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• Pressure measurement of any gas, liquid or oil [fluid type] • Dual display for simultaneous display of process value (PV) and setpoint value (SV) • Secondary (SV) display : setpoint value, pressure unit, or display-OFF • Switch between NPN and PNP open collector output via parameter configuration • 3-color main (PV) display (RUN mode : green / red, parameter setting mode : orange)

• Rated pressure range - negative pressure : -101.3 to 0.0 kPa - positive pressure : 0 to 100.0 kPa, 0 to 1,000 kPa - compound pressure : -101.3 to 100.0 kPa • Compact design (may vary by model)

Sensor Distribution Boxes • 4-pin / 5-pin M12 connector type • Supply power to multiple sensors using a single power supply • Simplify complicated wiring and maintenance work • Check operation status with LED indicators (green, red LED) • Waterproof cover (IP67 protection structure), protection cover (IP52 protection structure)

At Heltek, solid devices with very different service lives are retrofitted and then come onto the market like new. The machine builder from the north is a specialist in new and used machines for butcher shops and canteen kitchens. Sustainability is on everyone's lips and Heltek is right on trend here. “It is definitely worth making used machines functional again, preparing them thoroughly and equipping them with modern technology. Raw materials and energy are expensive, and the somewhat older machines with their massive components often offer the perfect basis for an absolutely high-quality retrofit product," says Edip Kaska, electronics technician at Heltek Maschinenbau. Smal high-end devices Even with meat processing machines, start and stop is no longer enough. In order to be able to achieve consistent quality in production, various sensors measure speeds, temperatures and fill levels. The setting options for regulating the machines and adapting them to the situation are correspondingly varied. Instead of many controllers and buttons, smooth, compact touch panels are pioneering here, which are tailored to the needs in terms of programming and design. “From now on, the KN Controls Basic touch panels from Kraus & Naimer will be used on our Kilia machines. The previously installed devices have been discontinued and with the Basic we were able to find an HMI that fills this gap perfectly in terms of performance and budget," says Kaska. Programs and recipes on demand As is known from many kitchen machines in private use, in this case the production companies can store predefined programs and recipes or enter factors such as motor speeds individually. With the pre-installed JMobile software on the Kraus & Naimer (...) To read the full article go to https://www.krausnaimer.com/de_en/info/retrofitted-used-machines-with-new-basic-panels-from-kraus-naimer

Safety Grip Type Enabling Switches • Various lineup models available (standard / stop button / momentary button type) • High operation sensitivity with 3-position snap action • Enable operation indicator (green LED) • Various contact types (N.O. 2+N.C. 1 / N.O. 2+N.C. 2 / N.O. 2+N.O. 2) • Secure connection with cable gland

Safety Relay Terminal Blocks • Relays with force guided contacts for safe control system (IEC 61810-3) • For driving various loads using PLC output signals • Redundant circuits and signal feedback for safety • Available in 4-pole and 6-pole models • Available in screw type and screwless type models

• Various lineups for diverse applications (15 W~480 W) • Compact size for maximum space efficiency • Improved power factor with PFC circuit • Outstanding environmental resistance : overcurrent / overvoltage protection and overheating • prevention, wide temperature range • Low output voltage indicator (red LED), output indicator (green LED)

Holistic Solutions for Safety-Critical Applications With their joint trade fair appearance, BOPLA and ROSE underline their commitment to providing customers with comprehensive, end-to-end support. Through close collaboration and integration, they create enclosure and system solutions that meet the highest requirements in terms of robustness, functionality, and integration. Combined Product Portfolio for Defense Technology At the exhibition stand, BOPLA and ROSE will present their combined product portfolio for the defense sector for the first time. The focus is on high-quality aluminum enclosures in various NATO coatings, which are consistently designed for military applications and can be customized individually. Whether in vehicles, on ships, or in aircraft, these enclosures protect sensitive electronics and control systems even under the most extreme conditions, delivering exactly the level of robustness required in safety-critical environments. Another highlight is transparent film heaters for visors, cameras, drones, and sensors. They keep viewing areas free from condensation and ice, ensuring that systems remain operational at all times. Thanks to their particularly lightweight and thin design, they can be easily installed even on curved or contoured surfaces. The underlying metal mesh technology, featuring integrated silver conductors and a coating of ultra-thin copper and carbon nanotubes, not only enables operation at low voltages but also provides electrical shielding for displays. Heating and shielding functions can thus be combined, offering comprehensive protection for sensitive display, camera, and sensor systems.

The range extends the two big B 2330 (239 mm x 300 mm) and B 2736 (284 mm x 364 mm) enclosure types by a height of 160 mm. Mathias Bünte, from BOPLA, explains: “The new Bocube enclosures can now also accept automation components, for example our CombiNorm DIN rail enclosures. This makes them ideal for use as mini switch cabinets for decentral control technology in industrial automation.” In addition, our B 2613 enclosure with the intermediate size of 271 mm x 125 mm x 60 mm (L x W x H) completes the range. Matthias Bünte continues: “This enclosure, which was originally designed for a specific customer, was requested so often that we decided to include it in our product range.” Their elegant design and sophisticated mechanical construction ensure that the sturdy, graphite or light grey industrial enclosures really stand out. Thanks to the unique patented hinged catch, the screwless fitting of the lid takes place very easily and extremely quickly – no need for special tools! The lid can be swivelled upwards, and the hinge side can be selected as required. The enclosures made of high-density flame-resistant or self-extinguishing ABS and polycarbonate UL 94 V0 materials are especially sturdy mechanically. Even in their standard version, they provide IP 68 protection class. The patented coloured hinged catches and the captive opaque or crystal-clear lids complete the unique range of features and components of the Bocube industrial enclosures. With these additional enclosure sizes, the Bocube series now consists of 26 basic sizes and 150 standard combination options. More special sizes or combinations can be produced on request.

