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NOTICEBOARD Next generation green technology for new scissor lift GRAS UK launches
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olland Lift has introduced a new model of scissor lift fitted with a future-ready environmentally friendly diesel engine. The headline feature of the new HL-275 D25 4WD/P/N is its Hatz 4H50TIC diesel engine. This common rail, turbocharged diesel engine is Stage IIIB (EU 97/68)/Tier 4 Final (EPA) – Stage V ready to meet the most stringent non-road emission limits in both Europe and the USA. It is also very quiet, and returns significantly lower fuel consumption than comparable alternative engines. As a package, it therefore meets several key environmental and operational goals. Stage V will phase in from 31 December 2018. As the name suggests, the HL-275 D25 is derived from Holland Lift’s existing HL-275 D27 model. However, as well as the greener engine, it features another crucial difference: it’s narrower. Instead of being 2.65m wide, it is 2.5m wide. This change, made in response to customer feedback, means the D25 version can be moved on a regular transporter. And despite the slight reduction in width, the HL-275 D25 can still be driven safely at full height, which is the same 27m as the D27 model. Visit: www.hollandlift.com
world first automotive measurement microphone
Alignment for 3D printing made simple AS
the market-leading OEM manufacturer of scan systems, SCANLAB GmbH helps demanding users to get more precision, thanks to a software-based 3D Calibration Wizard. This calibration approach lets a scan solution’s individual components be aligned step-by-step. Reflecting industry’s constantly rising precision requirements of recent years – in 3D marking as well as in additive manufacturing and other applications – this static calibration is a convenient way to attain the most exacting results. Moreover, the dialog-driven software vastly simplifies laser equipment calibration for less-experienced laser machine operators, too. The new 3D Calibration Wizard enables a maximally accurate individual alignment of all system components – e.g. a 2D scan head combined with an F-Theta objective or z-axis extension – via evaluation of test patterns and marked points. Calibration proceeds step-by-step under the easy-to-understand guidance of the software’s dialog windows. Recommended marking parameters are included in a separate correction file. After each step, an individualized configuration file gets generated and automatically loads to take command of the alignment task before the next step is taken. This predefined approach reduces sources of error. Visit: www.scanlab.de
High feed with high versatility D
ormer Pramet has launched an economical range of high feed cutters and inserts for productive machining of a wide variety of materials. The versatile Pramet SBN10 cutters are suitable for copy milling, ramping, helical interpolation, slotting and plunging. Their unique pocket design can also carry inserts for shoulder and face milling, offering a complete package for, in particular, mould and die applications, from roughing to finishing. To support this addition, Dormer Pramet has introduced an assortment of BNGX10 inserts for high feed roughing. The patented double-sided insert with four cutting edges provides an economical and versatile option. Also, a new range of Pramet ANHX10 inserts is now available for finishing operations in shoulder and face milling. The single-sided insert has
two cutting edges and a positive geometry for long overhang, helping to decrease vibrations and reduce noise. Both inserts offer a smoother cut, while a special through coolant design directs lubrication nearer to the cutting edge. This allows for high feed rates with axial depth of cut up to 1mm. A higher ramping angle improves chip control. Visit www.dormerpramet.com
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.R.A.S. Sound & Vibration UK Ltd – leading manufacturer of advanced measurement microphones – has launched the 146AE ultrarugged automotive microphone. A world first, the new microphone set is waterproof, able to withstand high temperatures and is shock-, dustand oil mist-resistant – all without compromising measurement quality. The innovative 146AE measurement microphone is designed specifically to meet the demands of automotive testing and can perform accurately and reliably under the most extreme test conditions, time and time again. This minimises costly retesting and rescheduling, providing efficiency, valid data and high performance all at the same time. G.R.A.S. has focused on ensuring the 146AE microphone performs in real-life automotive application conditions with strong vibrations, drop, extreme temperatures and water or dust. It is ideal for engine compartment measurements, transmissions, exhaust and brake noise tests. According to G.R.A.S. product manager Jan Hansen: “Our customers have been asking for a robust, dependable and precise microphone set that is tailor-made for automotive testing and we have listened. The 146AE is the only automotive microphone that can deliver accurate data – even when measuring under the most extreme conditions.” Visit: www.gras.dk/automotive-microphone Industry Europe 21
