Danfoss Power Solutions has launched the SLP13 two-way two-position poppet-type solenoid valve – a low-power, low-pressure-drop solution for compact equipment.

Omron has produced a whitepaper looking to developments in traceability, highlighting how so called ‘Traceability 4.0’ connects digital and physical technology to optimise and improve yield.

NSK is developing a new and cost-effective way of preventing electrical erosion in the drivetrains of electric vehicles (EVs). Based on a method of producing a patented plastic over-moulding for deep groove ball bearings, EV manufacturers will make significant savings in comparison with expensive ‘hybrid’ bearings that feature insulating components made from ceramics.

Paul Whitehead, strategic accounts manager at adhesives specialist Intertronics, busts cyanoacrylate adhesive myths.

Peter Swanson, managing director of adhesives and dispensing equipment specialist Intertronics, assesses the risk versus reward of investing in dispensing automation.

Cees Fasteners has announced that it now offers a wide range of hoses and tubes for use in multiple industries and applications. The company says that its product portfolio is especially suited to the needs of users in the food and beverage, agriculture, medical, oils, gases, liquid transfer and pneumatics sectors.

Sick has launched the safeRS3, a next-generation safe 3D radar system designed to enable maximum productivity with highly-reliable safe access protection for workers in hazardous industrial areas, including robot cells.

The polyDOOR hinged-lid enclosures for industrial electronics from Rolec are now available in eight sizes – either with or without a transparent window for displays.

Siemens is expanding its generator circuit-breaker portfolio with a new compact version – the HB1-Compact (HB1-C). The versatile and highly customisable solution uses maintenance-free vacuum switching technology and addresses the most challenging of constraints.

FDB argues that in specifying a lock mechanism, it is often an undervalued task to select the correct cam to match the depth of door frame. This is vital to ensuring an appropriate degree of sealing and is a significant component in producing the operational feel when closing a door.