Industrial Technology

Machine Building

Plug-and-play linear systems for production machines

Plug-and-play linear systems for production machines

In order to meet very short development times for machine tools and other special purpose production machines, manufacturers expect their linear technology suppliers to offer not only linear components but also plug-and-play subsystems, engineering, drives technology and other technical support services, including final assembly, cabling, set up of control parameters and commissioning.

23rd March 2016
Compact drive offers IP66 protection

Compact drive offers IP66 protection

Parker Hannifin is extending the power range of its popular IP66/NEMA 4x protected, variable frequency AC10 Compact Drive series up to 90kW. The AC10 IP66 delivers simple yet proficient motor control in day-to-day applications requiring speed or torque control within the power range of 0.4 to 90kW. 

23rd March 2016
Solving the problems of large cables and twisting terminals

Solving the problems of large cables and twisting terminals

Terminating larger more rigid cables on the din rail can be made frustrating when the terminals twist and go out of shape. Contaclip has addressed this issue with the innovative SRK 35mm feed through and earth terminal.

23rd March 2016
IP65 weatherproof distribution boxes

IP65 weatherproof distribution boxes

ETA Enclosures has launched a new range of IP65 rated weatherproof distribution boxes suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Produced from high quality ABS material these enclosures offer a durable modern stylised look whilst incorporating many user friendly features. 

23rd March 2016
Wireless vibration and temperature monitoring

Wireless vibration and temperature monitoring

The Banner wireless vibration and temperature sensor measures RMS velocity, in millimetres per second or inches per second, and temperatures up to 80°C. 

23rd March 2016
Contactless power transmission up to 240W

Contactless power transmission up to 240W

Thanks to FreeCon Contactless from Weidmüller, customers who employ industrial robots on their production lines can now avoid contact related failures and cut maintenance costs considerably. Protected to IP65, FreeCon Contactless enables reliable power transmission up to 240W, and transmission can be PLC controlled, such that it is possible to switch 10A directly via the PLC.

23rd March 2016
Reliable measurement over long distances

Reliable measurement over long distances

Sensors UK introduces a range of long distance lasers which boast excellent reliability through 100% testing of the manufacturing process. The range of DIMETIX lasers offer measurements from 0-30m up to a 500m range with repeatability to only ±0.3mm. All have a rugged metal enclosure rated to IP65 for use in even the harshest environments.   

23rd March 2016
Igus combines readychain with connector unit

Igus combines readychain with connector unit

A further development of the plug-in readychain concept, energy chain expert Igus introduces readychain speed 2.0. As with the first generation pre-harnessed energy chain system, it is ready to fit directly onto a machine without the need for specialist tools – however, this generation combines the connector, mounting bracket and energy chain as one single unit, which connects three times faster and now accommodates 16 different modular inserts.

23rd March 2016
New Elesa catalogue brings together industrial handles for special applications

New Elesa catalogue brings together industrial handles for special applications

Elesa’s new catalogue brings together a lot of very full information about their special application handles, so providing a single source reference for many high quality items with typical stylish design.

23rd March 2016
Wide range of electric motors

Wide range of electric motors

Carpanelli has produced an overview brochure highlighting its wide range of motors, including 3-phase motors, flux vector motors, single phase motors, motors with integral inverters, motors with encoders, and more.

23rd March 2016
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