As Azipod® propulsion enters its fourth decade of production, the latest episode of the ABB DECODED podcast explores the technology that is revolutionizing the maritime industry beneath the waves.
For seven years now, KUKA has been supporting BACA Systems with innovative robotic solutions in the stone cutting industry. The cooperation is now being expanded with a new order: the US company has ordered 100 KUKA robots.
Friedrichshafen, Germany. ZF today announced that it has entered a long-term agreement with Goodyear bringing together ZF’s advanced Transics-branded, Fleet Management Solutions (FMS) and Goodyear’s high performing tyre portfolio and mobility solutions. Initially, ZF and Goodyear will offer European commercial vehicle fleets an integrated suite of fleet and tyre management applications supporting mixed and multi-brand fleets. Through an interoperable and flexible solution, based on a single telematics box, TX-TRAILERPULSETM, fleets can access the services and support of both companies, including Goodyear tyre data and full access to ZF’s Transics FMS solutions, TX-TRAILERFITTM and TX-CONNECTTM.
Bringing the proFPGA technology and team in-house can allow Siemens to more fully integrate and optimize the scalable, high-performance prototyping platform for lab and desktop environments into its Veloce hardware-assisted verification system.
FARO® Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: FARO), a global leader of 3D measurement, imaging, and realization solutions for the 3D Metrology, AEC (Architecture, Engineering & Construction), and Public Safety Analytics markets, today announced the acquisition of HoloBuilder, Inc.
Hillsborough County (Florida) has awarded FCC Environmental Services (FCC Servicios Medio Ambiente’s US subsidiary) the largest of the three lots in the new contract of residential and commercial solid waste collection. The contract foresees a term of eight years and eight months, with a potential extension of four years, and represents a total order book value of $280 million (around €230 million). This agreement also grants FCC the exclusive franchise to provide the commercial collection service in its area which will add further 100 million to the backlog.
RINGFEDER has recently released its GWE 5117 series of elastomer jaw servo-couplings, featuring a new hub design. With its partially slit hub located directly under the jaws and two screw clamps, this model eliminates radial loads on the shaft and achieves uniform power transmission. This hub design also prevents premature wear and system failure.