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Building Information Modelling makes progress
Bilfinger Tebodin is offering clients the very latest in digital technology to design both new facilities and change existing plants. One element of this is Building Information Modelling (BIM), a...
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Seal of approval for the latest electrical kitchen appliances
Here Stefan Reichle, Market Unit Manager for Parker Engineered Materials Group, Prädifa Technology Division ponders sealing materials for kitchen use. It is a requirement of most electrical kitchen...
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Global electric vehicle patent results published
PatSnap has launched its Electric Vehicle (EV) Intellectual Property (IP) Report 2018, which analyses PatSnap’s global dataset related to innovation in EVs. The report found a significant increase in...
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New tiny photodiode
Vishay broadens its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of a new high speed silicon PIN photodiode with enhanced sensitivity for visible light. Featuring a rectangular 4.8mm by 2.5mm...
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Consumer tech hitting the factory
In 2017, Google announced that it would cease production of its original Google Glass, replacing it with a new Enterprise Edition. Here Jonathan Wilkins, marketing director at obsolete industrial parts...
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Non-corroding anti-vibration mounts
WDS Component Parts has extended its range of anti-vibration and rubber stop AV mounts by introducing stainless steel versions of most sizes and types. These are intended for use in applications where...
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Designing the future of materials sourcing
Following the service’s launch in late 2017, the materials scientists from materials comparison site Matmatch are inviting industry professionals, academic scientists and product designers to suggest...
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Reducing the waste
UK Prime Minister Theresa May announced the 25 year Environmental Plan at the start of the year. It aimed to provide cleaner, greener country. With a revised focus on environmentally friendly and...
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The US Marines deploy LulzBot 3D printers
The US Marine Corps is known for innovating on the fly, and Building Momentum, in conjunction with their LulzBot 3D Printers, is helping them take that innovation to a whole new level. A veteran-owned...
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High precision for handling systems
Harmonic Drive UK has launched its CSG-2A Series Component Set. The strain wave gear has been designed for highly dynamic applications, like mechanical handling equipment in production and processing...
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From freezer to fire
Efforts to extend the life span of foods have a long history. Ancient tactics relied on nature to prevent food from rotting — freezing meat in arctic conditions and drying fruits in the tropical sun...
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New low voltage welding torch
MacGregor Welding Systems has announced that it now offers the new TR-16A Touch Retract Welding Torch, ideal for rapid design evaluation of electric vehicle battery pack concepts in research and...
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Industrial 3D print brings student racing car dream to life
Ogle Models and Prototypes was asked to produce parts for the vehicle in a bid to reduce weight and maintain optimum performance ahead of the world’s biggest student motorsport competition.The intake...
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Making sure VAR is a success
During the 2010 World Cup, a referee was famously dismissed from refereeing the rest of the tournament because of his decision to play on, despite a goal being scored. This led to the introduction of...
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World Rallycross move to electric
IMG has collaborated with the FIA and a number of car manufacturers on this project for the last eighteen months, whilst working hard to ensure privateers can also compete in the new Championship and...
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Rethinking electric vehicle component design
As sales of electric vehicles rise and companies begin to capitalise on the increased adoption of the technology, REO UK is urging the industry to consider the three areas of concern: component design,...
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EV faster than a Formula 1 car
The paragraph in the regulations for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is clear: Should participants be forced to suspend their run for safety reasons, they have exactly 20 minutes in which to...
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Is standard lubrication holding you back?
Imagine rubbing your hands together 20,000 times a minute. The two surfaces would generate an unbearable amount of heat caused by friction unless you were to use a suitable lubricant. Here, Chris...
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Further investment in Additive Manufacturing
3D Systems has announced that Sauber Motorsport AG, the company operating the Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team, has added five new ProX 800 SLA 3D printers to its headquarters and engineering facilities in...
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Alternatives to cadmium in aerospace
It is both an exciting and a difficult time for the aerospace industry. While the sector is at its most buoyant with demand soaring in the commercial market, this is placing a strain on the...
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