Basic knowledge

Tolerances and fits are critical in the manufacturing industry. In the technical sense, tolerances define a permissible deviation from a defined property, such as a nominal dimension. They ensure that products and components meet the required quality standards.

This article explores the different types of manual stages and their applications. Manual stages are special tables that are used, among other things, in quality assurance and automated measuring technology for calibration and process monitoring.

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.

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.

Make-to-Order (MTO) is the classic production process for customised production. Make-to-Order means contract manufacturing. In this process, production takes place according to individual customer requirements and only begins after the customer has placed an order. Unlike Make-to-Stock (MTS), where production and stock levels are pre-determined, MTO components are only manufactured after receipt of a customer order.

Make-to-Order (MTO) turned parts and components are an important part of the modern manufacturing industry. Make-to-Order means contract manufacturing. This means that production only begins when a specific order is available. In contrast to Make-To-Stock (MTS), where products are produced for stock, MTO components are only manufactured after order receipt.

In mechanical engineering, tension and compression springs are an important part of the design of mechanical systems, applications and uses. The properties of springs, such as their return force and spring constant, influence the performance and functionality of machines. In order to understand these properties and the vibration behavior of spring systems, we look in this article at the physical relationships between spring systems and the relationship between the natural frequency and resonance.

Surface roughness and surface hardness are important properties that must be considered when selecting components. Although there are various methods to measure roughness or surface roughness of the surface of a component. However, these measurements often have to be converted to a standard dimension.

From conveyor systems to robot-controlled production lines, cam followers enable the effortless movement of loads. A smooth process in industrial manufacturing and material handling depends on efficient and precise movement systems. Cam followers and roller followers play a decisive role here. Here, cam followers and roller followers ensure reliable guidance of linear movement. In this blog article, we dive into the basic knowledge of these components and examine their intended utilization in industrial practice.

The choice of the right surface treatment depends largely on the requirements placed on the surface. There are a number of different surface treatments that can be used depending on your needs. In this blog article, we present the strongest, hardest and most durable surface treatments.

Industrial surface treatment is a process in which the surface of a workpiece is machined to improve or change its mechanical, chemical or visual properties.

The retaining ring is one of the most important tools in construction. It is used to secure individual components and prevent axial movement. In this article, we will take a look at the different types of retaining rings, their features and their utilization.

Locating units play a central role in mechanics and are essential for designers in many different applications. In this article, we will review how locating units, their different types and their applications work.

When shafts and axes are coupled in a machine, there is always a misalignment between the centre points of the shafts. The coupling compensates for this alignment error by the elasticity of the component or mechanical element during rotation or power transmission. Whether you are an experienced engineer or just diving into the world of mechanical engineering, this article gives you a comprehensive insight into the basics of couplings.

The friction coefficient is a physical variable derived from the field of tribology for the friction between two objects. The friction coefficient sets the force that occurs during friction (frictional force) in relation to the force with which the objects are pressed together (pressing force). The friction coefficient is thus an important parameter when examining material wear and sliding properties. This article explains the basics of the friction coefficient, its measurement methods and its applications in technology.

This article examines the standard dimensions of pipe threads and their meaning. Pipes with threads ensure a safe and tight connection between pipe parts and adjacent components. In industry, there are a variety of standards for this, such as DIN/ISO, JIS, BSP, NPT or BSW.

Tension pins, or spring pins are mechanical fastening elements made of spring steel. These elements join components safely and reliably while offering a certain degree of flexibility. They are easy to install and provide even load distribution across the surface of the pin and bore hole. They are widely used in many industries and applications and are particularly useful in applications where a permanent connection is required without the use of screws or other fasteners.

There are many different types of mechanical loads that affect an object, one of which is torsion. In this blog article, we will look at the basics of torsion and explore some examples.

There are different designation systems for the properties of steel. The underlying standards form the basis for the classification and designation of steel grades using material numbers. In this article we compare the steel grades classified according to DIN/EN/ISO with their respective counterparts in JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard).

Since it is of great importance in the design of gears that the gear wheels involved engage correctly and wear is minimized, various basic calculations must be carried out. Terms such as modulus, pitch diameter and tooth count play a major role here. In this article, we deal with the most important aspects of gear calculation and what to consider when calculating gear units.