Machine Building

Schaffner launches smallest three-phase book-style EMC filter

Schaffner is introducing the new FN 3287 and FN 3288 series filters designed for motor drives, power drive systems and many other power converter applications. These innovative filters are not only optimised to best serve the requirements of machine tool and machinery equipment but will find wider application areas. Small is not just beautiful, but also very powerful.

23rd November 2018

Polyurethane-wheeled castors have maintenance-free ball bearings

Elesa is promoting its polyurethane-wheeled castors. Continuously moving loads will benefit from these soft polyurethane wheeled castors as their 75 Shore A moulded-on wheels coupled to ball bearing hubs give exceptionally smooth rollability coupled with excellent manoeuvrability and zero maintenance.

23rd November 2018

Control and manage your automation system via Ethernet

The FL Network Manager network management software from Phoenix Contact in its new version 2.0 comes with new, useful functions. In addition to the already familiar features such as network scan, IP address assignment and multiple firmware update, the software now also supports a multi-device configuration that allows for configuring multiple devices at the same time with just a few clicks.

23rd November 2018

Compact T-distributors for simple, quick power connections

Phoenix Contact's QPD installation system enables you to connect cables quickly and easily. The new four-position T-distributors for cables up to 2.5mm ² allow a flexible branch line to be created for consumers in the power distribution system. The T-distributors are reliable thanks to robust housings with IP66, IP 69 (2m, 24h) and IP69K degrees of protection. The electronics are thoroughly protected as the housings do not need to be opened, even when connecting the power supply.

23rd November 2018

New stainless steel quarter-turn catch from EMKA

EMKA's new Program 1000 stainless steel quarter-turn latch uses an externally mounted C shaped catch and insert type spanner lock in conformity with RIC for Railway use outside the sealing gasket on enclosures and cabinets. By mounting outside the cabinet frame and outside the gasketing area, panel builders may be confident that the lock installation ensures integrity of the housing as the sealed area is not compromised in any way.

23rd November 2018

Pilz launches PSENscan safety laser scanner

Pilz is launching the PSENscan safety laser scanner that safely monitors up to three separate zones simultaneously, offering the potential to increase plant productivity significantly. Up to four safety laser scanners can be connected in series in a master-slave arrangement, which reduces the cabling and set-up work considerably. Thanks to the freely configurable warning zones and protection zones, plus the ability to adapt to existing structural conditions, the PSENscan scanner is easily integrated within many different types of application.

22nd November 2018

DesignSpark Mechanical 3D CAD design software Version 4

RS Components is unveiling a new version of DesignSpark Mechanical, the free-for-download 3D CAD modelling tool. Now available in Version 4.0 - the first update of the tool for three years - offers new functionality and a more intelligent design engine, as well as delivering faster overall performance.

22nd November 2018

Gasket sealant now available as a roller pen

Loctite 518 gasket sealant just gets better and better. First introduced to overcome the problems associated with conventional pre-cut compression gaskets, this product has been continuously developed to increase its scope of application.

22nd November 2018

Easy-to-use protocol conversion and data acquisition devices

Red Lion Controls is releasing the DA10D and DA30D protocol converter and data acquisition devices. Unlike other gateways or protocol converters that rely on complicated scripting or additional server hardware to connect to enterprise systems, the DA10D and DA30D offer powerful connectivity options in a simple-to-use configuration environment, enabling companies to quickly unlock valuable data in orphaned or legacy equipment and cost-effectively connect, monitor and manage their systems with ease.