In order to achieve maximum efficiency in industrial drivetrains and processes, it is essential to have precise knowledge of the torque and its distribution. Schaeffler’s TorqueSense torque measurement module offers a mechatronic solution that allows applications and processes to be monitored and controlled with signifi
Canada’s oil and gas producers are continuing to cut billions of dollars from capital spending budgets and reduce payouts to investors in the wake of this week’s sharp plunge in oil prices. Calgary-based ARC Resources Ltd. said Friday it will chop its 2020 spending budget from $500 million to no more than $300 million and cut its mon…
For the third year running, NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President and CEO: Toshihiro Uchiyama) has been certified by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) as a top Health and Productivity Management Organization in the large enterprise category: “White 500” (Whitelisted as a company that prioritize
As a result of the current spread of the Covid-19 virus, SKF is making the following changes to its Annual General Meeting on 26 March: The Annual General Meeting will start as planned at 13:00. The doors will be open from 12:15 and not 11:00 as previously announced. No food will be served <
B&R Industrial Automation has announced that Automation Distribution, Inc (“ADI”) will serve as its distribution channel partner for Eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey (South) and Delaware. Hatfield, PA based ADI is an automation solutions provider specializing in motion control, pneumatics and robotics.
Tsubakimoto offers a full range of sprockets, all available from stock, for the European market. The line-up includes products manufactured from carbon steel (with induction hardened teeth) and stainless steel and features a huge range of standard products. Customers with specific requirements for their applications can utilize the compa
A company in Brazil that designs fitness training equipment that simulates the movements of a surfboard reduced costs by 70 percent and maintenance by switching to bearings manufactured by Igus, the Germany-based motion plastics specialist. Surf Evolution allows fitness enthusiasts to practice surfing movements without
Federal officials have grounded a charter operator that carried professional baseball and hockey teams, saying the company and its pilots weren’t authorized for the kind of commercial venture they operated. The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday that it issued an emergency order revoking the operating certificate of Paradigm A…
Teck Resources Ltd. is doubling down on its greenhouse gas emissions targets, announcing it will aim to reduce carbon intensity in its operations by 33 per cent over the next 10 years. The Vancouver-based mining firm says the goal is in addition to its commitment made in early February to be carbon neutral across all its operations and activ…
The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) released its most up-to-date 6th Edition of the Power Transmission Handbook and Workbook. The book encompasses almost 400 pages and is a reference for power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) fundamentals, written by industry experts. It offers chart
Members of the PEMAC Asset Management Association of Canada met in Toronto, Ontario, recently for their bi-annual face-to-face meeting. The meeting focused on advancing the goals for 2020/2024 Strategic Plan, reviewing a list of brainstormed initiatives provided by our staff and volunteer teams, prioritizing them,
With the launch of its new website, KISSsoft focuses its strategy on digitizing the customer section and presenting a clearly structured and easy-to-use information and download platform. KISSsoft.com offers revised content, additional services, and functions, a clear structure as well as a slick new appearance. With eight language versi
Velodyne Lidar, Inc. has announced a multi-year sales agreement with NAVYA, a leading company in autonomous driving systems. Since 2015, NAVYA has been using Velodyne lidar sensors in production for its autonomous shuttle fleet that provides mobility services to cities and private sites. NAVYA plans to pursue the worldw
Continental introduces new beverage hose, Vintner Reserve 250 EPDM, to the North American market. It is designed with improved chemical and temperature resistance capabilities for wine, beer and beverage production. “Cleaning conditions in the production end of the wine and brewery businesses are changing constantly,” s
As part of the 23rd Environmental Communication Awards, NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President & CEO: Toshihiro Uchiyama) received an excellence award for environmental communication in NSK Report 2019 from the Ministry of the Environment and the Global Environmental Forum. This past November, NSK Report 2019 also recei
Amorphology recently joined the American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA). Amorphology applies advanced materials and manufacturing technologies specifically towards improving gears for robotics. The company's powders and coatings technology allows for enhanced performance on inferior substrates. Amorphology changes the paradigm
The Hydraulic Institute (HI) installed new leadership during the 2020 Annual Conference at the J.W. Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa in Tucson, AZ. Three new board members joined the HI board of directors for three-year terms: •Don Kenney, president, North America Water Systems, Franklin Electric •Sta
