Machine Building

New high-capacity mobile industrial robot with 1000kg payload

The new addition to the RARUK Automation MiR range is the autonomous, mobile industrial robot that warehouses and factories have been waiting for. The MiR 1000 extends the payload capacity of the fleet to 1000kg, making it highly suitable for transporting heavier pallets. It provides even greater scope for companies to optimise their internal transportation of heavy loads and pallets and enables employees to focus on higher-value activities.

17th April 2019

New frequency inverter from NORD: versatile, networked, powerful

With the NORDAC PRO SK 500P, Nord Drivesystems has launched a state-of-the-art control cabinet inverter with the most recent component technology and excellent levels of functionality, connectivity and modularity. The inverters have an impressive number of interfaces for communication and field buses, innovative features as well as a number of extension possibilities, so that they can be easily integrated into all automation architectures.

17th April 2019

Standard plastic spur gears now available from Norelem

Norelem is launching a range of plastic spur gears, for a cost-effective and highly efficient addition to the toolkits of design engineers.

16th April 2019

Mitsubishi's new 7-inch HMI is designed for extreme environments

HMIs have been widely used to facilitate operator control within the factory environment for many years now; however, the growing application of automation outside the factory means that HMIs are expected to operate in much harsher, more demanding applications than standard products are used to. To address these needs Mitsubishi Electric has added a new ruggedized variant to their already comprehensive HMI product range.

16th April 2019

ABB launches ACS6080 drive for high-performance motor control

ABB has expanded its all-compatible drives offering to include the ACS6080 medium voltage (MV) drive for critical applications. The new drive introduces a breakthrough control technology, developed by ABB, that brings high-performance motor control to demanding processes used in industries such as mining, metals and marine. The drive also enables plants to operate more efficiently and produce higher quality output.

15th April 2019

Threaded and helical inserts available ex-stock from UK supplier

Challenge Europe is promoting its ex-stock standard range of metric and imperial threaded inserts for use in the manufacturing and installation industries, which provide a robust thread in moulded/fabricated plastic components where the softness of the substrate precludes a tapped thread.

15th April 2019

Sensor enclosures ensure free flow of air

BCL Enclosures is launching its range of BCS Series sensor enclosures that are designed to keep air flowing around sensitive electronics, including thermostats, sensor probes, temperature, gas and humidity sensing applications.

15th April 2019

High-precision satellite roller screws from a UK source

Rollvis satellite roller screws are manufactured in temperature-controlled facilities using the latest manufacturing techniques. These high-precision linear devices accurately transform rotary movement into linear motion.

15th April 2019

Reduce the time required for HMI interface development

The Movicon.NExT Project Builder provides a useful environment to develop the HMI aspect of a project alongside the control / PLC based core automation functionality. This saves time and adds convenience for system integrators and machine builders alike.

12th April 2019

Clamp system for easy mounting of sensors and other equipment

Elesa is promoting its clamp system for easy mounting of sensors and other equipment. Whether positioning a sensor or a visual inspection system, a microswitch or an actuator, Elesa clamps, tubes, rods and gears offer quick, robust solutions to problems of controlling machine processes. Typically, they find application worldwide in the packaging, food processing and textile machinery industries where they have proven their worth for many years with new elements being regularly added for more specialist installations.

12th April 2019