Mechanical Components

WYKO has announced its latest transmission product with the introduction of the Fenner PLUS range of chain and sprockets. Fenner power transmission products are world-renowned for delivering the ultimate combination of rugged construction, reliable and efficient performance and value for money. The re-engineered Fenner PLUS range builds on this heritage and engineering experience by optimising the benefits of several features to deliver exceptional performance in everyday applications and is distributed by WYKO.

Aerotech has released a new low profile, high speed rotary stage that offers a compact alternative to traditional positioning spindles. Capable of a top speed of 2500 rpm and with a fundamental angular resolution of 3.6 arc-sec, the ADRH 100 features backlash and cog free, direct-drive servo motor technology with a directly coupled precision encoder for excellent servo bandwidth and maximum stiffness.

Hewden, the UK’s largest equipment rental provider, is leading the way in the development of health & safety features on its goods only hoists with the support of Magnet Schultz, a specialist manufacturer of solenoids and electromagnetic devices. Magnet Schultz has designed and manufactured a fully mechanical interlocking door lock system for Hewden’s goods only hoists, which provide clients with unsurpassed safety whilst the hoist is in motion or between landings.

Item has intruduced new ESD fasteners for its aluminium extrusion based frame building kit, removing the need to spend extra time retro-fitting to pre-assembled frameworks.

Blackout, Europe’s largest supplier of drapes, starcloth, track and rigging is using Magnet Schultz’s Electro Kabuki as part of its arsenal of aerial suspension and support equipment. The company, which operates throughout Europe from its sites in London and Paris, uses the Electro Kabuki for releasing drapes and props onto a stage to create a dramatic effect.

When it came to finding a company with the specialist knowledge to develop a solenoid to operate the firing mechanism of a new paintball ‘marker’, Planet Eclipse, a leading manufacturer of Paintball event equipment and accessories, turned to Magnet Schultz Ltd, the UK’s leading manufacturer of specialist solenoid actuators and mechanisms. Magnet Schultz provided Planet Eclipse Ltd with a prototype within a matter of days and Planet Eclipse was able to ramp up full production within a matter of weeks

High reliability, an easy set-up and modular components were of key importance for the Codeology team when designing its P100 Printer Applicator. The aim was that the print and apply labeller would be the best value for money and most reliable of its kind on the market. One key part of this was using polymer plain bearings in place of standard roller bearings.

The new CDM1 series of hydraulic cylinders from Rexroth has an innovative modular design. Offering engineers greater flexibility in design and configuration, the hydraulic cylinder series is comprised of three variants: CDM1 single-rod, CGM1 double-rod and the CSM1 cylinder axis with position measuring system for a multitude of hydraulic applications. Rexroth also offers the new series, which is built in accordance with ISO 6020-1, as complete cylinder axis with position measuring system and sub-plate.

Following on from the very successful launch of its new industrial ATEX solenoid earlier this year, Magnet Schultz, the UK’s leading manufacturer of specialist solenoid actuators and mechanisms, has launched a new Shotbolt lock which is ATEX approved to II 2G EEx m II T4. The Shotbolt GSCE 037 has been specifically designed to meet the demand for electrical locking within hazardous areas and environments in which explosive atmospheres may exist.

With the help of new design calculation software and improved manufacturing processes, Schaeffler has developed a cylindrical roller bearing with significantly improved axial load carrying capacity.