Replicating True Radial Arc and Ring Magnets with Pseudo-Radial Arcs and Rings

Halbach Array

The manufacture of anisotropic radially magnetised arcs and rings is significantly different to the production of diametrically magnetised rings and arcs. Radially aligned and magnetised anisotropic arcs and rings are only possible in fully dense sintered NdFeB and need a dedicated press tool and magnetising fixture and have a limited physical envelope (Max OD 85mm).…

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Surface Mounted Arc Magnets

Arc Magnets

Bunting is capable of supplying almost any shape and size of a permanent magnet, but one of the most popular shapes is the arc. Arc magnets are used in a wide range of magnet assemblies, but in particular, surface mounted electric machines. There are four main types of arc magnets and these are: Each arc-type…

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Virtual Audit for ISO9001 ISO14001 and ISO45001

Denis Elkins

The coronavirus pandemic and the necessity of social distancing has forced many companies to think creatively about how they conduct business. With Bunting’s 3-year re-accredited certification for Quality (ISO9001), Environment (ISO14001) and Health & Safety (ISO45001) due, Denis Elkins, Bunting’s Quality and Health & Safety Manager, adopted a digital approach. “The present state of uncertainty…

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Bespoke Pot Magnet Design for Oil and Gas Application

Pot Magnet

An international Oil and Gas company turned to Bunting when investigating designs for a novel magnetic system to act as a pressure relief valve. The Pot Magnet assembly design requirements were complex with a number of significant technical challenges. The initial design evaluation identified that the bespoke magnet assembly would be based on a simple…

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Carbon Fibre Containment for Magnetic Rotors

Magnetic Rotor Combo

Magnetic rotors are used in a wide range of applications including motors, generators, alternators and Eddy Current Separators. These rotors spin at very high speeds and a key design consideration is ensuring that the motors do not become detached from the magnet carrier. One of the key design considerations is the resultant centrifugal force. Centrifugal…

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Post Assembly Magnetisation for the Automotive Sector

Rotor Exploded View

Magnets are an integral component in all modern vehicles.  They help form the traction drive to provide motive power to the vehicle, whilst also driving the window wipers, electric windows, instrumentation, and an array of engine parts.  For electric vehicles, magnets are simply fundamental. Magnets and Magnet Assemblies for the Automotive Sector The magnets are…

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Magnetic Catches at kbb 2020

UK Magnetic Catches

Visitors to the 2020 kbb show (1-4 March NEC, Birmingham, UK) will see an extensive array of Magnetic Catches on stand Z85. kbb 2020 is a biennial event bringing together Europe’s leading kitchen, bedroom and bathroom designers and suppliers. There are over 400 exhibitors with many introducing new products and designs at the show. Magnetic…

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Bunting Sponsors #10nTaff Tŷ Hafan Challenge

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Bunting is thrilled to announce their support for the Dads, Uncles and Brothers of children supported by Tŷ Hafan as they take on the #10nTaff challenge. Tŷ Hafan is one of the UK’s leading paediatric palliative care charities and offers care to children and support for their families, throughout Wales.  The hospice offers comfort, care…

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Bunting Announces New Sales Engineer Appointments

Distributors Training Meeting

Following a sustained period of growth and expansion, Bunting announces the addition of three sales engineers to their Redditch and Berkhamsted teams.  Barry Drew and Michael Allen join the Redditch sales team with Daniel Scott joining the Berkhamsted team. Meet Our New Team Members Barry has over 30 years of engineering experience and joins Bunting…

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Magnets Attract at Southern Manufacturing Show

Bunting Team at Southern Manufacturing

Manufacturers and suppliers from across the UK converged on the Farnborough Exhibition Centre for the Southern Manufacturing and Electronics Show (February 2020). From the start of the 3-day annual event, the aisles were bustling with visitors and the sound of stand-chatter reverberated around the hall. “Being at the show provides the ideal opportunity to meet…

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