Electrification and digitalization of buildings is the key to the energy transition in the building sector. Light + Building 2024, which takes place from March 3 to 8 in Frankfurt, underlines this importance with the motto “Be electrified”.

The demands placed on connectors in medical technology are increasing: High mating cycles, compact design, high number of poles, secure locking and the ability to transmit high voltages in combination with high pulse currents are just some of the requirements. The zero8 product family from ept was designed to meet these requirements.

Space is at a premium in the energy sector - at least as far as space requirements are concerned. TE Connectivity has therefore developed very compact right-angle connectors for smaller switchgear. This is because the new modular and smaller switchgear systems that are now being used in the energy industry require space-saving connection solutions.

50 more exhibitors than last year: On March 5 + 6 over 370 exhibitors will present their solutions in industrial automation at the all about automation trade fair in Friedrichshafen. This makes it bigger than ever before on its tenth anniversary. And Euroconnectors partners will also be there again with their industry solutions.

For professional audio, video and lighting network applications, connectors that are suitable for heavy-duty applications are particularly in demand. The etherCON TOP Airtight series from Neutrik Group is designed for use in harsh environments and can withstand even the toughest weather conditions: genuine outdoor suitability is guaranteed even when unmated with the sealing cap open.

Cyber security in networked systems with locking components from Amphenol: In view of the ever-increasing threat of cyber attacks worldwide, it is becoming increasingly important to protect systems from attackers from a wide variety of sources. Protection against unauthorized intrusion via digital channels is of enormous importance. But there are other risks: Unauthorized access to systems can also be gained via connectors, for example. Amphenol has developed an interlocking solution for the 38999, RJFTV and USBFTV connector and cap series.

Rogowski coils are used for current measurement of alternating current and are primarily used for retrofitting in existing systems, either on busbars or power cables. In addition to their compact dimensions, the new space-saving 855 Series Rogowski coils from WAGO are particularly impressive due to their high measuring accuracy of accuracy class 1 in accordance with EN 61869.

The passive EMC harmonic filters Ecosine from Schaffner Group contribute to a better utilization of the electrical system capacity by relieving the electrical infrastructure from the overload and heat caused by harmonic currents. At the same time users benefit from a significantly improved power factor through the use of these filters.

Elektronische Geräte sind empfindlich gegenüber Spannungsschwankungen im Stromnetz. Ein elektronischer Geräteschutz stellt sicher, dass die Geräte vor Schäden durch Überspannung oder Unterspannung geschützt sind. Mit den neuen einkanaligen Geräteschutzschaltern PTCB von Phoenix Contact werden nun auch Lasten mit einer Versorgungsspannung von 48 V DC elektronisch abgesichert.

Even components that often receive little attention can prevent expensive damage: The protective caps for the 670 and 770 series cable connectors from Binder reliably protect the components against the ingress of dust and liquids when unplugged. The requirements of protection class IP67 are met.