EoW September 2008

english technology news

Rembe's Axis-Load®

Rembe's modern way of measuring forces in axles, and then transmitting them wirelessly to any remote PC, is said to make sliding contacts obsolete. Each point of measurement is coded individually. Data transmission is within the legal frequency range, for easy monitoring and control from any stationary or mobile computer.

Rim with 16 wires on the outer ring and eight on ▲ ▲ the inner rings

Data contains information about RpM, any kind of C-Forces, number of spools, trigger intervals or rope speed. A state-of- the-art breaking system with sensitive action guarantees smooth twisting of wires and results in a strong and durable steel rope. Installation of the measuring capsule is on the rim itself with no additional wiring. The power supply is said to last for six months. Rembe – Germany

Fax : +49 29 61 507 14 Email : sales@rembe.de Website : www.rembe.de

CNC wire bending AIM Inc has introduced a new compact 3D CNC wire-bending machine: the robust and efficient AFC series (AccuForm Compact). With up to 8mm wire capacity, AccuForm Compact comes complete with Industrial PC running Windows XP Pro and SmartEditor®, a 2-plane straightener, maintenance-free servo quad-roller feeder and precision bender axes.

SmartEditor® features a flexible programming language with intuitive commands and simple to use, conversational step-by-step programs. Only length and bend angle are needed to make parts, yet the language will facili- tate programming for sophisticated shapes. The AFT tabletop line of small volume production machines will handle wire of up to 16mm diameter. AIM will be exhibiting at wire China 2008. AIM Inc – USA

AccuForm Compact with full 3D capabilities ▲ ▲

Fax : +1 630 458 0730 Email : info@aimmachines.com Website : www.aimmachines.com

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EuroWire – September 2008