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Industry News
Product Highlights
Twin-rod Cylinders
Modular Spindles
Control Relays
Nanotube Growth Tool
Portable Gas Detector
Technology in Action
Roller screws for the new satellite launcher
Ethernet switches serving the environment in Paris
Software solution for sheet metal design
Assembly press in the Czech car factory
Zigbee tracking system serves warehousing logistics
Valves smash productivity in Russian glass making plant
Hoists lightens the load in healthcare
Money saved by replacement hoses production
Additive layer manufacturing in interior design

   

Dear Reader,

In the last edition of IEN Europe newsletter in 2007, we have a country focus on Italy. In this focus you will find recent products from the local manufacturers. In the intro article, you can read on how piping systems have been delivered for the Italian breaking systems producer. Our second section this month covers Nanotechnology and Bionics. There you can find out how bionics can make automated movement more efficient. In addition, there are another nine Technology in Action articles that link to more extensive information on our website. As usual, IEN Europe brings you the latest products and solutions available in the market. Please read the issue online or visit www.ien.eu to search for products or manufacturers that interest you.
Happy holidays!


Industry News

Philips technology achieves breakthrough in linear motors
Researchers at Philips Applied Technologies have developed a highly innovative technique that allows standard linear motors to simultaneously provide movement along two axes rather than along a single axis. In equipment such as the pick-and-place machines used to assemble electronic printed circuit boards, Philips' patented NForcer Technology will allow designers to reduce the number of motors and electronic drive modules required as well as simplifying overall mechanical design. This will result in significantly lower equipment cost. By reducing the mass of moving parts, it will also allow designers to produce designs that achieve higher accelerations and operating speeds.  

Other news:
  • World electric power equipment demand to reach €70 billion in 2011
  • Bosch Rexroth acquires Oil Control
  • "Grey market" for bearings in the UK
  • Extech to be acquired by FLIR
Read more


Country Focus: Italy

“ASAMAG” A NEW ELECTROMAGNETIC FLOWMETER

It's a high performance product that is located in the upper sector of market for flow measurement. ASAMAG is very versatile as dimensions, connections, and lining materials; it is bidirectional without any pressure loss. The ratio performance/costs make this instrument appreciable and really competitive if compared with other flowmeters. ASAMAG advantages are: maximum control (also in remote), serial interface software, Sensorprom unit with all calibration data and settings.

ASA Srl
Via T. Tasso, 29
20099 Sesto San Giovanni (MI) - Italy
Tel: +39 0226 221432, Fax: +39 0224 82558
asa@asaspa.com - www.asaspa.com
AUTEC Radio Remote Control
MK 06 and MK 08

Autec recently presented MK 06 and MK 08, two new pushbutton transmitters for the Modular range. This series is certified by TÜV Süddeutschland for Functional Safety and gained important international design awards. The new 6/8-button transmitters rugged to satisfy remote control requirements in construction and material handling applications. Data Feedback option available. Choice of receiving units for outdoor installation (IP65) or for DIN rail mounting.

AUTEC Srl
Via Pomaroli, 65
36030 Caldogno (VI) Italy
Tel: +39 0444 901000 , Fax: +39 0444 901011
info@autecsafety.com - www.autecsafety.com
Camozzi
Compact cylinders Series 32


Compact cylinder in compliance with ISO 21287, wide range of versions – M/F rod thread, non-rotating and through rod, tandem and multi-position – enables use in applications requiring standard cylinders with compact dimensions. Optimised profile body allows reduction of weight and dimensions.

Camozzi SpA
Via Eritrea 20/1
25126 Brescia (BS) - Italy
Tel: +39 030 3792241, Fax: +39 030 2400430
info@camozzi.com - www.camozzi.com
Delta Line
The nuvoDisc has arrived!


Portescap nuvoDisc™ Flat Brushless DC Motors Maximize Speed while Minimizing Size and Vibration in Rigorous Medical and Automation Applications. With an incomparably power to size to weight ratio (32mm diameter and 11.7mm length, speeds up to 50,000 rpm and with a mechanical power output of up to 30 watts (10mNm max. continuous torque). The nuvoDisc is packed with standard features that offer a high-speed slotless design which eliminates cogging to provide smoother operation and better accuracy for maintaining a stable speed, longer life because it's a brushless motor with ball bearings and due to the slotless design, the nuvoDisc benefits from minimal vibration. A slotted design is available for applications that require detent torque, such as Damper Control in the HVAC industry.

