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By Andy Still | Industry Projects Manager, Energy, SMC Europe
JANUARY 2024 At the heart of any production facility ecosystem is the concept of energy management, a major priority for manufacturing and process plants the world over. What’s more, with energy sustainability a growing corporate concern, there’s a real need to identify solutions that reduce your energy waste and cut carbon emissions. Among the increasingly key strategies for reducing the energy consumption of machines and processes is better compressed air management.
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By Filip Běhounek, Customised Services at SMC Czech Republic
JANUARY 2023 Imagine coming back from your summer holidays to discover that you left your AC running all that time! Ouch, with today’s high energy prices it would be an expensive shock. In an industrial environment it’s akin to your machines running compressed-air based processes that are un-optimised for idle or standby periods, or where there are undetected air leaks (almost all systems have leaks). You might think the machine isn’t using much energy, but the reality is very different.
By Danilo Giordana, Energy Efficiency Project Manager, SMC Italy
JANUARY 2023 Opening the ISO/TR 22165 Technical Report, which deals with energy efficiency improvements for pneumatic systems, and scrolling through the introduction, we find this sentence: " Only if the machine is optimally adapted to need (e.g. working cycle, precision, grade of automatisation), can the energy concept developed for it work”.
di Iván Martínez, Industries Manager, SMC Spain
GENNAIO 2023 L'etica della responsabilità d'impresa, talvolta chiamata responsabilità sociale d'impresa (CSR) o sostenibilità aziendale, inizia con il riconoscere che le attività della tua azienda hanno un impatto sulla società, sull'ambiente e sull'economia, oltre che sui dipendenti. È opportuno che la tua azienda operi in modo sostenibile, poiché i vantaggi si estendono dal miglioramento della reputazione del brand, fino al maggiore coinvolgimento del personale.
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By Dan Ives, Senior Project Engineer, European Technical Centre
JANUARY 2023 We work closely with our customers to develop solutions based on real-life projects that, for example, align directly with their goals. This approach provides SMC with a solid foundation for the development of optimal solutions, one that we ultimately roll out to benefit the wider industry. A case in point is the new Air Management System, which not only helps to reduce compressed air consumption, by up to 62%, but also cuts carbon emissions due to less air requirement in times of low or no demand.
By Jeff Careless, Business Development Manager – Continuous Improvement, SMC UK
JANUARY 2023 In an era where manufacturing and process plants are under increasing pressure from soaring energy bills and ever-tightening CO2 emissions legislation, it begs the question: is there a way to reduce my energy consumption quickly without compromising efficiency or output? The short answer is yes, with the right advice and expertise.
By Roy Schep, Manager Energy Efficiency, SMC Netherlands
JANUARY 2022 OEMs traditionally design their pneumatic machinery and equipment for an operating pressure of 7 bar. However, by reducing this to 4 bar, I know from experience that end users can cut their energy costs by up to 29% in some instances, creating a powerful USP for the OEM. To help achieve such a desirable outcome, increasing numbers of OEMs are engaging with our team of experts here at SMC, who can offer both the know-how and products to turn this concept into reality.
By Marek Strojil, Customised services, SMC Czech Republic
JANUARY 2022 Although most pneumatic machinery and equipment operates at 7 bar, I know from experience that taking steps to reduce the system’s operating pressure to 4 bar can enhance energy efficiency, cost savings and environmental credentials. After all, every company is usually looking to save something, be it money, air, CO2, or even the planet. Unfortunately, in the majority of cases, big savings do not happen overnight. Only by implementing small improvements step-by-step is it possible to bring about the overall gains desired. Here at SMC we have a simple yet highly effective product that can be one of those steps.
