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ENGINEER’S UPDATE

ELCC CANTILEVER AXIS FROM FESTO

CUTS CYCLE TIMES BY UP TO 30%

esto has introduced a new cantilever wherever the axis has to leave the working space axis operates at maximum speeds of
axis with toothed belt that has been after motion has been completed. Examples 5mm per second and has a stroke length
optimised for vertical applications where include vertical motion involving loading and of 2000mm as standard.
Fshort cycle times are important. Ideal for unloading, motion through doors to closed A modular system design enables
pushing and pressing, the ELCC series is working spaces, and motion in dirty working specifiers and machine builders to
particularly suited to the requirements of the spaces. Typical applications include the erection, customise the ELCC to meet individual
packaging, automotive and machine tool sectors. loading and sealing of cardboard boxes in application requirements. Users can select from
Thanks to its innovative construction, the packaging facilities; handling of engines and four different widths (60, 70, 90, 110mm) and
ELCC series improves upon previous Festo transmissions or feeding metal sheeting in three different toothed belt variants: a standard
models by offering a combination of excellent automotive assembly lines; and handling tools black rubber belt for long service life, an FDA-
rigidity, minimal moving mass and high during machine tool changeovers. compliant white, uncoated PU (polyurethane) for
dynamics. As a result, the ELCC offers the The ELCC series can be used as a Z-axis in hygienic applications, or a green coated PU belt
potential to cut damping of vibrations at the combination with Festo EGC, EGC-HD and ELGA which offers good resistance to cooling
front end by up to 50%. in 2D or 3D systems. Recommended vertical lubricants.
The improved ratio between moving mass payloads are between 10-100kg, with maximum The ELCC can be supplied with or without a
and rigidity also allows higher acceleration, torques of 35, 100, 170 or, 310Nm depending stainless steel guide cover, an integrated
delivering up to 30% shorter cycle times. on model size selection. Offering a repetition clamping unit, or an additional slide.
Cantilever axes like the ELCC series are used accuracy of ±0.05mm, each ELCC cantilever www.festo.co.uk/elcc

Pulse-less metering and dosing ROTAFLOW FV Ltd
Rotec House, Bingswood Trading Estate
Wanner’s Hydra-Cell Metering and Dosing pumps offer all the Whaley Bridge, High Peak SK23 7LY
advantages of conventional metering pumps with several email: sales@rotaflow.com www.rotaflow.com
tel: +44 (0)1663 735003 fax: +44 (0)1663 735006
significant additional benefits. Hydra-Cell pumps are
internationally recognised for their ‘no pulse; no Robust and Durable Swivel
problem’ accuracy and reliability for metering
and dosing applications. The virtually pulse- Joints
less, linear flow; lowers acquisition costs, due Rotaflow FV Limited manufacture a range of robust and
to their compact size and pulsation dampeners durable Swivel Joints which provide 360° movement
are unnecessary. Maintenance cost due to reducing through a clear bore to transfer fluid under pressure
without leakage from a static position to a moving point –
pipe strain and leaking connections are also eliminated in
ideal for loading arms or removing the twist in hoses.
most cases. Reduction in noise levels can also be a big advantage. There are no
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seals, cups or packing, eliminating leaks, hazards and maintenance costs. Single-flow, and multiport swivel joints available in carbon steel and 316 SS. Sizes ⁄4” to
40” nominal bore, with a choice of seals for maximum compatibility.
www.hydra-cell.co.uk/Applications/Metering-and-Dosing-Pumps
www.rotaflow.com

Igus adds two new sizes to twisterband Complete RFID system
range for compact installation spaces in a compact housing
Igus has now added two new sizes to its With its long user-adjustable operating
twisterband HD range with inner heights of range, robust construction and choice of
11mm and 18mm. The key advantage over fieldbus interfaces, HF RFID systems in the
slip ring systems is that it guides electrical, new DTE60x range from IFM Electronic are
fibre optic and pneumatic cables all together. ideally suited to production line applications.
Target applications include rotary tables and The new units provide RFID antenna,
robots.The twisterband HD energy chains are evaluation electronics and fieldbus interface
already being used successfully in in a single compact module, which makes
woodworking machines as well as in them easy to install, even when space is limited. Their IP67 ingress protection
workpiece positioners in the automotive rating ensures reliable operation in challenging environments. DTE60x RFID
industry. They enable rotary movements of up systems are available in versions to suit all of the most widely used fieldbus
to 7,000 degrees in horizontal installations systems: the DTE601 has a PROFINET interface, the DTE602 an Ethernet/IP
and 3,000 degrees when mounted vertically, interface and the DTE604 a TCP/IP interface. All types incorporate an integrated
even at speeds of up to 180 degrees per second. Instead of integral hinges, the web server which makes configuration easy as well as providing access to
twisterband HD has a strong pin and hook connection between each of its links. powerful diagnostic and monitoring functionality. Additional connectivity is
This results in a defined bending radius and ensures greater strength. provided in the form of two digital inputs and outputs.
www.igus.co.uk/twisterbandHD www.ifm-electronic.co.uk