Industrial Technology

Standard enclosure hardware to suit specialist engineering sectors

Emka has noted that the market for standard enclosure hardware has blossomed into multiple sectors, meaning housings of all types can be fitted with the most appropriate, up to date and cost-effective components to directly suit the application.

27th April 2022

Crucial kit and supplies from RS will help team fulfil Le Mans 24 race ambition

RS Components is championing access to motorsport for all with its sponsorship of Team BRIT, an all-disabled racing team. As part of the support package, it is providing crucial kit and supplies to the team, which has aspirations to become the first ever all-disabled team to race in the Le Mans 24 hour.

21st April 2022

Igus components making your ride more comfortable

When you think of car seat, you probably don’t think of the components designed and used within the mechanism of that seat. Why would you?

19th April 2022

New hardware concepts for the autonomous trucks of the future

The era of the long-haul autonomous truck is fast approaching. With it will come both challenges and opportunities to redesign the interior of autonomous vehicles to serve new functions and activities of those who operate them.

14th April 2022

Emka hardware for specialist high speed water shuttle

When Advanced Aerodynamic Vessels needed hardware components to reliably close the entrance doors, flaps, and entrances to the engine compartment – among other things, in a prestigious project in which VIP shuttles transport passengers through the port of Monaco – it turned to Emka.

14th April 2022

Answering customer-driven needs in miniature motor design and development

Sunil Kumar, product manager at Portescap, explains why ‘voice of the customer’ research is critical for optimising miniature motor design.

11th April 2022

Swing handles help put the squeeze on litter

Swing handles and hinges from Telford-based access hardware manufacturer Industrilas have been specified as part of a new, automated smart wastebin that is delivering significant cost savings to municipal authorities – as well as helping to keep towns and cities tidier.

5th April 2022

Rolec introduces new diecast industrial electronic enclosures

Specialist enclosures manufacturer Rolec has launched advanced new aluDOOR – its next generation of hinged-lid housings for harsh outdoor and indoor industrial applications. The company says aluDOOR is an elegant, tough, go-anywhere enclosure that is rated IP66, IP67 and – on request – IP69K. It can be mounted on walls, bulkheads, machines and desks.

5th April 2022

SKF and VBN in additive manufacturing cooperation

SKF and VBN Components have been working together for several years within additive manufacturing of hard and highly wear resistant steels with significantly enhanced fatigue properties. As a next step, a joint project is planned with the potential application of this technology on large size bearings.

28th March 2022

Condensation-free distribution board enclosure suited to outdoor use

Spelsberg says its AK Air condensation-free enclosure for electrical distribution boards is proving popular for outdoor use, in addition to indoor installation. The enclosure’s integrated ventilation system expels virtually all condensation, protecting distribution boards from short circuit and corrosion. The enclosure also provides an IP65 rating, protecting internals from heavy rain. A modular design also enables fast and simple installation with a tool-free ability to connect multiple units together.

25th March 2022

Design Engineering