Industrial Technology

Cooling technology delivers energy savings for bakery ovens

Karl Lycett, product manager for climate control at Rittal UK, explains how the company’s new cooling technology is delivering energy savings at Allied Bakeries.

16th November 2020

Igus joins global automation body Profibus and Profinet International (PI)

Igus has joined the world’s largest automation membership body to advance the research of Profinet technology in dynamic applications. The focus for Profibus and Profinet International (PI), which has more than 1,700 members worldwide, is the continuous development of Profibus and Profinet technology, the two most important enabling technologies in automation today.

10th November 2020

Rittal installs new production line chillers for Irish manufacturing business

A broken production line is a hugely expensive issue for any manufacturing business, both in terms of lost productivity and the cost of repairs.

9th November 2020

Modular switchgear system is more efficient and more versatile

The new VX25 Ri4Power system from Rittal is a modular based switchgear system ideally suited for both power distribution systems and motor control centres. From form 2a control panels to form 4b switchgear, Ri4Power is flexible to meet the requirements of today’s market and is compliant to the latest international switchgear standards. Faster, stronger, more efficient, the VX25 Ri4Power is the perfect solution for applications up to 6300 A.

29th October 2020

IFM has cables for convenience and reliability

Recognising that high-quality interconnections play an important role in enhancing the reliability of automation systems, IFM Electronic is now offering an extensive range of ecolink cables for use with field-mounted sensors. Suitable for use in a wide range of applications, including those in hygienic and wet areas, the new cables not only reduce wiring time for sensors, they also provide long lasting functionality thanks to their advanced design and sturdy construction.

29th October 2020

New Pinet aluminium hinges from FDB Panel Fittings

The new aluminium profile spring hinges from the panel fittings team at FDB/Pinet offer a range of features which enable specialist panel builders to achieve high quality solutions to regular enclosure problems of door closure by means of integral spring operation.

29th October 2020

Time to futureproof your factory

As some global manufacturing sectors face unprecedented pressure, there has never been a more opportune time to implement game-changing automation technologies. Those businesses that have been adopting technologies able to provide greater transparency, higher productivity and better process management will be better placed to move forward and adapt to the new manufacturing landscape.

29th October 2020

How to effectively add machine controllers to your factory floor

Machine controllers are at the heart of Industry 4.0 applications. They allow factories to run automated processes while ensuring product quality, consistency, efficiency and high throughput. Hence, choosing the right solution and implementing it correctly can make a significant difference to the success of an industrial automation project.

29th October 2020

Cressall improves efficiency of resistor element

Power resistor manufacturer, Cressall, has trialled a new configuration for its expanded mesh resistor element. The new, “Omega” shaping of the resistor elements will provide customers with an improved resistor design and better displacement of the mesh elements.

28th October 2020

Circuit breakers tailored for specific requirements

When looking for a product that needs to meet specific requirements, a standard product will often be right for the task, but not always. That is because in everyday working life there are always requirements that make it impossible to transform a specific product solution into a personal universal solution.

27th October 2020