Stereolithography (SLA) uses a laser to fuse photosensitive resin into solid objects layer by layer. One of the earliest 3D printing processes, today its use is far broader, and it is proving to be particularly effective in a wide range of industries and applications including medical production and dentistry.

Our slitting and cutting machines are designed for the precise production of rectangular blanks and complex geometries from SMC, prepreg, or dry fiber fabrics. With a variety of models, we offer tailored solutions to meet every customer’s specific requirements. Many of them are also an integral part of our automation solutions.

𝙍𝙤𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙤𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙣 𝙖𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧, especially in electric motors, gearboxes, and automotive transmissions. As the market leader for innovative retaining ring solutions, Smalley has been continually investing in ongoing research and development to meet the demand for high RPM requirements. Smalley's latest retaining ring innovation, the revolutionary Revolox Self-Locking Ring, features a 'dimple and slot' design that safely and efficiently secures your application at high speeds. The top five advantages of Revolox Self-Locking Ring include: ✔ Significantly higher RPM capacity over an equivalent non-locking retaining ring Revolox Self-Locking Rings were tested and optimized for superior and secure high RPM performance. Contact Smalley Engineers to discuss RPM capabilities in your application. ✔ Ease of installation The sturdy 'dimple and slot' design is not easily damaged during installation. ✔ Lightweight With a part weight approximately half the weight of a typical retaining ring, the lower part weight reduces rotating mass and therefore increases efficiency in the application. ✔ Automated installation capabilities Automated installation capabilities make Revolox Self-Locking Rings an ideal solution for high production volumes. ✔ Inherently better-balanced than snap rings Revolox Self-Locking Rings have an inherently better-balanced design that helps decrease vibration. As always, our AFC Europe engineering team can assist you. Come to our stand and find out more!

By embedding RVmagnetics MicroWire technology to the composite - precise measurements of e.g. temperature in of each layer can be obtained during the composite decking process. Allows one to distinguish whether the delamination or cracks occur during or after the decking process of layers inside composites. For the manufacturers RVmagnetics technology allows the production of the same quality composite with less material costs (layers and epoxides). Smart composite also enables its user to real-time monitor the condition and performance of equipment during the operation (structural health monitoring) and helps to reduce the likelihood of material failure. It attempts to keep low costs by reducing the frequency of maintenance tasks, reducing preventive and reactive maintenance with the predictive one.

The Smart Desktop provides a precise, customizable solution for small parts inspection, integrating seamlessly with 3D scanners and 2D sensors to function as an optical CMM or visual inspection system. It features versatile configurations, user-friendly Streamline software, and quick cycle times, ensuring efficient, high-quality measurements. This cost-effective system supports a wide range of 3D scanning applications, offering reliable results to meet stringent quality standards in various industries. Contact our experts to optimize your inspection processes.

MicroWire technology brings advanced monitoring capabilities to electric motors, enabling data collection without physical contact. By tracking magnetic field strength distribution, the system captures essential information about motor performance. The passive MicroWire is installed inside the motor chassis, positioned between the coils where magnetic fields are neutralized. This configuration supports real-time data collection, including temperature, motor speed, and output, recorded up to 10,000 times per second. The MicroWire requires no power wiring, making it compact and ideal for space-limited electric motors. Only the sensing head, placed within 10 cm of the MicroWire, requires power. The system also determines rotor position and detects faults instantly. Despite being a magnetic sensor, its measurements remain unaffected by the motor’s electromagnetic fields. RVmagnetics’ MicroWire enhances motor performance, improves efficiency, and extends operational life.

SMART TOOL CONTROL RFID TOOL TRACKING TOOLBOX. TOOLBOX MODES • Access control only • Access control with RFID tool tracking Toolboxes can be configured to use different operating modes. Access can be configured on an employee basis. Keycard reader supports any standard MIFARE keycard. All access attempts are tracked and can be reported. Unauthorized access can raise an alert. Tools can be tracked in real-time. Calibration tracking & Damage reporting.

Dynamic warning systems that activate in real time when risks are present—such as approaching vehicles or restricted area breaches. These systems provide immediate, clear alerts to operators and pedestrians, helping prevent incidents before they occur and supporting a proactive safety culture.

You cannot manage what you cannot see Most manufacturers have no live view of the shop floor. Jobs appear to be running until suddenly they are late. Time data exists only on paper – if at all. By the time a problem surfaces, the damage is already done. Operators start and complete jobs with a tap or a scan The Smart Worker Interface runs on any touch screen device – tablet, dedicated terminal, or shared workstation. Employees log in with their employee number, PIN, or by scanning their QR badge. One tap starts the job. Another completes it. Time records automatically. Scan Station mode lets operators track entirely by QR code – scan the badge to log in, scan the part to select the job, scan action codes to start, pause, stop, or complete. No typing. No navigation. See every job running over estimate before it becomes a problem Every operation has an estimated time built into the routing. As operators track against it, DynamxMFG compares actual time to estimate in real time. Operations on target show green. Operations running over show red. You see the problem while there is still time to act. The Tracked Allocations view breaks down estimated versus actual time across every active work order – by operation, by employee, and by routing. Use it in the daily production meeting or pin it to a management screen. Every order’s status visible across the factory floor The End of Line screen is a large-format live display showing the current status of every work order – what is being built, what stage it is at, the required-by date, and what is coming next. Configure multiple screens for different departments or production areas. The Employee Monitoring screen shows what each person is working on right now. Managers see utilisation in real time without interrupting the floor. Clocking data is captured separately for attendance and payroll.

Digital microscopes boost efficiency in optical inspection and facilitate collaborative inspection with multiple users. They reduce fatigue, improve ergonomics, and lighten the workload. The new solution from ZEISS delivers all of these benefits and more. ZEISS Smartzoom 100 comes with a user-friendly interface and is the perfect digital microscope for beginners and experts – ready for use from incoming goods inspection to laboratory and for all industries.

Discover our innovative SMC lines for producing high-quality glass fiber or carbon fiber SMC. With four models, different working widths and various adaptation options, we offer the right line for all customer requirements. If required, you can add pumping, dosing and mixing systems and dispersion machines for material preparation.

Silverstone Park arranges fun social and leisure events activities for its business occupiers. Pictured is 2024's summer BBQ which attracted a 'sell-out' 300 employees from companies on site, held on the roof terrace of the Silverstone University Technology College with stunning views of the neighbouring Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit. Adding to the happy vibes were a professional magician and DJ.

Employees from neighbouring business occupiers at Silverstone Park are able to mingle thanks to a series of fun social events. Pictured is one of the occupiers' annual sports day events.