Industrial Technology

Process wiring â€“ the benefit of being well connected

At first glance hard-wiring appears to be the obvious choice for industrial connections, until you take a closer look. Hard-wiring in industrial applications can be summarised as any termination involving a bare wire during installation. With a multitude of on-site connections to make, the potential for faults has always been high on hard-wired systems. Conversely, quick-disconnect wiring utilises cables and cordsets terminated with a multi-pin plug or socket.

27th July 2017

Robust metal docking frame for easy connections

The Harting Han-Modular Docking Frame Metal is a new robust connector solution for speeding the installation of systems that have to be mated “blind” or coupled automatically – in switch cabinet drawers, for example.

27th July 2017

New generation of low-noise energy chains from Igus for extreme dynamics

For applications where an extremely low-noise energy chain, with very high dynamics or very low abrasion, is required, Igus has developed the E6.1 series. Suitable for applications with speeds of up to 20 m/s, these chains are now available in new sizes with larger inner heights of up to 62mm.

20th July 2017

CC-Link IE acquires further Chinese national standards

The CC-Link Partner Association (CLPA) has further strengthened its position in the Asian market with the announcement of an additional GB/T Chinese national standard. GB/T 33537.1 ?.3-2017 is related to industrial communications networks and establishes CC-Link IE as a recommended standard in the Chinese market. This means that companies adopting the use of CC-Link IE in their machines and systems could gain a significant competitive advantage in this vital market.

20th July 2017

SKF launches innovative maintenance service packages

SKF has taken another leading position within its sector by creating two new and innovative service packages that address the rapidly changing needs of customers facing skills shortages, the challenges of global competition and market volatility, and the need to implement new manufacturing paradigms such as Industry 4.0.

19th July 2017

RS adds robust and high-specification industrial micro-miniature connectors

RS Components has announced availability of a new range of micro-miniature industrial connectors manufactured by Norcomp, which are a cost-effective and highly capable alternative to the use of military- and aerospace-rated micro-D connectors.

18th July 2017

Rittal joins the Open19 Foundation

Over three per cent of global electricity output is currently expended on data centers – one of the fastest-growing consumers of power today. This development is being countered by the recently founded Open19 Foundation with a new concept: standardized, modular IT infrastructures ensure higher efficiency, reduced costs, and greater flexibility in the data center. Rittal is now a member of the foundation to push the innovative approach forward together with other representatives.

7th July 2017

Elesa "V0" certified quarter-turn latches, locks and bridge handles

“V0” certification to UL-94 V is an increasingly common requirement for equipment in the electrical sector – so Elesa are delighted to offer yet more quarter-turn latch hardware and bridge/pull handles in their AE-V0 series.

6th July 2017

Lenze teams up with ei3 for secure data handling in the cloud

Machine and systems engineers using automation technology from Lenze can now create online data services very easily. Lenze has joined forces with the IoT specialist ei3 Corporation to offer a combination of remote analysis of machine performance and also remote predictive maintenance. It is available as an unbranded product without visible evidence of the ei3 brand so only the name and logo of the machine manufacturer is visible.

28th June 2017

Spelsberg"s next day custom enclosure samples keep projects on schedule

The popularity of Spelsberg UK’s unique next day sample service is continuing to grow, 12 months after it was launched. By delivering samples for custom enclosure designs with a 24 hour turnaround, customers are able to compress their project times while also helping ensure optimum designs. Chris Lloyd, Managing Director, explains how Spelsberg is achieving such a fast turnaround:

28th June 2017