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ABB expands education offering with launch of the IRB 1090
ABB Robotics is expanding its education offering with the launch of the IRB 1090. The 1090 industrial education robot, authenticated by the globally recognized education institute
STEM.org, is designed to upskill students and provide them with a competitive advantage in securing employment. The new education robot forms a key part of ABB’s wider education offering, which includes additional industrial robots, as well as education packages, next generation controllers and market leading programming and simulation software. “ABB’s 2023 global survey of 2,301 education professionals found that 80 percent believe robots and automation will shape the future of employment over the next ten years,” said Craig McDonnell, Managing Director, Business Line Industries for ABB Robotics. “However, only one in four education establishments currently use robots in teaching programs. As the world’s largest industrial robotics manufacturer, we’re determined to play our part in making robots available to all and the IRB 1090 education robot forms a key part of this commitment, enabling us to serve the growing demand for industrial robots in the education space.”
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Hoist & Winch designs and manufactures outdoor-specification tandem-lifting hoist for Environment Agency
The benefits of LOCTITE XPLORE
The benefits of LOCTITE XPLORE – the new free-to-use e-learning platform helping users get the best out of LOCTITE adhesives – has received a ringing endorsement from one of the brand’s distributors, which now uses the portal as a critical training tool. ConRo Electronics has become a valued supplier of materials and tools from global brands to the electronics and manufacturing industry. As an authorised online distributor for LOCTITE, ConRo is often asked by customers for advice on the best adhesive solutions for any given job. The growing library of training courses on LOCTITE XPLORE includes a number of modules, including ‘Introduction to Bonding’ and ‘Fundamentals of Bonding.’ To sign up to the LOCTITE XPLORE platform, visit:
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ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting collaborate to automate the construction industry
ABB Robotics and Porsche Consulting have announced their collaboration to drive automation in the construction industry with a pilot project to develop innovative new practices in modular housing manufacture. The collaboration will help to meet the need for more affordable and sustainable buildings and reduce the
environmental impact of construction, amidst widespread labor and skills shortages. “The construction industry is facing numerous challenges. Highly automated factories for buildings can deliver higher quality and more affordable housing. In combining ABB’s leading robotic solutions and Porsche Consulting’s knowledge in planning and running state-of-the-art factories, we want to help transform this important industry” said Eberhard Weiblen, Chairman of the Executive Board, Porsche Consulting. “We think there is a clear opportunity to transform this sector and the way homes are built by automating the process of manufacturing modular components,” added Marc Segura, President of the ABB Robotics Division.
ABB Robotics
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Hoist & Winch Ltd recently supplied a special tandem-lifting hoist system as part of improvements to Environment Agency flood defence assets at Taplow Weir on the Jubilee Relief Channel, an 11.6 km asset that reduces flood risk to 3,200 properties by diverting water from the River Thames when flows are high. The tandem hoist units lift 7 m long galvanised steel stop logs each weighing 2000 kg. These stop logs provide a temporary barrier to the Jubilee Relief Channel so that workers can perform maintenance on the hydraulically controlled sluice gates.
Working for a large water industry engineering contractor, Hoist & Winch designed the remote-controlled tandem-lifting system to bespoke Environment Agency requirements. In terms of operating concept, the tandem lifting hoist system raises and lowers the stop logs in a level position so they locate correctly in the guide rails without any misalignment. At the heart of the system is a pair of Yale CPV 2500 kg swl (safe working load) single-fall, electric-powered chain hoists mounted in motor trolleys to provide fast and slow speed operation.
A Danfoss/Ikusi wireless remote control handset offers individual control of either hoist raise/
lower motion for initial levelling of the load hooks prior to lifting operations. The wireless remote also provides dual tandem hoist control for the precise level positioning of the stop-log load during lifting and lowering.
In the event of power loss or activation of a raise/lower limit switch, special software ensures that the system fails safe and the load does not lift unevenly. As a point of note, mechanical linking of the hoist units ensures correct load-hook separation at all times, while both hoist units also feature audible and visual operating alarms.
From an electrical perspective, Hoist & Winch Ltd provided rugged, heavy-duty plug and socket
connectors for ease of maintenance and installation. In addition, the company utilised a fully enclosed (outdoor specification) power-feed system to provide safe maximum hoist-hook coverage across the entire gantry. PVC covers provided added protection for the IP55 hoist enclosure and electrical control panels from outdoor weather conditions.
The criticality of the project and close proximity to water demanded closely monitored working practices, with very stringent planning of all activities and the provision of additional PPE, including life-preserver jackets. Site work was also subject to CDM regulations and required all site engineers to hold a valid CCNSG Safety Passport/CSCS competency certification.
Installation took place over a five-day period and involved a barge-mounted hydraulic crane.
Testing of the complete system took place using a dynamic test load of 2.5t + 2.5t + 125% proof load. Additional repeated function tests involved the dynamic test load and actual stop-log load to prove system functionality and satisfy Environment Agency requirements. On completion, Hoist & Winch Ltd issued a LOLER Thorough Examination report and provided operator training for site personnel.
Hoist & Winch Ltd 08450 171126
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