New on Routeco.com...

Have you noticed our new search function on Routeco.com?

The eCommerce website has a new search bar that allows you to find products by:

• Brand name
• Manufacturer Part Number
• Routeco Part Number
• Keyword

The search bar has replaced the previous four seperate search fields, and it enables a more convienent way to find products.

We are constantly adding to our website - with over 1,400 products added in recent months.

Check out the new search bar here.

Rockwell Automation Encompass Partner: HMS

HMS are a leading supplier for industrial communication. HMS provide reliable solutions to connect devices such as robots, control systems, motors and sensors to any industrial network.
The network cards and know-how enable customers to broaden their market and implement devices regardless of network environment. This makes HMS technology a must have for any system integrator or manufacturer of industrial equipment wishing to operate globally.

HMS has a long history of expertise, large installed base, and wide market coverage – making them the undisputed market leader in their field.

HMS offers network-enabling and protocol conversion solutions within the scope of the Rockwell Encompass partner program.

To view our selection of HMS products click here

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000

We're Hiring!

We have several job vacancies across our branches. Here is an overview of all our current opportunities.

 

Branch Supervisor - Derby

 

Area Sales Manager - Dudley

 

Part-time Receptionist - Milton Keynes

 

Creative Marketing Assistant - Milton Keynes

 

Area Sales Manager - Coventry

 

External Sales Engineer - Peterlee Area

 

External Sales Engineer - Leeds Area

 

External Sales Engineer - Milton Keynes Area

 

For more information, or if you would like to apply, please click on the job role.

Dell Financial Services through Routeco

Businesses are always challenged to provide a robust IT infrastructure that enhances business processes and exceeds their customers' expectations, whilst trying hard to minimise costs.

Key Benefits
Using a financing and leasing solution from Dell Financial Services through Routeco allows you to:

• Maximise the buying power of your budget - avoid paying for all your equipment and services from the outset. Spread the cost and pay for equipment as it is used - Operational Expenditure not Capital Expenditure.
• Budget with certainty - payments are fixed during the term of agreement, providing you with predictable budgeting. Fixed payments can also help improve cash flow and preserve existing lines of credit.
• Save working capital - by paying for your equipment as it is used, you can free-up your working capital facilities and keep cash in your business, not tied up in depreciating IT equipment.
• Technology Refresh option - during the course of the agreement if your equipment requirements changes, Technology Refresh allows you to benefit from the latest technology when your business needs it, not when budgets allow.
• Reduce total cost of ownership - Dell Financial Services is responsible for the disposal of leased equipment in line with environmental directives and at no additional charge.
• Benefit from tax savings - in the region of 2-5% of the capital cost.
• Tailor your financial solution - to fit your specific requirements, including deferments and structured payment profiles.
• Be flexible - with finance for any solution, even for non-Dell equipment, software and services.
• Take advantage of residual values - Dell Financial Services investment in hardware residual value allows for lower monthly payments and reduced total cost ownership.

For more information please contact Carl Wallace 01908 359293 or ITsales@routeco.com

Rockwell Automation Encompass Partner: Panduit

Panduit is a world-class developer and provider of leading-edge solutions that help customers optimise their physical infrastructure through simplification, agility, and operational efficiency. Panduit’s Unified Physical Infrastructure SM (UPI) based solutions five enterprises the capabilities to connect, manage and automate communications, computing, power, control and security systems for a smarter, unified business foundation. Strong relationships with technology leaders complemented with its global staff and unmatched service and support, make Panduit a valuable a trusted partner.

 

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000

Online Product Information!

Over the past few months, the e-Catalogue team here at Routeco have been busy adding over 1,400 products to our website. This means there is greater scope of products available for you to view and purchase online.
 
Recently added include a range of ATEX products from CEAG, Steute and Allen-Bradley; the new range of VisiSight 42JT photoelectric sensors; the latest range of Guardmaster and Pilz safety products; and weighing products from Hardy Process Solutions.

Check out our franchises with new products added to our website:

Allen-Bradley, CEAG, Eurotherm, Guardmaster, Hardy Process Solutions, MTL, Pilz, Rittal, Schaffner, Steute, Tyco Electronics, Weidmuller

Keep a regular check on our website as products will continuously be added to build up our portfolio!

