Data & Security

EAO: Series 82 with Cable Connection
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EAO: Series 82 with Cable Connection

EAO has extended the robust Series 82 with a new product variant with vibration-resistant cable connections. It is common to expose pushbuttons and indicators to extremely harsh operating conditions. For example in the food and beverage industry, where alkaline cleaning agents and corrosion severely affect HMIs. In addition, external factors in the form of hard-to-remove dirt, fine dust, along with severe vibrations and blunt impacts also require HMIs to offer a very high level of resistance.

ROLEC: conFORM Diecast Enclosure Features Cost-Saving Built-In RFI/EMI Shielding
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ROLEC: conFORM Diecast Enclosure Features Cost-Saving Built-In RFI/EMI Shielding

October 9, 2023 ROLEC conFORM electronic enclosures with built-in RFI/EMI shielding are now available in 14 sizes. Robust conFORM (IP 66, IP 67 optional) is ideal for a wide range of industrial electronics that involve regular inspections and maintenance. It has no delicate (and expensive) RFI/EMI gasket that could be damaged by frequent opening and…

Legrand: Infinium Ultra Solutions 
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Legrand: Infinium Ultra Solutions 

Legrand’s complete fiber offering has redefined performance in the data center, delivering the most advanced network systems: Infinium Quantum, Ultra, and Core. With a total single-mode channel loss of 0.49 dB, the Infinium Ultra Solution is ideal for AI, hyperscale, cloud, supercomputing, and other high bandwidth demand environments. Legrand’s proven, proprietary manufacturing process ensures consistent performance to maximize capability, resiliency, and usability.

AVH-Series
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Littelfuse: Carling Technologies Improves AVH-Series Sealed Anti-Vandal Pushbutton Switches

Carling Technologies, a Littelfuse, Inc. brand, has recently announced improvements to its AVH-Series sealed anti-vandal pushbutton switches. Available with dependent LED illumination, the feature can now be configured in one of two ways. The first is to have the ring-style LED on whenever the specified output is on. The second is to have the LED on whenever the mechanical latching switch is on.

Iboco: Wire Duct Series
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Iboco: Wire Duct Series

Standard fingered and thin, high density wire duct includes cover, and provides a recessed hole in the base in order to add labor, and time saving accessories. IBOCO wire duct is often used as an alternative to cable ties, wire duct guides and is mainly utilized to organize short runs of wire and cable in electrical enclosures, machines, control panels, etc.

RS: New DiaForce 120mm Diagonal Compact Fan From ebm-papst
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RS: New DiaForce 120mm Diagonal Compact Fan From ebm-papst

RS is now stocking the revolutionary new DiaForce 120mm diagonal compact fans from ebm-papst. The new DiaForce fans feature an innovative design that combines the high airflow volume of an axial fan with the high static pressure capabilities of a centrifugal fan. This inventive combination delivers the high performance of counter-rotating axial fans with less noise and significant power efficiency improvements to satisfy the challenging cooling demands of evolving digital connectivity applications.

PolySlim/Heartland SL
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Stahlin: PolySlim Low-Profile Polycarbonate Enclosures Provide Maximum Mounting Space with Optimized Depth

Stahlin Enclosures has recently announced the availability of PolySlim low-profile polycarbonate enclosures. These extremely durable enclosures are designed for OEMs and installers for the purpose of solving application challenges. PolySlim enclosures accommodate existing panel designs, eliminate unneeded depth and material, optimize installations, and save space and cost.

656 and 658 Fuse Blocks
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Littelfuse: 656 and 658 Series Fuse Blocks

Littelfuse, Inc. has recently announced the latest release of the 656 and 658 Series Fuse Blocks product line. These fuse blocks offer a higher amperage rating, giving electronics engineers and designers more options depending on their specific application requirements. The key differentiator of these high-resistance fuse blocks is their ability to support a higher amperage rating available in PCB-mounted (656) and surface-mounted (658) options. While the current versions are rated up to 16 A, Littelfuse is now offering versions rated at 20 A and 30 A.