All the Polysafe enclosures‘ external components are made of plastic, so they give maximum protection against corrosion. They withstand temperatures of up to 960°C and are halogen-free and self-extinguishing. In addition, a protective cover integrated in the enclosure protects the interior against moisture by preventing water from dripping inside when the door is opened. The door itself is available in two types – with and without a viewing window. It can be adjusted to open by 180° to the left or right, and can easily be disassembled if required. Internally-mounted hinges guarantee a high level of mechanical protection and stability. A reliable locking system provides protection class of up to IP66/DIN EN 60529. Various locks are available and can be exchanged at any time by the end user. The light switch cabinet enclosures are easy and quick to install. External screw channels make direct wall mounting easy. The electronics enclosures are available in 8 sizes from 300 x 250 x 140 mm up to 800 x 600 x 300 mm (L x W x H). Under normal environmental conditions, they will not require servicing for more than 10 years. They are impact resistant in accordance with test class IK10 acc. to IEC 62262. They can be supplied ex-warehouse in light grey (similar to RAL 7035) and in special colours on request. As with all BOPLA enclosures, the Polysafe series also offers a comprehensive range of accessories, including a metal stand for installation devices, mounting panels, wall brackets, safety locks and many more.

Switches + key-lock devices with up to 1000 effective differentials make logistics centers or industrial facilities much more secure. Only those who have the right key can switch. In sensitive areas, authorization via a key switch ensures security and compliance with factory standards. The Kraus & Naimer Control an Load Switches with key-lock devices: are secured against unintentional manual removal in intermediate positions (can be removed once or 6 times) are available with high-quality brass cylinders with 6-pin tumblers from DOM Sicherheitstechnik ➞ Definitions of relocking security: Blocking of a non-associated key up to approx. 5 Nm within its own locking circuit (factory standard 3137 and 3137 KN) meet the highest requirements (many industrial cylinders only have 5 tumblers!) With a large number of employees – for example with shift operation or several branches – up to 1000 different locking systems provide sufficient space. In an enclosure, with half-cylinder lock, four-hole or central mounting, for base mounting or with additional electro-mechanical interlock - you will find various other standard key switches under optional extras. We will be happy to advise you on special solutions!

Tele Radio has its latest step into the future with its next-generation product line: PAQ. This new line of solutions seeks to enhance flexibility, safety, and user experience in the industrial workplace like never before. We are introducing the first products based on the new platform later in the year. The PAQ line seeks to address the ever-changing needs of the industrial workplace, which always holds the stringiest safety requirements.

The word "avionic" is a combination of aviation and electronics. Avionics therefore refers to all electronic devices and systems used in aircraft. In both large passenger aircraft and small aeroplanes, all aviation systems are doubly protected. To ensure that this redundancy in handling does not become too complicated, developers are constantly working on the function and design of individual components. The motivated ‘team of aviation enthusiasts’ at RS Flight Systems in Berg near Munich develops and produces avionics devices for 2 to 4-seater aircraft and helicopters. ‘We all grew up here with flying and have the vision of making this experience ever easier and safer,’ CTO Dr Matthias Weinzierl (front right on the cover photo together with the second company founder and CEO Maximilian Rommel) tells us. Modern motors – more effort? Highly efficient fuel-injected engines for small aircraft, such as those from the market leader BRP-Rotax from Austria, have been impressing customers for years with their enormous performance and fuel consumption reduction. However, these complex components also require a whole series of switching operations in order to test all functions before the aircraft takes off. Where once 2 switches were sufficient for older aircraft engines, the pilot suddenly had to operate 8 of them. In addition to the effort involved, the risk of forgetting or confusing one became too high. As a result, RS Flight Systems introduced the Start Key Switch 9iS, a switch with a high level of logic that could be used to access all functions in 8 different switch positions. Undoubtedly a very space-saving variant, but for some users it was already too compact and they wanted more clarity. These parameters led the developers to create the SCU Front Panel V2. You can find the whole article under the following link:

By integrating light guides and scattering elements, BOPLA offers optimal lighting results for night design and daylight. The portfolio of illuminated membrane keypads consists of various designs and technologies which guarantee homogeneous, efficient and energy-saving illumination. In bad light conditions, the illuminated membrane keypads make work much easier, and in this way they ensure a reduction in errors by minimising incorrect operations. Even in dark rooms, this guarantees 100% secure operability. In doing this, the number of keys and their positions, the shape of the keys and the graphic design can be adapted individually to the relevant requirements. Backlit Profiline for the highest standards Whether vehicle technology, payment systems or medical technology – thanks to its long operating life, low energy consumption and optimal ease of use, the backlit Profiline membrane keypad is at home in many sectors. The space-saving technology used here incorporates dual-function key inlays which also act as a light guide. A special RGB LED allows a key to light up in various colours – a very wide range of mixed colours in addition to red, green and blue. In this way, different displays are possible inside a single key. Even light distribution In addition, with its NLF backlight (Night-Light-Foil) and EL foils (electro-luminescence foils) BOPLA offers two more technologies for even light distribution.. With the use of LEDs, NLF technology makes it possible to realise almost all back-lighting requirements in robust, compact and effective ways, from the single key to a large area. A low mechanical height and mechanical flexibility are additional advantages. EL foils also emit homogeneous light over the entire surface. Normally EL membranes are less than 0.3 mm thick, so they are extremely space-saving.