Depending on an application’s needs, there are numerous potting compounds available, with formulations offering properties including being low density/lightweight, flame retardant, flexible, optically clear, and thermally conductive. It can be challenging to know which material to specify, given the different chemistries, properties, and processing requirements. Kevin Brownsill, head of technical: learning and development at Intertronics, shares insight on potting compound selection for an LED assembly.

New condition sensors from norelem are poised to enhance manufacturing processes delivering stability, precision and reliability for locking bolts and positioning bushings.

Proving popular in many applications is FATH Components SIT/STAND monitor mount, part of its ‘Industry 4.0 Lean’ range of workstation equipment: a monitor mount, which the company says is packed with new innovations to provide a superior user experience.

JET PRESS has added high-voltage cable management clips for corrugated cables to its product catalogue. This new addition to the product range highlights the dedication of JET PRESS to meeting the evolving needs of industries working with high-voltage cable applications.

You may have heard or read something about particular types of fastenings being required for securing machine guards in position. Derek Coulson, machinery safety consultant at Safe Machine, looks at the requirement for fixed guards to be attached with retained fastenings, and unravel what exactly that means, and lists some of the suppliers that offer various different types of retained fastening.

EP42HT-2FG Black from Master bond is a two part, moderate heat cured epoxy with high temperature resistance that complies with FDA 21 CFR 175.105 for indirect food contact applications.

Permabond Engineering Adhesives has added new modified epoxies. The latest additions to its modified epoxy line are 2:1 mix ratio formulas that form durable, strong and flexible bonds to many substrates. They absorb and distribute stress caused by thermal expansion.

At the FDB Panel Fittings Online store, there is now a huge selection of long lock bodies for quarter-turn locks and latches held in stock for urgent delivery.

Emerson has launched the Branson Series GMX-Micro, a line of high-precision ultrasonic metal welders that feature a new computerised operating system, multiple power levels and configurations, advanced controls, and improved connectivity.

TIG welding is a true art and is considered to be the supreme discipline of joining processes. The new Fronius Artis lives up to its name, which is derived from the Latin “arte” for art.