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Baumer launches new products at PPMA Show

Baumer launches new products at PPMA Show

Sensing and instrumentation specialist Baumer will be showcasing its extensive range of Sensor Solutions for Packaging and Food & Beverage applications at the PPMA Total Show, NEC 1st to 3rd  October on Stand D54, Hall 5. Launched at the show will be a new multi-spot Laser measurement sensor with Ethernet interface and webserver, together with robust, IP67 ultrasonic sensors.

21st September 2019
Tom Parker returns to PPMA Show 2019

Tom Parker returns to PPMA Show 2019

Pneumatics and Hydraulics specialist Tom Parker will be returning to the PPMA Show to showcase its comprehensive range of products for the process and packaging machinery industry.

21st September 2019
RARUK demonstrates robot solutions at PPMA 2019

RARUK demonstrates robot solutions at PPMA 2019

From entry-level products through to complete turnkey solutions, the RARUK Automation product programme enables the company to partner with OEMs, systems integrators and manufacturers to provide innovative, application-specific automated solutions. This is a company that truly provides automation solutions for everyone.

21st September 2019
Festo launches market

Festo launches market"s most compact slide

Festo takes compact pneumatic drives to a higher level with the introduction of the industry’s most compact slide unit – the DGST. It is being launched together with a new range of compact cylinders and guided cylinders to provide the ideal drive combination for compact assembly systems.

21st September 2019
Proportional solenoids just got even smaller

Proportional solenoids just got even smaller

Hot on the heels of its recent launch of the VPRM range of innovative compact proportional solenoid valves for pneumatics, Magnet Schultz, the specialist in electric actuators and solenoid subassemblies, has developed a new member of the family that reduces the form factor to an impressive 7mm diameter. The new VPKM-007 is ideal for miniature air and gas flow regulation applications.

21st September 2019
Microstepping drive for distributed I/O system

Microstepping drive for distributed I/O system

Recently launched by Phytron and available from Mclennan - its exclusive UK and Ireland sales partner - the TM StepDrive is designed specifically for the SIMATIC ET 200SP HA distributed and scalable I/O system. The compliance tested microstepping drive is plug and play compatible with the PROFINET-based Siemens PLC, allowing the seamless addition of motion control to automation systems in process control, packaging machinery, pick and place assembly lines and more.

21st September 2019
Ultrasonic sensors with IO-Link for continuous level measurement

Ultrasonic sensors with IO-Link for continuous level measurement

The M30 range of ultrasonic position sensors from IFM Electronic has been designed specifically for applications where continuous level measurement and object detection for bulk materials or liquids applications are required. The IFM M30 range includes sensors such as the UIT501, one of 6 options for continuous level measurement and object detection which are distinguished by their ability to cover a sensing distance range of up to 8 metres. Among the key features is the ability to adjust the width of sound beam via IO-Link which also helps users to prepare for Industry 4.0.

21st September 2019
Stainless steel cable carrier proves successful under extreme conditions

Stainless steel cable carrier proves successful under extreme conditions

A solid stainless steel cable carrier is ensuring the performance of the crane systems on the huge ship, the North Sea Giant.

21st September 2019
Electric vehicle charging points drive growth in cable management systems

Electric vehicle charging points drive growth in cable management systems

A recent Government announcement of a £40 million investment in the charging point infrastructure needed for electric vehicles is a clear indication that this sector will grow rapidly. The continued growth in the production of electric vehicle charging stations is driving an increase in demand for the range of cable management products from UK manufacturers of these systems.

21st September 2019
Cable management for demanding applications

Cable management for demanding applications

From cleanroom environments to applications with elevated temperatures, cables have to meet demanding performance requirements. Here we look at some of the innovations and solutions for cable management in these more challenging application areas.

21st September 2019
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