Matthieu Bouat, Application Engineer at Portescap, explores why brushless DC (BLDC) miniature motors are the correct selection for a range of ventilator designs.

WEG has announced a further expansion in Scandinavia with the opening of a new office in Bergen, Norway. As part of the existing WEG Scandinavia branch, the Norway office will establish a greater presence in the region, aligning with WEG's vision for long-term growth and development in Scandinavia.

Schaeffler recognised 23 suppliers for outstanding performance with the Schaeffler Supplier Award at this year’s Supplier Day in Herzogenaurach. In front of 450 guests, Georg FW Schaeffler, family shareholder and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Schaeffler, and Klaus Rosenfeld, Chief Executive Officer of Schaeffler, presented the awards in the five categories of Innovation, Sustainability, Value, Quality, and Supply Chain.

Molex has released a report that explores the ever-increasing role of ruggedized, miniaturised interconnect solutions in unlocking new possibilities for electronic device innovation across a growing swath of industries. The report, entitled 'Breaking Boundaries: Uniting Ruggedisation and Miniaturisation in Connector Design', looks at the trends, trade-offs and enabling technologies that remove roadblocks while helping shape the future of electronics.

Megger has announced its acquisition of Diagnostic Solutions (Diagsol) - a UK-based company with over 25 years specialising in the vibration monitoring and analysis of rotating machines within the predictive maintenance sector.

Dean Falconer has joined Alwayse Engineering as the company's new Head of Global Partnerships. Having started his career as an apprentice with Rolls-Royce before qualifying as a mechanical engineer, Dean also brings with him 17 years of experience in sales at companies including Gould Alloys (part of AMA Metals Group), Trelleborg Sealing Solutions and Integrated Polymer Solutions.

Mouser Electronics has been named 2023 E-Catalog Distributor of the Year by Omron Electronic Components. This is the fourth consecutive year that Mouser has been named the digital award winner.

Rotor Clip announces the launch of its new multilingual website, designed to cater to a diverse and global audience. The comprehensive technical translations are now available in German and French, marking a strategic initiative to enhance the user experience and accessibility for customers worldwide.

Rather than waiting until the damage is done, a large manufacturer of heat exchangers in the Czech Republic specified the use of Belzona to enhance the durability and performance of their newly manufactured equipment. The customer reached out to Belzona Authorised Distributor, Stroj Consult Litvinov for a solution.

Farnell has added stock of new products from Phoenix Contact, some of which feature Push-X technology which enables tool-free wiring of both rigid and flexible conductors; TRIO power supplies with integrated circuit breakers; and STEP power supplies for use via USB with Raspberry Pi and smart home devices.