Machine Building

Flexible water analysis system saves time and money

Maintaining clean water quality is important for both consumers collecting it from the tap and for manufacturers that rely on it as a key constituent part of a process. Efficient measuring and monitoring of parameters such as pH, iron content and turbidity, is a constant challenge for many water utilities and food & beverage producers. Now there is a flexible, modular system that uses smart cube technology to save space, time and money.

9th May 2019

FDB Panel Fittings introduces innovative IP65/67 hinge

FDB Panel Fittings' new DIRAK hinge Pr01 marks an innovative approach to the time-saving installation of IP65/67 hinging for specialist enclosures. DIRAK believe that to meet the requirements of industrial applications, panel hinges must be sturdy, robust and durable. In addition, they should offer simple assembly, high strength and flexible usage. Consequently, for these applications they have developed a novel new hinge with fastening bracket, which ensures a precise fit in the rectangular cutouts and allows for easy installation using only one screw per side. In addition, the seals on the hinge provide protection against the ingress of water and dust.

8th May 2019

Mouser now stocking Bourns GMOV surge protection components

Mouser Electronics, Inc. is now stocking the new GMOV hybrid overvoltage surge protection components from Bourns. GMOV components present a long-life, reliable protection product that provides a higher level of performance and safety compared with standard metal oxide varistors (MOVs). The Bourns GMOV series are suitable in AC applications where conditions are less than predictable or uncontrolled, in markets such as industrial, consumer, non-lifesaving and non-critical medical, and communications.

8th May 2019

New cover strip for profiled guide rails reduces mounting time

With its innovative new cover strip for profiled guide rails, Schaeffler's linear technology specialists will present a very simple and practical mounting option: the ADE steel cover strip is slid into a fitted groove in the guide rail and fixed in place using a screw. Mounting times are therefore reduced by up to 90 per cent compared with previous options. This means that, in the mechanical engineering sector, cycle times in the assembly of multi-axis linear systems can be drastically reduced.

8th May 2019

Lubrication-free ball transfer units with up to 500N capacity

igus is introducing advanced polymer ball transfer units for use on ball tables to ensure five times more load-bearing capacity. These conveyor tables transport delicate or heavy goods in multiple directions. Made of the high-performance plastic xirodur B180, the ball transfer units can support loads of up to 500N. Stainless steel balls inside the roller allow smooth running.

8th May 2019

New all-in-one controller and multi-touch HMI from B&R

B&R's new Power Panel C50 provides the combined advantages of a powerful controller and a modern projected capacitive touch screen in a single HMI device. The Power Panel is equipped with a dedicated processor for the HMI application, and is therefore excellent for mapp View HMI applications. It can be used at temperatures ranging from -20degC to +60degC and does not require a fan.

7th May 2019

Schaffner's new generation of modular active harmonic filters

Schaffner is launching the sync module for ecosine active sync series, using state of the art technology to reliably mitigate excessive harmonics with an evolutionary smart modular product concept with advanced control options. The SYNC300A sync module offers flexibility of installation, scalability of mitigation current and the filter's capability, smart load management and efficiency, redundancy, reliability and connectivity.

7th May 2019

Advanced Shielding Technology for secure, reliable connections

The new Advanced Shielding Technology from Phoenix Contact ensures a secure and reliable shielded connection.

7th May 2019

Intelligent storage and order picking for small parts

With their patented intelligent Box Mover Technology, the new EffiMat systems from RARUK Automation present an attractive new concept for optimised small parts storage and order picking. This technology is now available to UK manufacturers thanks to RARUK Automation's appointment as a value-added distributor for EffiMat and it promises benefits in terms of speed, accuracy of pick, flexibility and space-saving.

7th May 2019

DAQ module benefits from CAN FD for increased bandwidth

HBM is expanding its range of data acquisition modules by launching the new MX471C module with CAN FD (CAN with flexible data-rate) protocol. The module is part of the industry standard's QuantumX family, providing engineers with universal and flexible options for integrating data acquisition systems into CANbus networks.

2nd May 2019