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Specialty plastics for practitioners – Properties, resistance and application examples

Specialty plastics are used when applications place high demands on the material or special properties are required. They frequently have insulating properties and their high resistance to water and chemicals makes them a reliable, low-maintenance material. It is then no wonder that specialty plastics are used in many technical fields and also in fasteners such as screws and nuts. The following article provides an overview of various specialty plastics and their applications.

Basic knowledgeConstructionMaterials
12 Minutes read

Parallel keys and tapered keys – Standards and norms (OLD+URL Redirect)

Parallel keys and tapered keys are two common connecting elements in the mechanical engineering industry. They are used to create a force-locking connection between two components. In this article, the two key types are examined in more detail and their areas of application are explained.

assembling componentsParallel KeysStandard parts
1 Minutes read

Understanding rotary shafts, axes, and motor shafts: A guideline

Rotary shafts are an essential element of modern mechanical engineering. Rotary shafts transfer rotary motion. They can be manufactured from different materials, which are selected specifically to match the application. The materials include stainless steel, corrosion-resistant steel, and steel.

Basic knowledgeRotary Motion
5 Minutes read

Antistatic Materials - ESD - Definition and Benefits

Electrostatic discharge can be a problem in the manufacturing environment: the hazards range from damage to sensitive components to fire and explosion hazards. There are a variety of options for minimizing its occurrence. Antistatic or ESD materials are one of them. The following article covers causes for electrostatic charge, introduces antistatic materials (ESD materials), and describes general principles for avoiding electrostatic discharge.

9 Minutes read
Sensor integrated into the overall system
Sensor integrated into the overall system

Sensors - selection and importance for automation technology

Collecting data is a central aspect of modern facilities, especially in the context of digitalization and Industry 4.0. Sensors make this possible. They provide input data and monitor and adapt processes. But what types of sensors are there? How does one select the right sensor for a specific application? This article presents the mode of action and possible applications for various sensors, as well as selection criteria for finding the right sensor.

8 Minutes read

Dial gauges - Types and Properties

Dial gauges are indispensable for industrial manufacturing – they ensure precision and quality in various technical processes. In our blog, we highlight their importance and present the different types of analog dial gauges, and digital and inductive gauges. We will take a look at modern alternatives and explain how dial gauges are used in manufacturing for tolerance control, machine adjustment and quality inspection. Find out how these measuring instruments improve efficiency and accuracy in industry.

8 Minutes read