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HELUKABEL’s Quality Connections for Photovoltaic Solar Energy

September 30, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Quality cables and connections for photovoltaic (PV) systems are critical to ensure safe and long-lasting setups. HELUKABEL has provided cables, wires, and accessories for infrastructure and energy applications for more than 45 years. Their comprehensive portfolio of products is trusted by manufacturers, installers, and operators of PV systems worldwide…

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ABB Opens Expanded Electrical Products Manufacturing Facility in Pointe-Claire Canada

September 16, 2024 ABB’s Installation Products Division in Canada opened its newly expanded electrification products manufacturing facility in Pointe-Claire, Quebec on September 16, 2024. In addition to nearly doubling the size of the facility, ABB’s US$12 million investment creates 40 full-time jobs and doubles production capacity to help meet growing demand for electrical solutions used…

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CableMaster FO Power Meter Offers Compact and Convenient Testing Tool for Fiber Optic Cable

August 28, 2024 Softing IT Networks, the innovation leader of Ethernet cable certification testing, Ethernet speed performance testing and Ethernet infrastructure testing just extended its tester portfolio to include the CableMaster PoE. This dedicated power over Ethernet (PoE) cable tester extends the CableMaster product series which includes the CableMaster 210 wiremapper. The CableMaster FO is…

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Automating the Impossible In Any Factory, In Any Country.

August 20, 2024 Explore how Bosch Rexroth combined the Anybus Communicator with their Smart Flex Effector to bring industrial automation’s most versatile compensation module to the world. Bosch RexrothBosch Rexroth, the automation branch of the Bosch group, has over 32,000 employees worldwide and specializes in advanced drive and control technologies. At their Customer and Innovation…

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Softing IT Networks Extends CableMaster Series of Ethernet Cable Testers to Include CableMaster PoE

August 20, 2024 Softing IT Networks, the innovation leader of Ethernet cable certification, speed performance testing and infrastructure testing, has extended its tester portfolio to include CableMaster PoE, a dedicated power over Ethernet (PoE) cable tester. CableMaster PoE extends the CableMaster Series, which includes CableMaster FO fiber optic power meter, CableMaster 210 basic wiremapper and…

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Bossard Brings Industry 5.0 Fastening Technology to IMTS 2024 in Chicago

August 1, 2024 Bossard Inc., a leader in industrial fastening and assembly technology solutions, announces a live demonstration of its innovative fastening technology at the 2024 International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS). Bossard’s Fastening Innovations: Bossard demonstrates their Ultrasonic Measuring Equipment and Junker’s Vibration Testing Machine at IMTS. This innovative technology addresses critical concerns for manufacturers…

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Arlington CableStop™ Transition Fittings

July 24, 2024 EASY Cable Transitions into 2.5” Conduit For EV chargers, equipment feeds and more, Arlington’s Listed CableStop™ Transition Fittings deliver the cost-effective way to transition feeder cables to 2.5″ EMT, IMC and RMC conduit. They integrate our patented 8412 series cable fittings and conduit fittings, for easy transitions to larger knockout sizes. Available…

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Nexans Appoints Timothy King to Lead its North American Business Unit

July 23, 2024 Nexans, a leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems and services, announces the appointment of Timothy King as Vice President of BU North America for Nexans’ D&U AMEA Business. Mr. King brings two decades of experience starting his career at Pittsburg Plate & Glass where he held multiple finance positions. He began…

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How to Select the Correct Data Cable for Your Industrial Application

July 18, 2024 In this article, you will learn what the most common mistakes are when selecting Industrial Ethernet and bus cables and how to avoid them. All cables and wires that contribute to communication in any way are commonly referred to as data cables. However, there are significant differences such as the multitude of…

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LOVATO Electric Presents the New GLD Switch Disconnectors Series Specific for Photovoltaic Applications

July 12, 2024 The offer of LOVATO Electric’s range of switch disconnectors is getting wider with the introduction of a new type of specific products for photovoltaic applications up to 1500VDC. The new switch disconnectors can be actuated directly or used with a door interlocked handle and feature a wide range of accessories for all installation requirements. LOVATO Electric has…

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Put to the Ultimate Test – Part 3: Drag Chain Tests

July 12, 2024 During the development of their cables and wires, HELUKABEL vigorously test each product in their testing laboratories. In the third part of their series, they’ll introduce you to their drag chain tests. Drag chains – also known as energy chains – are ideal for guiding and protecting electrical cables, and hydraulic and…

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Arlington’s Furred Wall Box™ Makes Challenging Outlet Box Installations Easy

July 12, 2024 There’s NO NEED to break out concrete block… install furring strips… or foam around the box. Arlington’s UL Listed, large volume Furred Wall Box mounts to 1×2 drywall furring strips – or a concrete block wall between furring strips. Allows installers to place a box / outlet where needed. Single and two-gang…

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Phoenix Contact Circular Connectors – Comprehensive Guide

June 27, 2024 The role of reliable connection systems in industrial automation and electrical drive technology is highly important, with Phoenix Contact’s circular connectors being renowned for their robustness and adaptability. These products come in a range of sizes, designs, and capabilities, offering flexibility for various needs. They can be found in straight or angled configurations and…

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Softing Industrial Expands edgeConnector Deployment Options With ARM 32-Bit Compatibility

June 26, 2024 Softing Industrial announces the integration of ARM 32-bit compatibility into its edgeConnector products, meeting the increasing demand for edge applications using ARM processors. ARM 32-bit compatibility expands the application range of edgeConnector, allowing Softing Industrial to meet the growing demand for compact edge devices powered by ARM processors. Previously, edgeConnector solutions were…

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Softing Industrial Introduces edgeConnector for the Integration of Allen-Bradley Controllers into Industrial Edge Applications

June 26, 2024 Softing announces the expansion of its Docker-based edgeConnector product family with the introduction of edgeConnector Allen-Bradley PLC, providing convenient access to data from ControlLogix and CompactLogix controllers. With the new Docker-based software module edgeConnector Allen-Bradley PLC, users can easily connect to their ControlLogix and CompactLogix controllers. The data from the controllers is…

WAGO's New IO-Link Converter
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WAGO’s New IO-Link Converter

June 18, 2024 WAGO’s new IO-Link Converter is a 4-20 mA analog input with a digital display incorporating analog signals into a digital communication network for sensors and actuators from the field into an IO-Link-capable system. Application: Decentralized display, preprocessing and conversion of analog signals Use as an IO-Link device: The device has an IO-Link…