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Metal out, plastic in

Metal out, plastic in

In another in its video of the week series, Igus highlights the key benefits of changing your metal bearings for Igus polymer ones. The various igubal parts shown start covered in grease but by switching to a lubrication free Igus bearing, this is eradicated.

28th September 2021

Emka new 2020/2021 specialist hardware catalogue available as download

Emka new 2020/2021 specialist hardware catalogue available as download

Emka says its main catalogue is a “must-have” reference for any specialist panel builder or custom vehicle manufacturer – and the new 2020/2021 version is now available to download online from their website at https://www.emka.com/uk_en/services/download/industry/.

28th September 2021

RS Components introduces sensing devices from Amphenol Advanced Sensors

RS Components introduces sensing devices from Amphenol Advanced Sensors

RS Components has announced availability of an extensive selection of advanced sensors used by monitoring systems for many different applications in the industrial, healthcare and transportation sectors.

28th September 2021
Clamping the right way: choosing the shaft collar for your needs

Clamping the right way: choosing the shaft collar for your needs

Choosing the right shaft collar will impact the security and precision of clamping, not to mention the ease of installation and future maintenance. With a variety of styles and sizes available, whether your requirement is to mount tooling or a gear system, it’s crucial that you choose the right shaft collar for your application needs. Sam Wilkinson, design engineer at WDS Components, explains how to choose the right shaft collar.

28th September 2021
Elesa toggle clamps with extended lever solve the reach problem

Elesa toggle clamps with extended lever solve the reach problem

New extended lever toggle clamps from Elesa provide a longer hold bar to hold items in position for working or fixing, allowing them to be secured across larger components. This extended lever allows the clamp arm to reach components in the middle of an assembly while giving clearance to view a template or positioning indices so that operators can work more easily around the clamped component.

28th September 2021
Unmanaged switches with IP67 degree of protection

Unmanaged switches with IP67 degree of protection

The new unmanaged switches for field installation expand the product range of Ethernet switches from Phoenix Contact. The new 1608 and 1708 variants of the FL Switch 1000 product family feature the IP65/IP66/IP67 degrees of protection and make it easier to integrate distributed sensors, actuators, cameras, and I/O stations into the network.

28th September 2021
Laser beam dumps from Laser Components

Laser beam dumps from Laser Components

Laser Components supplies an extensive range of beam delivery components from partner Haas LTI, ranging from laser process heads to beam expanders and beam directing components such as beam benders and splitter units.

28th September 2021
PEI-Genesis announces sale of FilConn to Hermetic Solutions Group

PEI-Genesis announces sale of FilConn to Hermetic Solutions Group

Custom engineered interconnect solutions provider PEI-Genesis has signed a definitive agreement to sell FilConn to Hermetic Solutions Group (HSG). PEI-Genesis acquired FilConn in 2016 to better serve customers’ needs for low volume, quick turn, custom connectors. With the sale of FilConn, PEI-Genesis can focus on its value-added assembly capabilities, a core competency for 75 years.

28th September 2021
IFM helps to ensure safe extraction

IFM helps to ensure safe extraction

Flow sensors in the new SA series from IFM Electronic have been specifically developed to provide accurate and reliable monitoring of exhaust air flow on machines, thereby helping to ensure that potentially harmful dust, gases and vapours are safely removed and do not escape into the factory environment. The sensors incorporate robust stainless-steel probes, which makes them suitable for use in many applications where corrosive gases and vapours are present.

27th September 2021
Frequency inverter for high-efficiency conveyor technology applications

Frequency inverter for high-efficiency conveyor technology applications

Nord Drivesystems describes its NORDAC FLEX frequency inverters as true allrounders, saying they not only offer a wide power range, but also work very economically. The NORDAC FLEX SK 205E series has been specially designed for use with baggage transport systems at airports or conveyor systems in parcel distribution centres.

27th September 2021
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