OKW Enclosures: New MINI-DATA-BOX Flanged IIoT/Sensor Enclosure Color Choices
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OKW Enclosures: New MINI-DATA-BOX Flanged IIoT/Sensor Enclosure Color Choices

OKW’s flanged MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures are now available in a new two-color option as standard: the base is traffic gray A (RAL 7042); the top is traffic white (RAL 9016). MINI-DATA-BOX is a small, ‘go-anywhere’ housing that is ideal for a wide range of miniaturized electronics. Applications include IoT/IIoT, automation, security, environmental technology, measurement and control, smart logistics, peripherals, interfaces and ICT.

SCHURTER: MSM II – High-Grade Stainless Steel Submicrominiature Pushbutton Switch
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SCHURTER: MSM II – High-Grade Stainless Steel Submicrominiature Pushbutton Switch

September 4, 2023 SCHURTER has extended its popular MSM momentary pushbutton switch series to include a high-grade stainless steel version. The MSM II Metal Line switch builds upon previous generations of MSM products to offer a subminiature microswitch with unrivaled haptic and optical feedback quality. Available in 16, 19, 22 & 30 mm mounting diameters,…

Siemens: GM-SG Switchgear Portfolio Reach Expanded
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Siemens: GM-SG Switchgear Portfolio Reach Expanded

Siemens has expanded the type GM-SG and GM-SG-AR family of metal-clad, medium-voltage switchgear to include applications operating at 27 kilovolts, up to 3,000 A and 40 kiloamps. With this addition, the portfolio of innovative air-insulated power distribution solutions now covers the full range of voltages prevalent in the modern distribution grid.

8 Factors for Panel Builders to Consider When Choosing a Thermal Management Supplier
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8 Factors for Panel Builders to Consider When Choosing a Thermal Management Supplier

By: Kooltronic August 18, 2023 Building electrical enclosures presents many challenges. Considerations such as ingress protection, mechanical strength, component costs, National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance, and thermal management are equally important when building safe, reliable, cost-effective control cabinets. Panel builders may also face challenges related to the availability of materials, the complexity of the design,…

WAGO: IoT Box – Ready-to-Use Solutions for Industry 4.0
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WAGO: IoT Box – Ready-to-Use Solutions for Industry 4.0

Integrating machines and systems into the “Internet of Things” is incredibly simple with WAGO’s IoT Box. The complete system is ready for immediate use and offers all the functions required for digitalization from signal acquisition to cloud connectivity. The IoT Box was designed as a plug-and-play device – no hardware engineering is needed. Collected data is transferred to the desired IoT application with just a few parameter settings.

Fibox Partners with Jameco Electronics to Introduce High-Quality Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures
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Fibox Partners with Jameco Electronics to Introduce High-Quality Indoor and Outdoor Enclosures

July 28, 2023 Fibox is excited to announce its collaboration with Jameco Electronics, a trusted source of electronic components and tools. As part of this partnership, Fibox’s superior-quality enclosures will now be available in Jameco Electronics’ line card, offering customers a comprehensive range of top-notch solutions for their electronic equipment protection needs. Designed for a…

Panduit: FlexCore Optical Distribution Frame
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Panduit: FlexCore Optical Distribution Frame

The FlexCore Optical Distribution Frame is a versatile front-access cabling system that provides the necessary protection for critical connections. Utilizing innovative cable management and simple, intuitive cable routing, the FlexCore ODF simplifies and reduces the time for moves, adds, and changes. With standard doors with locks and optional locks for each enclosure, the FlexCore ODF solution enables multi-tiered security that is important for multiple client access.

Will Industrial HMIs go touchless?
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Will Industrial HMIs go touchless?

July 17, 2023 Human-machine interfaces (HMIs) are a crucial component of industrial control systems, as they allow operators to interact with and monitor the performance of industrial equipment. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in touchless technology, which eliminates the need for physical contact between the operator and the interface. This technology…