Industrial Technology

IP52 AMRs offer increased ability withstand dust and fluids

Two new additions to the RARUK Automation MiR range of autonomous mobile robots are the first IP52 rated AMRs on the market, giving them increased ability to withstand dust particles and fluids. This allows them to be used in more challenging environments such as areas close to open, weather-exposed docking gates. Both AMRs – the MiR600 and MiR1350 – are also compliant with the highest safety standards, ISO3691-4. The company claims this attribute, combined with the new IP52 design, makes these models the safest, most stable, flexible and reliable AMRs currently available.

21st February 2022

Maxon datasheets explained in part 2 of video series

Each Maxon product is accompanied by a datasheet. The sheets give comprehensive information about voltage, nominal speed, current, torque, dimensions, thermal data, ball bearings and much more. In part 2 of this video series, Gaz Satkunathas, technical engineer at Maxon, explains why the datasheets are important and how to use the data for motor selection.

21st February 2022

Weld immune inductives improve performance and longevity

Contrinex’s weld-immune inductive proximity sensors incorporate three features that the company says enables them to offer the best performance and longevity, whilst being able to withstand high-intensity magnetic fields. The first is ‘chip-immunity’ which enables the sensor to continue to work reliably even when its front face has collected weld-spatter.

21st February 2022

Cartridge valve sets standards in terms of power density and performance

Parker Hannifin has introduced a 2-way servo proportional valve as part of its TFP series, pioneering a new generation of cartridge valves. With the company’s patented VCD actuator technology, the innovative design of sleeve and spool allows for previously unattainable flow and pressure drop values. The improved efficiency, compared to regular cartridge throttle valves, enables the use of smaller nominal sizes with the same output – and thus reduces the size requirements of the control manifold blocks.

21st February 2022

The e-spool flex mini guides cables safely and saves space

A compact, desktop energy supply system from Igus transmits power, data and media without interruption, and without a slip ring. It is 169mm high, 163mm long, 78mm deep and weighs only 200 grammes, making the e-spool flex mini from Igus one of the smallest and lightest cable and hose reels available. It carries energy, data and media in many different environments with no interruption, in factories, offices, laboratories and even dental practices.

21st February 2022

Practical guide answers the key questions on vibration monitoring

If you are an engineer involved in designing and specifying vibration monitoring systems then a new practical guide from the leading supplier of turbine supervisory and high integrity protection equipment could prove invaluable. This free to download guide covers all types of vibration monitoring along with the key questions to ask when designing or specifying a vibration monitoring system.

18th February 2022

Relec presents Mornsun’s LMF500-20Bxx series AC-DC converters

The LMF500-20Bxx series now available from Relec Electronics are compact, high-efficiency AC-DC converters certified to multiple standards. These high-density modules are said to be suitable for industrial applications, smart home and domestic appliances, telecommunications, street lighting and security systems.

18th February 2022

Fit for the future with Contrinex and IO-Link

Perhaps many of us can be guilty of thinking that inductive proximity and photoelectric sensors just give us an ‘On’ or ‘Off’, and don't think of the ‘digital-world’ also offered by the IO-Link communication protocol. Contrinex offers a huge range of IO-Link sensors across its inductive, photoelectric and RFID ranges. It provides consistent and simple configuration, with IO-Link and conventional switching outputs available in the same versatile sensor.

18th February 2022

Premium decoding technology in new compact barcode reader

Cognex Corporation introduces the DataMan 280 series of fixed-mount barcode readers, engineered to solve a broad range of ID applications, including tough 1D, 2D, and direct part mark (DPM) code applications in manufacturing and logistics.

18th February 2022

Schaeffler strengthens bearings business with products for e-mobility

Schaeffler has introduced two further product innovations designed specifically for electric vehicles: the TriFinity triple-row wheel bearing and the high-efficiency ball bearing with centrifugal disc.

18th February 2022