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Zytronic touchscreens key in rail network ticket vending machines

Zytronic touchscreens key in rail network ticket vending machines

Self-service payment industry leaders Evoke Creative and Worldline have employed Zytronic interactive touchscreens for new ticket vending machines (TVMs), initially trialled by Govia Thameslink Railway (GTR) at Gatwick Airport, and now being rolled out to other stations across the UK’s rail network.

14th December 2022

Preventing electrical erosion of bearings in EV drivetrains

Preventing electrical erosion of bearings in EV drivetrains

NSK is developing a new and cost-effective way of preventing electrical erosion in the drivetrains of electric vehicles (EVs). Based on a method of producing a patented plastic over-moulding for deep groove ball bearings, EV manufacturers will make significant savings in comparison with expensive ‘hybrid’ bearings that feature insulating components made from ceramics.

8th December 2022

Cams for quarter turns and L/T handles to suit different door frame depths

Cams for quarter turns and L/T handles to suit different door frame depths

FDB argues that in specifying a lock mechanism, it is often an undervalued task to select the correct cam to match the depth of door frame. This is vital to ensuring an appropriate degree of sealing and is a significant component in producing the operational feel when closing a door.

7th December 2022

EAO introduces new HMIS multi-legend alarm indicator panel

EAO introduces new HMIS multi-legend alarm indicator panel

EAO has introduced a new HMIS multi-legend alarm indicator panel. Designed for driver’s cabs, this modular HMI simplifies fault monitoring contributing to increased safety within railway applications.

5th December 2022

Free-swinging hinges in new materials to meet demanding applications

Free-swinging hinges in new materials to meet demanding applications

Southco has extended its line of externally mounted free-swinging hinges with three new options designed for heavy-duty applications.

11th November 2022

Audible warning and LED status indication combined in a single device

Audible warning and LED status indication combined in a single device

EAO has expanded the Series 57 LED indicators to include a multi-tone warning indicator (MTWI). It is designed to meet the needs of applications such as passenger access to trains, emergency call systems and access control systems.

8th November 2022

Automotive engineers turn to lightweight, sustainable plastic

Automotive engineers turn to lightweight, sustainable plastic

In this new video from Igus, the humble car seat is cast into the spotlight, highlighting the various areas of the seat that can be fitted with Igus lubrication-free products.

8th November 2022

Rotor Clip introduces small diameter wave springs

Rotor Clip introduces small diameter wave springs

Rotor Clip has responded to the increased demand in the marketplace for smaller, innovative and more efficient assemblies, with the capability to manufacture wave springs as standard from 6mm outside diameter.

3rd November 2022

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