In addition, the
Xbelt does not
require vacuum
boxes. Conventional
cross-web labellers
use vacuum boxes
to hold the labels
in place before they
are applied. They
cause constant air
movement and are
difficult to clean. Xbelt technology makes vacuum boxes obsolete,
improving not just hygiene but also energy efficiency: it consumes
approximately 10% of the compressed air of conventional systems.
The Xbelt is currently available in top and base labelling versions;
a “twin” version that eliminates downtime and operates within a
small space will be available soon.
MR Etikettiertechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Enger, Germany + 49 5224 9310
www.mrde.de
Builder of automation systems
introduces new platform
In anticipation of the
Automatica show in
Munich, Germany,
Mikron Automation
has announced the
introduction of a
new automation
platform along with
enhancements to its
signature Mikron
G05 assembly system.
The new EcoLine (pictured) is based on the use of manual,
semi and fully automatic standard modules. Workstations can be
installed on both sides of the linear machine to optimise the use of
floor space. Designed by Mikron Singapore and supported by 35
years of automation experience, this platform is suitable for the
assembly and testing of products destined for emerging markets
and for low to medium production volumes.
Year Milestones
Hypertronics Celebrates 40 years of Providing High Reliability Interconnects
Hypertronics provides high-performance interconnect solutions for critical medical applications. Their
Hypertac® contact technology is known for the
ultra reliability, 360° of contact point, 100,000+
mating cycles, extremely low contact resistance /
insertion force, high current carrying capability, and
shock and vibration immunity. Hypertronics offers a
variety of custom and standard solutions for critical
applications.
Hypertronics first opened their doors June 1,
1970 as a small two person operation. By 1981
the business had grown so much that the company had relocated to a larger facility with room
to expand, and still remains in Hudson, MA. In
1995 Hypertronics became part of the Smiths
family. Today, Hypertronics corporate headquarters is still based in Hudson, MA with multiple
international offices, engaging in full engineering, designing and manufacturing capabilities.
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