Snap-off knife
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Irwin Tools
The 18 mm ProTouch knife features a bi-metal snap-off blade with sharpness and durability in a blade that only snaps where it’s supposed to.
Folding utility knife
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Irwin Tools
The folding utility knife (also known as a lock-back knife) from Irwin Industrial Tools is a convenient and compact tool with a quick, simple and safe blade replacement via a push-button blade release mechanism.
DIN rail power supply
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
The Meanwell MDR-100 series of 100 W miniature single output DIN rail switching power supply units are designed for use in automation, electromechanical and data communications applications.
Rotary cam switch
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: NHP Electrical Engineering Products Pty Ltd
The Elektra range of ‘C’ mount cam switches is claimed to be quick and easy to mount, making it versatile to install in a wide range of applications.
2-wire DC sensors
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
The Uprox+ line of 2-wire DC sensors now incorporate quick-disconnect capabilities, with ‘Factor 1’ technology, providing simple and space-saving mounting, compared to mechanical switches. The Uprox+ technology is claimed to extend sensing ranges for all metal types.
BFB 75K photoelectric sensors
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd
The BFB 75K series of fibre-optic photoelectric sensors are available in three model tiers.
uvex i-vo safety lenses
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: RS
The uvex i-vo safety spectacles fit snugly yet comfortably, while providing dependable eye protection from mechanical, solar radiation and other optical hazards.
Anti-vibration gloves
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: OTB Products Pty Ltd
The Summerweight gloves are designed for use in situations where workers are subjected to vibration from equipment they are working on, such as power tools or vehicles.
Laser safety sensor
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Jemtech Pty Ltd
The Shrike SH-L600 laser sensor features a housing fully moulded from polyurethane resins and rigidly built around a steel mounting plate. The design significantly controls laser drift caused by thermal expansion and contraction of the mounting materials.
Frequency inverter
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
The Movitrac LTE version B series of frequency inverters is suited to low-power variable-speed drive applications, such as small fans and pumps, machine tools and conveyors.
Hole punch tool
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Weidmuller Pty Ltd
The Hydraulic Hand Puncher tool is designed for use in making round, square and rectangle cut-outs into steel and plastic panels. Form cut-outs for industrial multi-pole (6, 10, 16 and 24) connectors and industrial ethernet connectors can also be punched using special dies.
Cable markers
01 April, 2008 | Supplied by: Soanar Limited
The Heatex range of cable markers from Brady are thermal printable labels, made up of zero halogen thermoplastic polyurethane material, suitable for both thermal and dot matrix printing.
Wire mesh versus conventional tray systems
26 March, 2008 by George Loseby*
Twenty years ago, only 10% of cables in commercial buildings were data cables; but now, that figure is closer to 60%, with electrical and cabling contractors also laying control and sensing cables in industrial buildings
Olex acquires Australmold
26 March, 2008
Cable manufacturer Olex has acquired Australmold, a major supplier of Elastimold and Euromold cable accessories.
Automatic hand dryer
26 March, 2008 | Supplied by: http://www.stokes-aus.com.au
This wall-mounted hand dryer automatically releases warm air when the user's hands are placed under the nozzle. It is suitable for all types of washrooms. The user's hands are detected by an infrared sensor.
