June 2003
ABB is dedicated to optimising the performance of robot-based automation systems throughout the entire lifecycle of the installation.
Its comprehensive service offer ranges from field service, parts and training to service agreements, process, application and consulting services as well as equipment reconditioning.
The latest developments are based on a new ABB Industrial IT concept which supports automotive challenges such as time to market and order to delivery.
Its customer service portfolio is designed to optimise performance and is constantly adapted to meet changing customer requirements.
ABB is a global service provider with a strong local presence.
Neil Jackson
Regular Features
Comment (Leon Liebenberg)
Front cover story
Forum
Nota bene
Industrial Filters and Filtration
Industrial filters & filtration - round up
Instrumentation, Measurement, Control and Automation
Fabric filters
(Donaldson Industrial Air Filtration Division) ,
Modern Manufacturing
Easing the transition from 2D to 3D mechanical design
(courtesy of Autodesk) ,
Modern design & practice - round up
Modern manufacturing - round up
Polymers (plastics & rubber)
Projects
Virtual prototyping reduces development time and risk on new business jet
(courtesy of MSC-Africa) ,
Welding and Cutting
Questions and answers concerning the welding of stainless steel
Damian J Kotecki
The ABCs of non-destructive weld examination
Charles Hayes
Weldability of carbon and low-alloy steels
Multiple components improve shielding gas performance
(Afrox) ,
Welding and cutting - round up
