Machine Building

Compact spring-applied brake for disc motor applications

KEB Automation is launching a new spring-applied brake with reduced overall length and weight to suit disc motors and other applications where installation space is restricted. The new COMBISTOP 38S spring-applied brake has an overall length which, depending on the size selected, is reduced by 2mm from 13.5mm to 11.5mm. The weight is also significantly lower compared to the Type 38N/H brake from KEB.

28th May 2020

Compact SiGe rectifiers: high efficiency and thermal stability

Nexperia is announcing a range of new silicon germanium (SiGe) rectifiers with 120V, 150V, and 200V reverse voltages that combine the high efficiency of their Schottky counterparts with the thermal stability of fast recovery diodes.

28th May 2020

Online water analysis module continuously measures iron content

To complement the Type 8905 Online Analysis System, Bürkert has launched its compact flow injection analysis (FIA) module for monitoring iron content in water supplies. The modular design offers simple integration of pH, ORP, turbidity and chlorine sensors all of which can be calibrated quickly and easily.

28th May 2020

Flir launches VP50-2 non-contact voltage detector and flashlight

Flir Systems has unveiled the Flir VP50-2 non-contact voltage detector and flashlight with three alarm types for safer, easier field-troubleshooting and verification of electrical installations. The VP50-2 is designed for professionals who service electrical equipment in residential, commercial, and industrial facilities to reliably check whether an AC circuit is live before beginning work; detect voltage on exposed conducting parts or through insulation; identify live wires within electrical panels, switches, and outlets; and trace live wires and map circuits.

27th May 2020

Time server provides precision for synchronising devices

The FL Timeserver NTP from Phoenix Contact is an alternative to Internet-based time services and public NTP servers.

27th May 2020

Festo introduces CMMT servo drive developer kit

A new developer kit from Festo enables system designers and machine builders to familiarise themselves with the functions and application possibilities of the company's CMMT servo drives. The Festo CMMT developer kit allows users to explore the ease of installation, powerful networking capabilities and simple commissioning software available to help them specify and become familiar with the configuration of the best servo drive for their application.

26th May 2020

igus icom.plus module: predictive maintenance with flexibility

Being able to predict and plan maintenance is the goal pursued by igus with its smart plastics offering. Intelligent sensors, for example, measure the wear of energy chains, chainflex cables, slewing rings and linear guides. With the new icom.plus communication module, the customer can now decide in which form they would like to incorporate the acquired data from the sensors. From an offline version for restricted security environments up to a data connection to the igus server for automatic spare parts ordering, the user is free to integrate and access their data.

26th May 2020

Flir C5 compact thermal camera features Cloud connectivity

Flir Systems is launching the Flir C5 Compact Thermal Camera with new built-in Flir Ignite cloud connectivity and Wi-Fi features for professionals in the building maintenance, manufacturing, and utility industries. The Flir C5 is designed as a pocket-portable thermal camera, providing easy sharing tools and reduced diagnostic time for commercial electrical testing, mechanical engineering, home and building inspection, energy auditing, and general contracting.

26th May 2020

Detectable components for food and pharmaceutical machinery

The designated High-Performing lines of standard components from Elesa are focused on the exceptional requirements of specific niche industries. In the case of these metal and visually detectable lines, they are designed to be especially easy to detect and remove in the unlikely event that fragments might be accidentally broken off or dislodged and thus fall into a food or pharmaceutical processor.

22nd May 2020

SICK switches up its cylindrical inductive safety sensor range

SICK is launching the SICK IME2S inductive proximity safety switch for safe and easy non-contact position and safe area monitoring to help prevent accidents and unwanted collisions in production and logistics environments up to PL d (EN ISO 13849) safety requirements.

22nd May 2020