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Growth of open automation network technologies

Lapp Group has in recent years developed a range of cables for CC-Link networks.

Ropes/Cables
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Pancake motors from PMW simplify lift door actuation

Traditionally, passenger lift doors are actuated using a cylindrical motor connected to a belt and pulley system via a 90-degree bevel gearbox.

Lifts
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Servo motor with integral Ethernet interface can connect directly with CNCs

A servo motor range with an Ethernet-based interface, the DRIVE-CLiQ versions of the Kollmorgen AKM series, is now available.

Motors
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Anglian Water cuts aerator energy use in half with variable-speed drive

A sewage treatment works operated by Anglian Water has halved its aerator energy costs, reduced maintenance and cut ammonia to almost zero levels following the installation of an ABB variable-speed...

Wastewater Plant
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Cygnus wireless alarm system customised for Canary Wharf project

A new project underway in Canary Wharf is benefiting from help from a new product specially developed by fire and safety specialists Bull Products.

Alarm Systems
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Sick deTec4 Prime takes safety to the next level

A tough addition to SICK’s flagship safety light curtain family, the deTec4 Prime is an extra-rugged, high-performance light curtain that is easy to install and use and suitable for harsh environments...

Machine Safety/Protection
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RF contact probe for high-speed data connectors

Peak Test Services has just released its new P61/G series of spring contact probes specifically designed for heavy-duty testing applications such as automotive cable harnesses.

Electrical/Electronic Testing
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Report says too much maintenance in UK industry remains reactive

A third of manufacturers consider their maintenance programmes to be reactive rather than planned or predicted, according to a recent study.

Maintenance Management Systems
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Instrument rental helps avoid over-tooling costs

The latest borescopes from equipment rental specialist Ashtead Technology are helping engineers at Monarch Aircraft Engineering (MAEL) to maintain the highest levels of technology in its fleet of...

Planned Maintenance
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Hyster receives award for efficiency and productivity enhancing stage IV Reachstacker

Hyster has won a 2015 Good Design award for its Stage IV (also known as Tier 4 Final) RS45-46 ReachStacker.

Materials Handling
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Are your gas cylinders stored correctly?

Chemstore are reminding users of gas cylinders to check they are storing the units correctly.

Plant Operations
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How to select the best explosion protection system for zone 2 mobile equipment?

Faced with operating a forklift truck or other mobile equipment within a potentially explosive environment, how should a company select which explosion proof solution is right for their needs?

Gas Detection