutants emissions testing regime called the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP). The stipulation follows on from the introduction of WLTP for all new car models f...
The automotive industry is undergoing the biggest transformation in its history. Megatrends such as digitisation, autonomous driving and e-mobility have significant implications not only for manufacturers but also for suppliers. What is required are smart production and logistics systems that combine modularity and intelligent automation to enable extreme flexibility so ...
Early this year a bland-looking industrial estate a few miles to the north of Oxford officially became the manufacturing site for what one of its residents believes to be the electric motors that currently provide best-in-class performance for power and torque densities against any rivals and which could play a major role in accelerating the advance of electric vehicles ...
There has been no shortage of 3D printing successes on Kickstarter. Take Formlabs and its affordable, segment-defining Form 1 SLA 3D printer. Fast forward six years from that campaign, and the company is a unicorn, worth over $1-billion. Despite such successes, there is also a rogue’s gallery of failures that continue to dent trust in the creators that take to the pla...
. Evolve Additive Solutions is a spinoff from Stratasys, and its claim to fame is a technology called Selective Thermoplastic Electrophotographic Process, or STEP. The technology boasts speeds up to 50 times faster than the current fastest 3D printing technology, as well as an injection molding quality on parts. Obviously, technology like that is going to turn some heads...
Nanodiamonds are spherical inserts that act as lubricant in the extrusion process. They don’t increase in nozzle wear and further improve various material characteristics. The diamond particles also reinforce the polymer structure, improving the stiffness, strength and adhesion between printed layers. Carbodeon has extensive patent coverage for the nanodiamond materials ...
Since BMGs have a super-cooled liquid region in their thermodynamic profile, they can achieve such a state. Harnessing these characteristics, the researchers generate solid, high-strength metal components in conditions similar to those of FFF/FDM. Much like traditional thermoplastics, these materials exhibit high strength and elastic limits. “We have shown theoretical...
“From X-Ray Mode to new algorithms to an advanced Global Registration tool, all the new features that are now available make working with scans of a large or highly detailed object much more streamlined and less time-intensive, no matter a user’s skill level,” said Artyom Yukhin, President and CEO of Artec 3D. Artec Studio 13 Founded in 2007, Artec 3D has developed...
“Open Technologies proven core competency in compact, 3D structured light scanning solutions aligns perfectly with our strategic direction,” stated Dr. Simon Raab, President and CEO of FARO. Dental 3D scanning Founded in 2001 by engineers Matteo Carocci and Alessandro Patrioli, Open Technologies SRL, which is located in Brescia, Italy, has built a portfolio of comp...
Archie O'Brien, a design student at Loughborough University, said the 3D printed underwater jetpack project started as a part of a student project and it took him just a year to design and build a functional prototype. O'Brien's original idea was to shrink down a jet ski engine so that it could be worn as a jetpack. After learning that similar underwater propulsion de...
Dave Hakkens, the guy who came up with the idea of a modular smartphone system to reduce waste, called Phonebloks (subsequently bought by Vodaphone, and now in the hands of Google), is looking for an engineer to help him solve a different problem. Through his project Precious Plastic, Dave is looking to rethink the way we recycle plastics. He has already created several ...
Businesses planning to purchase a 3D printer to boost parts production may want to give the new Formlabs ROI calculator a go-to determine long-term costs. When it comes to acquiring a 3D printer for your business, it pays to consider the cost and return on investment (ROI). However, calculating whether the purchase makes sense economically can be a strenuous task. ...
3D printed or additive manufacturing components are revolutionizing industrial production - and have been doing so for a long time. Various processes are establishing themselves on the market and breaking up the structures of conventional production processes. To produce an object there are now numerous, different possibilities available. The various additive manufacturi...
We present you the personalized manufacture of the four columns HIDROGARNE hydraulic press, MV-1000 E model. It is designed and produced to carry out high-performance vulcanizing works. Based on a structure of four cylindrical chrome columns of diameter 250mm, made exclusively of CR-42 steel. This specially manufactured hydraulic press has a central table with “T” gro...
The goal is better materials transport and handling applications. SupraJuntion involves an electromagnet moving a plate carrying glass containers over a pool of water without touching it. Such contactless transfer ensures container integrity, making it suitable for food and pharmaceutical products. With SupraGripper, 3-fingered grippers handle objects while hovering abov...
DIAMETER BETWEEN 219.1 mm. and 1219.2 mm. THICKNESS up to: INOX 55 mm. - DUPLEX 45 mm. - SUPER-DUPLEX 35 mm. LENGTH up to 12 mt. Mast sliding complete with n° 6 hydraulic cylinders that allow you to close the flaps of the pipe and weld. The plant is designed for processing and saving of work cycles for various thicknesses of each tube diameter. The plant is complet...
