Industrial Technology

It has to be steel for many cable carrier applications

For cable management in extreme conditions, properties such as strength, temperature resistance, hardness, impact strength and corrosion characteristics are invaluable. In such applications, explain the experts at Kabelschlepp Metool, there is often simply no alternative to steel.

3rd November 2021

High-quality slam latches on ex-stock delivery from FDB Panel Fittings

FDB says its online store is proving an excellent resource for those needing a single point of contact for many different latch configurations such as slam latches. Slam latch variants from sales partners including Dirak and others are listed with sliding door latches, push-button types, sliding latches, refrigeration style and a stainless steel flush T handle.

3rd November 2021

The types of hinges and where to use them

Choosing the appropriate hinge is an important step in the design process of many product applications. Though it seems simple enough, there are a number of factors that must be considered when deciding which type of hinge to use in an application, as Stewart Beck, global product manager at Southco, explains.

3rd November 2021

Stainless steel enclosures are IP66-rated for safe wash-down

BCL Enclosures’ new BEDSS stainless steel series of lockable, solid door enclosures are specially designed to provide high-quality, secure, cost-effective protection for specialist and demanding electronic and electrical installations.

3rd November 2021

Enclosures specified to protect the UK"s machines

The choices made in selecting enclosures for industrial applications can have a significant effect on the performance and reliability of equipment. Chris Lloyd, managing director of Spelsberg UK, explains the key requirements OEMs need to consider when choosing their enclosure manufacturer.

3rd November 2021

Stainless steel enclosures round off Ex e portfolio from Pepperl and Fuchs

Pepperl and Fuchs has now reinforced its position as a supplier of Ex-equipment with the introduction of the SR series. The new stainless steel enclosure series joins the GR series, made of glass fibre-reinforced plastic, and rounds off a portfolio of highly flexible and cost-effective control and distribution solutions in type of protection Ex e (Increased Safety).

3rd November 2021

Trumpf "Innovation Days" focus on Blechexpo highlights

Trumpf is holding virtual Innovation Days on 9 and 10 November 2021 during which technology experts will present highlights of the latest TRUMPF developments from BlechExpo 21, Europe’s premier showcase for sheet metalworking technology. As well the live talks there will be question and answer sessions for in-depth professional exchange.

2nd November 2021

Zytronic brings transparent power delivery capability to its portfolio

Zytronic has introduced a method of delivering power through glass invisibly. Called ElectroglaZ, Zytronic says this patent-pending technology opens up new opportunities for low power devices and applications without using wires.

2nd November 2021

Ingenious locking technology for cabinets and enclosures

For specialist panel builders and installers, the new main catalogue from Emka covers its broad program of ingenious locking technology hardware for industrial cabinets and enclosures. It is available online and as hardcopy and gives an overview of the Emka standard locks, handles, hinges, gaskets and swinghandles.

1st November 2021

OKW"s elegant SLIM-CASE for mobile OEM electronics

OKW has launched innovative and elegant new SLIM-CASE for the latest generation of handheld touchscreen and wireless data transfer devices. The company says the ergonomic SLIM-CASE (IP 54/65) is ideal for measuring and control, wireless communications, IoT/IIoT, healthcare, laboratories, offices, safety engineering and environmental technology.

1st November 2021