Machine Building

Software simplifies I/O project planning

Version 3 of the Project+ planning software from Phoenix Contact is now available to download. I/O stations from the Axioline F and Inline product families can be configured using the software, without requiring extensive system knowledge.

21st March 2019

IMI Precision Engineering launches electric actuators

Designed to reduce energy consumption and total cost of ownership, IMI Precision Engineering's new range of IMI Norgren ELION electric actuators will be unveiled at Hannover Messe.

21st March 2019

igus adds more sizes to drylin W exchange range

igus has added new sizes to its drylin W exchange range. In addition to size 10, the liners are available in sizes 16 and 20 for drylin W linear guides. Developed for quick replacement of liners in high-frequency applications, the liner can be replaced directly on the rail without dismantling the linear bearing system.

20th March 2019

Mouser now stocking Silicon Labs' Giant Gecko 12 MCUs

Mouser Electronics is now stocking the EFM32Giant Gecko 12 microcontroller family from Silicon Labs. Designed to provide advanced features and security during ultra-low-power performance, the microcontrollers offers low-energy peripherals to deliver autonomous performance while sleeping. The GG12 microcontrollers are suitable for a broad range of applications requiring advanced processing during deep sleep, including Internet of Things (IoT) devices, sensors, smart meters, industrial automation, home security, and health and fitness wearables.

20th March 2019

New IP65 safety latch lock with visual indicator

As a long-time partner of the train and transport industry, EMKA is constantly working on new and innovative locking developments like the new IP65 stainless steel safety latch lock with red/green visual position indicator. This flush mounted unit is tamper- and vibration-proof for rear-mounting on doors of 5mm thickness where fully flush appearance is required, otherwise a slight inset or upstand is presented.

20th March 2019

WDS launches innovative new anti-vibration mounts

Customer feedback has led WDS to extend its range of anti-vibration mounts, with marine engine mounts and cone cab mounts.

19th March 2019

Ethernet media converter for interference-free data transmission

Phoenix Contact's new FL MC EF 660 SCRJ media converter enables the connection of cost-effective polymer and HCS/PCF fibre technology. The optical transmission of data via fibre optics is free of electromagnetic interference and provides complete electrical isolation on the transmission path. This is therefore particularly suitable for Ethernet applications.

19th March 2019

Easy way to measure, communicate and bill energy consumption

Phoenix Contact's new MID energy meters in the EMpro product range are used for billing purposes. The measuring devices acquire key electrical parameters and communicate them via common interfaces. Product versions for direct current measurement save time and money.

18th March 2019

EHEDG-certified hygiene levelling feet from Elesa

Elesa's LM.F-HD-SST series of levelling feet in stainless steel with permanent floor mounting facility are now EHEDG certified (European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group). This means that they offer significant advantages in improved hygiene and reduced cleaning time (and resources), so enhancing the environment of industrial areas such as in food production, pharmaceutical, paint and dye manufacture and similar, as well as saving on use of cleaning materials and time taken in wash-down cycles.

14th March 2019

UHD LCD monitors added to 4Diamond Grid pro-display range

Mitsubishi Electric's new range of professional ultra high definition (UHD) LCD monitors is now shipping. The new additions to Mitsubishi's 4Diamond Grid range, which were launched at ISE 2019, are available in 75", 86" and 98" models, all delivering a resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels. All products in the 4Diamond Grid range are designed as cost-effective options for 24/7 applications such as crisis suites and breakout rooms, and complement Mitsubishi Electric's well-established portfolio of high-end, mission-critical control room displays.

14th March 2019