Industrial News


  • Liquid level controller offers solution for oil and gas separators

    The Fisher FIELDVUE L2t Liquid Level Controller pairs with an electrically-actuated control valve to reliably maintain ideal separator levels Emerson has announced the release of its Fisher FIELDVUE L2t Liquid Level Controller, designed primarily for use in the separators found at most oil and gas well sites. Compared with alternatives using electric on-off valves, the…


  • Press-fit terminal power modules for solder-free solution in high-volume manufacturing

    The E-Mobility, sustainability and data centre markets require products that are conducive to high-volume manufacturing. To better automate the installation process, Press-Fit terminals are often used because they offer a solder-free solution to mount power modules to the PCB. Microchip Technology announces its expansive portfolio of SP1F and SP3F power modules are now available with…


  • Safety brake with new friction system  

    More torque, more emergency stops and increased safety. KEB Automation is expanding its product portfolio with the new COMBISTOP S1 spring-applied brake. The holding brake has a new, patented friction system. The advantage: a significantly higher braking torque, which corresponds to the level of permanent magnet brakes. As well as delivering higher performance, the S1…


  • Laser profile scanners for real-time quality control in automated fibre placement

    A research project undertaken by the Bristol Composites Institute (BCI) at the University of Bristol used laser profile sensors from Micro-Epsilon to detect defects formed during the composites manufacturing process. By linking live laser sensor data with a convolutional neural network (CNN), the team at BCI can conduct real-time automated inspection of manufactured parts. This…


  • Larger screenings compactor cuts costs for wastewater treatment plant

    At the heart of the water cycle is the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), which has the unenviable task of removing all the waste products and debris before the water is returned to the local environment. Operators aim to maximise efficiency and reduce operating costs where possible, while still meeting the high water quality standards required…


  • High-power connectors have current ratings from 70 A to 500A

    TTI, Inc. – Europe is now stocking RadLok high-power connectors from Amphenol Industrial for energy storage, battery and device power interconnects. These 1,000Vdc connectors have current ratings from 70 A to 500A, and provide high-cycle durability of at least 500 mating cycles. Based on Amphenol’s R4 Radsok technology, these connectors are compact and robust. Mating…


  • Brushless DC slotted flat motor delivers improved heat management

    Portescap is introduces the 60ECF brushless DC slotted flat motor, the newest frame size to join its flat motor portfolio. This 60mm BLDC motor features a 38.2mm body length and an outer rotor slotted configuration with an open body design, allowing it to deliver improved heat management in a compact package. The 60ECF provides up…


  • Programmable 3kW power supply series brings high power with digital control

    XP Power is making intelligent and flexible higher power levels available to key medical, industrial and semiconductor fabrication applications with the launch of their new HPF3K0 series. Advances in cutting-edge surgical / medical equipment require increasing levels of sophistication and power, which the HPF3K0 will address. Also, within industrial sectors, the HPF3K0 delivers distributed control…


  • Mixed signal oscilloscope

    Mixed signal oscilloscope

    Tektronix, Inc announces the launch of its 4 Series B Mixed Signal Oscilloscope (MSO) featuring state-of-the-art measurement performance capabilities on all channels, unmatched user experience, and advanced analysis capabilities. Made for embedded designers who demand superior accuracy, versatility and ease-of-use, the Tektronix 4 Series B MSO offers the same cutting-edge signal fidelity as the earlier…


  • ABB and Imperial College extend carbon capture collaboration

    Published:  06 December, 2023 A dedicated carbon capture pilot plant will continue to train the net-zero workforce, and engineers and scientists of the future, after ABB and Imperial College London signed a 10-year contract to extend their successful partnership. The plant is the only one of its kind in an academic institution in the world.…