NSK

Preventing electrical erosion of bearings in EV drivetrains

NSK is currently developing a new and cost-effective way of preventing electrical erosion in the drivetrains of electric vehicles (EVs). Based on a unique method of producing a patented plastic over-moulding for deep groove ball bearings, EV manufacturers will make significant savings in comparison with expensive ‘hybrid’ bearings that feature insulating components made from ceramics.

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence News

Hexagon adds speed, scalability and automation to digital twin creation with the acquisition of LocLab

Hexagon AB, a global leader in digital reality solutions combining sensor, software and autonomous technologies, has announced the acquisition of LocLab, a leader in 3D digital twin content creation. LocLab’s proprietary technology, enabled by a high degree of automation using proven workflows and artificial intelligence, allows the cost- and time-efficient creation of digital twins.

Binder News

Binder: Assemble more efficiently

Crimp variants of the M16 product series from binder simplify wiring, in small quantities on site, but also automated and in larger batches. From the connector itself through the contacts to the suitable crimping tool, everything necessary is available from a single source at binder.

OMRON News

OMRON adds EtherCAT models to i4L SCARA robot series

OMRON’s has announced the availability of new EtherCAT models in the i4L SCARA robot series. The compact i4L robots now offer even stronger performance at the lowest total cost of ownership. Robotic Integrated Controller allows synchronized multi-robot applications with EtherCAT models.

Kohler Power News

Kohler Partners with Polar Explorer Robert Swan on Antarctic Expedition

Kohler announces a partnership with Robert Swan, OBE (Order of the British Empire), on his 2023 Undaunted Expedition that will take him across the Antarctic landmass to the Geographic South Pole relying solely on renewable energy sources.

iLOQ News

Highlights of iLOQ’s 2022

It’s been a fast and furious year, once again full of challenges – but we are delighted to have met those challenges head on and pulled some fantastic successes out of the bag.

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