16/05/2016 Simplifying motion integration with motorised lead screws Thomson’s ML series stepper motors with integrated leadscrews are claimed to offer machine builders a flexible linear motion solution that saves space, provides increased load capacity and improved ...
16/05/2016 Compact contactor brings ease-of-installation to the next level WEG has launched the CWB80, a user-friendly, compact power contactor to help electrical engineers and installers save space in the cabinet while enhancing ease of installation. With width of 54mm and ...
13/05/2016 Microstep drive for OEM applications Mclennan has released a miniature microstepping drive, aimed at OEM applications requiring step and direction control of smaller 2-phase stepper motors. The STR3 from Applied Motion Products (AMP) ...
13/05/2016 Heavy duty encoders for extreme environments BEI Sensors has launched the LP series of low profile encoders designed for high reliability position and speed feedback in harsh and challenging environments. Available in the UK through Variohm ...
12/05/2016 PTC introduces latest version of its ThingWorx IoT platform PTC has released ThingWorx 7, the latest version of its Internet of Things (IoT) platform. Robust, scalable, and easy to use, ThingWorx is said to enable designers to develop and deploy smart, ...
12/05/2016 Miniature linear guideway with position feedback Schneeberger has released the MINISCALE bearing system, a high precision miniature guideway combined with an optical measuring system, all in one unit. The range has been developed in order to meet ...
11/05/2016 Antistatic material for ESD-compatible applications Igus has introduced a universal plain bearing material that is said to help prevent the build-up of electrostatic charges.Being electrically conductive, any electrostatic charge is safely discharged ...
11/05/2016 NSK’s APTSURF cylindrical roller bearings offer high precision and performance for machine tool users NSK has released APTSURF, a range of high precision, high performance cylindrical roller bearings designed for the main spindle of machine tools. End users are claimed to benefit from enhanced ...
09/05/2016 FiberMaxHP 3-6 axis photonics alignment platform FiberMaxHP is a second-generation 3-6 axis photonics alignment platform built on Aerotech’s ANT nanopositioning product line. It is designed for critical photonics alignment in a highly automated ...
06/05/2016 Zortrax releases its 3D Model Library for all users Zortrax has announced that its Model Library has become a separate feature available to the public via the company's website. The Model Library is a cost-free tool which is claimed to allow users to ...
06/05/2016 First 3D CAD model app for Windows 10 CADENAS has made its ‘3D CAD models engineering’ app available for Windows 10 as a mobile and desktop version. The app has been available in the Google Play and iTunes Store since 2012. Growing ...
05/05/2016 ABB zenon extends automation solutions for the IoTSP ABB has extended its discrete automation offering to deliver more connectivity and application solutions for discrete manufacturing, general machinery and food and beverage machine builders.
05/05/2016 Unlimited possibilities for equally as many applications NKE Austria has unveiled its series of single row cylindrical roller bearings that features a range of variants. More than 3000 types are made to order in NKE’s assembly plant in Austria. The ...
04/05/2016 Instant pneumatic cylinder configuration IMI Precision Engineering has launched an online configuration service – supporting more than 60 native CAD formats - aimed at enabling design engineers to instantly configure fluid and motion ...
04/05/2016 Smart flow measurement ABB has expanded its range of Coriolis flowmeters by adding the FCB400, featuring a new electronics platform offering users the option of up to five, freely-configurable communication outputs. ...
03/05/2016 Cost effective press-fitting systems Power costs money. And when presses in electronics and small parts manufacturing are oversized, it can often cost too much. Festo’s YJKP servo press kit is said to allow electric press-fitting ...
03/05/2016 Electromotive process valves make compressed air obsolete Bürkert has released the Type 3360 and Type 3361 electromotive process valves that are said to offer precision control without the need for compressed air. The valves are designed as a complete unit ...
29/04/2016 Clamp style shaft collars for food equipment Ruland manufactures clamp style shaft collars that are commonly used for guiding, spacing, stopping, mounting, and component alignment on food processing, packaging, and handling equipment.
29/04/2016 Maintenance-free rotational coupling for large mills and processing plants Centa Transmissions has unveiled a high performance, low maintenance shaft-to-shaft flexible coupling designed for heavy duty operation in large industrial mills, processing plant and mining ...
28/04/2016 Latest PlantPAx release reduces time-to-market and improves user experience The latest release of Rockwell Automation’s PlantPAx modern distributed control system (DCS) is claimed to help engineers across multiple industries modernise their plants and reduce time-to-market. ...
28/04/2016 New benchmark for standard valves Festo has extended its range of VUVS and VUVG standard single valve technologies with the launch of its ‘blue star’ VUVS-LK…-S and VUVG-LK…-S products. These valves have been designed to meet a wide ...
27/04/2016 Plain bearing material with universal resistance to chemicals Iglidur X, from igus, is claimed to combine resistance to high temperatures and chemicals with compressive strength. In comparison with other iglidur materials, iglidur X is designed for extreme ...
27/04/2016 NORD introduces size 14 industrial gear units with 190kNm output torque NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has extended its industrial gear unit range by adding a new size with 190kNm output torque. The series now comprises nine sizes and covers torques from 25 to 250kNm. The addition of ...
26/04/2016 Quarter-turn actuator DFPD sets new standards in process automation Festo has released a rack and pinion quarter-turn actuator DFPD that is claimed to be modular, resilient and versatile. It is said to be suited to applications with ball valves, shut off valves or ...
26/04/2016 Economically efficient power recovery Lenze has unveiled the Smart Energy Recovery r700, said to take power recovery to new levels of economic efficiency, practicality and simplicity. Available in two power versions: 12/24 and 26/48kW it ...
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