Inside Automation, issue 2, 2014

issue 2 2014

Linear guidesfrom stockpages 6 & 7

Ø40mmsignal tower

page 11

Omni-fin; low flowcovered!

page 9

High powerstud

terminals page 8

OEM INSIDE AUTOMATION 2014-2 WWW.OEM.CO.UK2

Publisher OEM Automatic LtdEditor Anne Massey

Graphic design Yarwood AssociatesCirculation 17,976

Contact details OEM Automatic LtdWhiteacresCambridge RoadWhetstone, LeicesterLE8 6ZG

Tel 0116 2849900Fax 0116 2841721

Internet [email protected]

This year OEM Automaticis celebrating the 25thanniversary of ourbusiness starting in the UK

The UK subsidiary was the first venture

outside of the OEM Groups home

Scandinavian market and from a small

beginning in Nuneaton back in 1989 we

have grown to occupy a purpose built

office and 1000sqm warehouse in

Whetstone just south of Leicester.

While we celebrate 25 years our parent

company in Sweden passes the 40 year

milestone and our basic business idea

has stayed the same throughout our

development.

That is to represent leading

manufacturers of industrial automation

components and act as their local sales

organisation in the countries where we

operate.

Richard ArmstrongManaging Director

MD’scomment

Specialised organisation4 business areas – 1 partner

PanelElectrical components for inside and outside

control panels

Machine & SafetySensors, encoders,connection systemsand machine safety

components

Pressure & FlowComponents that

measure and controlthe pressure, flow and

level of liquids and gases

MotorsAC and DC motors, geared motors,

electronic drives and linear solutions

1974OEM Automatic founded inTranas, Sweden by theFranzen and Svenberg families

1981-1983Companies established inFinland, Denmark and Norway

1993OEM Automatic UKmoves to Whetstone

1981Introduction to Swedishstock exchange

1989Companyestablished in UK

Time Line

To become a competent and effective partner to our customers we have divided ourproduct range into specialised business areas. In this way we combine the advantageof being specialised in small areas with the benefits of being part of a large organisation.Being a partner with OEM Automatic means you have access to our unique broad productrange but in a specialised organisation. With our ability to see the whole value chain andtotal costs we aim to improve your competitive advantage and profitability. Our ambition isto make it easier for you to find the best and most cost-efficient solutions.

Supplier Customer

Drammen

Tranas

Allerød

Turku

Parnu

Riga

Panevezys

Warsaw

Prague

Trnava

Budapest

Leicester

Shanghai

OEM INSIDE AUTOMATION 2014-2 WWW.OEM.CO.UK 3

1992-1999Addition of majornew suppliers

1999Move to purpose builtoffice and warehouse

2011Acquisition of Echobeach Ltd (Contaclip)

2013£0.5M investment in warehouse includingfour automated vertical storage units

1999-2010Development and rationalisation of product rangeand establishment of Business Area concept

2012Acquisition of Datasensor(UK) Ltd (Datalogic)

2014OEM Automatic is 25 years old!

Efficient logisticsOur warehouse in Whetstone aims to despatch all orders the sameday if received before 16.30. Our warehouse personnel areresponsible for despatching more than 25,000 orders per year andwe are proud of our ability to get products to our customers safelyand on time. We currently hold more than 8000 articles in stock soour customers can get standard products delivered the next day.

• Founded in 1974

• Listed on Swedish stock exchange

• 28 companies in 14 countries

• Group turnover 200M Euro

• More than 600 employees

• > 20,000 customers

• > 300 suppliers

OEM Automatic UK is a part of the OEM International group whoseheadquarters are in Tranas, Sweden. The companies within thisgroup are leading suppliers of components and systems forindustrial automation in the Nordic region, UK and Eastern Europe.With an office in Shanghai we are also able to support ourcustomers who move their production to China.

FACTS: OEM International

Competent sales and product staffBecause of our specialised business areas all of our sales staff areexperts in their particular field. This enables them to reallyunderstand the products and applications and assist customers onsite with selecting the right product. A program of training with oursuppliers runs throughout the year so they are always updated withthe latest innovations and product knowledge.

Our product specialists and product managers have the deepestknowledge of the products and are responsible for product rangedevelopment and day to day contact with our suppliers. They alsoprovide technical support for sales and customer support staff.


Go direct –No CT’sThe N 27D is the latest generation DIN rail mount digital meterthat offers a cost effective solution for the measurement offour single phase network parameters in one compact unit.

This meter has a direct connection of up to 63A removing the needto fit any additional current transformers. With a modular design andbeing only 3 modules wide it can easily form part of a distributionand MCB fuse panel.

The unit is easy to read with its 4 digit LED display and has a singlebutton on the front panel to scroll through the measured values,RMS voltage, RMS current, Active power and Frequency.

Power network versions also available.

ND27D features:• 63A direct connection• DIN rail mount• Easy setup• Complies with EN 62208

Compact andcost effective!

