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inCAD Library – A Designer’s Source of Inspiration

The inCAD Library is an extensive library for designers offering many application examples. The library provides freely application examples for functions or product possibilities. Each application example contains a parts list of the parts MISUMI has available together with information on the quantity required for the example. For designers, the CAD models serve as a source of inspiration for modifying, meaningfully adding and adapting them for their own machines or systems.

Construction
6 Minutes read

Mechanical Components for Automation Engineering

Automation engineering covers a wide range of components and technologies that work together to automate and optimize processes and machines. Mechanical components serve as one of the basic building blocks for the implementation of automated systems. These components include actuators, sensors, mechanical transmission systems and other mechanical elements required for the movement, control and monitoring of systems and machines. This article introduces the basics of automation and automation engineering and explains where mechanical components are used.

8 Minutes read

Measuring Technology – Quality Control Through Measuring Methods

In industrial manufacturing, measurement technology is a fundamental component for monitoring and quality control. Industrial measuring techniques allow collecting and quantifying precise data and information about the sizes, properties and characteristics of objects. The following article discusses the importance measurement technology has for quality assurance, and it introduces some methods from measurement technology.

8 Minutes read

Safety Standards in Mechanical Engineering

Compliance with safety standards in mechanical engineering is a crucial aspect for manufacturers, operators and other parties involved to ensure that machines and their working environments comply with applicable legal requirements and offer the highest level of safety. Therefore, the effective machine and plant safety is a fundamental criterion and forms the basis for accident-free working on machines, plants and equipment. However, the evaluation and testing of all parts usually takes a lot of effort. Generally applicable safety standards are therefore a good way to regulate and subsequently verify the safety of components and products. In this context, this article examines the safety of machinery and some common safety standards and guidelines.

standards
8 Minutes read

Standard Parts in Tool Manufacture – Knobs, Levers and Handles

Standard parts are indispensable building blocks in tool and mold manufacture. They are the foundation for the production of precise molds, tools and devices. Standard parts are standard components and are used to increase efficiency, reduce costs and ensure the interoperability of manufacturing processes. This article describes how standard parts are defined, what distinguishes them from standard parts, and where standard parts such as knobs, levers, and handles are used.

Basic knowledge
9 Minutes read

Gripper Systems for Material Handling in Mechanical Engineering

Particularly in large production plants and production chains, it is imperative to deal with handling techniques for materials and workpieces. Due to the weight alone, it is e.g. almost impossible to move materials manually. This is where material handling starts: Gripper systems or conveyor belts, for example, facilitate the movement and control of materials and increase efficiency. In the following, we will take a closer look at various gripper systems and how they are utilized.

Basic knowledgeConstructionPneumatics
10 Minutes read