INDUSTRY UPDATE
New Product Information - Line Scan Cameras from Huaray
include 2K, 4K, 8K and 16K resolutions with the four main interface types of GigE, USB 3.0, CameraLink and CoaXPress and featuring both CCD and CMOS Line Scan Image sensors from CMOSIS, E2V and Onsemi.
A Monochrome and colour models are available with
Rolling and Global shutter options. ALRAD also provides a range of suitable line scan lenses, our team of experts can help to recommend and calculate the optimum package for your requirements.
Further details can be found within the line scan camera section of our website
ALRAD IMAGING u 01635 30345 u
www.alrad.com
Updated ESAB weld productivity analyser tool enables fast report generation and editing
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SAB’s Quick Weld Productivity Analyser (QWPA) is an online tool for total weld cost analysis. Users can
generate a PDF report that includes a QR Code users can scan with their mobile phone that takes them back to their original calculation; users can then adjust input variables to create alternative calculations and generate a new PDF. ESAB developed the QWPA so fabricators could make
decisions based on factual data collected at their shop. The QWPA produces calculations for net deposition rate in kg per hour and welding speed per pass, weld operation time calculation and total production cost per meter weld or cost per product based on production costs for consumables, energy and labor cost.
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The future of robots: igus develops new robotic control software A digital twin for intuitive robot control
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ew software to improve the control and use of robots has been developed and launched by igus. The igus robot control software enables robots to be
programmed and controlled with ease and also helps customers choose the robot that best suits the needs of their business. igus, which has its UK headquarters in Northampton, has three low cost automation solutions in its portfolio: Robolink robotic arm, delta robots and linear gantry robots. Matthew Aldridge, UK Managing Director of igus, the
global manufacturer of energy chain systems and polymer plain bearings, said: Our roots are in mechanical engineering, but as the igus range has evolved to include automated sub-assemblies, this new software is the next logical step for us” “Software plays a key role in the development of
robotics and our simple and intuitive robot control system enables users to create their own program and also identify the igus robot that is best suited for their application – before even making a purchase.” The igus robot control, which is free of charge and
license-free, is available online and includes a ‘digital twin’ - a virtual replica which can be programmed and taught to move and behave intuitively. This programming can later be applied to the physical robot – whether it is picking up goods from a box, helping to take samples or even dispensing cans from a machine. The complete hardware package is available at a very
low price point. For example, a drylin twin axis gantry robot with an integrated controller in a control cabinet is available for £4500.
Easy programming of robots With igus robot control, the user can freely move all axes of the digital twin via a 3D interface. A ‘teach-in’ function means the robot can be easily programmed, even without a robot connection.
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LRAD IMAGING is pleased to be able to offer a new range of Line Scan Cameras from Huaray. These
TÜV SÜD UK Launches UKCA Technical Advisory Service
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ÜV SÜD UK today launches a UKCA Technical Advisory service to help businesses meet the new conformity
assessment requirements for goods being placed on the UK market from 1st January 2021. Although the UKCA mark will replace the EU’s CE
marking, different rules apply to different products and UK nations. For example, some goods will have to apply the UKCA marking immediately, whereas others have a year’s transition period lasting until 1st January 2022. Likewise, while the UKCA marking will apply in England, Scotland and Wales, CE marking will continue to be accepted in Northern Ireland. Mary Grigsby, Head of TÜV SÜD UK’s Product Service
division, said: “For businesses supplying the UK market there are still a lot of unanswered questions and misleading information. It is therefore vital that they are properly prepared if they still want to be selling products on the UK market. Our team operates across many industries and has an in-depth understanding of UKCA technical and commercial requirements. We can help businesses to understand the rules that apply to different products and support them through the steps to compliance.”
TÜV SÜD u 01489 558100 u
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Firstly, the user must manually move the robot to the
initial position and then specify how it is to be moved. The process must be repeated until the desired motion profile is created. Matching end effectors, such as grippers, can easily be added, with the centre point adjusting automatically. Virtual boxes or perimeters can also be installed to, for
example, prevent the robot from colliding with a machine. The igus robot control can also be connected to a higher-
level control system, either via interface communication with Digital IO or via Ethernet communication using an IP address.
Engineers at igus are continuing to develop and
enhance the software to offer cloud services such as vision integration, remote commissioning and online training for a small cost, which customers will be able to book online. Further services such as image evaluation via webcams or bin picking solutions are also being planned.
Igus u 01604 677240 u
www.igus.co.uk
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