Panasonic offers free demo disk for factory automation software tools (25/01/2012)

Panasonic Electric Works UK is offering a new factory automation software tools demonstration disk that provides free evaluation programs of several Panasonic software products, including FPWIN Pro6 PLC Programming Software, GTWIN HMI Programming...

Powerful biometric access control from Captec (25/01/2012)

As security threats involving crime and terrorism become more prominent, computer technology has become a powerful weapon in the fight against unauthorised access, increasing the need for more accurate authentication. Powerful, yet cost effective...

Batteries for semi-traction applications (23/01/2012)

Yuasa Battery Sales (UK) has introduced the new Pro-Spec range of semi-traction batteries featuring advanced charge technology to deliver extra power, higher reliability and prolonged service life. The new batteries are designed for use in electric...

Triaxial accelerometer has improved in-band signal fidelity (23/01/2012)

Variohm EuroSensor has added a new triaxial accelerometer to its vibration sensor range that has improved in-band signal fidelity and a 50% increase in dynamic range over previously available models. The new 993B-7-M12, from Variohm's distribution...

High performance videoscope has a 3.8mm probe (23/01/2012)

Outstanding quality images are produced with the new MicroEye videoscope from Ultrafine Technology thanks to the micro image sensor located at the extreme tip of the probe. Only 3.8mm in diameter, the flexible probe has LED illumination and two-way...

Small motorised Cat Pumps are now available ex-stock (23/01/2012)

Many of Cat Pumps' smaller high-pressure pumps can now be mounted directly to standard European electric motors using their specially made bell housings and couplings. These pumps can then be direct-driven at motor shaft speed, providing a compact,...

Energy efficient cooling using ambient air (23/01/2012)

Rittal has extended its range of TopTherm fan and filter units with a 230Vac 900m3/h variant. The entire range of fan and filter units utilise a diagonal fan to provide improved performance against increased static pressure differencials. In turn,...

Combined roller bearings for horizontal and vertical linear motion applications (23/01/2012)

Now available from EuroBearings is a range of combined roller bearings that offer a combination of a radial and an axial bearing operating at 90º to each other on a common hub. The radial bearing carries the main load and the axial roller resists...

IP66 fibreglass wall-mount enclosures provide outstanding protection (23/01/2012)

New from Schroff is the ULTRX range of fibreglass wall-mount enclosures, which provide long-life protection for electronics or electrical equipment in potentially corrosive environments. Manufactured by Hoffman, one of Schroff’s sister companies...

Performance seals for applications in which cleanliness is critical (23/01/2012)

Pharmaceutical and food process lines which are required to operate at the highest hygiene levels, utilise pure, high temperature aggressive water (WFI) systems for their SIP (Steam in Place) and CIP (Clean in Place) processes. The operation of...

Frameless brushless servo motors (23/01/2012)

Inmoco has extended its precision servo motor range with the introduction of the Kollmorgen KBM Series of frameless brushless servo motors. The frameless design provides a cost-effective, compact method of achieving positional accuracy in a smaller,...

Versatile KM6 subrack family for all applications (23/01/2012)

Verotec offers four different variants of KM6 subracks, each optimised for specific applications. All meet IEC60297-3, are the most versatile and configurable systems on the market and are available ex-stock with no minimum order value. For light...

Extended range of miniature enclosures for personal electronics (23/01/2012)

OKW has added more versions and accessories to its award winning ‘MINITEC’ range of miniature enclosures. These attractive multi-coloured housings are designed for personal electronic devices which are carried in the hand, on a key ring, wrist...

NSK develops energy-saving bearings for high-efficiency motors (20/01/2012)

NSK has developed energy-saving bearings for high-efficiency motors that halve the friction loss of rolling bearings used in conventional products. The new bearings contribute to a reduction of electric power consumption by these high-efficiency...

Chain offers high performance in wet and corrosive duties (20/01/2012)

There are now four versions of Tsubaki’s BS/DIN European Standard Chain for use in corrosive environments. Each version is designed to outlast standard chains across the widest range of operating environments, including low temperature, sanitary,...

Precision angle encoder range is extended (20/01/2012)

Zettlex has extended its IncOder precision angle encoder range to include a choice of 600 different products. IncOder precision angle encoders are suitable for harsh environments such as industrial, military and aerospace equipment – where optical...

Multi-channel controller has a larger display and more I/O options (18/01/2012)

Impress Sensors & Systems has launched a compact, multi-channel controller with large touchscreen colour TFT display and up to 72 digital I/O. The new CMC-141 controller is the ‘big brother’ of the CMC-99, providing all the same functionality and...

Increased protection for servo geared motors (17/01/2012)

Lenze has extended the application of its OKS surface protection system to servo motors and servo geared motors, offering an attractive alternative to stainless steel components. The highest of the three protection levels, the OKS-L, meets category...

Ultra compact camera exploits 'SuperSpeed' USB 3.0 (17/01/2012)

The ultra compact (29 x 29 x 29mm) uEye CP camera from IDS has been added to Stemmer Imaging’s industrial vision camera portfolio. Featuring the USB 3.0 interface, the uEye CP benefits fully from data transfer rates faster than GigE cameras and over...