By Séamus Dunne, Actuator Section Technical Manager, SMC European Technical Centre
JANUARY 2022 Climate change, sustainability and energy efficiency have never been so high on the political agenda. The UN’s recent Climate Change Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, UK brought the world’s political leaders, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), businesses and scientists together with the aim of accelerating action towards the goals of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. The question for those of us at the industrial machinery level, is how can we contribute? Today, I see a new generation of engineers keen on influencing the industrial world in a positive way, creating machines that attain new levels of energy efficiency to help protect the Earth for future generations.
di Andy Still, Industry Projects Manager, Energy, Europe
APRILE 2021 L'argomento è molto più che importante. Le apparecchiature pneumatiche costituiscono circa il 20% del consumo energetico totale di un sito produttivo ed esiste un modo comprovato per migliorare l'efficienza energetica: ridurre la pressione di esercizio. Leggi l'articolo
By Max Lemacon, Team Manager Life Science, SMC France
MARCH 2022 Design engineers at OEMs serving the life-science sector are starting to acknowledge the significance of thermal management in the drive to create quicker and more precise laboratory equipment. After all, let’s not forget that chemical reaction rates are generally proportional to temperature, while lab technicians can also increase the working time or shelf life of samples and reagents by maintaining the substance within its optimal temperature range. Of course, delivering this capability in a reliable and cost-effective way is the real challenge, which is why companies are increasingly calling upon our expert team of engineers here at SMC.
By Kim Holy, Product Management & Industrial Application Center (IAC), SMC Germany
MARCH 2022 There are certain characteristics you should seek out when selecting temperature control technology for use in the life-science sector. Arguably one of the most prevalent is a system that leverages the benefits of the Peltier effect, which introduces advantages important to those conducting laboratory work, such as high temperature stability, low noise, low vibration and compact physical dimensions.
By Kees van Kampen, Product Manager Thermo Control Equipment, SMC Netherlands
MARCH 2022 Thermo-chillers serve a key function in sectors such as life sciences, pharmaceutical and biotech, where correct product temperature is vital to process precision and reliability. Such is the criticality of temperature control that preventative maintenance becomes a crucial element of owning and running a thermo-chiller. With this thought in mind, our team of experts here at SMC has devised a separate preventative maintenance standard for each chiller series in our portfolio, bringing complete peace of mind to your temperature-critical processes.
di Philippe Pinto – Industry Manager Life Science, Europe
MAGGIO 2021 Non c'è da stupirsi che un obiettivo chiave per IVD in generale, e per gli analizzatori in particolare, sia quello di fornire risultati veloci e accurati. La gestione appropriata dei fluidi in questi dispositivi, gioca un ruolo fondamentale per ottenere la velocità e la precisione desiderate. Poiché la gestione dei fluidi coinvolge molti componenti critici che interagiscono tra loro, nelle prime fasi di sviluppo è vitale coinvolgere un partner competente in grado di fornire soluzioni collaudate per l'intero sistema. E questo partner è SMC. Leggi l'articolo (EN)
By Mattia Di Gaetano, TSE Mechatronic & Network, SMC Italia
APRIL 2023 There are many reasons to consider the use of electric rather than pneumatic actuators to drive your robot grippers, such as the accommodation of higher payloads, the ability to control gripper movements (not just open and close) and greater flexibility when changing workpiece size, weight or shape. If you are astute with your actuator selection you’ll also benefit from lighter weight to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
By Sampsa Paasisalo, Product manager at SMC Automation Oy
APRIL 2023 The industrial robots of today are less expensive, more flexible and easier to program than the robots we were seeing just few years ago. However, even though this ensures more companies are now able to consider robot adoption, how is it best to achieve optimum integration among your chain of operations? Well, several options are available, with the decision often dependent on factors such as your specific application and budget
By Marcus Mazetti, Global Account Manager, SMC Sweden
MARCH 2022 Once the preserve of high-volume operations at automotive plants, we’re today finding that robots are infiltrating all sectors of the commercial world. Even beyond traditional manufacturing, inspection and packaging operations, we see robots fulfilling tasks that extend from mining and space exploration, through to surgery and laboratory research, and even fruit picking. With such a vast repertoire of applications, the robots of today need one principal attribute: flexibility. Much of this flexibility comes courtesy of the end-of-arm tooling (gripper), which means there are many factors to bear in mind when selecting a gripper technology supplier, not least breadth of portfolio, proven customisation capabilities and high levels of customer support.
