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Construction of Sulzer"s new Birmingham Service Centre on track

Work on Sulzer’s new state-of-the-art service centre in Birmingham, UK, is continuing to schedule. As planned, the building is now watertight, and attention is turning to the internal construction of the workshop area and the offices. Customers can expect the new facility to be open towards the end of autumn 2020, and in the meantime, the existing service centre will continue to work at full capacity.

9th September 2020
Stromag spring applied brakes specified for busy bascule bridge at Port of Antwerp

Stromag spring applied brakes specified for busy bascule bridge at Port of Antwerp

As the second largest seaport in Europe, the Port of Antwerp handles over 200 million tonnes of cargo each year. It’s vital that ships and barges are able to navigate through the port without obstruction, while rail and road links must also remain clear for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. It’s no wonder that there is a large network of bascule bridges (drawbridges) throughout the port, all of which need to operate reliably day and night. As part of the ongoing refurbishment of the bridge drive systems, Stromag’s 3CA2 electromagnetic disc brakes have been selected to perform stopping and holding functions.

9th September 2020
Renishaw announces new digital initiatives to support its global manufacturing customers

Renishaw announces new digital initiatives to support its global manufacturing customers

Renishaw is committed to maintaining global supply chains and supporting its customers worldwide. During these uncertain times that means adapting, and helping industry to adapt, to new priorities and requirements.

9th September 2020
NSK develops ultra-high-speed ball bearings for EV motors

NSK develops ultra-high-speed ball bearings for EV motors

NSK has developed a new ball bearing that, thanks to its ultra-high-speed capability, is ideal for use in the traction motors of electric and hybrid vehicles. As well as allowing electric motors to operate at higher speeds, the new bearing improves fuel economy (reduced power consumption per unit distance), supports the increase of vehicle range and contributes to better user comfort.

8th September 2020
For safety interlocks, look no further than IFM

For safety interlocks, look no further than IFM

Safety interlocks in the new MN7XX series from IFM Electronic use RFID technology in combination with unique actuator coding, which means that tampering and unauthorised operation are rendered virtually impossible. Suitable for use in safety systems that meet the requirements for PL e to ISO 13849-1 or SIL CL3 to IEC 62061, up to 32 of the new interlocks can be connected in series without reducing the safety functionality.

8th September 2020
Highly durable 1.27mm pitch industrial connectors from Harwin now accompanied by cable assemblies

Highly durable 1.27mm pitch industrial connectors from Harwin now accompanied by cable assemblies

Harwin has expanded its Archer Kontrol board-to-board industrial connector portfolio to meet cable-to-board requirements. Based on customer feedback, the company has just introduced off-the-shelf IDC cable assembly options to accompany the existing discrete connector components. These are available now direct from stock through Harwin’s global network of distributors.

8th September 2020
Rittal publishes guide to intelligent PDUs

Rittal publishes guide to intelligent PDUs

The recent, rapid increase in global digitization has led to a steep rise in the numbers of companies installing new, more powerful IT systems to support their operations. The new reality is that having access to fail-safe, secure IT has become an existential requirement for many businesses. And a key part of ensuring IT reliability is delivering a stable power supply.

8th September 2020
New fast-assembly UNICASE instrument enclosures

New fast-assembly UNICASE instrument enclosures

New improved UNICASE aluminium instrument enclosures from Metcase (the metal enclosure division of OKW) are now even quicker to assemble – thanks to redesigned chassis profiles and a new assembly tool (available as an accessory).

8th September 2020
Volkswagen integrates latest Eplan and Rittal solutions

Volkswagen integrates latest Eplan and Rittal solutions

Volkswagen has released the sixth generation of its VASS (Volkswagen Audi Seat Skoda) Standard, which includes an update to Eplan Version 2.9. The standard has also been expanded to include 3D functionality in switchgear system engineering and information for bi-directional exchange with PLC project planning tools. The new VX25 control cabinet system from Rittal has also been integrated into the standard.

8th September 2020
New super slim safety brake from Abssac

New super slim safety brake from Abssac

Now available through Abssac, the brand new BXR-LE type super slim safety brake has an impressive, space saving, physical size. The spring actuated brake model is half the thickness, but the same outer diameter, as its big brother type BXW series. It is operated by the compressive force delivered from several built in springs which are activated in the event of a power failure or if the power is cut off due to an emergency.

4th September 2020
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