Industrial Technology

Mini PLCs added to RS the range

RS Componnets has updated its mini-PLC range from Barth Elektronik, with three new mini PLCs, a new parameter programmer and a touchscreen display. The three new mini-PLCs are based on a 32-bit ARM Cortex processor, which offers a significant step change in performance. Programming is via the established miCon-L software, as well as allowing open source C-programming with the KEIL â•¡Vision software suite. All PLCs exhibit 10 I/O and a CAN interface that allows communication with external devices.

17th September 2017

Subcontractor makes perfect Formula 1 parts with hypermill

Previously working as an engineer in the F1 industry, it was the unsociable and unpredictable working routines that led Allan Carabine to set up his own machine shop in 2011, MK Precision. Working in the F1 sector taught the new business owner two valuable lessons; the first was to start with a 5-axis machining centre and the second was to implement leading CAM software to drive the machine.

17th September 2017

7th/6th Generation Intel Core Expandable Modular Fanless Box PC

IBASE, a global leader in the manufacture of embedded computing and IIoT solutions, announces its brand new AMS300 series expandable modular box PC. The AMS300 is a compact, yet expandable fanless system designed for industrial control and measurement processes in smart factory automation applications. It is powered by 7th/6th Gen Intel Core i7/i5/i3 processors and comes integrated with 8GB memory as well as 64GB of industrial-grade SSD storage.

17th September 2017

MSA Foams supports the Bloodhound SSC project

As a specialist in the design and manufacture of protective packaging solutions and with extensive experience and expertise in tool control, MSA Foams was given the opportunity to fit out the tool cabinets for the Bloodhound support team.

12th September 2017

CamdenBoss adds universal enclosures and more sizes for Takaichi range

CamdenBoss, the interconnection and enclosures specialist, has launched a new range of Takachi high quality flanged comms boxes featuring removable end panels and added more sizes to two other Takachi lines.

12th September 2017

Connectors suit harsh environments

Seamless connectivity will be the focus for Fischer Connectors at Northern Manufacturing & Electronics 2017. The firm provides push-pull connectors for a variety of industrial applications, including machine control systems, robotic technology, sensors and inspection.

12th September 2017

Rotatable connections from Lemo

At this year’s Northern Manufacturing & Electronics, Lemo (UK) will exhibit the high performance Anglissimo range of rotatable, right-angled connectors. This versatile range of push-pull connectors offers users the ability to configure cable exit angles during installation and therefore can minimise system costs with simplified assembly and a consolidation of the connector variants required.

12th September 2017

The future of the data-driven industrial revolution

Heiko Luckhaupt from RS Components looks at the short-, medium- and long-term outlook for data-capable industrial applications and what these new capabilities might deliver in terms of performance gains and transparency

6th September 2017

High-end chainflex series with alloy conductor and TPE outer jacket for bend radii of 4xd

For confined spaces, igus has introduced a new data cable series into its chainflex product range. The CF298 (unshielded) and the CF299 (shielded), which have a small bend radius down to 4xd (from 15 millimetres), are ideal for short, very fast moving applications, such as those found in pick-and-place machines.

4th August 2017

RS teams up with Crowdcube to help bring DesignSpark ideas to fruition

RS Components has announced that it is collaborating with Crowdcube, the leading UK-based online equity crowdfunding platform, to help members of its DesignSpark engineering community realise their product and business ideas.

3rd August 2017