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World"s first charge amplifier with embedded IO-Link technology

Kistler is launching its 5028A charge amplifier – the first device of its type that can use IO-Link technology to output analog signals from piezo-electric sensors as digital measurement data. Benefits for users include highly rigid and dynamic piezoelectric measurement technology, digital data that is resistant to interference from disturbance variables, and end-to-end communication all the way through to sensor level. IO-Link technology supplies users with real-time data to monitor the condition of their plants and measurement chains. This opens the way to predictive maintenance. When the IO-Link component is replaced, the new parameters are transferred automatically.

24th April 2020
More IP-rated enclosures with display windows

More IP-rated enclosures with display windows

Rolec now offers a wider range of standard and customisable cases with windows for standard display modules and panels. These diecast aluminium, GRP and plastic enclosures are said to be ideal for command electronics, IoT/IIoT, Industry 4.0, smart factory technology, process automation and machine control. As well as providing windows for display panels, Rolec’s customising service also includes CNC machining for connections and controls, painting, printing of legends and logos, laser processing, EMC shielding, special materials, membrane keypads and full assembly.

24th April 2020
Quick and easy cam mounting for swinghandles

Quick and easy cam mounting for swinghandles

The Dirak Swinghandle system from FDB Panel Fittings is now enhanced with the introduction of their 3-440 Bearing Plate RS bases. These intermediary mounting accessories enable use of swinghandles with a single point polyamide latching cam or alternatively with standard cam and multi-point rod locking if required. Installation is quick and simple with initial clip attachment to the swinghandle base, then twin screw fastening for security and sealing. These internal support plates secure the swinghandle through doors of 1mm up to 3mm thickness and provide 270° limitation with the locking position engaged at 90°.

24th April 2020
Motion control specialist celebrates 50 years

Motion control specialist celebrates 50 years

50 years ago this month, Aerotech was an American garage start-up with Hungarian roots. From its beginnings as a toolmaker, the company is today recognised as a leading positioning systems designer.

24th April 2020
RS Components rallies DesignSpark community to produce 3D printed visors

RS Components rallies DesignSpark community to produce 3D printed visors

RS Components has embarked on a partnership with the National 3D Printing Society (N3DPS) in the UK to enable frontline health workers to quickly access vital personal protection equipment (PPE) as they tirelessly continue their efforts to combat the COVID-19 virus. To directly support this urgent action, RS has teamed up with its RS PRO supplier to donate 400kg of PLA filament to N3DPS from end-of-reel-supplies. This quantity of filament will be enough to produce up to 20,000 visor frames and is available to users who join the N3DPS campaign.

22nd April 2020
mk delivers belt conveyors for PPE mask production

mk delivers belt conveyors for PPE mask production

mk has responded to a key customer request by delivering a large number of conveyors in a short time frame. The conveyors were required for a plant that needs to produce up to 100 PPE masks per minute in a fully automatic process. As the demand for such plants is extremely high due to the spread of the coronavirus, the conveyors needed to be delivered quickly as well as being easy to put into operation.

22nd April 2020
Universal Robots offers free online consultations to Pharma companies

Universal Robots offers free online consultations to Pharma companies

Following increased enquiries from the pharmaceutical and medical supply industries, Universal Robots is introducing free online consultations and on-demand webinars for any companies seeking to rapidly scale-up output and address labour shortages in their facilities. Many organisations in the medical supply field are finding themselves tasked with helping to combat the spread of Covid-19. This means that organisations must be more flexible in order to switch up production lines in order to produce items such as PPE or ventilators. This is where automation can help.

20th April 2020
Servo motors and drives from Lafert

Servo motors and drives from Lafert

Manufacturing brushless motors with permanent magnet motors since the early 90’s, Lafert offers extensive proven expertise in this continuously developing technology.

1st April 2020
Height-adjustable monitor floor stand

Height-adjustable monitor floor stand

With the new height-adjustable monitor floor stand, RK Rose+Krieger is expanding its RK monitor holder product range to include a robust, ergonomic standing workstation for industry. The work surface and monitor mounting are supported by a stable triple column system and can be adjusted conveniently by hand to the size of the respective user.

31st March 2020
UR10 cobot from RARUK Automation saves labour costs at BWI

UR10 cobot from RARUK Automation saves labour costs at BWI

RARUK Automation has supplied a Universal Robots UR10 collaborative robot (cobot) to BWI Group’s Luton plant, which specialises in the assembly of complete suspension modules to the global transportation market. The UR10 is currently employed tending a blow-moulding machine, where completed parts are extracted every 25 seconds and placed in containers ready for shipping, saving on the need – and cost – of having a human operative in attendance.

31st March 2020
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