Industrial Technology

Custom chainflex cables available in just three weeks

Igus UK has introduced a new service chainflex CC, whereby custom cables are now available with a minimum length of 300m and are delivered within three weeks. As part of the service, Igus has also launched a new online configurator where customers can configure and order their individual desired cables within a few minutes. The chainflex CC service presents an affordable solution enabling electrical and design engineers to reduce time and improve the performance of their end product.

24th June 2013

Understanding the standards for explosion-proof enclosures

When specifying Ex d enclosures to house electrical apparatus for use in explosive atmospheres, engineers must ensure they fully understand the implications of modifying the enclosure as part of the certified equipment prior to and after installation, says Toni Ott of Cooper Crouse-Hinds.

24th June 2013

Smart applications at your fingertips

Crouzet has extended its range of programmable touch panels. Featuring a robust design, in compact sizes and with high brightness, high resolution, enhanced connectivity and intuitive programming, the HMIs offer many features that can help users to manage data more efficiently.

24th June 2013

Have confidence in your cooling

Rittal's complete range of cooling units have now been independently certified. Tests were performed in accordance with the current DIN EN 14511- 2 at the TÜV Nord's test centre for refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation technology in Essen, Germany. As well as clearly defining the test conditions for determining cooling output and energy efficiency, the standard also states that the specified cooling output may not be lower than the measured cooling output by more than 8%.

24th June 2013

Industrial connector hood offers flexible handling

A new hood whose geometry allows a wide range of cable sizes with flexible handling has been added to the Harting Han B industrial connector range.

21st June 2013

Rittal busbar cover sections

Safety is a major priority for the electrical engineer when looking at the design or maintenance of a power panels. Exposed busbars are a hazard to personnel and require insulating or protecting from in-direct contact.

17th June 2013

Rittal's new free-standing SE 8 enclosure

Rittal's new free-standing enclosure the SE 8 is a standardised system with features that can be assembled efficiently. Keeping the costs of engineering and handling in check, free-standing enclosures are used in many areas of industry and in building services management. Typical fields of application are compact machinery and equipment, whose power distribution and automation components can be accommodated in one single enclosure.

12th June 2013

Screw module added to modular connector range

A new Han E screw module has been added to the Harting Han-Modular series flexible open connector system, which allows users to assemble customised connector configurations to suit their applications.

7th June 2013

DataVU paperless recorders from West Control Solutions save time

West Control Solutions has released DataVU, a series of robust, easy-to-use paperless recorders. The DataVU series has been designed with flexibility in mind and can be integrated seamlessly within a wide range of applications that require precision data monitoring, such as food and beverage facilities and laboratories.

4th June 2013

New design options for har-flex connectors

Harting has introduced a number of new devices in its har-flex family of compact, versatile and rugged board-to-board and board-to-cable 1.27 mm pitch connectors.

3rd June 2013