Machine Building

Miniaturised IGBT power interfaces with electro-optic conversion

Harting has developed a range of miniaturised power interfaces with integrated electro-optical conversion, enabling customers to save time and money by combining electrical connectivity and optical transmission in the same module.

8th June 2018

MOSFETs feature improved creepage and clearance, meeting UL2595

Nexperia has announced that two of its LFPAK56-packaged portfolio of MOSFETs are now available with improved creepage and clearance to meet UL2595 requirements for battery-powered equipment rated between 15 and 32V. Devices are 100 per cent compatible with the industry-standard Power-SO8 footprint; no other compact, surface-mount devices yet meet UL2595 which calls for minimum creepage and clearance distances of 1.5mm between Source and Drain terminals.

7th June 2018

Managed switches for growing networks from Phoenix Contact

With new 16-port versions, Phoenix Contact is extending its range of Managed Switches in the FL Switch 2000 product range to accommodate the increasing number of Ethernet-capable devices in automation networks. The new versions of the 2000 Managed Switches enable the connection of up to 16 network devices.

6th June 2018

New safety controllers simplify machines and improve performance

The Allen-Bradley GuardLogix 5580 and Compact GuardLogix 5380 controllers from Rockwell can be scaled from safety system levels SIL 2/PLd to SIL 3/PLe. This scalability can help engineers optimise a safety system design and potentially reduce its costs, while adhering to the latest machine safety regulations. The high-performance controllers also use increased processing power to achieve faster reaction times and shorter safe distances. This can help create smaller machines, save valuable floor space and increase operator efficiencies.

6th June 2018

New Allen-Bradley GuardLink protocol for safer, smarter machines

Rockwell Automation is introducing the Allen-Bradley Guardmaster GuardLink safety system, a new safety-based communications protocol that helps operators reduce costs and improve machine diagnostics and downtime while increasing productivity.

6th June 2018

Rapid delivery of custom compression springs from Lee Spring

Lee Spring is promoting its capability for designing and manufacturing custom compression springs with short lead times - for customers unable to use any of the 25,000+ standard items that are available ex-stock.

6th June 2018

Transmit HMI content and data over greater distances

B&R is introducing the fourth generation of its display transmission technology, Smart Display Link (SDL). SDL4 is based on HDBaseT 2.0 and can span up to 100m between the industrial PC and display device. This makes it easy to equip expansive machines and systems with multiple remote HMI panels.

5th June 2018

Entry-level metal 3D printer offers superior quality and speed

3D Systems is launching the DMP Flex 100 3D printer, saying it offers superior quality, versatility and throughput for entry-level metal 3D printing.

5th June 2018

New compact Z6R load cells with capacities from 20 to 200kg

HBM's new Z6R bending beam load cells are available with capacities ranging from 20 to 200kg and have been specifically developed for use in harsh environments and applications with stringent hygiene requirements.

5th June 2018

New Electric Stopper delivers installation and energy savings

Festo is extending the options available to machine builders, specifiers and OEMs with the addition of the EFSD Electric Stopper to its range of actuators. Suitable for use in assembly and transfer systems, the EFSD Electric Stopper delivers benefits including lower installation costs, faster commissioning, operational energy savings and noise reduction when compared to alternatives.

5th June 2018