Machine Building

Pre-assembled XLR connector rack panel saves time and space

Cliff Electronics is launching a new version of its popular pre-assembled connector rack panels. The CP30183 rack panel features 8 male and 8 female 3-pin front mounted XLR sockets. Cliff's pre-assembled connector panels assist systems integrators by simplifying and speeding up assembly time while reducing component count and cost

21st November 2019

Mitsubishi relaunches MAPS SCADA/HMI as a cloud-based app

By transferring its multi-faceted MAPS SCADA / HMI offering to a secure cloud-based app, Mitsubishi Electric is offering potentially the best of both worlds; an advanced system that is flexible and easy to integrate but is also well supported, stable and secure in operation.

20th November 2019

Renishaw expands range of functional safety certified encoders

Renishaw is building on its existing functionally safe (FS) portfolio by introducing two new linear and rotary encoders, namely the Resolute FS with the BiSS Safety absolute open optical encoder system, and the Tonic FS incremental open optical encoder system.

19th November 2019

Micro-Epsilon launches improved range of Blue Laser sensors

Micro-Epsilon is extending its optoNCDT 1750 range of laser triangulation sensors with a new Blue Laser version for high-speed displacement, distance and position measurements. The sensors are equipped with new high-performance lenses, laser control and evaluation algorithms to ensure precise measurements on different surfaces and materials.

18th November 2019

Epoxy coating suits abrasive and hot applications

For applications requiring lasting surface protection, Henkel's new LOCTITE PC 7234 offers many advantages. This ultra-smooth, ceramic-reinforced epoxy creates a high-gloss, low-friction coating to protect equipment from corrosion and wear. It can be used as part of Henkel's ISO certified pipe repair system and is suitable for service temperatures ranging from -29degC to +288degC.

15th November 2019

New LEDs feature precise beam angles of 15 and 60 degrees

OMC is introducing two new surface-mount LEDs, an ultra-narrow 15 degree beam LED and a 60 degree beam LED. Both new LEDs are produced by OMC in a range of package styles, beam angles and all popular LED wavelengths, plus infra-red versions. The two new devices join the SMD emitter series launched by OMC in late 2018, which includes a 30 degree output beam device that has proved very popular.

15th November 2019

Frequency inverter incorporates condition monitoring

NORD has developed a new condition monitoring system that is fully integrated into the frequency inverter. This provides a boost for those looking to implement (or improve) predictive maintenance systems, helping to reduce downtime and increase efficiency across the entire plant.

14th November 2019

Versatile pressure switches operate with most liquids and gases

Aimed at industrial pressure switching applications for air, water, hydraulic fluid, other oil-based and liquid mediums, Variohm EuroSensor's EPS series includes three different environment-matched models, each competitively priced for pressure ranges from 0.3 to 350 bar.

14th November 2019

90-132kW compressors now 3.5 per cent more energy efficient

Launched in March 2019, CompAir's 90-132kW oil-lubricated compressors already boasted excellent efficiency, boasting a 6 per cent improvement over previous models. Now, thanks to advanced engineering from the research centre for airend technology based in the Simmern production site in Germany, the new airend's energy efficiency has been improved by a further 3.5 per cent.

13th November 2019

Robust switches cope with harsh operating conditions

Foremost Electronics is promoting its wide range of switching products from Elma Electronic. Elma are the provider of choice for many British companies working in the high-end electronics systems industry. Elma switches are designed into audio, aircraft, industrial automation, construction, laboratory and test and measurement products.

13th November 2019