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000

Rockwell Automation Encompass Partners: Hardy Process Solutions

Hardy Process Solutions has established itself as an industry leader in the weighing automation world by providing high accuracy and precision measurements, while seamlessly integrating process weight signals into the plant control system.
In almost all industries, manufacturing operations require materials to be weighed at some point of the production process. Process instrumentation can help improve processes and achieve operational excellence in the four major areas of the supply chain:

STOCK – For accurate inventory management
MAKE – The ability to deploy batch and/or continuous processes
PACK – For accurate and repeatable filling measurement and control
SHIP – For flexible consolidation and reconsolidation of packed goods

Hardy's principle responsibility, individually and collectively, is to meet or exceed customers' expectations the first time and every time, by providing quality products and services. They will strive to meet customers' needs, and, through teamwork, enthusiastically anticipate future needs.

To view our selection of Hardy Process Solution products click here

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000

MTL4850 Hart Multiplexer gains SIL3 rating for functional-safety related loops

MTL Instruments is pleased to announce the launch of the SIL3 rated MTL4850 Hart Multiplexer. MTL is known worldwide as an intrinsic safety interface specialist, and now takes the lead in functional safety components by introducing the SIL3 rated MTL4850 Hart Multiplexer for connection to instrument loops performing safety functions up to and including Safety Integrity Level SIL3.

MTL's multiplexer is designed to ensure that there is no effect on the analogue loops to which it is connected; multiple concurrent faults in the components that couple the MTL4850 to the analogue loops would have to be present before the isolation would be compromised. The MTL4850 Hart multiplexer does not itself implement a safety function but may be applied alongside measurement and control equipment that is providing a safety function.

Key features:

• Suitable for use in applications where the 4/20mA instruments loops are implementing safety functions up to SIL3
• Techniques used mean that systematic faults can be prevented
• Provides a common bridge to access HART information for the signal channels that are connected to it - important when the multiplexer is associated with signal loops that are feeding a safety shutdown system

Data Sheet

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000

Rockwell Automation Encompass Partner: eWON

eWON is an innovative Belgian manufacturer of products that offer secure industrial connectivity across the Internet. Over the last 10 years, eWON has become a worldwide market leader for intelligent Internet remote access routers for PLCs and automation systems. With its leading-edge expertise, knowledge and know-how in the industrial remote access marker,

eWON distinguishes itself by its innovation, passion, integrity,

quality and long-term vision.

Breaking the barrier between industrial applications and IT standards, the mission of eWON is to connect industrial machines securely to the Internet, enabling easy remote access and gathering all types of technical data originating from industrial machines.

Typical applications within the scope of their mission include remote maintenance, predictive maintenance, remote services, asset management, remote metering, multi-site building management, M2M, and more.

 

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000

Launch of NEW Routeco Catalogue 6 is just around the corner

Routeco, one of the UK's leading distributors of industrial control and automation products with over 30 years experience, will be releasing their new catalogue - Catalogue 6 - this month. With over 6,000 products from the industry's leading suppliers, including Rockwell Automation, Weidmuller, Rittal etc. the publication is designed to be a primary source for selecting industrial control and automation products.

The Routeco catalogue 6 includes several features that will enhance its use. These include:

• Priced products
• Products divided into 23 colour coded sections - which include ATEX, Control gear/Switchgear and Programmable Controls, as well as many others
• The latest products from over 35 franchises
• Photos of products
• Product code index
• Product description index

Products are being updated daily online at www.routeco.com

If you would like to receive a copy of the Routeco Catalogue 6 click here

Reliable network connections in harsh surroundings with Ethernet media

As Ethernet becomes increasingly utilised in industrial control, survival of physical media in rugged or harsh environments is becoming a necessity. Rockwell Automation Ethernet cables are designed to supply a reliable network connection in harsh surroundings.

Key Features:

• Designed to ODVA Ethernet/IP standards for enhanced performance in industrial applications
• Components are constructed for excellent reliability, flexibility and noise reduction
• More robust than standard off-the-shelf Ethernet cabling
• Specially designed cable with rugged connector construction to preserve network integrity and performance
• Easily connected with Allen-Bradley Ethernet switches, programmable controllers, PanelView graphic terminals and drives

Ethernet/IP is the most mature and reliable Ethernet network available for industrial automation applications. The high speed of network protocol allows it to be use in applications where other networks fall short.

The popularity of 100Mb Ethernet is increasing and component costs are decreasing, resulting in the use of Ethernet for control applications becoming increasingly attractive. Recent studies explain the important factors that should be taken into account when selecting an Ethernet solution.

These include the technical aspects that make one cable better than another considering noise, vibration, electrical, mechanical, and overall cable performance.

To view the Ethernet cables click here and other Allen-Bradley Ethernet products click here

For more information, email: sales@routeco.com or call: 0370 607 1000