Industrial Technology

Pilz holistic solutions for secured access and secure data

In every company there are areas that need to be protected from unwanted access. However, it's important not only to protect the human from the machine, but also the machine from the human. As a result, it’s necessary to consider machinery safety and industrial security in equal measure.

30th June 2022

Electrify your cylinders

There are many reasons why to switch from hydraulic cylinders to electromechanical cylinders. Heavy duty electromechanical cylinders ensure high linear speed even at high loads, precise control of positioning and accuracy, consistent speed and force, less energy consumption and lower installation costs.

30th June 2022

Abssac delivers ready to fit precision lead screw and nut designs

Working together with its customers Abssac strives to reduce customer scrap rates by supplying ball and leadscrew solutions that fit directly into the application.

30th June 2022

Maintenance-free urban bike is made from recycled plastics

Introducing the world’s first bicycle made from recycled plastic: a maintenance-free urban bike that is lubrication-free.

30th June 2022

AC induction motors address the global chip shortage

Simple, standard applications are well served by AC induction motors, says Oriental Motor’s Paul Jepson. In this global chip shortage, the appeal of a chip-less motor with high IP ratings and low lead times has never been more apparent.

29th June 2022

Flir provides thermographers with two lenses in one

Teledyne Flir has introduced the FlexView dual field-of-view (DFOV) lens attachment for Flir Axxx and Txxx Series thermography cameras designed to improve operational efficiency, safety, and accuracy from switchyards to the plant floor.

29th June 2022

Technical considerations for the selection of retaining rings

Whatever the fastener requirement, you can find a retaining ring that can meet it. The challenge is to find the right one that will perform according to your specifications and deliver the expected economies. The experts at Rotor Clip offer guidance on the technical considerations for retaining ring selection.

29th June 2022

IFM releases new flow sensor for high-pressure applications

Designed specifically for accurate measurement of liquid flow rates in high-pressure applications, even if the flow rate is fluctuating rapidly, the new SBZ224 flow sensor from IFM Electronic is said to be ideal for monitoring and logging the performance of high-pressure cleaning systems.

29th June 2022

Large DIY palletiser robot from Igus at a low price

Igus says its drylin XXL gantry robot is up to 60% cheaper than comparable robot solutions and is particularly easy to put into service, with free online configuration help.

29th June 2022