Machine Building

BSI issues update on Brexit and standards

Now the UK has formally left the European Union, BSI's Director of Standards, Scott Steedman's has provided the following update.

7th February 2020

See congatec's embedded edge computing range at Embedded World

In its Embedded World 2020 showcase, congatec will be covering the entire spectrum of embedded edge computing, ranging from high-end edge servers to headless systems for ultra-low-power edge logic. Highlights include the upcoming PICMG COM-HPC standard, which congatec is driving with Christian Eder as chairman of the COM-HPC subcommittee, as well as congatec's extended SMARC ecosystem for the NXP i.MX8 family, which is designed for the seamless use of MIPI camera technology and artificial intelligence, among other things. The breadth of the spectrum will be underscored by a new starter kit for real-time workload consolidation as well as presentations from Basler and Hacarus. Innovative fanless cooling systems for particularly robust embedded servers and systems that can dissipate up to 100 watts of TDP will complete the congatec Embedded World showcase.

7th February 2020

Free white paper: escape and rescue from safeguarded spaces

Fortress Interlocks has published a free white paper entitled How to Consider Escape and Rescue from Safeguarded Spaces?

7th February 2020

Danisense current transducers now stocked by Digi-Key

Danisense has signed a global agreement with Digi-Key, the high service distributor which is now stocking 17 of Danisense's most popular models plus accessories.

6th February 2020

Nicomatic's miniature industrial connectors at Embedded World

Nicomatic will highlight its innovative ranges of connectors targeting industrial and high-rel applications at the Embedded World exhibition in Nuremberg, Germany 25-27th February 2020. The company will be in Hall 3 at Booth 600.

6th February 2020

Lenze: From idea to production

Lenze says that those who want productivity, efficiency and reliability rely on its scalable products and vast industry experience. Today, Lenze brings intelligent, connected machine automation systems - supporting industry's move towards the smart factory.

6th February 2020

See Nord's intelligent drive systems and much more at Hanover

From 20 to 24 April 2020, Nord Drivesystems will be presenting intelligent drive systems and innovative products for all industry sectors at the Hanover Fair. The latest energy-efficient IE5+ synchronous motors, SK 500P control cabinet inverters, condition monitoring concepts and the high-performance Nord industrial gear units are the most important topics.

4th February 2020

Nicomatic and Amphenol Socapex sign dual-source agreement

Nicomatic, designer and manufacturer of miniature, rugged connector systems, and Amphenol Socapex, manufacturer of rugged interconnection systems, have signed a dual-sourcing agreement, whereby Amphenol Socapex will sell Nicomatic's modular, 1.27mm pitch rectangular EMM connector family under the brand MICRO HDAS. This will benefit customers in hi-rel industries who require a dual source for this innovative connector.

4th February 2020

Telenor Connexion selected by FlexQube for connected eQart

FlexQube, a Swedish manufacturer of modular carts designed for use in industrial environments, has selected Telenor Connexion to provide Managed Connectivity and connect its first automated product, the eQart.

4th February 2020

Service centre for power tool repair and torque tool calibration

Brammer Buck & Hickman is opening a new power tool repair and torque tool calibration service centre in Middlesbrough, serving the entire UK. Designed to provide customers with a fast turnaround, helping to save money and time while reducing the impact on the environment, the new service centre aims to return repaired tools within 48 hours.

3rd February 2020