UK oil mist collectors manufacturer, Filtermist International Limited, is so confident of the quality of its products that it has introduced a five-year warranty – totally FREE of charge. The warranty covers key non-consumable components, including the motor. The new...

With the UF4 geometry, Walter is launching a turning insert suitable for universal use on the market. The newly added versions – GX24…F…S; DX18…F…S – represent another addition to the range. Unlike the existing cutting inserts, the new inserts for...

Modernise Your Machines – The Nuts and Bolts of What’s Really Going On : Existing plants across the UK are full of ageing equipment and diverse machines with different capabilities, roles within the process, age and complexity. However, instead of...

The Energy Harvesting Sensor that is Providing Immediate Benefits : Sensors are a key component for implementing digital technologies in manufacturing. However, many sensing options generate installation and maintenance challenges that weigh against their benefits. Furthermore, recent discussions with OEM’s...

Damaging vibration and shock are a fact of life with rotating and oscillating machinery. Both shock and vibration can cause moderate to severe damage to equipment, increasing operating costs, reducing productivity and adversely effecting part quality. Motion is present in...

Motors and drives of varying types, speed and torque play a vital role on assembly lines worldwide. The components and complexity of the drive system can range from small fixed-speed DC motors to large variable frequency drive AC induction motors....

New ESD wheels and castors from Elesa prevent the build-up of electrostatic charge and thereby offer protection to sensitive electronics and in hazardous environments. Elsewhere they increase operator comfort by allowing static to pass directly to ground rather than as...

ATA Garryson Case Study; How a Custom Made Bur Gave a 2000% Improvement in Tool Life An automotive plant, which produces 3,000 engine blocks a day, needed assistance improving a machining application inside the engine block.  The engine block has...

Northumberland-based Arcot Engineering has upgraded its capabilities by investing in new cutting-edge machining technology. The company has invested in a Yamazaki Mazak CV5-500 5-axis machining centre, a machine ideally suited for engineering companies looking to make their first move into 5-axis...

Aluminum Injection Mold – Benefits, Usage, & Challenges : Injection molding is slowly becoming a popular manufacturing process across all industries and is being considered one of the best methods for producing large volumes of parts. Aluminum injection molds are...