Industrial Technology

Virtual panel event on industrial connectivity â€“ 17 May 2021

Analog Devices is hosting a 60-minute virtual panel discussion between industry experts, exploring the intersection of connectivity and Industry 4.0. It focuses on the themes identified in the recent Forrester study, commissioned by Analog Devices, on the topic of industrial innovation. The virtual event will be held on Monday 17 May at 4:00pm UK time.

4th May 2021

Igus delta robot provides chemical-free weeding for crops

With herbicide-based blanket weed-killing regimes becoming increasingly expensive and increasingly ineffective, Farming-as-a-Service start-up the Small Robot Company is offering a robotic alternative that uses artificial intelligence to identify and kill weeds on an individual plant basis. Central to the operation of the system in these most challenging of outdoor conditions are delta robots from Igus.

29th April 2021

Beckhoff hosts week-long virtual event sharing insight into drive technology

Automation technology expert Beckhoff Automation UK is hosting a week-long series of virtual events to inform mechanical and electrical engineers on the latest drive technologies. The event, taking place May 24–28, 2021, aims to share insights into the practical use of drive technologies, exploring specific topics ranging from control cabinet installation to drive axes commissioning and servicing. Registration for the live sessions is open now.

27th April 2021

Atam cable entry connectors now VDE approved

VDE (Verband Deutscher Elektrotechniker) – the highest authority in regulations for electrical technologies – has certified Atam’s KA and KB cable entry connectors in compliance with the DIN EN 60529 (VDE 0470) standard. Atam has therefore become Italy’s first company to join a restricted club of European companies that have obtained this prestigious certification, thanks to the high quality and reliability of its products, which are globally used by major solenoid valve manufacturers.

26th April 2021

Download issue 38 of Industrial Technology EXTRA

Issue 38 of Industrial Technology EXTRA - our interactive electronic supplement to the printed edition of Industrial Technology - is out today. You can view the PDF here, the flip-page magazine, or download the tablet version on the Industrial Technology app. Contents include:

26th April 2021

New name, same superior quality for advanced linear motion and actuation

Linear actuator supplier, EMS remains a specialist distributor of advanced linear motion and actuation products, designed and manufactured by Ewellix. Formerly known as SKF Motion Technologies, Ewellix manufactures components for a wide range of applications including medical equipment, factory automation and automotive manufacturing, and this extensive product line is available from EMS.

22nd April 2021

New industrial gear units in 5 days or less

SEW Eurodrive has launched a rapid new service providing delivery of industrial gear units within five working days, or as fast as just one working day in the case of emergencies. The two new Assemble-To-Order services, are ATO5, for the five working day service, and ATO1 for the premium one day service. Both are available with SEW Eurodrive’s tried and tested modular system of industrial gear units.

22nd April 2021

Danfoss and Quantum maximise uptime in the water industry

Danfoss Drives has appointed Quantum Controls as an Authorised Water Partner for the water and wastewater industry. This partnership will enable both companies to enhance its provision of services to customers across the UK involved in water and wastewater management, treatment and supply.

20th April 2021

Rittal celebrates 60th anniversary

April 1961 saw the beginning of an international success story in a small weaving mill in central Hesse - the standardization of enclosures. Rudolf Loh founds the Rittal company and changes the industry with one idea. What was initially smiled at is now a phenomenon: the standard enclosure is used in millions of product solutions in over 90 percent of all industries worldwide.

20th April 2021

ABB"s new cobot GoFa wins prestigious Best of the Best Red Dot award

ABB’s GoFa cobot was awarded the prestigious Red Dot Best of the Best design award in recognition of its unique design concept to make the new robot appealing and accessible to users.

20th April 2021