ExLRT vs LRT: Intrinsic safety

Intrinsic safety

This article continues our series of blog posts highlighting the benefits of the ExLRT (model XLR-9703-01) compared to the LRT (model 906-10246-3).  So far, we’ve looked at the physical differences and how suitable each tool is for use in [MRO facilities].   We’ve now arrived at the critical feature – Intrinsic Safety credentials. What does Intrinsic…

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Resistive noise in slip rings

Resistive noise in slip rings

If you manufacture or use instrument-quality slip rings, you must ensure that they reliably conduct power and signals that are not compromised by resistive noise. This post looks at the nature and causes of resistive noise in slip rings, and how to test for it. What is resistive noise in slip rings? Slip rings can…

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Automatic program generation improves testing for train OEMs

A production technican at a train manufacturing plant is operating a test system whilst giving a 'thumbs up' hand gesture

Rail operators are constantly challenging OEMs to speed up the replacement of ageing trains and trams to improve reliability, reduce running costs and cut CO2 emissions.  Whether OEMs add additional production lines or speed up manufacturing times through other processes, testing times can still dampen any significant progress.  MK Test’s pioneering automatic program generation technology…

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High speed testing: adapting automotive processes for aerospace

A low angled photo of a plane flying through the sky in the background. A graveled road and a stationary car tyre is in the foreground.

This article looks at the heritage of real-time testing in the automotive sector, and how the R&D team at MK Test Systems have succeeded in adapting this technology to meet the complex demands of high speed testing for wiring harnesses in the aerospace manufacturing industry. How the automotive sector drives innovation in manufacturing There are…

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