Sustainability and manufacturing need not be mutually exclusive. As detailed in this three-part series, industry is putting unprecedented effort into ESG initiatives. By Lisa Eitel | Executive editor In recent years, businesses with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives have put increased emphasis on sustainability. Especially in manufacturing and automated operations, metrics abound to allow…

In smart agriculture applications, companies are leveraging motion systems to improve reliability in their designs. Advances in automation technology as well as related advances in sensors, imaging, and communications have meant improvements to the kinds of motion control systems employed in agricultural applications as well as other off-highway uses. That means that the smart agriculture […]

Many trends in general automation have impacted the packaging industry. Some of these include the multiple benefits of better efficiency and increased speed and accuracy of automation systems in general, leading to improved packaging machinery. At the same time, there is more concern with sustainable practices and design, which means more emphasis on biodegradable materials […]

Now in its sixth year, Design World’s LEAP Awards continue to showcase the best engineering innovations across several design categories. It’s a large undertaking that wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and support of the engineering community. WTWH Media is not involved with selecting the winners. Each year, the editorial team assembles OEM design engineers…

Alina Kim, Manufacturing Engineer, Bishop-Wisecarver Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of California San Diego Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Santa Clara University I graduated from UC San Diego with a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and also went on to pursue my Master’s at Santa Clara University. I started off as a Test…

The convergence of software, cloud computing, and additive manufacturing (3D printing) technologies has given manufacturers the ability to cost-effectively supply millions, thousands, or dozens of a given workpiece — and even batch sizes down to one. It’s no wonder that worldwide, batch sizes have in fact shrunk ‚ catering to increased demand for customized products […]

For the annual Design World Trends issue, we asked industry experts to share their insights into linear-motion trends. Here’s more of what they had to say on linear actuators, linear guides, and stages. Meet the experts Dave Walden | Applications engineer • PBC Linear Eric Rice | Product market manager — electric automation • Festo Samuel Orozco | […]

We recently asked several industry experts about trends they’re seeing in the design and use of linear actuators, linear guides, and stages. Here’s what those experts had to say. Meet the experts Saurabh Khetan | Product line manager — Leadscrews • Thomson Industries Inc. Justin Lackey | Product manager — Systems • Bosch Rexroth Kelly Walden | V.P. […]

We recently asked several industry experts about trends they’re seeing in engineering training, software tools, and support. Here’s what those experts had to say. Meet the experts Nathan Andaya | Director Techline SBU • LINAK U.S. Boaz Eidelberg | CTO • SAAR Inc. James Gallant | Director of operations • ISL Products International Ltd. Chris…

The winners of the 2022 LEAP Awards (Leadership in Engineering Achievement Program) were announced this week with products across multiple categories, including Mechanical. Here are the three medalists for this year’s extremely competitive Mechanical category. Gold System Seals, Inc. VORTEX Main Bearing Seal A wind turbine seal design that redefines rotary seals System Seals’ VORTEX…

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA) has named Pamela Kan the 30th recipient of its Warren Pike Award for lifetime achievement in the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry. She received her award during the PTDA 2021 Industry Summit October 22 in Atlanta. Established in 1984, the Warren Pike Award honors individuals who have demonstrated outstanding,…

By Alex Marques, Associate Product Manager Griffith Textile Machine Ltd is a manufacturer of luxury carpets. The company uses its in-house machinery to produce over 250,000 square meters of carpet per year for hotels, museums, golf courses, restaurants, and public houses. Built for high duty cycles in a dusty operating environment, the company’s Griffith Projectile…

Wednesday, March 3, 2021 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT     We will tackle the major concerns and sticking points when it comes to designing cutting systems across a multitude of industries. Asking these 10 questions can put you ahead when bringing your cutting equipment to market – and can influence the design…

Bishop-Wisecarver, a trusted industrial automation company offering proven mechatronic solutions that are expertly designed and delivered to perform, today announced that Ramzi Latreche from Ygnacio Valley High School has won its first-ever Wisecarver Innovation Award. Through this student design contest, Bishop-Wisecarver challenged students in primary or secondary accredited educational facilities in their community to develop…

Denise Butler, Mechanical Engineer,  Bishop-Wisecarver B.S Mechanical Engineering, San Jose State University A.S. Engineering, Thomas Nelson Community College A.S. Science, Thomas Nelson Community College Denise Butler is a Mechanical Engineer at Bishop-Wisecarver in the R&D department. Her focus includes developing tests and interpreting data related to product development, as well as participating in presentations and…

Bishop-Wisecarver’s HepcoMotion HDRT (Heavy Duty Ring and Track) Systems are specifically developed for high-performance applications. HDRT guidance systems are characterized by their ability to carry high loads — moving reliably and accurately with very little wear. At Eurocylinder Systems AG the HDRT guidance system has proven itself in a demanding production environment with large amounts…

Bishop-Wisecarver, a trusted industrial automation company offering proven motion solutions that are expertly designed and delivered to perform, is hosting its ninth consecutive National Manufacturing Day (MFG Day) event, as a first time virtual offering. The company also kicked off the first Wisecarver Innovation Award student design contest encouraging participants to realize the benefits of […]

Precision agriculture is the discretization of farming — defined as the analysis of highly variable (and often unpredictable) landscapes to: • Break larger agricultural fields into smaller discrete sections • Quantify the characteristics (such as soil composition, light, and seed spacing) of each section • Adapt to the variations between sections with automated farm equipment […]

Bishop-Wisecarver offers product options that include UtiliTrak linear guides and LoPro linear actuators, to complete actuated system solutions. LoPro linear actuators excel in high speed, long length and dirty environments. UtiliTrak is constructed with DualVee Motion Technology in vee and vee/crown designs, and using MadeWell Crown Rollers, and are ideal for commercial applications in need […]

Reliable motion is often difficult to obtain when the operating environment is heavily contaminated with debris, or contains extreme conditions such as a wide temperature range or other environmental factors.The use of machinery for operations such as cutting, welding, and material processing often generates a substantial amount of debris contamination. Equipment that is not designed […]

      This Q&A style webinar is designed to give you a basic understanding of what guide wheel motion technology is and how it works. With the help of our Applications Engineer, our goal is to give you an accurate picture of what your top concerns should be when looking at guide wheels and…

    Heavy duty vee rings are an excellent motion solution. Many applications benefit from the smooth motion and versatility that vee rings provide. Curved and rotary motion is useful almost everywhere form industrial automation to artistic projects.   Heavy duty vee rings are simple in construction and, depending on the size, are design segments to…

      The design and development of automated processing equipment can be a daunting and time consuming task. At the outset of every automation project there is an understanding of the work to be performed. The designer will identify the items which can be purchased, and the items which must be designed and fabricated.…

This webinar was broadcast on Wednesday, November 9, 2016. Watch On Demand now. Guided precision motion is most often thought of in the linear form which is used extensively in machinery and automation applications. Sometimes curved motion is better suited for a project, such as moving a sensor or welding torch around the circumference of a pipe. An…

Watch on demand. The design of medical equipment presents some unique challenges including strict material compatibility selections and compact space requirements. Many of these projects require smooth and reliable guided motion that must be very compact when stored, but provide long extension during use. Aerospace and transportation applications also contain these challenges. Telescopic slides and…