SWITCH AND control panels protect electrical devices in a 'hostile environment'. They prevent damage from moisture, dust or contact. But that is not enough. Accessories are often used for ease of use and to make the assembly of panels simpler and clearer. These usually originated from the user. It is important that these accessories meet the same requirements as those that apply to building the panel, writes Emma Ryde.

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With self-landing rocket boosters, deep-space asteroid hopping probes and the reignition of Moon missions over half a century on – the space race might be over, but the race to exploit the final frontier is just heating up. Jonathan Parry discusses the special considerations that go into space-worthy cables and connectors

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WITH ITS new generation myPNOZ modular safety relay, Pilz has introduced what the company reports to be the world’s first batch size one safety relay. Customers use the intuitive online myPNOZ Creator tool to configure their relay, which is then produced and delivered completely pre-assembled, set up and tested ready for installation.

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EVEN IN these highly unprecedented times of economic uncertainty, the number of devices connecting to the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is still gathering pace and it is reckoned that over 20 billion devices will be connected by next year. It’s a market that’s already worth a fortune. David Phillips reports

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Orthotropy, or not to be? That is the question. The pertinent question for users of additive manufacturing, at least, as this article from Additive Flow explores

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Specifically designed for horizontal use in intralogistics and on crane systems, the autoglide 5 from igus does not require a guide trough; instead, it lies on a steel wire rope held in place by the e-chain contour.

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With almost half of all system failures caused by poorly connected conductors, there has never been a better time to re-examine the advantages and performance guarantees screwless conductor connection technology solutions offer. Clive Humphrey highlights the installation, performance and time saving benefits of going screwless for conductor connections in terminal blocks.

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Spelsberg IBT electrical enclosures and fittings are being installed into pre-cast concrete panels to help in the time-critical construction of the London School of Economics’ new Paul Marshall Institute.

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Dispensing robots enable the automation of the application of adhesives, potting compounds, encapsulants, sealants, form in place gaskets, temporary masking, lubricants and other liquids, fluids and pastes. Peter Swanson looks at considerations for choosing such a system

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With factory automation on the rise, the need to connect components safely, reliably and cost-effectively is also increasing. Terminal blocks can provide a solution

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When temperatures rise above 100°C, most sensors are unable to cope, can fail after a short period of time and frequently have to be replaced. Addressing this are flow and temperature sensors specifically designed for high-temperature applications, for example FlexFlow thermal flow sensors available from Baumer

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Industry 4.0 is the current buzzword of choice for engineers and marketing professionals across almost every market sector; and for good reason. Industry 4.0 describes the integration of digital communication with the industrial process to create a network of ‘smart’ tools and components that can improve efficiency, quality, productivity and safety.

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As a key technology for an end-to-end network from sensor to cloud, single pair Ethernet speeds up implementation of IIoT

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When adding new loads to an existing electrical service or set of feeders, the first thing to determine is whether the existing system can support the new loads. Will they put the system over capacity? Often, local electrical authorities need to know before they issue permits

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Venturing into the great outdoors has always been a frontier too far when it comes to agreeing an internationally-recognised Technical Standard for safety solutions that use sensors and sensor systems to detect people in the open air, writes Dr Martin Kidman

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The computer games generation was always a refence to teenagers… well it was in the ‘80s and '90s. It’s no surprise then that most engineers working now are comfortable with digital interface technology and that the latest developments in Augmented Reality have quickly been applied to making improvements on the factory floor

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A recent step change in technology is set to revolutionise the manufacture of mould tools for plastic parts. Marcel Gowers explains this development and its benefits to businesses

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TE Connectivity is playing its part in supporting the change to decentralised, modular production concepts through its development of the new HMN connector series for harsh industrial environments, writes Sascha Lambauer

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Metal additive manufacturing is moving rapidly from prototyping to production for mission-critical, risk-averse applications in defence and aerospace, as this collaboration between 3D Systems and Thales Alenia Space to use Direct Metal Printing (DMP) for the production of antenna brackets for a geostationary telecommunications satellite demonstrates

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Bollhoff’s Helicoil Plus range of threaded inserts has been developed to provide design engineers with additional security when using threaded fasteners in critical environments, particularly where loosening fasteners are at best an annoyance and at worst a potentially catastrophic occurrence

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SICK’s magnetic cylinder sensors offer the highest level of accuracy and control for pneumatic and hydraulic cylinder position monitoring.

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SICK’s inductive, capacitive and magnetic proximity sensors offer a long service life, extreme ruggedness and the utmost precision - providing non-contact detection of a wide variety of objects and media.

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Hoffman enclosures protect critical process controls and the people who operate them in the most hazardous locations worldwide.

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A replace-in-place designed coupling for quick installation and replacement.

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The 319 series comprises of a low voltage, permanent magnet DC motor with worm gearbox developed for a compact, low noise and cost effective solution to suit many applications.

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The ultimate switching solution

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Our in-house toolroom offers you cost effective mould making. Established partnerships with UK and overseas toolmakers offers you maximum flexibility.

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The PROLINE modular enclosure system is designed to protect electrical and electronic equipment with particular focus on industrial applications.

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ATC Semitec now offers the widest range of protection devices for circuit protection. PTC thermistors suitable for over-current, time-delay and SMD versions for cost-effective over-temperature applications.

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Frameless torque motors offers high performance, and simple installation and can be embedded directly in your machine design.

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Our Industrial instrumentation products focus on components that measure and control the pressure and flow of liquids and gases.

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We provide free advice and design support is offered to ensure your part is optimised for injection moulding. Mouldflow is also available.

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The PNOZ m B0 base unit is an energy efficient safety controller that uses up to 80 % less energy than comparable products.

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Lightweight, advanced composite material design. Customized per specific applications.

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Helping you meet your production needs Unlike conventional service and support offerings, FANUC works on the premise that because every customer’s needs are different

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