Machine Building

COM Express Type 6 module, AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 processors

congatec is introducing the conga-TR4 COM Express Type 6 module based on the new AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 processors. Setting a new benchmark for high-end embedded computer modules, AMD Ryzen Embedded V1000 processors deliver up to 3× more GPU performance than competitive products, and up to 2× increase in performance over previous generations. With a TDP that is scalable from 12W to 54W, congatec products based on these new processors can benefit from multiple performance leaps across the TDP range and enormous optimisation potential with regards to size, weight, power and costs (SWaP-C) at high graphics performance.

26th February 2018

Digi-Key is Sensata 2017 Channel Partner of the Year

Sensata Technologies has recognised Digi-Key Electronics with the "2017 Channel Partner of the Year" award during the 2018 Sensata Sales Summit in Attleboro, MA. The award is based off the highest growth rate for both Sales and Customer Acquisition in 2017.

26th February 2018

Free Machinery Directive poster aids compliance with standards

Pilz has produced a poster of the European Harmonised Standards associated with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, the main legislation governing health and safety requirements for machines across Europe.

23rd February 2018

Hansford Sensors extends sponsorship of BTCC star Tom Ingram

Hansford Sensors is continuing its sponsorship of British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) racing driver Tom Ingram and the Speedworks Motorsport team for the fifth year in a row, as the team's main sponsor.

23rd February 2018

Industry is wasting potential 44TWh each year, whitepaper finds

REO UK has released a whitepaper proposing that a lack of efficiency in industrial power drive systems means there is currently 44TWh/a of energy savings that could be made across the sector. REO has demonstrated the results in its own laboratory tests outlined in the paper and suggests that better harmonic mitigation and a change in the rules is required.

23rd February 2018

Lee Spring bring "˜Global Flexibility' package to MACH

At MACH this year Lee Spring will present their theme of "˜Global Flexibility', which means that wherever your design or production is based, Lee Spring can offer a service package from concept of new products to redesign of legacy items.

23rd February 2018

New City & Guilds accredited training in PUWER and CE marking

ST&L is launching training courses in PUWER Inspection and CE Marking to the Machinery Directive, the programmes for which are City & Guilds accredited. The courses have been developed and will be run by ST&L's Senior Technical Consultant and Lead Trainer, Brian Matthewman BSc (Hons), CMIOSH, SIIRSM, Cert-Ed, EMSR. Fully qualified and highly experienced, Brian Matthewman has been writing and delivering machinery safety training courses for over 10 years.

23rd February 2018

Variohm's application-customised sensors bring benefits for OEMs

Variohm EuroSensor delivered its one millionth customised sensor in December 2017. The Towcester-based sensor and transducer specialist has steadily expanded its in-house design and manufacturing service which is complemented by a comprehensive standard product range as well as distribution partnerships with global sensor component suppliers. Variohm has been prominent in the UK custom sensor market for several years and its overriding philosophy embraces the question: "If we can't supply our customer a competitive sensor solution from our partners or from our own standard range, then can we modify or design a new solution"?

22nd February 2018

Festo introduces new one-day seminar on basics of Industry 4.0

In response to strong market demand, Festo Training & Consulting has launched a new seminar entitled The Fundamentals of Industry 4.0. The one-day course - the first of which takes place on 8th March 2018 - is suitable for those who wish to gain a broader understanding of what Industry 4.0 is about, without talking about products.

22nd February 2018

Encryption on embedded devices: the impact of GDPR

Integral Memory will use their first appearance at Embedded World International Trade Fair at Nuremberg (27 February-1 March) to answer the key security issues facing system developers on the eve of GDPR. The producer of hardware encrypted SSDs and industrial embedded memory cards and solid state drives will provide an insight into the security standards available to developers, to ensure that their embedded systems meet new security regulations that will be enforced from May 2018.

22nd February 2018