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Hammond adds 36 additional configurations to its Industry 4.0 enclosure series


Megger acquires Power Diagnostix G


lobal electrical test equipment supplier Megger


has acquired Power Diagnostix of Aachen, Germany, manufacturer of high voltage diagnostic equipment, and in the provision of diagnostic services for high voltage installations. This acquisition greatly


enhances Meggers’ capabilities, particularly in the field of Partial Discharge (PD) testing where Megger can now offer diagnostic solutions for MV and HV electrical assets. These include transformers, bushings, generators, motors, switchgear and GIS/GIL installations, all of which complements the company’s existing cable and substation test and diagnostics solutions and services. “This acquisition, which is the latest in


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ammond Electronics has added 36 new configurations to its popular Industry 4.0 1554 and 1555


sealed enclosure families. Available in ABS or polycarbonate with styled, opaque, clear or smoked lids, the six new sizes are 105 x 105 x 60 and 90, 140 x 140 x 60 and 90 and 180 x 180 x 60 and 90, giving a grand total of 150 sizes and lid options available as standard. In addition to the new sizes, the polycarbonate versions have cUL and UL 508A listing and are tested to IP68 (NEMA Type 4, 4X, 6, 6P, 12 and 13). Sealing is achieved with a tongue and groove construction and a one-piece UL listed silicone gasket. All versions have a RAL7035 grey base.


The polycarbonate range is available with a plain or styled opaque lid, a clear lid or a


smoked lid; the ABS units have a plain or styled opaque grey lid. The lid is secured with self-captivated M4 stainless steel machine screws, located outside the sealed area and threaded into integral stainless-steel bushings to preserve the sealing integrity after repetitive assembly and disassembly. The internal features vary with size. M3


threaded brass inserts and/or standoffs for PCB or inner panel mounting and vertical PCB guides are provided in all but the smallest B size. DIN rail mounting tabs are moulded into most sizes. The polycarbonate versions are UV


stabilised for outdoor use. The grey material has a UL94-5VA flammability rating, the clear and smoked lids are rated UL94V-0. The ABS versions are rated UL94-HB.


Dialog Semiconductor accelerates IoT adoption with new ultra-low power Wi-Fi SoC


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ialog Semiconductor, a provider of highly integrated power management, AC/DC power


conversion, audio, charging and Bluetooth low energy technology, has introduced the FC9000. This will be Dialog’s first Wi-Fi SoC to be released since the closing of the acquisition of Silicon Motion’s Mobile Communications product line on May 31, 2019. The FC9000 is targeted at battery- powered IoT devices such as smart door locks, video monitoring systems, smart thermostats, and wireless sensors enabling direct connectivity to Wi-Fi networks, while typically supporting a battery power lifetime greater than one year. Previously, devices running on Zigbee, Z-


Wave or Bluetooth standards needed to be paired with an expensive and cumbersome gateway or smartphone to enable connectivity to the cloud, adding complexity and unnecessary costs for IoT adoption. The introduction of the FC9000 overcomes these issues as we move towards a Wi-Fi ubiquitous world.


4June 2019 “The FC9000, the first product in our


new VirtualZero product line, complements our existing portfolio of leading Bluetooth low energy SoC’s for connected devices and represents our next IoT connectivity innovation to pass on to our customers,” said Sean McGrath, senior VP & GM of Dialog Semiconductor’s connectivity and audio business group. “This Wi-Fi device is the first in a series that we plan to launch which solves major pain points for both manufacturers and end-users around IoT network compatibility and power consumption.” The FC9000 is a full offload system for


Wi-Fi networking, running the end device’s application code alongside its own. It does not require an external network processor or microcontroller but can operate alongside a microcontroller if desired. The SDK included with the device allows for rapid design implementation with a generous provision of 1.6MB of SRAM on-board memory.


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developing our growth strategy, is a very significant development for Megger, for Power Diagnostix and for the customers of both companies,” said Jim Fairbairn, CEO of Megger. “We now have access to some of the most innovative and effective technologies in the MV and HV diagnostics sector, enabling us to offer a truly comprehensive range of diagnostic on line


monitoring solutions for Electrical OEM’s, Power utilities and others who operate MV and HV equipment and networks.” “The acquisition of our business by


Megger is a very positive event,” said Dr Detlev Gross. “It ensures a long term continuity for the business and provides access to Megger design concepts which can be utilised within our already very successful product ranges, while the extensive Megger sales network will ensure that our diagnostic equipment, test services and online monitoring expertise becomes increasingly available around the world.” Dr Gross, the founder and former owner of Power Diagnostix, will remain as managing director of the business, thereby guaranteeing continuity and guidance.


Anglia wins fifth TDK distribution award


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nglia Components has received its fifth TDK European Distribution Award in the local


distribution category, an outstanding achievement over the six years in which the Awards have been presented. Anglia previously won awards in 2013, 2014, 2016 and 2017, giving it the best track record amongst TDK’s 18 local distributors in Europe. Presenting the Silver Distribution Award


in Munich, Dietmar Jaeger, head of the TDK's distribution business in Europe and general manager of global sales distribution, said, “Our assessment of our distribution partners is rigorous and detailed, and winning even one award is a significant achievement. The fact that


Anglia has now been recognised for outstanding business performance five times out of six demonstrates not only that they achieve very high standards, but also that they are able to maintain and improve on them consistently over many years. Congratulations to the Anglia team on a truly exceptional performance.” TDK’s annual assessment of distribution


partners is based on its Senten Manten program, a Japanese term that stands for the perfect result that can be achieved with 1,000 points. The programme assesses distributors’ performance and collaboration with TDK in four categories: business performance, inventory management, contractual terms and operational excellence.


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