By Zdenek Velfl, Business Consultant, SMC Czech Republic
MARCH 2022 We all know that high-volume automotive applications such as welding have numerous demands, not least high productivity and reliability. Any failures or inconsistencies with the robotic solutions deployed in these processes can lead to costly production stoppages and expensive maintenance or repairs. For this reason, a growing number of robot OEMs are choosing to work with our team of expert engineers here at SMC, which can offer a highly effective and convenient modular solution for handing welding-specific media such as air, gases and water.
By Juanjo Jubete, Wireless Unit Product Specialist, SMC Spain
MARCH 2022 Ever yearned for a wireless communication system for your robotics? Fed up with cables and their associated breakages and disconnections? Want lower installation and maintenance costs? Well, wireless robotics is now a reality. In fact, it’s been here for some time, providing totally reliable, noise-resistant communication at a growing number of manufacturers that have adopted the completely unique Wireless Unit from SMC. To help anyone who is still hesitant about wireless communication technology, Juanjo Jubete, Wireless Unit Product Specialist, at SMC Spain, addresses a number of common concerns in this short Q&A.
di Andrea Trifone, Cobot project leader, SMC Italia
FEBBRAIO 2021 Condividere l'esperienza e il know-how dei produttori di robot collaborativi e dei fornitori di end effector consente ai processi produttivi di acquisire flessibilità e raggiungere una maggiore versatilità. Leggi l'articolo
By Mario Sánchez, Product Specialist Sales Team Manager, SMC Spain
APRIL 2023 The challenge with maintenance is that it’s an indirect cost with a direct impact on bottom-line profitability. Most manufacturing plants resign themselves to think it a necessary function, deploying all kinds of strategies to try and minimise the associated costs, typically preventive or predictive maintenance. While these approaches save costs in a variety of ways, there is another strategy that pays even higher dividends: no need for any maintenance. Simply by choosing quality products proven to offer long-term reliability in the given environment and working conditions, you can reduce your maintenance requirements and costs considerably.
By Gerald Rammel, Product Manager Electrical Technology, SMC Austria
APRIL 2023 Depending on the series, here at SMC we rate the lifetime of our electric actuators at 5000 km or 30 million cycles without service or maintenance. There are many reasons for this performance level, including robust engineering and testing, alongside internal lubrication that is sufficient for the whole life of the actuator. However, implementing a simple yet considered maintenance schedule supports even more protection for your investment.
By Julien Caron, Technical Support Manager & Energy Efficiency Leader, SMC France
APRIL 2023 It’s tempting to cut corners on your maintenance operations. After all, maintenance is an indirect cost with a direct impact on your bottom line profitability. In reality, however, performing insufficient maintenance simply to save on costs is counter intuitive, with such an action incurring far more cost than it recoups.
di Oliver Prang, Expert Digital Business Development, SMC Germany
DICEMBRE 2021 La manutenzione predittiva è dventata una parole d'ordine dell'industria in questi ultimi anni in cui le fabbriche cercano di ridurre il TCO (total cost of ownership) dei loro beni strumentali prevenendo guasti e tempi di fermo con la modalità "just-in-time". Molti presumono erroneamente che l'implementazione di una strategia di manutenzione predittiva comporti una revisione completa della operazioni, ma in realtà, pochi piccoli passi possono fare una grande differenza per i tepi di attività della macchina e l'OEE (overall equipment effectiveness). Per garantire il successo, è consigliabile rivolgersi a un partner tecnologico di fiducia. Per SMC, la "P" della manutenzione predittiva dovrebbe indicare "progresso" e non "pena". Leggi l'articolo
di Danilo Giordana, Energy Efficiency Project Manager, SMC Italy
DICEMBRE 2021 Il tasso evolutivo del cambiamento nella produzione moderna è tale che seguire il ritmo del passaggio del settore alla digitalizzazione - e ai relativi vantaggi in termini di efficienza e produttività - può rilevarsi estremamente costoso. Ma da dove cominciare? La maggior parte dei professionisti che opera in questo campo considera la raccolta dei dati il primo passo, perché la successiva analisi degli stessi può supportare l'adozione di strategie di manutenzione predittiva, un processo decisionale migliore e la continua ottimizzazione dei processi. Tuttavia, è possibile realizzare questa ambizione solo adottando il sensore ottimale per l'applicazione. Leggi l'articolo
By Mile Milovanovic, Senior Engineer, SMC German Technical Centre
DECEMBER 2021 As industry turns to digital, IO-Link stands out as an easy to implement and cost-effective solution.
