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In a new partnership, Airbus and Dassault Systèmes have signed a five-year Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) to cooperate on the implementation of collaborative 3D design, engineering, manufacturing, simulation and intelligence applications. This will enable Airbus to take a major step forward in its digital transformation and lay the foundation for a new European industrial ecosystem in aviation. Under the MOA, Airbus will deploy
Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform, which delivers digital continuity, from design to operations, in a single data model for a unified user experience, making digital design, manufacturing and services (DDMS) a company-wide reality for all Airbus divisions and product lines. DDMS is said to pave the way for
breakthroughs in new product design, operational performance, support and maintenance, customer satisfaction and new
DEFENCE CONTRACT
Verotec has been selected by a top ten global defence contractor to supply seven different variants of VMEbus system hardware, backplanes and PSU sub-systems for a land- based anti-tank system. The systems are based on the
ruggedised 6U 84HP 160mm deep KM6-HD subrack system, fitted with one of seven different sizes of 5-16 slot passive termination backplanes according to the requirements of the application. A custom front panel is standard across all variants, as is a 6U PSU cassette.
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“We are not just talking about digitalisation or a 3D experience, we are rethinking the way
business models, as it represents a move from sequential to parallel development processes. Instead of first focusing on product performance, Airbus will be able to co-design and develop the next generation of aircraft with the manufacturing facilities that will produce them, reducing costs and time to market.
aircraft are designed and operated, streamlining and speeding up our processes with customer satisfaction in mind,” said Guillaume Faury, president Airbus Commercial Aircraft. “DDMS is a catalyst for change and with it we are building a new model for the European aerospace industry with state of the art technology. Our target is a robust production setup that offers a reduction in product development lead time.” Bernard Charlès, vice chairman and CEO,
Dassault Systèmes, said: “The Aerospace industry has a proven track record of fast transformation, faster than in most industries. It delivers high quality innovation and new services for operations in highly complex and regulated environments. The 3DEXPERIENCE platform will accelerate the digital transformation of Airbus. Airbus can capture insights and expertise from across its ecosystem to deliver new experiences that only the digital world makes possible.”
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DECLINE IN BUSINESS OPTIMISM COULD IMPACT FUTURE GROWTH IN THE MANUFACTURING SECTOR
According to Jason Chester, director of Global Channel Programs at InfinityQS, the global authority on data-driven manufacturing quality, a decline in business optimism caused by economic uncertainty and Brexit confusion is holding back manufacturers from investing in vital technology improvements, and this could seriously impact future growth across the sector. CBI’s most recent Quarterly Industrial Trends Survey suggests that
business optimism in the quarter to January fell sharply, with export prospects dropping at the fastest rate since the financial crisis. However, this is mainly due to manufacturers stockpiling materials to prevent potential supply chain disruptions caused by Brexit. Chester commented: “While manufacturing business leaders are curtailing
We cover a wide range of sectors in Design Solutions and have witnessed, over the years, the growing and slowing of economies and industries. It was interesting, therefore,
to find out that the aerospace & defence industry ended 2018 with a “continued, upbeat, industry outlook, with both the commercial and defence sectors witnessing robust growth”. But, against global uncertainty, why is this the case? In our Military, aerospace & defence section this month, John J. Kenkel from Cyient’s aerospace & defence business unit takes a look at the five trends that will shape the industry this year. Turn to page 30 to find out more…
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investment as a result of political confusion and economic uncertainty, this is perhaps the worst thing they can do right now. Digital transformation delivers significant operational improvements which can provide valuable insulation against future risks by creating an operating environment that is lean, efficient and agile. Manufacturers that invest in the right technologies can ensure that a competitive edge is maintained, and this will be essential to thrive in a challenging and uncertain economic climate. It also allows them to replace manual processes with a more automated approach, further reducing risks of low-cost labour and talent shortages.”
www.infinityqs.com
Henkel has opened an Innovation and Interaction Centre (IIC) for 3D printing at its Tallaght site in Ireland. This will become the company’s European regional hub for technology presentations, demonstrations, training and testing plus customer service for 3D printing solutions. “The opening of our first IIC in
HENKEL OPENS IIC CONNECTED SOFTWARE FOR GEARBOX DESIGN
SKF’s bearing calculation software is to be incorporated within KISSsoft’s (the Swiss gearbox design software developer) software. This will enable engineers to
Ireland will further strengthen our expertise and capabilities to bring 3D printing solutions into the manufacturing processes of our broad customer base,” explained Michael Todd, global head of innovation at Henkel Adhesive Technologies. Later this year, two further regional centres will open, one in Rocky Hill for North America and another one in Shanghai for Asia.
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have a seamless experience when working on a new gearbox, the companies explain. They will be able to make appropriate bearing choices for their machine designs based on the newest bearing technologies; and the latest SKF bearing data will be made available to KISSsoft users via SKF’s cloud based services. Results are all displayed in a concise engineering report format available through the KISSsoft software.
www.skf.com
DJB Instruments UK has announced the opening of DJB Instruments (China) in Shanghai. DJB’s managing director, Neill
Ovenden, said of the new office: “The Chinese market is the base of some fascinating research and development in many of our key markets. The new office will provide us with the perfect launch pad to integrate DJB’s unique products into these applications.” This is the first of a number of
new announcements that form the basis of a major expansion for the British accelerometer manufacturer.
www.djbinstruments.com
Renold Gears has produced a 3D video animation that quickly summarises and illustrates, in just over two minutes, the innovations, benefits and design features of its new range of compact escalator drives. The new compact WH series
escalator drives are approximately half the size and weight of a traditional unit from the company’s TU range. The video can be seen at
renold.com by selecting Products, then Gears, then WH Series; or on YouTube by searching for ‘Renold WH Series’.
www.renold.com
BFPDA member, Pearson Hydraulics, has announced the acquisition of P & R Hydraulics, expanding the company’s product range and services even further. The new company will strengthen the team to over 45 employees and bring additional skills to the workforce. Pearson Hydraulics currently
supplies many industrial sectors including agriculture, marine, offshore, aerospace, construction, rail and the general hydraulics trade and has a wide range of products in stock.
www.pearson-hyds.co.uk
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