Whatever the application, the S15 sensor fromDatalogic has it covered!

• Stainless steel version for IP69K protection

• Plastic short case version for cost & space saving

• All optic functions at optimal operating distance

• Models with fixed setting or trimmer adjustment

• M12 connector or pre-cabled versions

For more information please contact Paul Adkins on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contact Ross Bland on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

Part Description Special NetNumber Price Offer MOQS15-PA-5-C11-PK Diffuse proximity, plastic,

PNP*, M12 connector, 1 - 35 cm £9.60** 10

S15-PA-5-M01-PK Background suppression, plastic, PNP*, M12 connector, 40 - 120mm £24.00** 10

S15-PA-5-T01-PK Transparent retro reflective, plastic, PNP*, M12 connector, 0.1 - 0.8m (R2 reflector required) £12.80** 10

S15-PA-5-B01-PK Polarised retro reflective, plastic, PNP*, M12 connector, 0.1 - 4m (R2 reflector required) £11.20** 10

S15-NA-5-C11-PK Diffuse proximity, stainless steel, PNP*, M12 connector, 1 - 35cm £17.60** 10

S15-NA-5-M01-PK Background suppression, stainless steel, PNP*, M12 connector, 40 - 120mm £32.00** 10

S15-NA-5-T01-PK Transparent retro reflective, stainless steel, PNP*, M12 connector, 0.1 - 0.8m (R2 reflector required) £20.80** 10

S15-NA-5-B01-PK Polarised retro reflective, stainless steel, PNP*, M12 connector, 0.1 - 4m (R2 reflector required) £19.20** 10

R2 Reflector 48mm x 55mm £3.50** 10* NPN versions also available please contact us for details** Price offer is valid until 31st August 2014

SPECIALOFFER


Celebrating 20 yearsSuco is one of the main suppliers to the OEM group and thisyear celebrates a 20 year partnership with OEM Automatic inthe UK. Suco is a leading manufacturer of pressure switches and pressuresensors. They offer an excellent range of pressure monitoringproducts which include mechanical pressure switches, electronic pressure switches, pressure transmitters and pressure transducers. With an extensive range of products Suco has a solution to suit most pressure applications.

For more information please contact Neil Bailey on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

Mechanical pressure switches

• 5 body materials such as zinc-plated, steel, stainless steel,brass and aluminium

• Pressure and vacuum

• Pressure ranges from 0.1 – 400 bar

• Vacuum ranges 100 – 950mBar

• Overpressures safe up to 100/300/600 bar

• Voltages up to 250V max

• N/O, N/C and changeover (SPDT)

• A range of electrical connections

• A variety of thread options

• ATEX Pressure switches

Electronic pressure switches and pressure sensors

• A range of thread and electrical connections

• High overpressures

• High pressure ramp rates

• Stainless steel and titanium wetted parts

• Silicon on Sapphire technology (SoS)/Oil filled sensors

• Different outputs and switching functions

To celebrate our partnership, OEMAutomatic is giving away Sucoscrewdrivers to existing Suco

customers or pressure switch users.

To claim your exclusive Sucoscrewdriver please complete the

request on the back page.

Cutting the lead timefor linear guidesOEM Automatic is proud to offer the cost effective Ct range of linearguides from market leaders THK.

• Large stock holding at OEM Automatic, Whetstone

• Rail cut to customer specific lengths

• Competitively priced

• Available with standard, wide or flanged blocks

• Full catalogue of THK products available


For more information please contact Adam Porter on0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]



Compact and low-maintenance

High power stud terminals

The new style hinged covers are availablein yellow, blue or beige to help terminalidentification. The cover is easy to mount; itsimply snaps into the side walls of the studterminal as it is closed. In this quick andreliable way, a touch-safe protection of allthe terminal points is always guaranteed.

• Rated at 125A to 520A

• TS35 or direct mount

• 2 and 3 pole cross connects

• Lug or busbar direct connection

• V0 (UL94) flammability rating

For more information please contactGareth Ford on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

Conta Clip has now extended theirrange of stud terminals to include 35mm& 70mm connections.

These compact studs are available with M6,M8, M10, M12 & M16 studs that are ratedat 1000V. The conductors are held securelywith the aid of a safety/spring washer fixedto the nut to making for a maintenance freeinstallation and no lost washers.

For more information please contactPaul Adkins on 0116 2849900or e-mail [email protected]

The new SR060E generation of slip ringshas been developed especially for thepackaging industry. Their smooth andstraight surfaces allow easy cleaningand therefore meet the requirements ofthe food processing industry.