di Martina Höller, Electrical technology product manager CEE, SMC Austria
GIUGNO 2022 Con l'aumento dei prezzi dell'energia in tutta Europa, l'efficienza è diventata una priorità assoluta per tutti gli impianti di produzione e di processo dotati di sistemi di movimentazione che utilizzano il vuoto. Fortunatamente, grazie a decenni di esperienza e know-how, SMC può indicare quattro semplici modi per ridurre il consumo energetico del tuo sistema di aspirazione. L'utilizzo di meno energia per le operazioni di sollevamento/trasferimento fornirà un contributo diretto alla redditività, supportando allo stesso tempo la spinta del settore verso l'azzeramento delle emissioni di carbonio.
di Irina Hermann, Product Manager, SMC Germany
GIUGNO 2022 In qualsiasi applicazione che prevede l'utilizzo del vuoto, il layout del sistema è findamentale. Infatti, per il trasferimento di oggetti o parti in lavorazione, il vuoto può essere generato da eiettori o da pompe. Tuttavia, ci sono molti altri componenti importanti del sistema che, se trascurati, potrebbero far sì che la tua unità di movimentazione non funzioni al meglio.
di Tom Litster, Engineer, Air Equipment, SMC European Technical Centre
GIUGNO 2022 Il livello di prestazione del sistema di manipolazione con vuoto in genere va di pari passo con il livello di configurazione per l'applicazione specifica. Ad esempio, possiamo pensare al pezzo da sollevare o trasferire in termini di peso e forma, al tempo di ciclo e alla corsa. Una volta stabiliti questi fattori, è possibile sperimentare il livello di vuoto, il diametro della ventosa e il numero di ventose necessarie per ottenere un sistema di manipolazione con vuoto dalle prestazioni ottimali, veloce, affidabile ed efficiente dal punto di vista energetico.
di Mark Brinsley, Sales Engineering Group; Air and Fluid Equipment, SMC UK
OTTOBRE 2021 Anche se quasi tutte le fabbriche dispongono di sistemi di trattamento dell'aria per proteggere le apparecchiature pneumatiche, l'argomento non è ancora così conosciuto e nasconde alcuni aspetti interessanti di ottimizzazione. Leggi l'articolo
di Sean Mackenzie, Engineer, Air Equipment, SMC European Technical Centre
OTTOBRE 2021 SMC è stata fondata nel 1959 per produrre e vendere elementi filtranti in metallo sinterizzato. L'unità FRL è stata lanciata per la prima volta da SMC nel 1961. 60 anni di evoluzione del design in base alle esigenze dei nostri clienti. Leggi l'articolo
di Axel Delsaux, Product Marketing, SMC France
OTTOBRE 2021 Il punto di rugiada può essere un termine assai complesso, ma in parole povere, è la temperatura alla quale l'acqua diventa visibile. Ad esempio, le goccioline d'acqua che potete vedere nella vostra bevanda fredda sono il risultato del punto di rugiada. Leggi l'articolo
di Jorge Salgado, Food & Packaging Industry Manager, SMC Spain
AGOSTO 2021 La tendenza è chiara e non si può tornare indietro. Le preoccupazioni ambientali e di sostenibilità dei consumatori in termini di inquinamento della plastica, e l'aumento della consapevolezza dei principi dell'economia circolare, costringono l'industria del packaging ad usare sempre di più un imballaggio più etico. Tutto ciò si traduce nell'utilizzo di materiali più semplici da ricilare, come la plastica monostrato o la carta, e nel ridurre la quantità del materiale utilizzato. Tuttavia, un imballaggio sostenibile porta a nuove sfide tecniche, soprattutto per le macchine. Come affrontarle? Leggi l'articolo (EN)
By Paolo Tornavacca, Client Group Manager, SMC Italia
MARCH 2022 Refining is arguably the most important process in chocolate production as it determines the consistency and texture of the final product. We know from experience that only by using high-quality, high-performance industrial control and automation solutions, backed up with global support on a local level, will builders of chocolate refining machinery succeed in gaining market share. Read more
By Wim de Vos, Sales Engineer, SMC Belgium
MARCH 2022 The class-leading service and breadth of products available from SMC is helping a leading machine builder to maintain and extend its prominent position in a highly competitive global market. HACOS designs, produces and installs high-quality chocolate manufacturing machines that spur the development and growth of every size of chocolatier, from artisans to large industrial producers. The company builds from small to very large machines that cover all chocolate manufacturing processes, necessitating the use of a high-calibre technology partner with a proven track record in industrial control and automation.
