Industrial Technology

Rittal's latest RPE design software

Rittal have launched a major upgrade to their RPE design software, complemented by the IEC 61439 guide book, which covers aspects of the standard that effect all control panels.

22nd May 2014

Light e-chain solution for large hoses and cables

The new E4.1 light e-chain from energy chain specialist igus meets the engineers and designers' need for a strong but light e-chain. It combines the benefits of the E4.1 series' ruggedness and the E2/000 system's easy accessibility. When used with "extender" crossbars, this e-chain has even more potential for carrying larger hoses.

14th May 2014

Han Hood Link speeds cable-to-cable connection

HARTING has expanded its Han B industrial connector product portfolio with the addition of Han Hood Link: a new locking system that speeds cable-to-cable connection by allowing the connection of two standard HARTING 16B hoods while simultaneously achieving an IP 65 degree of protection.

14th May 2014

Pluggable feed-through housing eases cable installation in industrial environments

HARTING has introduced a robust pluggable feed-through connector housing to its Han-Yellock connector family that eases the laying of cable through different rooms in industrial environments. The new panel feed-through not only facilitates handling, but also offers considerable robustness along with an IP 67 degree of protection in the plugged-in condition.

14th May 2014

E2 micro e-chains are small, light and even stronger

E2 micro e-chains have been carefully developed by plastics expert, igus, to be the smallest, lightest and most stable of the e-chain range. Available in seven widths, these e-chains feature improved strength and, with small inner heights and bending radii, are ideal for a wide range of applications horizontal, sideways, vertical and rotating applications anywhere where space is critical.

14th May 2014

Highly sensitive and really tough

With the MP 20.2, Murrplastik Systemtechnik supplements its Multi-Line family of cable drag chains with a one-piece, robust and inexpensive version for use on small and fast handling and assembly robots.

14th May 2014

Latest energy chains and bearings solutions at ABTT 2014

Leading polymer specialist igus UK will be exhibiting its innovative range of cable management systems, flexible cables and bearings solutions for the theatre industry at the ABTT Show in London. Visitors to the igus stand will also see live demonstrations of its solutions as well as meet industry experts.

13th May 2014

LabVIEW software now fully compatible with LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3

National Instruments has added the capability to use LabVIEW system design software to program the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robotics platform. The LabVIEW Module for LEGO MINDSTORMS, a free download, is available for education and retail. The software helps students, engineers and hobbyists alike create programs that communicate with and control the EV3 brick with LabVIEW. Because LabVIEW has connectivity with thousands of sensors, devices and systems, users of all experience levels can quickly design complex and powerful robotics projects, which makes this platform ideal for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education.

7th May 2014

RS Components wins 'Environment Product/Service Award'

RS Components has won the 'Environment Product/Service Award' at the Environment and Energy Awards 2014. The award was presented for its development of a new LED product, innovative business model and service that encourages the purchase of energy-efficient lighting whilst also eradicating all waste at the end of the product's life.

28th April 2014

Phenomenal response to Fibox ARCA at the Hannover Messe

Fibox used the recent Hannover Messe to unveil the new ARCA range of glass reinforced polycarbonate cabinets, and described the response from the visitors to the stand as phenomenal.

28th April 2014