Industrial Technology

New range of powerful and small magnetic catches

Back in the eighties the first neodymium magnets were devised by companies in Japan and America. They are enormously strong compared to ferrite magnets and have found themselves at the heart of many aspects of modern technology, from hard drives to hybrid and electric cars.

22nd February 2019

Strong, small ABS enclosures with lids

Following the recent announcement of the expansion of its business, BCL Distribution, the specialist UK manufacturer of standard and custom plastic enclosures, has expanded its

22nd February 2019

Enclosures for the Internet of Things

The new 1551V miniature ventilated sensor enclosures from Hammond Electronics are designed to house sensors and small sub-systems installed in the manufacturing environment as part of IoT systems.

22nd February 2019

Smart controller for Industry 4.0

Brainboxes has launched a smarter way to know what’s happening on your production line. Sense, sort and send your machine data to minimise downtime, speed up response time and maximise profits.

22nd February 2019

Is 100Mbit Industrial Ethernet sufficient for Industry 4.0?

As we embark on the journey to Industry 4.0, it is becoming apparent that industry’s reluctance to move beyond 100Mbit Ethernet technology is a very real limiting factor. John Browett of CLPA argues that the transition to gigabit Ethernet networking technologies has to start now.

22nd February 2019

Introducing the "digital toolbox" approach to digitalisation

The rate at which manufacturers move forward with their digitalisation strategies will depend on many factors, principally the investment involved and the predisposition of staff to change their working practices. Victoria Van Camp of SKF suggests that a more selective approach, as opposed to embracing an all-encompassing digital enterprise model, is a tactic worth considering.

22nd February 2019

Hammond"s Rack Mount Unit family extended with extra sizes

Hammond Electronics has introduced 4U high versions and added extended 559mm depths to all heights of its RM family of 1U - 4U 19 inch rack mounting and desktop enclosures. 1U to 3U half-width versions are also available. The all-aluminium construction consists of a heavy-duty extruded frame with removable vented or plain top and bottom covers. 19 inch units are supplied with rack mounting angles; both 19 inch and half width variants come complete with self-adhesive rubber feet for when the enclosure is to be used as a desktop unit.

29th January 2019

TDK-Lambda acquires Nextys

TDK-Lambda acquired Nextys, which designs and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of DIN rail power supplies and accessories, which complement TDK-Lambda’s product portfolio. Through the acquisition TDK-Lambda will strengthen its market position in the fast growing DIN rail power supply business.

25th January 2019