Terminal blocks - TE negotiates with ABB
TE Connectivity (TE), a provider of connectivity and sensor solutions, has entered into negotiations with ABB to acquire ABB's Entrelec brand terminal block business.
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read more...Protected against dust and splash water
The Hall-effect finger joystick of the 847 series from Megatron is manufactured in protection class IP67 and is therefore protected against dust and splash water. Its soft-touch feel enables easy and precise control of work machines in harsh environments.
read more...New Chief Financial Officer appointed
Dr. Ralf Zander is the new Chief Financial and Controlling Officer at the Lapp Group. He succeeds Andreas Hermann, who left the company at his own request in summer 2017.
read more...Choice of complete device or modular system
Schmersal is launching a new generation of position switches with protection classes IP66 and IP67. All position switches in the PS product family are available both as a complete device and as a modular system.
read more...Digital and analog in one module
The IO 011 multi-IO module adds a mix module to the S-Dias control system from Sigmatek. With a width of just 12.5 mm, 14 digital I/Os and two analog inputs provide a variety of input and output options.
read more...Highest turnover in the company's history
The Harting Technology Group, based in Espelkamp, East Westphalia, achieved a turnover of 672 million euros in the 2016/2017 financial year. This is the highest figure since the 72-year-old family business was founded.
read more...Transferring data to the cloud
The digital I/O modules of the MQ-7200M series from Spectra send the sensor data directly to the cloud via the Ethernet using the MQTT protocol.
read more...Active logic functionality onboard
Escha markets new M8x1 I/O distributors with active logic function in different versions. The devices put intelligence close to sensors, and convey ready processed signals to a central controller unit.
read more...Color it in and out
Wilbrecht LEDCO, Inc., a subsidiary of Microprecision Electronics SA, is introducing its new CL series of panel-mount LED indicators for industrial and outdoor applications.
read more...M12 power in nine variants
From Hummel, new in the M12 power segment, come nine connector variants plus cable, coupling and right-angle connectors, both user-in-the-field and overmolded. Each model is obtainable in four different codings K, L, S, T.
read more...IP68-compliant and watertight
Yamaichi Electronics adds the IP68-graded, watertight Y-Circ P T series to its P series of circular connectors. This T series features a single-part collet for errorfree assembly, and an optimized mechanism for reliable locking.
read more...Switch 230 V circuits remotely
Wiesemann & Theis is expanding its range of network-based I/O systems with an industrial 230 V remote switch for load currents of up to 16 A. Like the entire Web-IO family, model 57732 supports various network and communication protocols.
read more...Flexible attachment of drivers
In applications with increased lateral offset, the energy chain guides may be subject to heavy lateral loads. In order to compensate for inaccuracies in the channel alignment or possible wear on the rollers, a flexible carrier connection is required
read more...Also suitable for rail transport
The CombiTac 6 GHz coaxial module from Stäubli enables the connection of 50 Ω RG coaxial cables via a crimp or SMA connection.
read more...Safely through the enclosure wall
With the help of membrane plates and cable glands from Phoenix Contact, unassembled cables can be routed safely and space-savingly through the enclosure wall.
read more...New Chief Financial Officer in the Friedhelm Loh Group
The Friedhelm Loh Group's operating divisions have a new Head of Finance and Administration: Andreas Huck has been the Group's new Managing Director since September 1, 2017.
read more...Assemble terminal strips plausibly
The Weidmüller Configurator (WMC) is a software solution that speeds up the selection, project planning and ordering of mounting rail components from the manufacturer's range.
read more...Dieter Bellé steps down prematurely
Automotive supplier Leonie has to look for a new boss. CEO Dieter Bellé will end his term of office in January 2018. No successor has yet been appointed.
read more...Repositioning as a solution provider
As part of its repositioning as a solution provider, Panasonic Automotive & Industrial Systems Europe has changed its name to Panasonic Industry Europe. The company has also merged individual business units and optimized processes.
read more...Plastic instead of metal
TE Connectivity has added plastic locking levers to its portfolio of heavy-duty connectors (HDC), which are suitable for industrial applications where stainless steel housings are not required.
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