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ROBA-Guidestop Profiled Rail Brakes
The backlash-free, rigid ROBA-guidestop profiled rail brakes from Mayr Corp. reportedly guarantee maximum safety.
SpindleCheck Spindle Qualification System
SpindleChecking is possible for a much larger segment of machine tool users thanks to the introduction of the SpindleCheck spindle qualification system from Lion Precision.
DuroSite and Safesite Floodlights
Dialight announced the launch of its new 15,000 lumens DuroSite and Safesite floodlight in UL, CE and C1D2 versions.
Racer3 6-axis Articulated Robot
Comau introduced a new high-speed, 6-axis articulated robot featuring a payload of 3kg and a reach of just 630mm.
iDimension 3D Imaging System
A new 3D imaging system that instantly calculates the dimensions of boxes, polybags and irregular-shaped packages and interfaces with most shipping cales for use in small business settings and warehouses is being introduced by Alliance Scale Inc.
Multi-CAD Application
When developing large and complex products such as cars or aeroplanes, designers can be faced with the need to use numerous CAD systems in-house, on a single product design and manufacturing task.
Publish 3D V.18
Theorem's Solutions announces that the latest Publish 3D V.18 is available and ready to ship with new and improved product features and enhancements for Theorem's Publish 3D suite of products for the NX user.
Series PWW Industrial Water-to-Water Heat Exchangers
Pfannenberg has developed the Series PWW water-to-water heat exchangers.
HELUKAT RJ45 Cat5 IP20 Plug Connector
HELUKABEL presents its new PROFINET plug connector, the HELUKAT RJ45 Cat5 IP20, which has built-in fast connection technology.
Intergrated Workpiece Changer
KERN Microtechnik, a machine manufacturer based in Bavaria, introduced an upgrade of their KERN Micro: An integrated work piece changer.
THM Shot Blast Systems
Walther Trowal's new continuous feed tumblast machines have been specially adapted for shot blasting of light metals like aluminum or magnesium.
