Farnell has expanded its industrial automation offering with the addition of Lovato Electric's comprehensive portfolio, including contactors, switch disconnectors and motor protection relays - all now available for immediate shipping.

Farnell has signed a new distribution agreement with Hongfa, a leading manufacturer of relays and electromechanical components. The agreement comes as demand for high-performance, reliable relay solutions continues to grow across industrial automation, automotive, energy, and smart building applications.

Southco has launched the new N5 lift-and-turn compression latch, featuring strong sealing action and a broad, ergonomic t-handle in a single compact piece of hardware.

The clipx Engineer engineering software from Phoenix Contact optimises data consistency from the circuit diagram to the finished control cabinet. The new clipx Engineer assemble worker assistance software is designed for the assembly process of terminal strips.

For many years, air cooling with fan and filter units has been the go-to choice for panel builders and manufacturers alike, across an array of industries and sectors. But it’s not just as simple as blindly picking a fan and filter, installing on your cabinet and moving onto the next thing; you must ensure that you employ the right product for your specific needs, as the experts at Rittal explain.

OMRON has announced the launch of the S8AS2 smart power supply, an innovative and compact solution that combines DC power supply, electronic circuit protection, and real-time monitoring in a single, panel-mountable unit.

With PTCB TM, Phoenix Contact is launching a new generation of thermal-magnetic circuit-breakers onto the market. With a width of just 8 mm, alignable current monitoring, and the capability of direct bridging to the Clipline complete system, the product family ensures high efficiency and transparency in the control cabinet and is suitable for demanding industrial applications.

The modular PLC-Interface Ethernet Gateway remote relay system from Phoenix Contact with flexible channel assignment optimises simple applications with up to 56 I/O channels. The compatibility with common controller software makes a high level of flexibility and intuitive network integration possible.

The Raptor EP4200 and EP5200 series switches from Phoenix Contact provide advanced Layer 2 switching capabilities with high performance and availability tailored for demanding critical infrastructure and energy applications.

The new Heavycon series click-in module carrier frame from Phoenix Contact simplifies the assembly and installation of heavy-duty connectors significantly. The tool-free click-in latching system enables the inserts to be mounted quickly and reliably - without any screws.