Machine Building

Power connection technologies compared

Current obviously only flows when the circuit is closed. But the way to get there leaves many options. For example, how do you connect appliance sockets in a power distribution unit in the most efficient way? The experts at Schurter provide an overview of possible connection technologies for this application.

26th May 2022

Robust and lightweight drag chain with metallised coating

Cable management specialist M. Buttkereit has expanded its range of cable drag chain systems with the PFR Metallised – a plastic chain with a protective metal coating.

26th May 2022

Bypass safety screens protect critical components

In most flow control applications safety screens are acknowledged as being one of the most effective ways of protecting components from a few rogue particles. However, a more significant failure upstream may generate enough debris to partially clog, or in a worse-case scenario completely block a safety screen.

25th May 2022

Standard enclosure and panel products to suit specialist applications

Emka is increasingly developing industrial hardware in an application responsive process that has led the company into a host of niche sectors, from data centres to agriculture, specialist vehicles to rail and wider afield.

25th May 2022

Full cast iron range gear pumps now available from jbj Techniques

Newly available from jbj Techniques is Italian manufacture Marzocchi Pompe’s range of reliable and precisely engineered gear pumps and motors with cast iron bodies and flanges.

25th May 2022

Solid state, coded magnetic, shock proof safety switches

Magnetic reed safety switches definitely have a place in your factory, but certain applications do not present the right conditions for them to survive long periods.

25th May 2022

Norelem introduces emergency stop buttons and position switches

German standard component manufacturer Norelem is introducing a new range of emergency stop buttons and position switches to help improve operational safety.

24th May 2022

OEMs tailoring to the needs of the food and beverage industry

Machine builders can future-proof their customers in the food and beverage sector with a digital transformation offering, says Jake Dibb, UK OEM business development manager at SolutionsPT.

24th May 2022

Closed loop stepper motor range broadens communications choices

Oriental Motor’s AZ series meets high performance automation needs, with 0.036 degrees/step accuracy coupled with support for popular communications protocols.

24th May 2022

Panasonic Industry launches its first motion controller

Panasonic Industry has added a motion controller in its automation lineup. The GM1 combines features of motion functions with the functionality of a PLC like positioning, network modules, I/O modules, and high-frequency counter in one compact controller.

23rd May 2022