Industrial Technology

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Trackerballs are ideal for consoles and kiosks

Trackerballs are ideal for consoles and kiosks

CKS has launched a new range of high specification trackerballs, with quadrature and full protocol interface including PS/2 and USB, specifically intended for harsh industrial and commercial applications. The new CKS Trackerballs are available in a choice of 38mm and 50mm ball sizes, and offer total reliability across a wide range of harsh environments. For hygiene critical applications there is a stainless steel ball option. The trackerballs are sealed to IP65 (NEMA 4) against water and dust ingress, and are rugged enough to carry a full five year warranty.

5th June 2006
Stylish switches with a soft feel

Stylish switches with a soft feel

E-T-A Circuit Breakers has introduced a new "water-splash" protected combined switch and circuit breaker for push-fit mounting in switch panels. Its attractive, contoured, "soft" feel rocker actuator with dual illumination and a choice of both colour and "marine" legends make it a first-line choice for builders of power boats and yachts. A three-position switch version of matching design enables all combinations of switching and circuit protection to be provided in one stylish control panel grouping.

5th June 2006
Switches for hazardous areas

Switches for hazardous areas

ATEX-compliant enclosed versions of Moeller Electric"s Type T rotary switches are Type P switch disconnectors are now available, making these compact yet robust products a convenient and cost-effective choice for applications in hazardous areas where there is a risk of explosive dust being present. Typical industries and areas where these devices might be used include mills, metal grinding plants, wood processing, cement factories, grain storage, food processing and the pharmaceutical industry.

5th June 2006
IPC-based automation

IPC-based automation

When Digitec Engineering joined the Lenze group, it brought with it a wealth of industrial PC and IPC-based automation technology that has enhanced Lenze"s overall L-force portfolio. So you can now configure your automation project exactly as you wish – either drive- based or PC-based – with Lenze providing all the necessary components from a single source.

5th June 2006
HMIs meet user requirements

HMIs meet user requirements

Essentially, if a new graphical HMI development is to be seriously considered as a viable alternative to a simpler text only display, as a minimum it has to offer: similar price to a text HMI; be compact; have a clear display; it must be as easy as a text display to set up; and it must be easily connectable to a wide variety of third party equipment.

5th June 2006
Saving time on your electrical installations

Saving time on your electrical installations

Spelsberg is offering a complete assembly service that includes the supply of enclosures ready with a wide range of drilling, milling, fitted cable entries, glands and populated with any number of component items, allowing contractors and fitters to simply mount and connect an enclosure straight from the box, regardless of what the cable entry or internal requirements are.

8th May 2006
A commitment to the environment

A commitment to the environment

With the recent introduction of a new range of IP55 fans and filters that achieve even higher IP protection against water and dust, Rittal has once again proved its innovative capabilities by firming its commitment to the use of only RoHS compliant components for certain types of climate control solutions.

8th May 2006
Sand cast panels

Sand cast panels

Aluminium has good temperature stability and excellent fluidity characteristics at casting, enabling the formation of complex three dimensional shapes with tolerances of ±0.4mm and wall thicknesses down to 3mm. Such characteristics enable front panels of enclosures to contain the necessary control and instrumentation components without sacrificing style or functionality.

8th May 2006
Tailored solutions

Tailored solutions

ETA has always offered its clients a complete range of standard industrial enclosures but understands that sometimes this is not always enough to satisfy each and every customer"s unique requirement. And with the flexibility of ETA"s advanced technology, the company can produce specially tailored enclosure and cabinet solutions, to meet customers" specifications.

8th May 2006
Integration service cuts cost and time to market

Integration service cuts cost and time to market

Schroff reports that it has expanded its system integration facilities to provide a comprehensive service aimed at customers who are looking to reduce overheads and product development times by outsourcing some or all of their design and manufacturing activities. Customers will also benefit from dealing with only one supplier for the entire system.

8th May 2006
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