A new electric actuator can take on pushing and pulling tasks that previously only hydraulic devices could achieve. The Thomson Electrak XD from Inmoco can handle dynamic loads up to 25,000N, and the actuator offers a large stroke up to 1.2m.

Teledyne Flir has announced the Flir E8 Pro, providing a larger 3.5-inch touchscreen with Flir Ignite Cloud connectivity within the same pistol-grip form factor as legacy E8 series thermal cameras.

The latest product developments from Schaeffler fulfil the high quality and safety requirements in the medical technology sector, offer increased reliability and flexibility, and extend the range of possible applications for medical equipment.

As well as analogue output of the electrode force for resistance spot welding, the new Type 9831D welding force calibration transmitter from Kistler offers readout and configuration via the digital IO-Link interface as an option.

Portescap has worked with a robot OEM in China to optimise motion performance and durability of humanoid robots, while ensuring cost-effective production.

As an example of how a smart factory can use Contrinex’s smart inductive and photoelectric sensors, we look at a smart inductive sensor embedded within the spindle of a CNC machining centre at the start of a manufacturing cell.

European Springs and Pressings offers full design and production support for all your bespoke pressings, springs and wire form requirements.

There are many ways to stop and hold an application. A safe and easy way is via spring-applied brakes, with a good example being the INTORQ BFK458 spring-applied brake from Lenze Selection.

For lifting, grabbing or positioning ferromagnetic products such as sheet steel in the automotive and steel processing industries, among others, Waalre-based Goudsmit Magnetics has developed an electrically switchable magnetic gripper.

New coil technology for solenoid valves can increase energy efficiency by up to 80%. Bürkert’s Kick and Drop valve coils save significant cost by reducing energy use and extending service life.