Machine Building

Large DIY palletiser robot from Igus at a low price

Igus says its drylin XXL gantry robot is up to 60% cheaper than comparable robot solutions and is particularly easy to put into service, with free online configuration help.

29th June 2022

Contactless monitoring of Igus cables in e-chains

Smart monitoring of bus and data cables from Igus has entered the next phase with the launch of the new i.Sense CF.D monitoring sensors.

28th June 2022

Engineering software for control cabinet building

Phoenix Contact says its clipx Engineer software provides increased efficiency, with time and effort in the design process being reduced through the use of prefabricated projects.

28th June 2022

Nord DuoDrive now with powers of up to 3 kW

The patented DuoDrive integrated gear unit/motor concept from in a hygienic wash-down design Nord Drivesystems is now available in power ranges of up to 3 kW.

28th June 2022

Flexible design integration for clean in place servo motor

Kollmorgen’s AKMH servo motor for clean in place (CIP) applications now has an extended OEM integration capability with an increased range of design options available.

28th June 2022

Aluminium handwheel range now includes solid dish design

WDS Components has extended its three spoke aluminium handwheel range, adding a solid wheel plus a two spoke design. The solid handwheels increase safety by removing the risk of finger trap.

28th June 2022

High-resolution module for 3D depth sensing and vision systems

Analog Devices is claiming an industry first with a high-resolution, industrial quality, indirect Time-of-Flight (iToF) module for 3D depth sensing and vision systems.

28th June 2022

Cool successor with sustainable DNA

Rittal is expanding its smart cooling unit solutions by adding the new Blue e+ S range. This latest generation of cooling units with their lower output categories of 300, 500, and 1,000 W have been designed for efficiency, ensuring a smaller footprint and lower costs.

27th June 2022

Axis Harvesting and Igus automate mushroom harvesting

Automating production is becoming the focus of many companies and Axis Harvesting is no exception. From weighing to packaging the punnets, automation helps alongside humans to process over 90 tonnes of mushrooms per week.

27th June 2022

Pinet hinges with parallelogram links from the FDB Online store

FDB Panel Fittings now offers concealed, internal hinges from Pinet with parallelogram links as typically used in small cabinets or wall-mounted enclosures.

27th June 2022