Especially for car body assembly applications in the automobile industry, rotary table specialist FIBRO has developed a modular heavy-load positioning table that positions large and heavy parts or equipment quickly and precisely.
SOMIRAM, a VERLINDE lifting equipment integrator, has developed two new hoisting units for PSA Peugeot Citroën using standard VERLINDE EUROBLOC VT components.
The VIN identification number is listed on the body of a car which helps to ensure traceability of a vehicle throughout the manufacturing process, but also after it leaves the factory, right to the end of the life of the vehicle. VIN Marking is also being used extensively in heavy plant and for trailer traceability.
Three years ago, inventor of the quarter-turn quick access fastener, Dzus Fasteners, took quarter-turn fasteners to a new and unrivalled level with the development of the D8. Incorporating advanced and unique manufacturing technology using a rolled cam form process exclusive to parent company Southco, this quick access fastener has seen sales increase by 28% overall, including 60% growth in the US in the past year alone.
The Southco® AC-30 and AC-40 actuators are the first actuators from Southco suitable for entry door solutions and harsh environments. Constructed of corrosion-resistant materials, the actuators are designed for applications in the off-highway, marine and transportation industries.
Interactive self-service solutions technology signifies a major trend in customer service. Businesses are under intense pressure to reduce costs, while also supporting revenue generating activities, improving their customer service and providing operational efficiencies. Delivering these requirements and meeting the changing needs of customers can be achieved simply through one neat kiosk solution.
Tata Steel Rail France takes great care in inspecting the straightness of the ends of its rails so that its customers receive the straightest possible rails. As a result, it has recently retrofitted its end straightness inspection systems with Keyence's newest generation of CCD laser displacement sensors, the LK Series.
Just as with road traffic, planning, movement and tempo are also decisive when manufacturing cars. Volvo Cars is using Beijer Electronics' HMI solution iX to optimize the flow and thus rationalize its bodywork factory. The intuitive iX system is being used not only by operators and other production staff, but also in administration.