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Weidmuller Ltd.

Klippon House
Centurion Court Office Park
Meridian East, Meridian Business Park
Leicester
LE19 1TP
United Kingdom

Telephone : 0116 282 3470
Email : marketing@weidmuller.co.uk
Web : http://www.weidmuller.co.uk


Editorial archive;

Modular I/O solution for mixed IP20 and IP67 applications 20/07/2020
In addition to centralised automation technology, there is also an increasing need for decentralised, intelligent control systems to bring greater flexibility to production environments. Full Story...

Automation and digitalisation solutions – Scalable and perfectly matched 15/10/2019
As an expert in Industrial Connectivity, Weidmüller offers u-mation, an integrated service for the automation and digitalisation of your machines and systems. You can benefit from the perfect interaction between all components and optimum integration into your systems. Hardware and software can be combined as required to produce future-proof automation and digitalisation solutions. u-mation allows you to tap into future-proof application opportunities and increase your competitiveness. Full Story...

JUST CONNECT! 16/09/2019
These days, you can get just about anything online. Want a tasty meal, cooked to your requirements and delivered fast? Yes, you can get that online. But what about a DIN-rail assembly with, perhaps, a side order of a customised enclosure? You can now get those online as well, says Peter Croucher of Weidmüller UK. Full Story...

Collaborating for Single Pair Ethernet 28/05/2019
Phoenix Contact, Weidmüller, Reichle & De-Massari, Belden, and Fluke Networks recently announced that they are to jointly develop mutually compatible components for Single Pair Ethernet (SPE). Full Story...

The click that revolutionises heavy-duty connectors 07/05/2019
The demand for heavy-duty multipole industrial connectors has never been greater, but wiring these connectors is often a tedious and time-consuming task. Now, however, as Ivor Hunt of Weidmüller UK explains, there is a revolutionary new technology solves these problems and is, therefore, certain to click with connector users. Full Story...

u-mation - automation and digitalisation portfolio 09/04/2019
Weidmüller‘s u-mation automation and digitalisation portfolio combines modular automation hardware, as well as innovative engineering and visualisation tools with sophisticated digitalisation solutions. The portfolio also features smart analytics modules and machine learning modules Full Story...

Weidmüller PROtop power supply: New innovative high-end power supply with pluggable PRO COM communication module. 13/05/2018
The pluggable PRO COM communication module by Weidmüller offers full communication capabilities from the field level to the cloud for the first time. PRO COM can be plugged into the PROtop power supply to acquire product and condition data. This data can then be transmitted to a superordinate controller and finally be evaluated in a cloud where the evaluation results can be made available to all relevant network participants.  Full Story...

Weidmüller makes Industry 4.0 real at Drives & Controls 19/03/2018
Connectivity expert Weidmüller has chosen this year’s Drives & Controls Exhibition at the NEC from 10 – 12 April (Stand D348, Hall 10) as the launchpad for solutions in the company’s groundbreaking u-mation range, which takes Industry 4.0 from a much-anticipated future concept to a productive reality for today. Full Story...

Simplifying product selection and configuration of control voltage distribution solutions 19/03/2018
As automation systems and control panels become more complex, the challenges associated with designing and implementing effective and convenient control voltage distribution systems increase dramatically. However, recent developments in terminal technology and design software provide the answer, says Peter Croucher of Weidmüller. Full Story...

Simplifying product selection and configuration of control voltage distribution solutions 19/02/2018
As automation systems and control panels become more complex, the challenges associated with designing and implementing effective and convenient control voltage distribution systems increase dramatically. However, recent developments in terminal technology and design software provide the answer. Full Story...

RockStar® ModuPlug: More freedom – Less effort 08/01/2018
RockStar® ModuPlug is setting new standards combining power, signals and data in one connector and is the platform for future, innovative modular connectivity solutions. Full Story...

Adaptable wide beam industrial lighting solution 20/06/2017
WIL STANDARD is a new LED light from Weidmüller that is suited to use in a range of applications. The LED light incorporates three rows of LEDs (3 x 14 LEDs) arranged in a trapesium shape at 20° angles, allowing for an ultra-wide beam angle and a broad illuminated area. This design means users do not have to rotate the light to illuminate specific areas or even change the direction. Full Story...

