DECEMBER 2015/ CONTENTS
GO ELECTRIC FOR FLEXIBILITY, PRECISE POSITIONING AND CONTROL
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DUST & FUME EXTRACTION
An intelligent LEV system is tackling dust and fume extraction challenges in the UK’s High Temperature Research Centre
LUBRICANTS & COOLANTS
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Within most plastic injection moulding applications hydraulic oils play a key role in production while helping to reduce downtime
INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS
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Fit for purpose manufacturing facilities can support output in terms of safety, functionality, aesthetics and the environment
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JANUARY
2016 COVER STORY CONTENTS
GO ELECTRIC FOR FLEXIBILITY, PRECISE POSITIONING AND CONTROL
SMC Pneumatics looks into the benefits that can be gained by specifying electric actuators
NEWS
4. AMRC and Boeing take possession of Factory 2050
FEATURES
Dust & Fume Extraction 9. A complete, intelligent LEV system is tackling dust and fume extraction challenges in the UK’s new High Temperature Research Centre
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10. A cleanable filter system facilitates continuous manufacturing processes and eliminates frequent costly replacement
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12. When applied diligently Lockout/Tagout saves lives, time and money but how can efficiency be further improved?
Lubricants & Coolants
16. Within most plastic injection moulding applications hydraulic oils play a fundamental role in production while helping to reduce downtime
17. Machine shops using water-based metalworking fluids are urged to initiate a regular system cleaning regime as many operators try to reduce machine downtime
HVAC
18. HVAC systems can devour more electricity than anything else in a commercial facility so how can you control these costs?
Industrial Flooring
20. Good maintenance of surfaces both inside and out is critical to help eliminate hazards and prevent injuries Chris Budd of Watco offers advice on staying safe as winter approaches
Industrial Buildings
22. With over 2.5 million employed in UK manufacturing Matt Colebrook discusses how fit-for-purpose facilities can support output in terms of functionality, aesthetics and environment
Boilers, Burners & Controls
24. Key to maximising the efficiency of boilers and burners is employinging accurate and reliable sensor technology which can be seamlessly connected into the main control system
PREVIEW
Southern Manufacturing & Electronics 2016
14. Two technical seminar programmes focus on general engineering topics and electronics respectively; 28 one-hour sessions will address topics from CE marking to the latest advances in 3D printing and additive manufacturing
Technologies on show include gripping solutions for micro machining; milling, drilling, turning and coring products
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