Industrial Technology

Germicidal LEDs with a focused beam for high intensity

The UVC-LED S6060TL from Bolb is highly efficient in the disinfection of water, air, and surfaces. The narrow beam angle of only 33° guarantees a high intensity of UVC radiation. This allows a shorter irradiation time and thus also more efficiency in disinfection.

21st January 2022

Optimising manufacturing processes for the automotive battery industry

The adoption of electric vehicles across the world is increasing rapidly and this demand needs to be matched by the supply of batteries. As new processing plants and manufacturing facilities are constructed, it is important that they employ the latest in pumping technology to ensure optimum reliability and efficiency.

21st January 2022

Swivel pad indexing levers enable flexible and mark-free clamping

A new range of indexing levers designed to clamp in restricted spaces without marking the workpiece or equipment is now available. Leeds-based standard parts and components supplier, WDS Components, has released a range of T and L shaped levers with a choice of ball ends or soft pads, giving flexibility and ease of clamping. The indexing levers are a useful clamping mechanism when a complete 360° locking rotation cannot be achieved.

21st January 2022

Upgrading automation devices with TSN connectivity

Businesses driving their digital transformation journeys are demanding access to all data in their manufacturing systems. This requires the combination of IT and OT networks, selecting Ethernet as a backbone, and enabling automation devices with Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) communications. Product vendors who address this can leverage their existing solutions to quickly provide next-level capabilities. Knowing how to start, how to support TSN based industrial Ethernet protocols and how to leverage a corresponding development ecosystem, is key to ensuring success.

20th January 2022

Advances in additive manufacturing materials reduce repair times and extend turbine service life

Rotating equipment, such as gas or steam turbines and compressors play an important role in modern industry. The operators’ investment is usually recovered by long and reliable operation, but in some cases, due to their long service lives, the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) may no longer offer the necessary support. Continuous advancements in maintenance engineering mean that today, specialist solutions can quickly deliver reverse engineered, precision parts that benefit from modern materials and improved reliability.

20th January 2022

Flush mounting locks from FDB for panels and doors

Flush mounting locks are often used for cupboard access or passenger doors on rail carriages, coaches and ferries/cruise ships because of their discrete appearance without protrusions which enhances safety. These features allow door panels to be left smooth in narrow corridors or other small spaces such as walk-in storage rooms.

20th January 2022

Stromag launches SHPU range of hydraulic power units

Stromag has launched its all-new range of SHPU hydraulic power packs, which are suitable for use with Stromag hydraulic brakes and clutches. Replacing all previous hydraulic power unit (HPU) models, the new range offers customers simplified specification, increased modularity and excellent performance rolled into a compact package.

20th January 2022

More cable carrier installation space for higher requirements

With the UA1995, Kabelschlepp Metool presents an all-rounder with added installation space. This means that the cable carrier is ready for any requirements in machine manufacturing, machine tool manufacturing and for gantries and axes. A variety of different opening options ensure easy operation.

20th January 2022

Albalux FM white light module from Laser Components

Fibre-guided Luminous Flux with over 150 Lumens with a fibre-guided continuous-wave luminous flux of over 150 lumens, the Albalux FM white light laser module allows precise, high-contrast illumination even in areas that are difficult to access. This opens up new possibilities in endoscopy, surgical headlamps, and 3D image processing. In addition to brightness, its precise beam guidance and sharp beam edges are also impressive.

19th January 2022

Pickering Electronics extends stand-off voltage for high voltage reed relays

Pickering Electronics has increased the stand-off voltage values for its prevalent small-size Series 104 high voltage reed relays for up to 4kV. For the newly introduced versions this means a 1000VDC stand-off voltage improvement on the previous Series 104 product offering.

19th January 2022