By Karl-Heinz Ursch, Senior Sales Expert, SMC Austria
MARCH 2022 One of the world’s leading manufacturers of premium baking ovens for the large-scale industrial production of wafers is using SMC air-blow technology to reduce the energy required for a key cleaning process. In this article we set out the solutions and products that turned this ambition into a reality.
di Diego Mirabelli – Industry Manager Food, Europe
GIUGNO 2021 Secondo il Verified Market Search, tra il 2021 e il 2027 il mercato dell'industria alimentare dovrebbe crescere con un tasso di crescita annuo del 6,04%. Il settore alimentare dovrà pertanto aumentare la propria produttività, ma affrontare anche la mancanza di lavoratori e i costi che ne derivano. Mentre la maggior parte delle aziende di automazione si focalizza sui costruttori di macchine, SMC è presente con i propri esperti nelle fabbriche delle aziende alimentari, al fine di individuare le necessità e aiutare i propri clienti a soddisfarle. Per migliorare la loro produttività, le aziende del settore devono ridurre i tempi morti implementando più automazione, ma soprattutto devono migliorare gli aspetti dell'efficienza energetica, della sicurezza e dell'igiene delle macchine. Leggi l'articolo (EN)
di Alejandro Molinero, Product Manager, SMC Spain
SETTEMBRE 2022 La tecnologia wireless sta assistendo a una rapida diffusione nel settore industriale, in particolare nelle officine in cui è richiesto un certo grado di mobilità e libertà, come nelle applicazioni di robot, veicoli a guida automatizzata (AGV) e dispositivi di tracciamento RFID. Ma rimangono molte altre aree in cui questa tecnologia potrebbe fare davvero la differenza per le operazioni in termini di riduzione dei costi e maggiore affidabilità.
di Bruno Salami, Product Manager Electrical Axis & Fieldbus, SMC France
SETTEMBRE 2022 Nonostante i numerosi vantaggi di un sistema IO-Link - come cablaggio standardizzato e ridotto, maggiore disponibilità dei dati, configurazione e monitoraggio remoti, semplice sostituzione dei dispositivi e diagnostica avanzata - sappiamo che c'è una certa riluttanza ad adottare questa tecnologia perché si ritiene che la configurazione e la programmazione siano complesse. Ebbene, oggi SMC ha le soluzioni di prodotto e l'esperienza per rendere la transizione a questo vantaggioso protocollo di comunicazione molto più semplice e veloce di quanto si possa immaginare.
By Massimo Gazzaniga, Technical Support Engineer Mechatronics & Network Manager, SMC Italy
SEPTEMBER 2022 Although there are many bigger advantages to the adoption of industrial communications, one of the benefits you can tap into very quickly is the enablement of remote assistance. By implementing a system such as the SMC webserver, our remote teams can access your historical data and easily analyse the possible causes of your failure or malfunction. Our webserver offers short ROI for both users and machine builders as they can avoid expensive travel costs and provide an extremely reactive service.
By Clement Pucher, Manager European Working Group Safety Technology, SMC Europe
OCTOBER 2022 Although machine safety circuits serve to protect employees from harm, here at SMC we know from experience: you can achieve many more benefits by creating inherent machine safety – including higher profitability. This results largely from the potential to elevate productivity and tap into fully engineered solutions.