Thanks to innovative contact materials, aparticularly long life is ensured with up to500 million revelations. The new materialalso does not require any form of oilingunlike other slip rings on the market. Slip rings are generally used for transmittingpower, signals or data from a stationary to arotating platform and are suitable in thefollowing applications:

• Packaging

• Textile machinery

• Robots and handling equipment

• Video surveillance equipment (CCTV)

• Bottling plants

• Swivel table

Features:

• Compact dimensions 60x98 mm

• Power 240 V AC/DC 16 A, Signal 48 V AC/DC 2 A max

• IP 64

• Lifetime 500 million revolutions

• Transfer of the 3 power and 2 data


• Special media conditioning tube whichpresents the liquid to the sensor in theoptimum reading format

• Output options:4-20mA2 switch points covering the full rangePNP/NPN push/pull switchingLCD backlit screenLED switch alarm

• One material in contact with media1.4571 (316 Stainless Steel) othersavailable

• Flow ranges:6mm dia tube 0.001 – 0.2 l/min8mm dia tube 0.025 – 5 l/min10mm dia tube 0.05 – 10 l/min

Don’t believe us! Check out the Omni-Fin in action to see it measure asingle drop of water! Visit www.vimeo.com/46615912

Honsberg are among the forerunners of flow technology fromproven, rugged flow switches to the latest electronic flowmeasuring devices.

The need to measure low flows can take many forms from leakdetection of sealed systems and chemical dosing to ensuringliquid product mixes are achieved in an accurate and efficientmanner with minimal waste.

The S4634/S4635 is a unique way of controlling systempressure via “leak free” bourdon tube technology.

A simple method of switching and monitoring gases in one single device.

Options include up to two switching outputs with a display range of0 – 400 Bar.

• Magnetic snap action contact

• Stainless steel housing, 40mm and 50mm diameter options

• Adjustable switch point between 10% and 90% of the display range

• Factory setting available

• Can be cleaned for oxygen use

Omni-fin; low flow covered!

For more information please contactNeil Bailey on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contactNeil Bailey on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

“Leak free” gasmonitoring and control


See the light!OEM Automatic can now offer the full Stego range of compactLED enclosure lamps.

The LED 025 series is suitable for all types of panels andenclosures especially where space is at a premium. Installation time is reduced to a minimum with the choice ofmagnetic, direct panel or din rail mounting options.

The range is available with built-in on/off switch or an optional PIRmovement sensor in all the popular supply voltages 12V, 24-48Vdcor 110-230Vac.

• Latest LED technology

• 60 000+ hours life

• UL approved

• Daisy chaining available

The new SOLICON DRC series combine all the advantages ofa solid state relay design with the functionality and simplicityof a traditional electromechanical contactor.

The innovative design is enclosed within a compact DIN rail mounthousing and is the only solid state contactor available on themarket with built in auxiliary contacts.

Product selection is made easy as all units are specified for ACmotor load ratings in both HP & KW. There is a motor reversingversion available featuring an embedded electrical interlock foradded safety.

The range offers all the advantages of solid state technologyincluding high switching frequency and silent operation plus inmany cases outperforms the specification of any other equivalentunit available on the market.

High performance solid statecontactors

For more information please contact Jay White on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contact Paul Adkins on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

• Latest solid state technology

• Traditional contactor stylehousing

• Long lifetime & silentoperation

• High switching frequency

• Auxiliary contacts

• Motor reversing option

Safety light curtains designed so that the whole ofthe front face is active, giving maximum coverageof the complete area whether hand or fingerprotection is required.

Introducing Datalogic’s SG2 and SG4 EXTENDED ranges.


Safe detectionfrom start tofinish

Toweringperformance

Introducing Eco 40 the first modularØ40mm signal tower available on the market.

High performance LED’s offer excellentvisibility and long lifetime but still at anattractive price.

The modular design allows maximumflexibility to re-configure as required and thewide range of mounting base options allhave screw-less terminals for a faster andmore reliable connection.

There are six colours available plus a widerange of accessories including a soundermodule and all available from stock forimmediate delivery.

• High performance LED’s

• Excellent cost/performance ratio

• Screw-less terminals

• Wide range of mounting options& accessories

• IP66 & UL certified

For more information please contact Jay White on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

For more information please contact Martin Illston on 0116 2849900 or e-mail [email protected]

• NO DEAD ZONE

• 14mm-30mm resolution

• Cascade connection of up to 3 units

• Safety Type 2 (PLd) or Type 4 (PLe)

• Up to 20m operating distance

• 300-1800mm protection height

• Integrated muting function

• Floating or fixed blanking versions available

Muting

- ‘T’ ‘L’ and ‘X’ Muting

- Override function

- Fixed or externalmuting sensors

Blanking

- Fixed beams

- Floating beams

- Compulsory object detection option

Cascade

- ‘Master and Slave’

- Up to 3 Units

- 90° connection

- NO DEAD ZONE

Whiteacres, Cambridge Road, Whetstone, Leicester LE8 6ZG, UK. Tel: 0116 284 9900 Fax: 0116 284 1721www.oem.co.uk e-mail: [email protected]

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