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Flexible power, signal or Ethernet connections in tight spaces

Flexible power, signal or Ethernet connections in tight spaces

Harting’s Han 1A connector is designed for power, signal or data transmission via a single compact design format housing. The range comes with angled or straight bulkhead mounting, as well as a panel surface mounted fixing frame for cable-to-cable mating – all achieved through its snap-in latch/lever locking mated plastic IP20/IP65 housings.

24th November 2021
Industrial footswitch with pressure activated override and manual release offers increased safety

Industrial footswitch with pressure activated override and manual release offers increased safety

Herga Technology’s 6256 series heavy-duty footswitch range is aimed at manual control tasks on industrial machinery where durability and consistent reliability are essential. The modular footswitch is available in single- or multi-pedal versions where a comprehensive selection of electrical power and switching options and a broad range of accessories ensure maximum working flexibility.

24th November 2021
Kontron adds managed 8-port TSN switches to its industrial Ethernet solutions

Kontron adds managed 8-port TSN switches to its industrial Ethernet solutions

Kontron is expanding its industrial switch product line with high-performance and cost-effective TSN switches. The different versions of the KSwitch D10 MMT will be available in early Q1/2022 and offer both RJ45 and SFP fibre interfaces up to 2.5 Gb/s with full TSN feature-set and management.

24th November 2021
Spring plungers – simple components with endless applications

Spring plungers – simple components with endless applications

From locking, to locating and indexing, positioning and clamping, to securing, ejecting, notching and dampening, a spring plunger is a vital component in the design engineer’s toolbox.

23rd November 2021
How to specify a motion solution for a wheeled robot

How to specify a motion solution for a wheeled robot

For applications that require speed and efficiency of movement, wheeled robots can be advantageous compared to legged robots. Their simpler design can also mean lower cost and reduced maintenance. To achieve these benefits, the motion system that powers a wheeled robot must be carefully specified according to the application requirements and environment, taking into account durability, efficiency, and noise.

23rd November 2021
Disc couplings for test, measurement and inspection systems

Disc couplings for test, measurement and inspection systems

Ruland disc couplings are zero-backlash, have high torque and torsional stiffness, and can accommodate all forms of misalignment, making them well suited to the requirements of test, measurement and inspection systems. Single and double disc styles are available, allowing the designer to tailor coupling performance to application requirements.

23rd November 2021
Signaling devices increase levels of ambient light for more visible indication of status

Signaling devices increase levels of ambient light for more visible indication of status

Pfannenberg says its new BR50 Series Stacklight is the brightest stacklight available, outshining previous Pfannenberg LEDs by 10,000 percent. The new BR50 Series Stacklight features an online configuration tool that make it easier to design a simple stack light and provide a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) and the resulting bill of materials.

23rd November 2021
Sick releases all-in-one muting sets for its deTem4 active/passive light curtains

Sick releases all-in-one muting sets for its deTem4 active/passive light curtains

Sick has released ‘all-in-one’, plug-and-play muting systems for its deTem4 Active/Passive range of safety light curtains, providing a fast-track to improved productivity for safe entry/exit applications.

23rd November 2021
Igus rotary table bearings adjust quickly and precisely

Igus rotary table bearings adjust quickly and precisely

With a new locking mechanism, Igus has added more functions to its lubrication- and maintenance-free slewing ring bearings in the PRT-04 series for tight installation spaces. This saves time in adjusting, for example, assembly tables, jigs, fixtures and control panels.

23rd November 2021
Greater efficiency in the manufacture of cardiovascular products

Greater efficiency in the manufacture of cardiovascular products

Aerotech has a steadily growing portfolio of motion control and positioning systems for the medical industry, including laser welding and stent cutting solutions as well as matching motion systems and components that can increase throughput while maintaining maximum precision. Over the years, Aerotech has become one of the main suppliers of motion control systems for the manufacture of interventional cardiovascular devices, such as implants.

23rd November 2021
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