Machine Building

Machinery protection – the next level?

The ability for plant engineers and machine managers to identify abnormal conditions and manage the dynamic behaviour of rotating equipment remains vital

23rd November 2020

New multi-axis controller for dynamic positioning tasks

maxon is launching the next generation of motion controllers with its MiniMACS6-AMP-4/50/10. The controller is designed to be used where PLC solutions are deemed too expensive or cannot meet customer-specific requirements

23rd November 2020

Robot range extended with new 7th axis

A ready-to-fit 7th axis has been designed and manufactured by igus to enable Universal Robots (UR) and robolink robots to travel several metres

20th November 2020

Grease is the word - new single point automatic lubricator

Schaeffler has just introduced its new CONCEPT1 single-point automatic lubricator to the UK market

19th November 2020

C-coded M8 male panel-mount connectors with screw locking

binder has announced a new high density connector for sensor and automation applications

18th November 2020

New IP67 rated incremental shaft encoders

With an IP67 ingress protection rating, the new Rx3000-series incremental shaft encoders from ifm electronic are suitable for use in wet environments that are often encountered in the process, pharmaceutical and food manufacturing sectors

17th November 2020

RA RODRIGUEZ unveils new cycloidal gears

R.A. Rodriguez (UK) Ltd, is the UK distributor for Nabtesco cycloidal gear heads and component sets, and has now released the Neco® range of cycloidal gears

17th November 2020

A clean connector is thought for food

High resistance and safe handling are key attributes of its Han® F&B connectors says HARTING

13th November 2020

Surge protection and power supply for high system availability

Machine, panel and system builders demand well co-ordinated components in order to assure reliable system availability, especially when high EMC loads are likely to be present

13th November 2020