By Richard Driver, Technical Manager, SMC European Technical Centre
OCTOBER 2022 All machine builders will be aware of the requirement to design safety-related circuits. However, this task no longer needs to be an onerous one. By using a new online tool developed by our expert team, you can create a pneumatic safety circuit in minutes.
By Ferdinand Rein, Manager German Technical Centre R&D 2
OCTOBER 2022 There are many benefits to both centralised and decentralised machine safety. However, here at SMC we have an innovative solution in the shape of a fully certified PROFIsafe remote I/O module with integrated valve manifold that allows you to connect all SMC devices consistently for control by the central safety-PLC (F-PLC) in a safe way.
By Tobias Fritsche | Product Application Manager Temperature Control Equipment, SMC Germany
DECEMBER 2024 Some customers ask me why a company with its foundations in pneumatic equipment also offers thermo-chillers? The answer to that question simply derives from an ethos that remains the basis for much of our success today: the desire and determination to help customers overcome their problems.
By Roberto Martínez de Lafuente | Thermo Products specialist, SMC Spain
NOVEMBER 2024 All traditional refrigerants for use in industrial chillers have issues of concern, whether it’s high Global Warming Potential (GWP) or problems with flammability or toxicity. The regulatory bodies are all over this issue, looking to protect the environment by making it difficult for you to continue using traditional refrigerants. But there’s good news: by working hard on this challenge for the past few years, SMC will shortly unveil an industry-changing solution.
By Daniel Rellstab | Product Manager at SMC Switzerland
JULY 2024 When discussing electric actuators we are indeed talking about control, precise motion control. The role of an encoder is crucial as it memorises the starting position or datum of the electric actuator and provides location feedback to the drive, thus closing the control loop. Without an encoder, the motor would start moving but without knowing where it is and where to go. So, which encoder type should you choose for such an important motion control function: incremental or absolute?
By Russell Breden | Group Leader, SMC´s European Technical Centre
MARCH 2024 In applications such as laboratory analysis and in-vitro diagnostics (IVD) there’s growing demand for manifolds that encompass multiple circuits into one solid, transparent solution. Here at SMC, we have the capability to develop and manufacture these often technically challenging manifolds in-line with your specific application demands.
By Thomas Greif | Senior technical support engineer mechatronics & network, SMC Italia
MARCH 2024 Imagine you’ve just identified an electric actuator as your preferred way to facilitate a particular machine movement. Great, right? Well, yes, but then you might be confronted with too many queries, too many options to select that optimal electric solution. In this article - and based on our conversations and the support we provide to our customers - I want to delve into those initial questions that could help shed some light on the matter.
By Mohamed Boudouhi | Product Manager at SMC Germany
JANUARY 2024 While some products or gadgets simply disappear due to technology evolution – such as tape recorders, floppy discs or fax machines – others embrace the need for change and adapt accordingly. A case in point is the electro-pneumatic regulator. Sure enough, its function remains essentially the same: maintaining precise pressure control for actuators, grippers and other system devices. However, distinct evolution is evident regarding the way it interacts with its environment. Not just its interaction with humans, but with smart systems.
di Maria Eugenia Gonzalez, Product Specialist, SMC Spain
NOVEMBRE 2023 Hai mai provato a rimuovere la polvere dallo schermo del tuo televisore? Non è semplice. Gli schermi dei televisori accumulano cariche elettrostatiche durante l'uso, e quindi cercare di rimuovere la polvere con un panno diventa apparentemente impossibile a causa dell'elevata forza statica presente. A casa questo effetto è fastidioso, ma negli impianti produttivi l'elettricità statica ha una varietà di implicazioni più serie, in particolare l'effetto sui profitti e sull'efficienza totale dell'impianto (Overall Equipment Effectiveness, OEE). L'elettricità statica, infatti, può creare tempi morti, fermi macchina e sprechi. Per fortuna, esiste una soluzione affidabile ed efficace per eliminarla da tutti i tipi di superficie: gli ionizzatori.
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