Adaptable wide beam industrial lighting solution 30/05/2017
WIL STANDARD is a new LED light from Weidmüller that is suited to use in a range of applications. The LED light incorporates three rows of LEDs (3 x 14 LEDs) arranged in a trapesium shape at 20° angles, allowing for an ultra-wide beam angle and a broad illuminated area. This design means users do not have to rotate the light to illuminate specific areas or even change the direction. Full Story...

Weidmüller appoints new Managing Director in the UK 23/02/2016
Mr Simon Goodwin joined leading electronics and electrical connectivity company, Weidmüller UK, as its new Managing Director as from December 1, 2015. He brings to the company a wealth of experience with previous successful management appointments at renowned global companies such as Omron Electronics and B+R Industrial Automation. Full Story...

I/O modules offer greater connection density 29/07/2015
Weidmüller has developed a new range of I/O technology – HD modules. Four lines with wire cross-sections of 0.14 to 0.32 mm2 can be connected to every HD connector, producing 32 connection points on 11.5 mm wide module.  Full Story...

A compact service interface for switch and control cabinets 16/01/2015
The FrontCom Vario is a new, compact service interface from Weidmüller for switch and control cabinets, designed to allow easy access to the control system/PC and electronics.  Full Story...

Ink-jet printer for plastic and metal markers offers a 'one stop shop' for use in industrial environments and highly automated processes 14/05/2013
Weidmüller's new PrintJet ADVANCED ink-jet printer, for plastic and metal markers, delivers a 'one-stop-shop' printer for use in industrial environments and highly automated processes. Full Story...

Omnimate Signal - PUSH IN wire connection for wires up to 1.5mm² 12/09/2012
When designing customised device connectivity products for modern applications, it is becoming increasingly important to find the ideal balance between device miniaturisation and increased device functionality. Full Story...

Signal converters join the Ethernet party 03/05/2010
Ethernet-communications has reached down to a new low level in the factory pyramid. Normally industrial Ethernet, in its various forms, is used to connect devices in the higher levels of the factory hierarchy, such as drives, computers, and controllers. but at Hannover Fair, Weidmüller hit a new low: it presented the concept that: signal converters could be Ethernet-enabled just as well. Full Story...

Tutorial: Working with "semi-wireless" instrumentation 21/10/2009
Will all wireless instrumentation really be completely wireless? Many devices are not suited to battery powering, so is removing just the data cable enough? What are your options for semi-wireless devices? Full Story...

The fourth generation wire stripper 03/05/2009
Having continuously improved the stripping tool in both technique and functionality, at Hannover Messe Weidmüller presented its fourth generation of stripax[tm] with a variety of significant and practice-oriented innovations. The stripping tool is suitable for flexible and solid conductors with PVC insulation, multi-conductors and thin ribbon cables – thus the user can prepare several types of conductors using only one precision tool. Full Story...

Protection for industrial bus systems 11/03/2009
The overvoltage protection terminals ‘MCZ ovp HF’ are designed to protect industrial bus systems as well as fast analogue systems. Full Story...

Weidmüller’s WaveLine Industrial Ethernet Router 30/01/2009
For remote maintenance and firewall applications: Access to industrial networks hand-in-hand with maximum security. Two digital inputs are standard. Full Story...

The Importance of using and choosing the correct signal isolators 14/07/2008
In most processes there are pieces of electronic measurement and control equipment from many manufacturers. Full Story...

High Concepts at Hannover 07/07/2008
Hannover is the place to come to see new technology and get immersed in new ideas. Full Story...

On-Machine Controls 27/06/2008
Improved environmental ruggedness is opening up more applications for on-machine control options. Full Story...

Universal connection concept for copper and fibre 01/11/2007
Weidmüller says its IE-Line of connectors with Steadytec technology—the ‘first-ever universal IP67 solution for copper and fibre-optic cabling’—is a modular platform, integrating several technologies in a single coherent concept. Full Story...

Industrial Ethernet Manufacturing Solutions 01/04/2007
As the search for innovative solutions for the use of Industrial Ethernet products within the pharmaceutical market continues manufacturing success relies on high product functionality, reliable connections and the ability to meet global standards, according to Alan Mutch. Full Story...