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Novel energy supply applications wanted for biennial €5k prize and award

Novel energy supply applications wanted for biennial €5k prize and award

Made from high-performance plastics, Igus energy chains can rotate 7,000 degrees, travel at speeds of 10 m/s and move in multiple dimensions. Every two years, an expert panel awards the best energy chain applications and their developers with the vector award and up to €5k in prize money. Applications can be submitted now, and this year’s award also coincides with the 50th anniversary of the igus energy chain.

27th October 2021
RS Components introduces complete set of Amphenol CONEC circular connectors

RS Components introduces complete set of Amphenol CONEC circular connectors

RS Components has announced availability of a complete series of circular connectors manufactured by CONEC Elektronische Bauelemente, part of the Amphenol Group.

27th October 2021
Enclosure suppliers add value and engineered excellence in electrical enclosures

Enclosure suppliers add value and engineered excellence in electrical enclosures

The most significant shift in the industrial enclosure market over recent years has been the demand for increased customisation and fulfilment. From CNC machining to pre-assembled electrical terminals, additional services save the customer time and money. In some cases, turnkey solutions are provided and this bespoke approach has also had a knock-on effect for enclosure technology, which is becoming ever more specific to task.

27th October 2021
Panel fasteners and joiners now from FDB online with D-SNAP technology

Panel fasteners and joiners now from FDB online with D-SNAP technology

D-SNAP tool-less fastening technology has been specially developed by Dirak and is now available from the FDB Panel Fittings online store. Joining components with SNAP technology are intended for specialist panel building installations to suit demanding industrial environments, in order to make the assembly/installation process simple. By eliminating the need for tools, DST products can be easily inserted into sheet metal panels and enclosures using pre-punched location holes to connect sheets securely together.

27th October 2021
SIL/SIP reed relays handle continuous carry currents to 3A

SIL/SIP reed relays handle continuous carry currents to 3A

Pickering Electronics has launched the Series 100 HC high power SIL/SIP reed relay that is rated for 1A switching at up to 40W and up to 3A continuous carry current. Featuring the highest quality instrumentation-grade switches with sputtered ruthenium contacts, Series 100 HC relays are said to be suitable for low level or ‘dry’ switching applications.

27th October 2021
Kontron offers expanded software support for the PiXtend product range

Kontron offers expanded software support for the PiXtend product range

Kontron has expanded its PiXtend product range by supporting the engineering software logi.CAD 3 from the company logi.cals and the Spider Control I4.0 Integration Suite from iniNet.

27th October 2021
Quiet and energy-efficient glide plate for Alu Guide channels

Quiet and energy-efficient glide plate for Alu Guide channels

The modular Alu Guide system from Kabelschlepp Metool now also offers a plastic glide plate. This can easily be integrated into the channel wall without tools and ensures smooth gliding of the cable carrier. The company says the improved gliding properties can also save drive power, which results in lower energy consumption. An optimized damping band reduces noise generation and ensures quiet running of the cable carrier.

26th October 2021
B series and Redel P connectors for medical and surgical applications

B series and Redel P connectors for medical and surgical applications

Lemo and Reded are the two connector brands of the Lemo group that are used in medical world. Redel is in general the brand for the medical plastic connectors while Lemo is the brand for the metal connectors (with EMC shielding).

25th October 2021
Rencol

Rencol"s detent hinges lower costs, weight and improve access

Detent hinges combine several important functions in one discreet package. The primary function is to allow a door or access panel to be installed in a cabinet or enclosure, while the secondary function is to hold doors open at a predetermined angle, or multi predetermined angles, hands-free, and without the need for additional mechanical support from a gas spring or folding latch mechanism.

22nd October 2021
SKF tachometers expand options for gathering condition monitoring data

SKF tachometers expand options for gathering condition monitoring data

SKF has extended its range of tachometers, which can help manufacturing companies to optimise their condition monitoring on their production operations. Three new devices, including an all-mechanical model, join SKF’s portfolio of basic condition monitoring equipment. The handheld devices monitor conditions such as rotational and linear speed to help maintenance staff spot emerging mechanical problems in rotating machinery.

22nd October 2021
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