Machine Building

Mitsubishi releases MAPS 4 SCADA software platform

MAPS 4, the latest SCADA software from Mitsubishi Electric for control and visualisation, extends connectivity options, adds user tools and increases the scope of its built-in functionality. The result is a software suite that can reduce the time taken for project development and integration, while also enabling users to realise Smart Factory objectives.

26th February 2019

Thomson Linear Electrak HD series linear actuators at Heason

With the recently announced increase in maximum dynamic load from 10kN to 16kN for stroke lengths to 500mm, and with static loads to 18kN, Thomson's Electrak HD series linear actuators are now an even more compelling alternative to hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders for positioning tasks on heavy-duty machinery and equipment.

26th February 2019

Matching stepper motor and drive for use in hazardous areas

Following last year's launch of its STAC-6 series ATEX, IEC-Ex and UL hazardous location certified microstepping drive, Applied Motion Products (AMP) has released a compatible stepper motor - allowing a complete internationally certified motor and drive package for machine automation applications in high safety industries where explosive atmospheres are commonly found such as oil & gas, mining and printing. Available with full support from Mclennan, the new stepper motor is certified for Class I, Zone 1 locations and would typically be installed in highly hazardous areas with the matching STAC-6 drive, which has a Class I, Zone 2 certification, and suits a physically isolated location.

26th February 2019

New swivelling wall and profile brackets for displays

Phoenix Contact is expanding the mounting options for its electronics housings from the Display Cast System (DCS) series with swivelling wall and profile brackets.

26th February 2019

Custom locks for railway applications

EMKA is promoting its custom locks for railway applications. EMKA engineers are well aware of the varying needs of industrial markets worldwide - the railway industry being one in particular where they have both a standard product and significant custom design focus. Of course, custom design is applicable to large and small production quantities, but is always targeted at achieving the best lock, latch, sealing product for rail-related applications.

25th February 2019

Aerotech launches high-performance single-axis controllers

Aerotech is introducing two high-performance single-axis controllers: the digital XC4 and XC4e PWMs. They are suitable for driving brushed or brushless DC motors as well as moving coil actuators and stepper motors. A special feature besides the position-synchronised outputs (PSO) is the HyperWire fibre optic interface.

25th February 2019

Parker adds P2H IO-Link node to ISO valve portfolio

Parker Hannifin has released its P2H IO-Link node, an addition to the company's popular H Series ISO valve platform. Designed with IO-Link connectivity in mind, the P2H node provides a robust means of connecting H Series valves to the IO-Link network, thus saving total system and installation costs in comparison to the use of Ethernet or hard wiring. In addition, the P2H IO-Link node is safe-power capable, meaning auxiliary valve power can be supplied by a safety device in support of the European Machinery Directive.

25th February 2019

Steatite high-temperature ceramic terminal blocks from Hylec-APL

A range of terminal blocks that can withstand extreme temperatures is available at Hylec-APL. Steatite High Temperature Terminal Blocks are dimensionally stable up to 1000degC. They suit applications such as boilers, water heaters, cookers, injection moulding machines, and other uses where connections are required around heating/heating and hot water equipment.

25th February 2019

New flush-mounting quarter-turn and compression latches

EMKA's new catalogue of Ingenious Locking Technology for the Railroad Industry includes many new approaches to the specific needs of rail installers. The Program 1057 flush-mounting quarter-turn latch is one such item. Designed for rear fitting to door panels of 3.5 to 21mm thickness and to present a very neat flush and vandal-resistant face, this lock is partnered with its sister Program 1000 IP65 stainless steel compression latch for mounting in the same way.

22nd February 2019

Miniature SoM suits harsh environments and enclosed spaces

Now available from RDS is the PICO IMX8M-Mini, a highly reliable SoM featuring NXP i.MX8M Mini Solo, Mini Dual and Mini Quad processors based on ARM Cortex-A53 and Cortex M4 architectures, providing industry-leading computing performance, efficiency and security for harsh temperature environments and enclosed spaces.

21st February 2019