Industrial Technology

Rittal launches slotted cover plate for electrical distribution systems

Rittal has announced the launch of a new cover plate for shielding live components within electrical distribution systems.

13th January 2017

Rittal LED light series now complete

Rittal has launched two new versions of its LED system lights, thus completing the range. Its series of specially designed lights now includes 600 and 400 lumens of light output (luminous flux), to add to the current 1200- and 900-lumen versions. This means that Rittal can now offer lighting solutions to suit all sizes of enclosure, from small housings right up to large systems.

10th January 2017

NAMUR and ODVA collaborate on the optimization of Industrial Ethernet for the process Industry

John Jackson reports on an EtherNet/IP proof-of-concept system planned for process automation lab at Industriepark Höchst.

12th December 2016

Bespoke cabling systems company grows with Spelsberg enclosures

An ISO assured manufacturer of quality wiring harnesses and cable assemblies attributes at least part of its on-going success to its relationship with electrical enclosure company Spelsberg UK.

28th November 2016

Ultraviolet considerations when specifying enclosures

Specifying electrical enclosures for use in outdoor installations requires consideration of the possible effects of ultraviolet light, which can slowly degrade some materials. Chris Lloyd of Spelsberg looks at the issues and suggests some guidelines for selection.

23rd November 2016

Eliminating thermal runaway within electrical enclosures

As engineers look to downsize panels and enclosures, the need for proper heat dissipation has become crucial to keep controls protected. The experts at Vortec offer some insights.

23rd November 2016

Comfort zone for hot converters

Over the last few years, Rittal’s LCP Rack Industry system has proved highly effective in its ability to cool power electronics in switchgear. Rittal has now developed a new generation of these air/water heat exchangers with numerous improvements and advantages, aimed at improving its performance for control and switchgear manufacturers, as well as users of the machinery and equipment.

23rd November 2016

Assemble junction boxes in seconds

Hylec-APL has announced its new Debox 2 SL in-line cable junction box which can be assembled in a few seconds, against several minutes for a traditional junction box. Debox 2 SL is supplied complete with all components needed to join flat or round profile cable, including a UL and VDE-approved 4-pole terminal block, to save electricians on-site installation time and reduce costs.

23rd November 2016

New DIN rail enclosures with integral terminal block

OKW has extended its Railtec C DIN rail enclosures range with a new CV version that features four integrated terminal blocks. New Railtec CV can be specified for a wide range of applications including automation, building technology, safety systems and HVAC – notably time controllers, sensors, relays, signal distributors and lighting controls. It can be snapped quickly and easily on to TH35 DIN rails or mounted directly to the wall. PCBs slide in on integrated vertical guide rails.

23rd November 2016

Counterbalance hinge offers advantages over gas springs for lifting heavy objects

Southco has launched a counterbalance hinge system designed for use in applications which involve repeated heavy lifting. The latest addition to its successful line of position control hinges, the CA counterbalance hinge design features an integrated spring system which enables heavy lids to be lifted and positioned with minimal operating effort. By reducing the level of exertion required, this grants end users full control over the range of motion of heavy objects such as industrial lids and panels.

23rd November 2016