Machine Building

New fanless motion control system for smart machine automation

IBASE Technology is launching the MAI602-M4D80 motion control system for applications such as automated optical inspection, semiconductor wafer handling, packaging and material handling systems.

25th September 2018

New 4- and 6-channel LXI microwave multiplexers from Pickering

Pickering Interfaces is launching new four- and six-channel LXI 50 ohm microwave multiplexers in compact 1U and 2U rack-mount form factors. The 60-801/60-802 high-performance microwave switches feature excellent RF characteristics and repeatability to within 0.01dB.

25th September 2018

IP65/67 Compression Latch - now available in black

The standard Dirak compression latch from FDB Panel Fittings is now also available in black to pair with black hinges and other enclosure hardware. The black finish with white insert markings offers a particularly clear indication of the latch position.

25th September 2018

Pro-active maintenance of industrial robots uses AI

Mitsubishi Electric has developed a cloud-based product for pro-active maintenance based on the AI platform within IBM Watson, which enables the smart analysis of operational data to predict and highlight future maintenance requirements.

25th September 2018

Laser marker suits industrial applications

The Topmark NEO laser marker from Phoenix Contact redefines laser marking: with compact dimensions and easy operation via the integrated colour touch display, it creates particularly robust and high-quality industrial markings.

24th September 2018

Desktop vacuum former for cost-effective rapid production

RS Components is introducing an innovative, easy-to-use desktop vacuum former from London-based start-up Mayku. The Mayku FormBox works with any vacuum cleaner to mould objects in minutes, with no software or digital model manipulation required.

24th September 2018

Compact cylindrical optical sensor housed in M12 body

With the 412B series in metal housing, Leuze electronic presents a slim, cylindrical M12 sensor design that is especially well suited for use in tight installation spaces, as occur in, for example, material handling or in packaging machines.

24th September 2018

Electronic motor controllers for Rittal's RiLine compact busbar

A new electronic motor controller is now available for Rittal's RiLine Compact busbar system. All it takes is a matter of seconds for the controller to simply clip the controller onto the busbar. Its easy wiring means installation costs are lower than those for traditional electro-mechanical devices.

24th September 2018

New stainless steel PSENmag magnetic safety switches from Pilz

Pilz is launching stainless steel non-contact magnetic safety switches as the latest addition to its PSENmag range. The new switches reliably monitor safety gates and positions in harsh industrial environments at temperatures of up to 120degC and instil confidence with their long service life. The robust stainless steel housing withstands extreme temperatures, impacts and vibration.

24th September 2018

Next-generation precision power analyzer is future-proof

Yokogawa is launching the WT5000 precision power analyser, the first of a new generation of instruments that offers exceptional measurement accuracy of +/-0.03 per cent combined with stability, noise immunity and plug-in modular flexibility to meet the measurement needs of today's developers of energy-efficient systems. Furthermore, the modular design and the fact that the firmware can be upgraded by users means the WT5000 is future-proof, and the instrument should be considered as an extensible power measurement platform rather than a conventional power analyser.