Item Aluminium Profile System
Machine Building Systems supplies the Item modular aluminium machine
construction system for use where industrial equipment is required for
bespoke automation solutions and mechanical engineering projects.
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Machine Frames
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The Item MB System comprises hundreds of modular
T-slotted aluminium extrusions with anti-vibration
connections. The huge variety of sizes (from 20x20mm up
to 320x160mm) means that there is sure to be an Item
solution whether your application is for a simple
support stand or a more complicated assembly carrying
several tons. |
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Machinery Guarding
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There is a vast array of options available for
machine guarding whether it is a simple mesh enclosure
something much more elaborate with interlocked hinged or
sliding doors with fixed or removable polycarbonate or
acrylic panels. The guarding element of any machine can
be easily integrated into the main support frame
structure. |
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Linear Motion Systems |
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Linear slides are
constructed by combining modular components, including
extruded aluminium profiles which are cut to exactly the
required length. Using this patented approach, it is
possible to build bespoke slide systems with exactly the
right combination of strength and stroke-length. A
choice of belt or ballscrew drive options is available. |
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Workstations and Work Benches |
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Gone are the days of making do with standard
workbenches. Having a
workplace tailored to specific ergonomic requirements is
considered good practice from a health and safety point
of view. We can offer a range of solutions including
adjustable height designs, and have options for
work-place
lighting, ESD worktops, tool holders, parts
containers and labelling amongst many others. |
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Conveyor Systems
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There is an expansive list of possibilities for organising
material flow, from simple slide strips to roller
conveyors (gravity fed or driven) to chain transfer
systems. In each case, the modular nature of the Item
system means that it is possible to manufacture
custom
conveyors that are right for the application rather than
make do with standard sized units. |
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Industrial Safety Fences
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Where large multi-axis industrial robots are in
operation it is common to install
perimeter guards to
provide a partitioned area. There are many different
types of cell guarding within the Item profile system
with various options for removable panels, hinged or
sliding doors, and methods for fixing a variety of
panels types. |
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Jigs and Fixtures
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The Item system lends itself perfectly to
constructing all manner of
special purpose jigs and
fixtures. The flexible nature of the fastening
technology means that it is possible to make fine
adjustments without the need for expensive rework or
milling of slots which may be associated with
fabricated steel constructions. Common applications
can be found in the automotive and aerospace
sectors. |
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Cleanroom Equipment
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The
Item Line X system features a number of features
suitable for cleanroom constructions. All extrusions are
designed with the minimum possible corner radius which
results in a smooth transition from one frame element to
the next, There are a range of profiles available with
closed grooves to minimise turbulent air-flow and
ESD
fasteners and components help prevent build-up of
particles. |
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