Industrial Technology

Electrically conductive energy chains available within 24 hours

igus UK now has a range of ESD/ATEX energy chains which are available from stock within 24 hours, enabling designers to build machines more quickly and efficiently. There are approximately 280 ESD/ATEX chain versions readily available, including a selection of smaller 'zipper', medium E2/000, and heavy duty E4.1 and E4/light energy chains, which constantly discharge electrostatic build up in a controlled way.

31st October 2012

The power and the glory

The speed at which Power over Ethernet (PoE) has become a prevalent technology in many areas of industry is astonishing. And yet perhaps it is not surprising, since it allows users to finally benefit from ultimate flexibility for the installation of powered equipment. John Ward of GarrettCom Europe explains.

26th October 2012

Investigating distant galaxies with help from energy chain

A new instrument designed by engineers and scientists at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre (UKATC) has recently been shipped to the Atacama Desert of northern Chile for use in one of the European Southern Observatories Very Large Telescopes (VLT). The four telescopes when combined make one of the world's most advanced optical instruments that allows astronomers to see details of distant galaxies up to 25 times finer than with individual telescopes.

25th October 2012

RFI shielding and conductive coatings

RF Solutions, the specialist applicator of shielding materials for the protection of RFI, EMC and ESD, has produced a new brochure detailing its products, services and capabilities. The company has an extensive range of conductive materials for RFI shielding and coatings, all tested for their cohesion and adhesion properties and for their excellent shielding performance.

25th October 2012

Tapeswitch a turn on for CBBC studio at Media City

Tapeswitch has recently had another application of its products commissioned, this time an installation at the CBBC Studios at Media City in Manchester. TTS Interiors was commissioned to produce the reception area seating, which was to be fitted with special sound effects.

25th October 2012

RFID beats the heavy metal blues

Accurate tracking of high-value, costly items through a production or warehouse process is becoming an increasingly common requirement. Tim Stokes of SICK UK looks at what this means in practice.

25th October 2012

RFID for industrial applications

Choosing the proper RFID system for use in industrial applications can be a confusing task. Mark Sippel of Balluff guides us through the options and looks at which systems work best in given environments.

25th October 2012

Power over Ethernet is a powerful tool for industrial applications

Power over Ethernet (PoE) is a technology that allows devices to accept and transmit power through standard Ethernet cables. This allows the costs of investment and operation to be substantially reduced. Advantech's Industrial Automation Group provides industrial-grade PoE switches which have been adopted around the world.

25th October 2012

PoE switches for rail applications

To meet the growing demand for communication networks on-board railway rolling stock, Westermo has introduced two compact and rugged Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) switches that support video, LCDs and wireless LAN access points. The new devices further enhance Westermo's innovative IP Train concept, which delivers a complete Ethernet switch and routing solution to provide a robust network infrastructure for the creation of intelligent trains.

25th October 2012

Ethernet interfaces added to range

Harting has expanded its har-port family of service interfaces with RJ45 Ethernet versions complete with patch cables already fitted. As a result, users will no longer need a socket, as would be the case with versions incorporating an RJ45 coupler and separate patch cables.

25th October 2012