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Whether you're looking to automate a simple machine or a complex plant area, you need components that are easy to integrate into existing systems and that are straightforward to install and commission. Asco Numatics pneumatic valve islands achieve this, and help you avoid costly delays in engineering.  

23rd April 2015
Square profile linear guide offers adjustable clearance

Square profile linear guide offers adjustable clearance

Igus has extended its Q10 series square guide with the introduction of the drylin Q20. This new size, with a 20mm profile is said to be ideal for self-supporting and high load applications. The guide's rigid square profile ensures resistance against twisting, while supporting torque of up to 10Nm in all directions. The bearing clearance can be adjusted manually, allowing the running accuracy to be increased or decreased, depending on the application.

23rd April 2015
Meeting EN50598 efficiency standard for power drive systems

Meeting EN50598 efficiency standard for power drive systems

Yasar Yüce of Bauer Gears looks at the reasoning for the new EN50598 standard and the implications for manufacturers and end users.

23rd April 2015
Mitsubishi expands GOT2000 series by adding GT25 models

Mitsubishi expands GOT2000 series by adding GT25 models

Following the successful introduction of its award winning GOT2000 series Mitsubishi Electric has launched a new model range in the form the GT25 series designed to strike a balance between high performance and cost efficiency. Also new to the GOT family is a larger 15-inch variant of the high-end GT27 series, now the largest HMI on offer from Mitsubishi Electric. Accompanying the new hardware is also a new release of the user-friendly GT SoftGOT2000 Soft-HMI.

23rd April 2015
New economical industrial VPN routers for low-cost remote access

New economical industrial VPN routers for low-cost remote access

eWON is unveiling the new range of low-cost eWON Cosy 131 industrial VPN remote access routers for machine builders, system integrators and OEMs on tight budgets, yet the eWON Cosy 131 benefits from options for LAN, WiFi and 3G+ connections. With eWON Cosy, machine PLCs and HMIs can be easily accessed remotely, so installers can troubleshoot machines from the comfort of their own office, regardless of where the machine is located in the world.

8th April 2015

High capacity twin screw pumps provide smooth pulseless flows

High capacity twin screw pumps provide smooth pulseless flows

When high capacity fluids transfer applications require a self-priming pump which can provide smooth, pulse less flows up to 1700 m3 / hour and at pressures up to 55 Bar; 3P PERA PRINZ Twin Screw Pumps are the ideal solution.  Recently introduced in the UK by Michael Smith Engineers, these high capacity pumps are available with either one, or two pairs of screws and in a choice of wetted materials.

7th April 2015
Conrad now stocking FLIR ONE thermal imager for iPhone

Conrad now stocking FLIR ONE thermal imager for iPhone

Conrad Business Supplies is stocking FLIR System Inc's latest thermal imaging product to be released in Europe. The FLIR ONE offers the company's expertise in thermography and thermal imaging cameras that enhance perception and awareness in a pocket-sized format. Utilising a slim case which conveniently attaches to an iPhone 5 or 5s, FLIR ONE provides a compact and easy method for turning a smartphone into a powerful thermal infrared camera, giving the ability to "˜see' and measure minute temperature variances on the phone's screen.

31st March 2015

Shaft-mounted gearbox range available off the shelf from Renold

Shaft-mounted gearbox range available off the shelf from Renold

Renold Gears' standard range of SMX heavy-duty, shaft-mounted gearboxes is now available off the shelf for immediate delivery as part of the company's Rapid Response gearbox delivery service. The units feature hardened and profile ground helical gears for maximum power transmission, efficiency, long life and smooth operation. High-capacity, heavy-duty roller bearings ensure problem-free operation and maximum load carrying capacity for a wide range of applications.

23rd March 2015
The Weetabix Food Company drives down its energy costs

The Weetabix Food Company drives down its energy costs

Accurate end-product sizing, lower maintenance costs, quieter operation and reduced energy bills are the results of replacing DC drives and motors with their AC equivalent across two extruder lines used in the production of the breakfast cereal, Weetos.  

20th March 2015
Elimination of motor failures saves £1000s for Weetabix

Elimination of motor failures saves £1000s for Weetabix

Elimination of motor failures has to date saved £1000s in maintenance engineering costs for Weetabix. These savings have accrued following the installation of 'Marlin' stainless steel AC motors from Lafert in January 2014 as replacements for conventional motors on breakfast cereal extruders at a production facility in Corby.

20th March 2015
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