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EAO introduces range of vandal-resistant pushbuttons
EAO has introduced a new range of vandal-resistant pushbuttons to improve the design and durability of control panels. Featuring a stainless steel body, these 16mm and 19mm R.series pushbuttons are protected to IP65 for use outside or within aggressive environments. They offer a mechanical service life of 1,000,000 operations within an operating temperature of -20°C to +55°C. The 19mm versions are available with LED illumination, either an ... [more]
ABB extends its PQF series of microprocessor-controlled active power quality filters
The increasing use of non-linear loads in all types of industrial and commercial applications has resulted in the introduction of potentially harmful harmonics into the power network that can lead to overheating of cables, motors and transformers, damage to sensitive equipment, tripping of circuit breakers and blowing of fuses as well as premature ageing of the installation. ABB has further extended its PQF series of microprocessor controlled... [more]
EAO Series 56 Multi-Tone Sound Module emits different sounds according to the change in status of equipment or machinery
A programmable sound module with IP69K protection has been added to the range of industrial buzzers offered by EAO. EAO’s new Series 56 Multi-Tone Sound Module (MTSM) answers the need for a sophisticated device that will emit a range of different sounds according to the change in status of equipment or machinery. It will benefit any application where an audible signal is required to inform people of a change in the local surroundings. For inst... [more]
Fortress Interlocks safeguard workers at ATM Automation robotics manufacturing plant
ATM Automation has chosen Fortress Interlocks to safeguard workers at its Robotics manufacturing plant in Blaby, Leicestershire and on ATM robot cells at all customer sites where they are designed to ensure cells are safe for operators and meet all safety legislation. Fortress’ eGard interlocks protect a robot cell. When an operator wants to gain access he must turn and remove the key from the unit holding the door closed. This action shuts do... [more]
Klaxon Signals industrial warning devices meet the needs of specialised applications in industrial environments
Klaxon Signals has developed a range of industrial warning devices to meet the needs of specialised applications in all industrial environments. The range varies from traditional robust motor driven sirens to the more sophisticated electronic sirens and serves to notify personnel of any changes in the immediate environment such as potential hazards. Klaxon’s motor driven siren range is rugged in construction with a high sound output to overcom... [more]
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