Large and mid-sized corporations alike are becoming more interested in automating tedious and repetitive tasks. We are still quite far, though, from fully automated processes and manufacturing and assembly still require some human interaction. It is estimated that collaborative robots are likely to account for nearly 35% of all industrial robots sold by 2025. igus […]
Industrial-duty LED lights available for power cord reels
Coxreels new line of three industrial duty LED lights is available on the PC13 (Power Cord) cord reels. The LED lights feature a variety of industrial-grade features and options, including: a 50,000-hour rating, internal light diffusers, and shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses. Coxreels’ LED lights also feature adjustable steel hooks for hands-free placement. Whether you are looking […]
Cable grommet with peelable, staged membrane ring
icotek presents its new cable grommet KT-SC with peelable membrane rings. The new cable grommet KT-SC has removable rings with graduated sealing areas. The new grommet KT-SC is based on the grommet size “KT large” from icotek. It enables the routing and sealing of cables and hoses with diameters from 5 to 28 mm. The […]
Harnessed energy supply systems help create revolutionary piece of technology
DMG MORI, a manufacturer of machine tools, has developed a new automatic turning machine with multiple spindles that represents a technological revolution in producing turned and milled parts in both boring and bar machining. After only two years of development, the company designed MultiSprint, which are multi-spindle automatic lathes that offer unlimited possibilities with enhanced […]
P-Clamps with lock and mounting features for cable assemblies
TE Connectivity introduced its new P-Clamps with lock and mounting features that offer engineers the flexibility to rethink the way electrical and fluid systems are configured. Engineered with separate mounting and locking features, TE’s P-Clamps can be installed earlier in the assembly process compared to standard AS21919 P-Clamps. TE’s P-Clamps simplify and speed up installation […]
Push-button terminal block simplifies wiring
The TopJob S new 2202 series from WAGO features a double-deck push-button terminal block with 15° vertical conductor entry. The dual row jumper slots feature WAGO’s exclusive jumper retention spring to make wiring tasks simpler. This series utilizes WAGO’s intuitive orange push-buttons ensuring operation integrity. It also includes terminals for through, internally commoned and ground […]
IP66 cable entries simplifies cable management for all shapes and sizes
The tool-less KDS and KES cable entry systems from Conta-Clip enable easy routing and flexible rearrangement of cables and conduits in enclosures and control cabinets, with reliable strain relief and IP66 ingress protection. To install any number of differently sized and shaped cables, enclosures no longer need to be fitted with variously sized openings, reducing […]
Modular cable entry for cables with plugs
Conta-Clip expands its cable entry portfolio, launching the KDS-R system for M20 to M63 round openings suited to cables with and without plugs. This new cable management system consists of a handful of basic components: the actual cable entry frame with an integrated gasket, a two-piece thread and locking adapter plus two-piece locknut to fix […]
igus unveils first plastic-steel hybrid energy chain
igus has developed the first plastic-steel hybrid energy chains for safe and compact vertical guidance of cables and hoses. The new energy supply system, called the YE.42, is 50% lighter than conventional steel chains due to the high-performance polymers manufactured by Germany-based igus. The company runs its North American operations out of Providence, R.I. The […]
Plane assembly takes swift flight with help from igus cable guides
A Spanish manufacturer is using industrial robots equipped with cable guides from igus for quick and efficient riveting of aircraft fuselages on one of the world’s most widely-used planes. LOXIN (ARITEX GROUP) relies on cable guides made of high-performance plastic manufactured by igus, the Germany-based manufacturer of motion plastics. The guides are used on the […]
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