Staffordshire-based electrical and electronics components supplier, Switchtec, has launched a new e-commerce website and upgraded its software applications to support a growing customer and product base. [Read More]

L.A.C. Conveyors and Automation, working closely with long standing partner Interroll, have installed a full turnkey sortation system at a UK sorting facility of leading courier, Skynet Worldwide Express. The vertical crossbelt sorter at its core can achieve sorting rates of 4,000 parcels per hour. [Read More]

At this year’s PPMA Total the Carlo Gavazzi team will be on hand to discuss the latest technological innovations and advantages of IO-Link Sensors; illustrating increased availability of data, standardised wiring, remote configuration and monitoring as well as, simple device replacement. Also on show will be the latest wireless handheld IO-Link smart configurator which makes a laborious task quick and easy. [Read More]

Bott has developed an ergonomic workstation, combining advanced design, high-quality manufacture and a flexible approach. [Read More]

ABB has launched Dodge Safety Mount spherical roller bearings with a built-in patented locking mechanism that reduces installation time by up to 75% compared to traditional products. [Read More]

Pneumatic cylinders often require running actuators as fast as possible without introducing excessive shock or vibration, which can become demanding. Engineers generally use an air cushion to avoid any lasting damage to the cylinder, however, adjustment of these end-position cushions requires time. [Read More]

The new Safe SENC incremental encoder with HTL interface from Wieland Electric is available as an accessory to the Wieland Samos range or for use with other third party systems and makes it possible to monitor the speed, direction, and position of the motor and/or machine load to provide secure feedback. [Read More]

Test and measurement expert HBM has expanded its range of data acquisition modules with the SomatXR MX1609TB-R. This amplifier is part of the industry standard’s SomatXR family, and provides engineers with a reliable and flexible solution to measuring temperature, particularly in harsh operating conditions. [Read More]