DELTA LINE
Via L. il Moro 4/B - Palazzo Pitagora - MI3 City
20080 Basiglio (MI) - Italy
Phone: +39 02 92 27 64 00
Fax:     +39 02 92 27 64 09
e-mail:   info@delta-line.it - website: http//www.deltaline-europe.com
Elcis
The right encoder for big motors.

Among the latest novelty, ELCIS presents the updated model 250C belonging to the series of incremental encoders for motors. It's available with pass-through hollow shaft up to 120mm and now could reach up to 8192 ppr and could be paired to several different kind of electronics and power supplies that could easily fit all the Customers' needs. Just like all the other ELCIS products, this encoder shows a very high manufacturing quality degree as it's manufactured in accordance with the UNI EN ISO 9001:2000 and provided with the UL marking.

ELCIS S.r.l.
 
Via Rosa Luxembourg 12/14
10093 Collegno (TO) Italy
Tel. +39011715577 - Fax +39011712613

Mail: ELCIS S.r.l. - P.O. Box 43
10093 Collegno (TO) Italy

Internet: http://www.elcis.com - E-Mail : info@elcis.com
ETA SpA: CS COMPACT ENCLOSURE

The new CS enclosure designed by ETA is the ideal solution for the growing demand of a compact enclosure for both wall-mounting and free-standing applications. Ergonomic design and solid construction are its key features, together with the large cable entry opening, a wide range of 12 standard dimensions and the possibility to fit standard ETA system accessories.
ETA is innovation - CS is one of its results

ETA SpA
Via Monte Barzaghino 6
22035 Canzo (CO) - Italy
Tel: +39 031 673611, Fax: +39 031 670525
infosede@eta.it - www.eta.it
Fandis
Featured line of anti-condensation heaters.

Among its climate control systems, Fandis proposes an outstanding offer of heaters for the thermo-regulation of electrical cabinets. Used to prevent condensation, these 15-150W heaters are suitable for DIN rail mounting and equipped with a polar/three-pole power cable, or alternatively, connectable by terminal block. Fandis is introducing a new ventilated version, with heating power of 250W and 400W, to assure a better internal thermal distribution.

Fandis S.p.A.
Via per Castelletto 65/69
28040 Borgo Ticino (NO) – Italy
info@fandis.it
www.fandis.it/thermal-solutions/
Grafos S.r.l.

There is a new keyboard in the DG-INOX line: the compact PC compatible keyboard with 64 keys. Its reduced measures useful in order to save and to optimize the space, the essential and elegant design, the excellent tactile feedback thanks to the squared keys about 12,5 millimetre, the pointing option track-ball about 38 millimetre of diameter and finally the possibility to personalize the graphical layout , give to the new product Grafos, only characteristics on the market.

GRAFOS S.r.l.
Via Quattro Passi, 96
41043 Formigine (MO) Italy
Tel. +39 059 571360 Fax +39 059 573148
info@grafos.it
www.grafos.it
INDRA LEVEL SWITCHES

Available versions:

• Atex IIC T6 zone 2
• Atex IIB T6 zone 2
• EExia IIC T6 zone 1
• EExia IIB TC zone 1
• EExd IIC T6 D & G
• RINA
• Weather proof IP65
• Standard  

Materials:
•  Brass
•  St. St. 316
•  PVC
•  PVDF
•  PPL  

Working pressure:
4 – 30 Bar Standard
• 100 Bar on demand  

Process Connections:
• Threaded / Flanged  

Working Temperature:

• 60°C standard
• 110/150 °C on demand *(special versions for highest pressure and temperature available on demand)  

Mounting:

• Top mounting
• Side mounting
• External cage

Electrical contacts:
• Reed SPST
• Reed SPDT (resistive load)


INDRA Srl
Headquarter: Via Novara, 10/B-C, 20013 Magenta (MI) - Italy
Factory : Via Formaleoni, 30 - 29027 Podenzano (PC) - Italy
Phone ++39 02 97298663 r.a. - Fax ++39 02 97291855
E-mail : indra@indra.it - http://www.indra.it
Neri Motori Srl
Waterproof Motors
for high humidity environments

The asynchronous three-phase series of waterproof motors are constructed with a special resin material which seals the motor, maintaining the internal electrical parts completely waterproof, even in presence of chemical substances, like detergents. The waterproof motors, ranging from 0,37 to 15 kW and from size 71 to 132, represent a good solution to high degree of rain and humidity situations. The tropicalization and painting of the rotor shields it from the risk of oxide formation. The field of applications offered by Neri Motori's waterproof motors includes: car wash plants, chemical systems, food industry, fishing and fish converting industries.

