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A touch of glass for door switch

Touch-sensitive switch can be mounted directly on glass in new-generation public transport vehicles.  Brochure available  

News from EAO ( 5 May 2008)

Uprated power relay saves space on the panel

The rugged G7Z power relay is designed and insulated to continuously apply up to 40A at 440V AC.

News from Omron Scientific Technologies (18 April 2008)

Small LED arrays suit motorsport use

BERU F1 Systems identified a robust LED that could provide the wide viewing angle that would allow officials at the side of the track to easily see the lights.

News from BERU F1 Systems (11 April 2008)

Braking resistor designs and applications

 Technical background article   Depending on the application, the addition of a braking resistor to a motor drive system can play a variety of roles, from enhancing safety to reducing mechanical stresses.  Brochure available  

News from REO (UK) (10 April 2008)

Website eases automation purchases

The search tool has been improved and will help users find exactly what they need in the shortest possible time, whether their search is product-related or manufacturer-specific.

News from Routeco ( 9 April 2008)

Demonstration train receives GBP100,000 upgrade

Marl LED lighting features lifetimes of 50-100,000 hours, compared to 4000 hours for halogen and 20,000 for fluorescent tubes.

News from Marl International ( 7 April 2008)

Industrial-strength relay plugs in to save power

The Tyco XT interface plug-in relay is reckoned to be one of the best power saving plug-in relays of its type.

News from Dalroad Norslo ( 4 April 2008)

Relocation refines operating focus

Factored electrical products have been transferred to Cudis from the parent company Rowe Hankins which is to concentrate on the engineering of railway safety systems.

News from Rowe Hankins Components ( 1 April 2008)

Industrial partners make positive contribution

Any customer that buys ABB products through a Plus status partner will receive full technical support from ABB and be kept up to date on new ABB products.

News from ABB Automation Tech (LV Products) (28 March 2008)

Selecting contactors for capacitors

 Technical background article   There's a bit more to choosing contactors for use in power factor correction systems than might at first be apparent, says Steve Rickard of Moeller Electric.

News from Moeller Electric (28 March 2008)

Pocket guide keeps electrical data handy

The Electricians' Guide measures 16 x 11.5cm, making it easy for the electrician to carry in his or her pocket for quick reference when required.

News from Finder ( 6 March 2008)

Beware the risks of buying from untried sources

 Technical background article   Why take the risk of sourcing electrical and electronic components outside the UK, asks Terry Spriggs, when you can rely on the experience of a trusted UK supplier to shoulder the responsibility?

News from Hylec-APL (29 February 2008)

PCB sockets allow rapid component changes

Finder has released the launch of the 97.11 and 97.12 sockets for PCB mounting of its 46 series miniature industrial relays.

News from Finder ( 7 February 2008)

Plastic ignition switches are sealed to IP67

Fully sealed plastic ignition switches are available in a variety of configurations to meet all design requirements, including anti-restart.

News from Cole Hersee (31 December 2007)

High current LEDs are a bright choice

Super-bright high-power LEDs are aimed at OEMs looking to employ the low power and high reliability of solid state lighting with very high luminosity.

News from Hylec-APL (24 December 2007)

Control devices withstand severe levels of stress

The R-Series is IP65-rated to provide protection in the most extreme ambient conditions, even during frequent activation over long periods.

News from Schmersal UK (11 December 2007)

Lock switch puts security on the panel

Miniature key operated lock switch has a barrel diameter of just 12mm and is only 30mm deep, making it ideal for small control panel applications.

News from Lorlin Electronics ( 7 December 2007)

LED lights are easy to apply on the rails

LED lighting units can cope easily with extreme temperatures and are highly suited to impact resistance and vibrations, making them ideal for railway applications.  Brochure available  

News from CML Innovative Technologies ( 4 December 2007)

Switch disconnectors handle more with less

Redesigned and upgraded switch disconnectors from Telergon offer higher current ratings in smaller housings.

News from Switchtec (29 November 2007)

Dimmer offers a softer transition

Device can operate both as a simple step relay and as a sophisticated dimmer to offer flexible control.

News from Finder (26 November 2007)

Pushbutton illuminates industrial applications

High-visibility glow creates a more effective interface that attracts attention to a primary function - an on/off switch, for instance.  Brochure available  

News from EAO (26 November 2007)

Wild weather boosts switch sales

During installation switch terminals are on the same plane as the power conductors, enabling ease of access and straightforward wiring.

News from uk solenoid (14 November 2007)

Resistors are sized to work with drives

Alliance allows customers to buy inverter and resistor packages quickly and with confidence in the sizing and speciation of the equipment.

News from CP Automation (13 November 2007)

Wall planner helps manage maintenance

RS Components' 2008 Maintenance Solutions Wall Planner provides a reference source for those involved in the specifying, integration and use of process control and automation equipment.

News from RS Components UK (13 November 2007)

Electric heaters offer choice of formats

Range comprises cartridge (both round and square), mica band, mica strip, ceramic strip and air heaters.

News from BDA Enterprises (13 November 2007)

Switches suit explosive environments

RMQ-Titan products are approved for use in dust areas Zone 22, Category 3 and are approved for device group II, which covers all applications except those associated with mining.

News from Moeller Electric ( 5 November 2007)

Powerful fan cools dense equipment

The San Ace 36 x 28mm fan unit can achieve a 15% increase in airflow at peak operating conditions of high-impedance systems.  Brochure available  

News from EAO (10 October 2007)

Switchboard provides uninterruptible power

 User application article   Essential-side MCCBs open automatically in the event of loss of power but incorporate electronic time delays so that they re-close at 30s intervals to avoid stalling the generator.

News from Eaton Corp ( 9 October 2007)

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