Machine Building

Compact and robust cycloidal gearboxes for high-end applications

For machine building applications that call for the utmost precision and rigidity, involve higher loads and speeds, or require lifetime zero backlash, R. A. Rodriguez is introducing a new series of standard and bespoke cycloidal gear heads and component sets to complement its established gearbox range. These innovative products are designed and manufactured by Nabtesco Precision Europe GmbH - part of the Nabtesco Group - for which R. A. Rodriguez has been appointed the UK distributor.

24th January 2020

SICK adds T-Easic thermal flow switch to instrumentation range

SICK is extending its portfolio of industrial instruments with the SICK T-Easic FTS, a thermal flow switch designed as an easy, cost-saving answer to detecting liquid flow in pipes, for example in pumps, machine tool lubrication or industrial cleaning systems.

24th January 2020

Foremost Electronics now shipping improved ELMA encoder

Foremost Electronics is now supplying the new E18 mechanical incremental encoder from ELMA Electronic. The industry-standard footprint E18 product family incorporates all of the features required for the widest range of applications while providing improved performance and manufacturability.

22nd January 2020

IP65 keyboard designed for food processing machinery

RDS is introducing the new NSI Keyboard which has been specifically designed for the food industry. The combination of a cold environment and hot cleaning and damp creates a really challenging environment. With this new keyboard NSI have introduced a number of innovations that ensure a very stable and reliable product.

21st January 2020

Heavy-duty connectors provide more space for wiring

Phoenix Contact's new tall sleeve and surface mounting housings for Heavycon Standard B-series connectors are particularly suitable for modular applications. Their taller design and larger cable outlets in M50 format provide more space for wiring. This also means larger cable diameters and cable bundles can be connected conveniently.

21st January 2020

Novotechnik TF1 series linear sensor for demanding applications

Recently launched by Novotechnik and available from Variohm EuroSensor, TM1 series linear position sensors are designed for simple and direct integration within hydraulic/pneumatic cylinders or harsh-environment machinery. With a working range of up to 2m, an absolute positioning resolution of 0.1mm and no speed limit, the new sensor features Novotechnik's "˜touchless' magnetostrictive measurement technology for uncompromised durability, maximum reliability and a mechanically unlimited working life.

21st January 2020

Thermal imaging for the same price as a single-point pyrometer

Micro-Epsilon is introducing two thermal imagers for industrial environments that are both compact and robust, offering advanced thermal imaging functions at a price level normally associated with single-point pyrometers.

15th January 2020

Professional jack sockets with choice of switching contacts

Cliff Electronics is offers manufacturers of professional audio and broadcast equipment their industry standard ¼" S1VS series of compact vertical PCB mounting jack sockets with a range of switching contacts.

15th January 2020

SafePlus helps turn industrial robots into co-operative robots

Collaborative and co-operative robotic systems that work together with humans are increasingly popular because they can support operators on the factory floor and enhance their output. Mitsubishi Electric has improved the availability of this technology significantly with the release of the MELFA SafePlus robot safety system. This option allows any of the over 160 MELFA FR-series intelligent industrial robot models to be converted into a co-operative system.

15th January 2020

FATH swivel castors feature integral lifting feet

New from FATH Components is a range of precision-engineered swivel castors with integrated lifting feet that are stated to provide effortless movement together with safe, positive positioning once in place. They can be seen for the first time in the UK on Stand No G260 at the Southern Manufacturing show at Farnborough.

15th January 2020