Industrial Technology

Weg publishes infographic for purchasing considerations on gearbox technology

Gearbox, motor and drive manufacturer, WEG has published an infographic to help engineers understand gear technology. The infographic, which provides an introduction on the five popular gear types and offers application-specific considerations, ensures plant operators have the information they need before purchasing a gear unit. It can be viewed on the Weg website.

27th April 2021

Plastic PCB fuse holder with optional transparent insulation cover from Hylec

Hylec-APL, the specialist supplier of electrical components and enclosures, has launched a new 5mm x 20mm PCB fuse holder, the DFH02, for either PCB or thru-hole mounting. The DFH02 features a transparent insulation cover which provides protection for the fuse and makes installation and removal simple. This style of fuse holder is the most popular and best-selling type of fuse holder on the market.

27th April 2021

New frameless motor improves torque density and reduces cogging

Celera Motion has launched a new frameless motor that provides high torque density in a compact form factor, combined with smooth motion. The Omni+ motor series, distributed to the UK by Inmoco, improves thermal management with lower power dissipation and decreased temperature rise. The Omni+ Series is well suited for medical robotic joints and industrial applications that demand high power density in a compact footprint.

27th April 2021

Beckhoff hosts week-long virtual event sharing insight into drive technology

Automation technology expert Beckhoff Automation UK is hosting a week-long series of virtual events to inform mechanical and electrical engineers on the latest drive technologies. The event, taking place May 24–28, 2021, aims to share insights into the practical use of drive technologies, exploring specific topics ranging from control cabinet installation to drive axes commissioning and servicing. Registration for the live sessions is open now.

27th April 2021

Atam cable entry connectors now VDE approved

VDE (Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker) – the highest authority in regulations for electrical technologies – has certified Atam’s KA and KB cable entry connectors in compliance with the DIN EN 60529 (VDE 0470) standard. Atam has therefore become Italy’s first company to join a restricted club of European companies that have obtained this prestigious certification, thanks to the high quality and reliability of its products, which are globally used by major solenoid valve manufacturers.

26th April 2021

Smart Pallet Mover from Interroll provides performance boost for manufacturing logistics

It is not the performance of modern production machines but their material supply that promises the greatest potential for further productivity increases in industrial companies today. So says Interroll which, with the new Smart Pallet Mover (SPM), has launched a award winning solution that can be adapted as a flexible and modular pallet management system to meet a wide range of application requirements in industrial manufacturing.

25th April 2021

Fully EMC-shielded and highly robust outdoor housings can now be rear-mounted

The metal housings in the Han EMV and Han HPR series are now available in versions that enable contact inserts to be mounted from the rear, an option that simplifies the placement of interfaces on switch cabinet walls, increases the installation speed and lowers costs in the long term.

25th April 2021

Versatile safety magnetic sensors with long switching distance

Carlo Gavazzi has launched the latest family of MC88C safety magnetic sensors. Together with the MC36C magnetic actuator it can provide an effective monitoring and protection solution for safety gates; when connected to a safety module these sensors meet the requirements of PLe/Category 4 according to EN ISO 13849-1 for stopping or disconnecting dangerous machine movements.

25th April 2021

Sealed B0 IP67 Series enclosures from BCL hold PCBs vertically or horizontally

Protecting PCBs from the elements effectively is the task of the B0 Series of IP67 enclosures from UK manufacturer BCL Enclosures. Ensuring continued functioning of electronic circuit boards, these IP67-rated enclosures are made totally dust and particulate tight with a vacuum seal and can protect their contents against the effects of full immersion in up to 1 metre of water for as long as 30 minutes. There are multiple applications for the B0 Series, including in industrial and marine environments.

22nd April 2021

FP 70 smooth flow pump from KNF is low in pulsation and high in efficiency

KNF is bringing some much-needed calm to the world. By adding the FP 70 to its Smooth Flow liquid pump family, KNF is addressing the market need for pumps with lower pulsation. The new product combines the established strengths of KNF diaphragm pump technology – self priming and dry running ability, gentle and clean liquid transfer, excellent chemical and abrasion resistance – with the smooth flow normally associated with gear and centrifugal pump technologies. This unique combination makes the FP 70 a tempting all round package for customers in all markets, where reliable and gentle transfer of precious liquids is key.

22nd April 2021

Design Engineering

Weg publishes infographic for purchasing considerations on gearbox technology

Plastic PCB fuse holder with optional transparent insulation cover from Hylec

New frameless motor improves torque density and reduces cogging

Beckhoff hosts week-long virtual event sharing insight into drive technology

Atam cable entry connectors now VDE approved

Smart Pallet Mover from Interroll provides performance boost for manufacturing logistics

Fully EMC-shielded and highly robust outdoor housings can now be rear-mounted

Versatile safety magnetic sensors with long switching distance

Sealed B0 IP67 Series enclosures from BCL hold PCBs vertically or horizontally

FP 70 smooth flow pump from KNF is low in pulsation and high in efficiency