3D-printing specialist EOS has been supporting London-based HEXR with its technology and providing expert consultancy since 2015.
With the introduction of the HEXR fitting app, the company is now offering a complete scan-to-product solution for high-quality, safe, 3D-printed cycling helmets. An app-based head scan allows customers worldwide to begin the bespoke cycling helmet creation process at home. The helmet is then 3D printed with EOS technology in a 100% plant-based polyamide material. A black dye is added before final inspection for structural integrity and finish quality.
For further information www.eos.info
Following the postponement of EuroBLECH 2020, LVD has made plans for a series of virtual events and in-person technology days to be held from September through to November 2020. Camera lens with lense reflections.
The idea is to launch and showcase new laser cutting, bending and punch-press machines for the sheet metalworking market. EuroBLECH, the world’s largest sheet metalworking exhibition, has been postponed to March 2021 in light of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Dates and additional details for the LVD technology events will be announced in early August.
For further information www.lvdgroup.com
A landmark has been passed by the Jaguar Land Rover Engine Manufacturing Centre in Wolverhampton.
More than 1.5 million Ingenium powertrains, which are used in all of JLR’s vehicles other than the electric I-PACE, have been produced at the factory. The Ingenium family supports the company’s long-term commitment to reduce vehicle emissions and improve fuel economy across its product range.
JLR has committed to advancing the electrification of its vehicle line-up and establishing a concept hydrogen fuel cell powertrain solution, using the government’s recently announced £735m investment in advanced propulsion. The Engine Manufacturing Centre also houses the assembly of electric drive units (EDUs), offering full flexibility between new petrol/diesel engines and EDUs for customers who want to make the switch from conventional to electrified vehicles.
For further information www.jaguarlandrover.com
Tooling expert Walter GB has introduced its new AB735 synchronous threading adaptor that is designed to minimise the axial forces that occur during tapping and threading – caused by the rotation of the machine spindle and its feed travel. The new adaptor is said to reduce tool wear and, in particular, thread flank wear, while reducing the chance of tool breakages. W_A_AB735_Presse.jpg
In addition to extending tool life, the lean, short design of the adaptor, which can be used in all standard ER collet chucks, makes it ideal for use in tight spaces, such as in turn-mill centres.
According to Walter the AB735 synchronous threading adaptor is more cost-effective than comparable systems. Notably, the AB735 features quick-change exchangeable front pieces to enable different thread sizes and tool diameters (ER16 to ER32) to be used with the same collet – and tools with and without internal coolant supply – thus contributing to overall tool cost savings.
The low maintenance requirements and high level of process reliability of the adaptor also have a very positive effect, chiefly by reducing the risk of breaking the threading tool. Walter says the quick-change system is particularly suited to applications in the series production of threads and/or applications where the machine’s synchronisation results in a high tool wear rate.
For further information www.walter-tools.com
“Welcome to Hexagon production software products.” Those will be the first words delegates hear when they visit Hexagon’s virtual stand at the forthcoming Backing Britain 2020 exhibition.
While many trade fairs have been postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic, this project, run by the ‘Made In Group’, aims to replicate a traditional trade show entirely online, using technology to enhance and improve value for exhibitors and visitors. The show, running virtually on 17-28 August, will consist of around 150 exhibitors, each with their own online stand.
For further information https://is.gd/kuvaku
