Monitoring relays
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP
The latest-generation PMDsigma relays monitor voltage, current, temperature and phase sequence, while enabling values to be set via a rotary knob and saved onto a chip card so they can be copied onto other units.
Electronic switch
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Vectek Electronics Ltd
An electronic switch has been released by New Zealand company Vectek Electronics. To achieve high reliability it is often necessary to switch to an alternative power supply quickly but without connecting the two supplies together and transferring any fault that may be present.
Cable protection systems
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty Ltd
Using both common metal and polymide cable conduits and meeting the requirements of the ATEX directive for processing industries, PMA’s flexible cable protection systems are an inconspicuous solution offering mechanical strength, resistance to UV and resistance to corrosion, all within a wide temperature range.
Vibration sensor
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
The DUV10A vibration analysis sensor assists in preventing unplanned gear-unit downtime by permitting the early detection of gear-unit wear and damage, enabling site personnel to accurately predict and plan gear-unit maintenance.
Lightweight connectors
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
Fischer Connectors has released the AluLite range of lightweight aluminium circular push pull connectors, which are significantly lighter than typical metal connectors.
Mini contactors and relays
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
Three miniature components: 100-K contactor, 700-K control relay and 193-K bi-metallic overload relay have been added to the Modular Control System (MCS) product range.
Gas fastening system
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Hilti (Aust) Pty Ltd
The GX 120-ME gas fastening system is designed to deliver high productivity and convenience for electrical contractors when fastening cables, conduits, junction boxes and cable trunking on base materials such as concrete, masonry and steel.
US housing repossessions increase copper theft
30 July, 2008
According to a recent report in The Boston Globe, the combination of increased copper prices and record housing foreclosures in the US state of Massachusetts has resulted in an ‘epidemic’ of house thefts.
Australand commits to HPM Legrand
29 July, 2008
Australand has appointed HPM Legrand as its preferred national supplier, with the partnership commencing 1 July 2008.
Major projects to meet future power demand
11 July, 2008
Major projects have begun to meet the growing need for power in south-east Queensland, according to Mines and Energy Minister, Geoff Wilson.
Festoon cables
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Nexans Olex Australia Pty Ltd
The Rheyflat-N screened and unscreened rubber flat festoon cables are designed to be used in handling systems, lifts and e-chain cable carrier systems in power, control and bus applications with high mechanical stress and frequent bending in one plane only. The copper-screened versions of the cable are used in environments where protection is needed against electro-magnetic disturbances caused by power cables.
Safety glasses
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Australian Supreme Import
Designed to be worn over your glasses, the Atlantic OverSpec provides medium-impact protection at 40 m/s and is certified by SAI Global to AS/NZS1337.
UPS battery management
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Rittal Pty Ltd
The RiBat battery management system is designed to extend the life of UPS batteries used in IT infrastructure, with a claimed service life improvement of up to 30%.
Auxiliary contacts for MCBs
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
Designed to mount on the bottom of the S200 range of ABB miniature circuit breakers (MCBs), the AC14 and DC13 auxiliary contacts are available as either a ‘1 NO’ or ‘1 NC’ contact configuration. Despite their small size, the switching contacts are full voltage rated at 2 A (AC14) at 230 VAC and 1 A (DC13) at 50 VDC.
Home automation surge protection
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Hydraulic Specialists Pty Ltd
The Critec SRF DIN rail mount surge reduction filter is designed to protect against power surge damage and is installed at the main switchboard to help protect the home automation controller, security and audio equipment, home theatre and other equipment.
