HUMMEL Presents Another Model For The EXIOS Range
The EXIOS A2F is an innovative cable gland for Ex application. As all models from the EXIOS range, it has a special outer profile, which allows it – in connection with the well-known HUMMEL clamping-finger system – to tighten the cable gland with only a few movements of the hand.
This already saves time during installation as the open-ended wrench or spanner is only required for the final “turn”. (Read More)
Crowcon’s IRmax Infrared Hydrocarbon Gas Detector Certified to SIL 2
Crowcon’s IRmax infrared hydrocarbon gas detector has been certified to SIL 2 by Sira Test and Certification Ltd according to the requirements of the IEC 61508 and EN50402 functional safety standards. This certification provides 3rd party assurance of the integrity and dependability of the IRmax and allows it to be included as part of a SIL 2 safety system. (Read More)
Performance Enhancements For Mass Flow Controllers
Digital Mass Flow Controllers (MFC’s), as typically used in the semiconductor, chemical processing, food and pharmaceutical industries, are designed to both measure and control the flow of various gases and liquids.
Applications also occur where MFC’s are used in analytical laboratories for High Pressure Liquid Chromatography. In many applications the gases and fluids are operating at modest temperatures up to 80°C, (Read More)
MTL Instruments Is Pleased To Announce The Launch Of The SIL3 Rated MTL4850 Hart Multiplexer.
MTL is known worldwide as an intrinsic safety interface specialist, and now takes the lead in functional safety components by introducing the SIL3 rated MTL4850 Hart Multiplexer for connection to instrument loops performing safety functions up to and including Safety Integrity Level SIL3. (Read More)
Abingdon – UK, October 2012: NORD DRIVESYSTEMS has expanded its fast assembly service for ATEX geared motors to include Gas Zone 1 & 2 and Dust Zone 21 & 22 for nominal motor power ratings up to 18.5 kW.
Consolidating NORD as one of the leading ATEX drive suppliers in the UK, the geared motors are available (Read More)
Mindful that not everybody wants to wear heavy, unfashionable steel-toed boots in the workshop, Mac Tools has designed a smart new alternative: the Safety Trainer which is lightweight and flexible when crouching. Finished in an attractive black suede with a reinforced panel over the toes and featuring the red Mac Tools logo, this new item of footwear is much more than just a great-looking training shoe. Conceived with safety as a priority, the design meets and exceeds CE EN345 safety standards. (Read More)
Igus Linear Drive Modules For Extreme Conditions
Combined motor and drylin linear unit for use under water or in a vacuum
Linear motion specialist igus UK augments the motor programme for its drylin leadscrew units and belt drive modules by introducing new and ready-to-install combinations of motor and linear unit for use under water or in a vacuum.
The drylin ZLW toothed belt drive module, with variable stroke length, is particularly well-suited for (Read More)
Cyberhawk Appoints New CEO And Increases Focus On Technology Innovation
Cyberhawk Innovations has appointed Craig Roberts as its new Chief Executive Officer to lead the expansion of the company and the further commercialisation of its aerial inspection and surveying services for the oil & gas and utilities markets including renewables. Cyberhawk are the world leaders in the use of remotely operated aerial vehicles (ROAVs) to carry out engineering inspections of live assets such as flares and transmission towers and also deliver state of the art land surveying services.
Craig Roberts has extensive international business experience and a deep understanding of non-destructive testing (NDT), which is at the heart of Cyberhawk’s service offering. Craig was formerly the CEO of Mechanical Integrity Inc., a leading proponent of advanced NDT for the oil and gas industry, headquartered in Houston, Texas. (Read More)
CSA- Sira Launches Training Programme For 2012/13
CSA-Sira provides a comprehensive range of courses for those working in potentially explosive atmospheres and the environmental monitoring industry.
Training in the principles of: IEC; ATEX 94/9/EC & 137; DSEAR; IEC 61508 Functional Safety; MCERTS Environmental Monitoring (Air & Water); IECEx Certification of Personnel Competence & Competence Professional Schemes. (Read More)
Mutech Dons Hard Hats For A Team Building Exercise Down Under
Staff at Mutech Ltd, one of the UK’s leading electronics design and manufacturing companies, put aside their oscilloscopes and soldering irons in favour of hard hats and miner’s lamps when they took part in a team building exercise at the National Coal Mining Museum for England (NCM) based at Overton, near Wakefield.
Mutech’s approach to the corporate team building experience was part of the company’s annual Summer Day Out. (Read More)