Neri Motori Srl

Via Fleming, 6-8
40017 S. Giovanni P.(Bo) – Italy
Tel: +39 051.82.11.47, Fax 051.82.58.58
info@nerimotori.com
- www.nerimotori.com
Nuova Fima is introducing a completely new multifunctional product called Digital Pressure Gauge .

The new Digital Pressure Gauge can be mounted directly on the process since the case is in stainless steel and completely proof and can be easily combined to the different diaphragm seals. This very new product is able not only to show the pressure level in the requested unit and to be connected directly to a PLC through analogical outputs but it is also provided of alarm thresholds. All these features are run by the instruments itself through a diaphragm keyboard and a multilingual menu. This instrument created by Nuova Fima is available with a rangeability up to 1:5 and with an accuracy up to 0,1% of the full scale range.

NUOVA FIMA SpA
Via C.Battisti 59/61
28045 Invorio (NO) - Italy
Tel: +39 0322 253200, Fax: +39 0322 253232
info@nuovafima.com - www.nuovafima.com
Servotecnica

Slip rings or rotary joints are electromechanical systems used to transmit electrical power and signals from a fix system to a rotating one even in continuous manner.

The SRC Series, thanks to the applied technology (golden alloy for rings and brushes, small rings diameter, precision steel ball bearings, etc.), is particularly suited to transmission of signals: video, fieldbus, high frequencies, low current etc. and growes up now with new models complete with power circuits.

Available compact size versions getting up to 56 signal and 4 power circuits (6 to 10A at 240V).

Also available is the SRH Series with 3 to 200 mm dia. through holes.

All series meet with EU Directive 2002/95/CE (RoHS) and are mercury free.

SERVOTECNICA SpA
Via E. Majorana, 4
20054 Nova Milanese MI - Italy
Tel: +39 0362 4921, Fax: +39 0362 44337
info@servotecnica.it - www.servotecnica.it
SIRAI® valves with technopolymer body

SIRAI® has designed a new solenoid valves series, characterized by the high quality of body material; made in PPS and particularly resistant to chemical and physical aggressions, allows to use these valves for a wide range of fluids, including low-pressure steam. Solenoid valves are available 2/2NC, 2/2NO, 3/2, 1/8” threaded or barbed ports. The coil is available also homologated according to the main international standards.

Sirai Elettromeccanica Srl
Strada per Cernusco 19 20060 Bussero (MI)
Tel. +39 02950371 Fax +39 0295037555
E-mail: info@ sirai .com
www.sirai.com
Modular manifolds by Teseo

TESEO presents the modular manifolds AM - Aluminum Manifold, ideal for the construction of automatic machines and special systems, specifically for the storage and subsequent distribution of fluids (application on board of machines). Compatible with different types of fluids (compressed air, mineral oil, vacuum, etc.), the AM manifolds are available in 20 to 110 mm diameters, with maximum operating pressure of 15 bar and operating temperature range from –20° to +120° degrees (with standard O-rings).

TESEO srl
via degli Oleandri, 1 - 25015 Desenzano del Garda - Italy
Tel. +39 030 9150411, Fax +39 030 9150419
sales@teseoair.com
www.teseoair.com
Product Highlights

1. Twin-rod Cylinders
double force in compact dimensions
Camozzi
Read full story on ien-online

2. Modular Spindles
with full traceability and high duty cycle
Ingersoll Rand
Read full story on ien-online

3.
Control Relays
with or without display
Moeller
Read full story on ien-online

4. Nanotube Growth Tool
offers precision and repeatability
Surrey NanoSystems
Read full story on ien-online

5. Portable Gas Detector
for explosion-hazardous areas
Alter
Read full story on ien-online


Technology in Action

1. Roller screws for the new satellite launcher
Read full story on ien-online

2. Ethernet switches serving the environment in Paris
Read full story on ien-online

3. Software solution for sheet metal design
Read full story on ien-online

4. Assembly press in the Czech car factory
Read full story on ien-online

5. Zigbee tracking system serves warehousing logistics
Read full story on ien-online

6. Valves smash productivity in Russian glass making plant
Read full story on ien-online

7. Hoists lighten the load in healthcare
Read full story on ien-online

8. Money saved by replacement hoses production
Read full story on ien-online

9. Additive layer manufacturing in interior design
Read full story on ien-online

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