Machine Building

Compact DIN-rail power supplies from Foremost Electronics

Foremost Electronics is introducing the IDEC PS5R series of space-saving DIN-rail mounted switch mode power supplies offering 5V, 12V, and 24V outputs at up to 10A. The slim fitting enclosure sizes range from 22.5mm to 60mm with optional brackets for panel mounting. All models are CE marked, have UL and TUV safety approvals and are RoHS compliant.

21st November 2018

BOGE launches oil-free piston compressors rated at 0.75-5.5kW

BOGE is extending its PO range of Oil Free piston compressors. The new PO 1 L and PO 2 L are suitable for applications with fluctuating air demand. Well suited to highly skilled trade and industry where oil-free and intermittent delivery is required, the PO series now covers the full performance range from 0.75kW to 5.5kW.

21st November 2018

Multi-layer material for electrical resistance, thermal barrier

Now available through sole UK and European distributor Lohmann Technologies is Cirlex, an ultra-high performance material for electrical isolation, thermal barriers and a variety of other applications in the electrical, electronics and aerospace industries.

20th November 2018

Next-generation predictive maintenance tools from Mitsubishi

Mitsubishi Electric's cloud-based predictive maintenance offering is supported by the AI platform within IBM Watson and implemented with voice control and AR features. This innovation shows how interconnected, intelligent systems can maximise responsiveness, productivity and plant control while reducing costs and downtime.

19th November 2018

3D Systems launches two new metal 3D printers

At Formnext 2018, 3D Systems announced the DMP Flex 350 and DMP Factory 350 - the company's additions to its proven DMP metal 3D printing platform - designed for volume production of critical components for industrial applications such as aerospace, healthcare, and transportation. In addition, the company introduced a new aluminium alloy material - LaserForm AISiMg0.6(A) - designed to produce strong, lightweight, parts without the need for casting.

19th November 2018

Challenge Europe stocking Action Can industrial consumables

Challenge Europe serve is promoting its ex-stock range of the well-known Action Can industrial consumables including industrial lubricants, cleaning sprays, foams and many related aerosols such as copper grease, cutting fluids, car cleaner, anti-static spray, welders anti-splatter spray, brake and clutch cleaner, glass cleaner, chain lube (also food grade), freeze spray, electrical control cleaner, isopropyl alcohol cleaner, corrosion inhibitors, stainless steel cleaner and many more.

19th November 2018

AISI 316 stainless extension springs stocked by Lee Spring

A new range of passivated AISI 316 stainless steel extension springs is now available ex-stock from Lee Spring. These products are listed in the latest catalogue, number 25, which is the company's 100th anniversary edition and includes more than 2000 new items and over 25,000 stock products in total.

16th November 2018

BOGE launches 11kW model of EO oil-free compressor

BOGE Compressors is extending its EO range of scroll compressors. The new EO 11 produces oil-free compressed air in the 11kW performance segment and completely eliminates the risk of contamination. Ultra-quiet, the EO 11 is well suited to medical technology, pharmaceuticals and the food processing industry where cleanliness is paramount.

16th November 2018

Plug&Play Industrial IoT kit for machine condition monitoring

Bosch and Harting have pooled their expertise to develop the first Plug&Play IIoT kit for industrial applications with IP54 protection. It enables digital condition monitoring to be implemented on any type of machinery quickly and easily.

16th November 2018

New chainflex CAN bus cable for highly dynamic applications

igus is introducing a new CAN bus cable for highly dynamic energy chain applications, such as in machine tools and production equipment. The chainflex CFBUS cable is available with either a highly abrasion-resistant PVC (CFBUS.PVC.020) or oil-resistant PUR (CFBUS.PUR.020) outer jacket. Both cable options have EAC and CTP approvals, simplifying trade with the Russian market.

15th November 2018