Industrial Technology

Torque sensor with separate sensing head can probe deep into machinery

Sensor Technology has extended its new range of torque sensors with a model that has the sensing head and electronics in separate housings. This has two advantages: the sensing head can fit into very confined spaces, and the electronics can be located in a position where they are protected from physical damage, dust, dirt, moisture, electromagnetic forces, etc.

12th January 2022

Sick's monitoring box opens a window to better machine performance

Sick has launched The Monitoring Box, a simple system that enables plug-and-play condition monitoring and preventative maintenance of sensors, machines, processes and plants. The Sick Monitoring Box can be adapted for diverse individual operating requirements to provide live status feedback and historical analysis, supporting more effective maintenance and optimised efficiency.

12th January 2022

Sensata contactors provide critical data to improve system performance

Sensata Technologies has announced the availability of the new GXC and MXC series of Smart-Tactor contactors with CAN bus communication which provide valuable data for improved system performance, reliability, and diagnostics in military, battery system, energy storage, commercial vehicle and industrial applications.

12th January 2022

ABB robot controllers offer faster, scalable, more energy efficient manufacturing

To meet the demand for faster, more efficient production, ABB is adding two new members to its OmniCore controller family. Available for a range of robots across ABB’s portfolio, the company says the new E10 and V250XT controllers offer best-in-class motion control, as well as 20 percent energy savings and future-proofing through built-in digital connectivity and 1000+ additional functions to meet changing requirements.

12th January 2022

RS Components and Schneider Electric unveil result of digital collaboration

RS Components has introduced an interactive digital motor control configurator, designed in partnership with industrial automation and energy management supplier Schneider Electric. The ‘Ask the Expert’ digital motor control configurator is an intuitive graphics-based product selection tool that helps automation engineers to configure motor control systems quickly and easily.

12th January 2022

European Covid disinfection robot honoured at Omron global contest to address social challenges

A team representing Omron Europe has been honoured for its ground-breaking automated UV disinfection robot at the company’s annual competition to address the most pressing social issues of today. Held annually, TOGA (The Omron Global Awards) aims to inspire Omron’s global workforce to look at their daily work from a social perspective and use their technical knowledge and the company’s best-in-class facilities to develop real-world purposeful and sustainable innovations for the benefit of society at large.

12th January 2022

Trifast invests to increase its European manufacturing capacity

International fastener specialist TR VIC spa, part of the Trifast plc group of companies, has further invested at its manufacturing site in central Italy, increasing its capacity to meet the growing European white goods market. The company says it has experienced unprecedented demand, which has been fuelled by an increase in consumer driven home improvements during Covid that shows no signs of abating.

12th January 2022

Fibre optic switches from Laser Components

Fibre optic switches for single mode and multimode fibres based on a micro-mechanical/micro-optical concept provide excellent performance parameters, high flexibility and long-term stability. The switches are available for a broad wavelength range from the ultraviolet to infrared and can be fabricated with practically all possible fibre types including large core fibres.

11th January 2022

Schneider Electric switchboard brings ground-breaking innovations in electrical distribution

Schneider Electric has launched the new PrismaSeT LV switchboard for its EcoStruxure Power architecture. PrismaSeT is the optimised, tested and BS EN IEC compliant solution, based on more than 30 years of experience in low voltage switchboards.

11th January 2022

Maxon video explains motor's mechanical performance considerations

Analysing the contained within a typical product datasheet can be a challenging task for the design engineer. But it’s crucial information nonetheless, particularly when it comes to motors, with the typical datasheet giving comprehensive information about voltage, nominal speed, current, torque, dimensions, thermal data, ball bearings and much more. Understanding the datasheet can help you in choosing the right product for a given application.

11th January 2022