John Mackey, Head of Automation Sales, WAGO UK & Ireland, explores the benefits of interoperable technology in automation modernisation.

Testing aerospace fuel pumps requires highly controlled environments that replicate real-world operating conditions, while also meeting strict hazardous-area compliance requirements. Beckhoff helped Futura Systems develop a flexible test rig platform capable of supporting multiple pump variants within a single architecture.

Copper remains the preferred material for high-current distribution in switchgear and control panels, but what is best practice for bending and fabricating copper busbars correctly? The experts at Rittal explain how you can ensure accurate and repeatable production in modern panel building environments.

Standard latches are not up to the job when high IP protection classes, vibrations and tight manufacturing tolerances matter. Compression latches are used when a defined sealing compression is required in addition to the closing function. EMKA has evaluated the recent market demand and identified three typical requirement profiles.

With the new Flashtrab SPP combined lightning current and surge arresters from the Safe Protection Plus product family, Phoenix Contact is providing innovative surge and lightning current protection for modern installations and systems: powerful, safe, and compact.

Beckhoff Automation has launched the new ED series EtherCAT Terminals, providing machine builders and control engineers with a modernised I/O solution that combines faster installation, simplified diagnostics and seamless compatibility with existing EtherCAT systems.

Power limitations, tight spaces and complex security setups have traditionally made Bluetooth access hardware difficult to implement - especially in mobile, retrofit or remote environments. Southco's new Battery-Operated Single Output Bluetooth Controller eliminates these barriers with a fully self-contained, plug-and-play solution that delivers long battery life, simplified installation and secure mobile access.

The new Step Power USB-PD power supply from Phoenix Contact is a flexible and efficient solution for supplying power to modern end devices in building automation. The USB PD (Power Delivery) standard not only supplies smart meter gateways, Raspberry Pis, and other smart home components reliably, but also charges mobile end devices such as tablets and laptops quickly.

With the Catan C1, Phoenix Contact is presenting a controller for building automation that combines open architecture, modular extendibility, and interoperability. As part of the product family of the same name, the Catan C1 has been designed for durability, maintainability, and reuse.

WDS Components introduces Custom ID, a new range of industrial knobs, handles and cam lock dust covers with integrated artwork. Labelling, product identification and/or brand customisation is directly integrated into hardware components.