Machine Building

Tool-free cabling with M12 Push-Lock connectors

Confined spaces and customised cable lengths are becoming increasingly common when it comes to the cabling of machines and systems. Whether for signal, data, or power transmission, the Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Lock connectors designed for assembly enable easy and reliable conductor connection.

5th May 2022

EtherCAT delivers performance for machine builders

As the popularity of EtherCAT rises, Carlo Gavazzi has launched an additional IIoT device to its range of NRG solid state relays.

4th May 2022

Lead screws and lubrication-free lead screw nuts achieve 82% efficiency

Igus has refined the classic trapezoidal thread, achieving, it says, a 30% service life extension – a huge increase for a well-established mechanical part.

4th May 2022

Looking at the full picture

Schaeffler has expanded its food programme to include the corrosion-resistant, sealed standard deep groove ball bearings, which are supplied with an initial application of lubricants produced to food industry standards.

3rd May 2022

Air compressors are the latest technology with OPC UA capability

When machines can communicate and understand each other, processes run more smoothly. But to date, air compressors have not been able to offer OPC UA interconnectivity to other production equipment, with some remaining mostly offline and others using different communication protocols.

3rd May 2022

The ultimate guide to cable management

Essentra Components has produced an essential guide designed to help you help you understand why cable management is important and to help you choose the most appropriate cable management options for your application.

3rd May 2022

Understanding the thermal behaviour of DC motors

Maxon has produced two new videos in its series digging into the detail of its DC motor datasheets. The new videos focus on the thermodynamic properties of DC motors, including thermal operating ranges, limitations and criticality.

3rd May 2022

Accelerometer provides low power for healthcare and industrial applications

Analog Devices has announced a three-axis MEMS accelerometer designed for a wide range of healthcare and industrial applications, including vital signs monitoring, hearing aids, and motion-enabled metering devices.

3rd May 2022

Efficient device connection in healthcare and industry

The presence of liquids and demanding hygienic requirements dominate the application field of medical device technology. Product developers are faced with the task of balancing functionality, protection and design at a top level.

3rd May 2022

Highly precise and industrious ants for nanopositioning

Precision motion control and automation specialist Aerotech has launched the second generation of its ANT nanopositioning stages. Building on the proven previous model, the high-precision ANT95 and ANT130 nanopositioners deliver even better dynamics and precision.

29th April 2022