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Improving glass temperature measurement accuracy

02/02/2029

Inline (fixed) thermal imaging cameras or non-contact infrared temperature sensors are currently limited in the accuracy they can achieve, but recent developments by Micro-Epsilon could change that.

What does it take to design the right spring or pressed part?

02/02/2029

Nick and Dan Goss attempt to shed some light on this, basing their article on past experience and the huge variety of projects their companies – Goss Spings and PMT - have undertaken for clients.

Polyamide and rubber mount enhances ride comfort

02/02/2029

ContiTech Vibration Control is claiming a world first for a new, lightweight automotive strut mount whose construction includes a significant proportion of glass fibre reinforced polyamide. The component includes a highly insulating rubber element, which enhances ride comfort.

Vacon comes to the aid of its 'fans'

02/02/2029

For a number of years, fan systems specialist WITT Group has been using Vacon drives, supplied by York based Vacon distributor, Mutex UK. So when WITT engineers wanted to build a test rig, it called on Mutex for advice on selecting the best VSD for the application.

Steel rolling mill poses challenges for table drives

02/02/2029

Heavy loads, frequent severe shocks, extreme temperatures – achieving reliable drive operation is challenging in this Bahrain steel rolling mill.

Latest Features from DPA

Improving glass temperature measurement accuracy

What does it take to design the right spring or pressed part?

Polyamide and rubber mount enhances ride comfort

Vacon comes to the aid of its 'fans'

Steel rolling mill poses challenges for table drives