WEG has extended its integrated WEGmotion Drives offering with a new AC/DC converter that improves connectivity, performance and safety. The TPD500 integrates seamlessly into Ethernet-based fieldbus systems, enabling remote control and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Part of SICK's extensive range of sensors for extreme conditions, the robust, reliable, and customisable IMG sensor provides stable detection for demanding industrial machinery. With machinery manufacturers and system integrators increasingly being called out to sites to carry out minor maintenance and repairs, the reliability, robustness and repeatability of components is crucial.

Recently launched by JVL, the high-capacity MAC4500 integrated servomotor increases the power output of the MAC motor series with a power rating 4.5 kW at 3000 RPM and 3 x peak torque. Available in the UK with full application support from Mclennan, the MAC4500 integrates motor, encoder and servo drive in a compact and robust housing with a wide choice of optional motion control interfacing and Ethernet comms' modules.

Mitsubishi Electric has further enhanced the popular E800 series variable speed drive (VSD) with the introduction of a dedicated EtherCAT model.

Southco is excited to introduce a flush-mount version of its E6 constant torque hinge. The E6-73 Stainless Steel Constant Torque Hinge provides all the benefits of a torque hinge in a low-profile, corrosion-resistant package, making it an ideal solution for those who want to maximise safety, longevity, and aesthetics.

PLC-Interface from Phoenix Contact offers the combination of a relay interface and circuit breaker in an overall width of just 6.2 mm, thus saving valuable space in the control cabinet. The nominal current and shutdown behaviour can be configured individually via DIP switches on the device.

SICK's comprehensive range of machine vision hardware, including the new Inspector83x AI camera, combines with the powerful NOVA software platform and a team of in-house experts to offer a service that can solve the most challenging machine vision tasks.

Nabtesco offers an extensive range of automation solutions for the production, handling and packaging of foods. In particular, the gears of the Neco and RD-C series have proven themselves in high-performance positioning applications for the processing of cheese, fruit, meat, or sweets and baked goods.

As the summer months bring rising temperatures, it's time to pay extra attention to your IT cooling solutions. Even a few degrees of increased temperature can have a significant impact on your IT equipment's performance and longevity. The experts at Rittal explore the reasons why it's crucial to recheck your IT cooling solutions during the summer and the potential consequences of neglecting this essential task.

A number of key factors need to be considered when specifying a non-contact confocal displacement sensor, including measuring speed, resolution, type of material and surface, the operating environment and whether thickness measurements are required. Glenn Wedgbrow, Business Development Manager at Micro-Epsilon UK looks at eight things you need to know.