One of the tallest buildings in North Carolina, USA has 48 floors and is 786 feet tall. It has achieved LEED Platinum status by including water-saving plumbing devices, a water storage system that will treat rainwater to be used for cooling tower make-up water, and a green roof. The building is home to several prestigious businesses as well as to shops and restaurants an...
Machine/Facility: Stone crusher Lubricator: 8x simalube 125ml with hose connection Application: Lubrication of roller bearings Benefits - Continuous lubrication - Correct amount of lubricant - Less downtimes - Permanent environmental seal - Safer working conditions
THB’s bearings and slewing rings for blow molding machines and filler machines In recent years, THB Bearings focus their energy on developing professional bearings and slewing rings for blow molding machines and all kinds of filler machines. Most of those machines are used for producing bottles and fill the liquids into the bottles. Including bearing: Applica...
P1 Introduction: P1 is a fully automatic solder paste printing machine, it can be solder paste on PCB with instantaneous velocity jet. In the small production process quantities and many varieties, instead of automatic screen printing machine meeting the requirment of rapid production. It has the following advantages: 1, no template.It can reduce the waiting time o...
Product features: This product is suitable for glue and uniform rejection process, it use the power controllers, the speed and the time can be adjusted through setting key, start fast ,speed stability, high time accurate, and can work long time continuous stability. This machine can effectively control the thickness of the glue, and have good uniformity and consistenc...
A function of flux spray device: 1 nozzle: import nozzle, better spray 2 air system: AIRTAC electromagnetism valve, anti-corrosive pipe 3 moving nozzle system: air cylinder driven, spray speed and spray width can be adjusted by handle. 4 filtration flux system: collecting device is made of multi collecting lay, it is convenient to clean. 5 flux controlling: anti...
With the BRC 25 roller compactor, which premiered at the Interpack 2014 in Düsseldorf, the machine builder L.B. Bohle Maschinen + Verfahren GmbH from Westphalia rounds off its offer of granulation solutions. The BRC 25 is the smaller version of the BRC 100 which has already proven itself on the market. Easy handling, continuous production and a small footprint are on...
Produce perfect parts while using resources economically. In mould breathing, the reduction of clamp pressure when the melted material is being injected into the mould, can cause quality issues with the part. Mould breathing that is too great or too small can produce burn marks or flash. The intelligent ENGEL iQ clamp control software determines the optimum clamping fo...
Marbres&Design core business is the production of marble, granite, slate and engineered stone for interiors. Aiming specifically to improve its performance, some months ago, the transalpine enterprise integrated its machines with a Breton Combicut bridge-saw, which combines diamond disc and Waterjet cutting. The group’s gem is its kitchen worktop production range. The...
Casting is a vital manufacturing process used to create intricate metal parts and components for various industries. From automotive to aerospace, casting techniques play a crucial role in producing high-quality parts efficiently. Let's delve into 15 different types of casting processes and understand their unique characteristics and applications. 1. Metal Die Casting: ...
By working alongside a number of clients, we have noticed how multiple business goals may influence us to purchase a new extrusion line. Here are the most frequent ones: You want to expand your current business You want to develop a new turnover opportunity, for which you need a machine you don’t have now You want to replace technologically outdated, obsolete equipment ...
You want your name to brand the highest quality? Operate under an international banner? Make sure that what you’re offering presents the highest class in your business? Join us! Why? We are one of the main suppliers in the electrotechnical industry in Poland. Our portfolio includes a wide range of electrotechnical equipment, many innovative solutions, tools, and device...
The DXTECH after sales team traveled to Bosnia and Herzegovina to meticulously calibrate our client's integrated sheet and tube fiber laser cutting machine. This video captures the client's appreciation for our after-sales team, reflecting our unwavering dedication to providing top-notch service. Watch now to learn more！
The shuttle process makes it possible! Increase your productivity by loading on one table module while cutting on the other. Laser downtimes are avoided and efficiency is increased. Thanks to the movable material carrier, you benefit from easier access to the parts produced. A fully automatic process including shuttle process and robot connection is also possible (24/7 o...
Today marked a significant day for AlgoLaser as Justin, the founder, warmly welcomed an esteemed African customer to the company's headquarters. The customer, after thorough deliberation and a hands-on experience lasting two hours, made a decisive choice in favor of Alpha's latest laser engraver over the DIY KIT option. The primary factors guiding his decision were the p...
First, understand why cutting machines are essential for your business expansion. The human element is crucial to the success of any fashion line, even as professionals are responsible for every activity in the production of a garment, adding creativity and intelligence to the process. However, we must not forget that manual production has its limitations and it is those...
In early March, Ukrainian clients, accompanied by our dedicated sales representatives and technical personnel, visited the DXTECH factory. The purpose of their visit was to gain a comprehensive understanding of our state-of-the-art laser technology and witness its capabilities in action. During the visit, our skilled technical personnel demonstrated the operation of th...
