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Compact, energy-efficient brushless DC motor for high-speed applications

Compact, energy-efficient brushless DC motor for high-speed applications

Portescap has added the 16ECS high-speed brushless motor to its Ultra EC mini brushless DC motor platform. These compact 16mm motors are available in 36 and 52mm lengths and provide high power while running at speeds of 75,000 rpm. The 16ECS is comprised of an enhanced magnetic circuit that reduces iron and recirculation losses which can cause motor stator heating at high speeds.

15th February 2021
Siemens actuator line for small valves operates as quiet, connected multitasker

Siemens actuator line for small valves operates as quiet, connected multitasker

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has upgraded its range of SSA actuators for small valves by adding new features for more energy efficient and versatile hydronic room applications. The updated SSA actuators now offer more flexibility due to their broad control possibilities - from analogue control to KNX communication capabilities for room solutions and fast integration into connected systems. While using the same cable for communication and power, the customer saves time and cost. Thanks to the operating mode ‘nightmode’, the actuators are more silent than ever, with less than 28 dB. This makes them ideal for use in noise-sensitive areas, such as hotels, recording studios, meeting rooms and libraries.

15th February 2021
Ruland jaw couplings for servo motors

Ruland jaw couplings for servo motors

Zero-backlash jaw couplings from Ruland have high dampening capabilities, can accommodate all forms of misalignment, and are highly customizable. They are well-suited for servo motors that are often used in precise positioning applications found in semiconductor, solar, medical and robotics. Zero-backlash jaw couplings are a three-piece design comprised of two lightweight aluminium hubs and an elastomeric insert “spider.” The spider is available in three durometers: 98 Shore A for the highest torque, 92 Shore A for a balance of stiffness and compliance, and 85 Shore A for the highest dampening capabilities. Inch, metric, keyed, and keyless hubs with clamp or set screw hardware can be combined to fit user shaft requirements.

15th February 2021
Flexicon extends its liquid-tight conduit system range with UL and CSA certification

Flexicon extends its liquid-tight conduit system range with UL and CSA certification

Flexicon has extended its flexible conduit system offer to include a new liquid tight flexible metal conduit (LMFC), which complies with UL and CSA standard UL360 / CSA C22.2 No. 56-17. The new certification ensures that critical performance factors have been verified by the listing agency, with full transparency through the UL website and stringent periodic testing to verify that performance is maintained.

15th February 2021
Springing into action saves the day for automotive tier one

Springing into action saves the day for automotive tier one

William Hughes has come to the aid of a leading automotive seat manufacturer. The order, which was for seat frames and trim wires, comprised a number of different complex parts, all of which would see use in five different vehicles types, including SUVs and saloons.

15th February 2021
Wave springs and round wire coil springs compared

Wave springs and round wire coil springs compared

Crest-to-Crest wave springs can offer similar loads and deflection to traditional coil springs, but at around half the height. They can reduce axial space by up to 50 per cent, leading to an overall decrease in assembly size, weight and cost. For design engineers looking to utilise these benefits and discover if a Crest-to-Crest wave spring can replace a coil spring in their application, let’s try to answer some common questions about wave springs.

15th February 2021
Installation and care of hygienic latch fasteners

Installation and care of hygienic latch fasteners

Emka IP69K stainless steel hygiene compression latches with rounded/double flat or triangular key inserts are EHEDGE Certified to make equipment in food processing and other hygiene areas more secure against unauthorised access. They are specially engineered to offer tamper and vibration resistance for most industrial installations and are able to withstand frequent high pressure washes where appropriate.

15th February 2021
Considerations to make when choosing an industrial enclosure

Considerations to make when choosing an industrial enclosure

Choosing an industrial enclosure is seldom just about the enclosure itself. It has to meet the right level of quality and standards, but frequently an off-the-shelf design won’t meet design needs. If customisation is required, let alone a bespoke design, choosing an enclosure is more about your choice of supplier.

15th February 2021
Streamline the panel building process

Streamline the panel building process

Control system and switchgear engineers face enormous time pressures today, a difficulty further complicated by the numerous manual steps involved in manufacturing one-off solutions. Here, Rittal’s Mark Guest argues that Implementing easily assembled enclosure systems and intelligent software solutions can enhance efficiency.

15th February 2021
Simple and secure approach to installing panel hardware

Simple and secure approach to installing panel hardware

FDB Panel Fittings and sales partner Dirak became aware of customer feedback which indicated that customers were tired of wasting time dealing with screws, washers, back-nuts and other loose parts.

15th February 2021
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