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BUILDING OR MAINTAINING MACHINERY?

All the automation and electrical parts you need – all in one place

Your automation and electrical requirements, covered.

Wouldn't it be great to know that whatever you need can be found all in one place? Whether it's PLCs, HMIs, connectors, sensors or machine safety - all available without having to search multiple suppliers and juggle numerous orders to find what you're looking for.

Well relax, we can help. We've invested in our automation and electrical range to make sure you can do just that. Save valuable time and get what you need, when you need it, to get the job done.

Advice & Ideas to help you get the job done

RS Experts: On Prevent and Predict

RS Experts: Prevent & Predict

Hear from our very own Richard Jeffers, on the history of preventative and predictive maintenance; what predictive maintenance is, its benefits and what progress looks like.

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Guidance and Advice

Do you need help selecting the correct product or solution for your application? We've pulled some great content together in one place to make it clearer and easier for you.

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Key Technologies for Automation & Electrical

Sensing

Sensing

Whether it's a proximity or temperature sensor we've got the widest range available, backed by next day delivery helping you avoid downtime.

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Contactors

Contactors, auxiliary contacts, overload relays and accessories for all your requirements, from the brands you trust.

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Switches

A comprehensive range featuring push-button, limit, isolator, key, rotary switches and much more, from leading brands.

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Circuit Protection

Our wide range of over 21,000 lines of circuit breakers means you can rest easy knowing we have your circuit protections requirements covered.

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Power Supplies

Our extensive range of power supplies includes DIN Rail mounted versions, plus other switched mode power supplies for use within equipment.

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Safety Interlocks

You can't compromise on safety, which is why we stock the brands you trust for safety interlock switches and components.

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Connectors

Connectors

Power, signalling and data connectors for board, panel and machine level applications, from the brands you can rely on.

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Enclosures

Extensive range of enclosures for a wide number of applications, plus the related hardware and accessories required.

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Motors & Motor Control

Motors & Motor Control

Electric motors are core to machine motion. Our extensive range is matched by a market leading offer of drives & motor controllers.

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Fluid Power

Fluid Power

Explore our pneumatics & hydraulics range, with all the big name brands, to find your perfect fitting, tube, actuator or cylinder today.

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Test & Measurement

Test & Measurement

All you need from the brands you trust. From voltage indicators and calipers, through to high end thermal cameras and vibration analysers.

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Tools & Tools Storage

Tools & Tools Storage

From hand, power and air tools to storage, shelving and trolleys we have a great selection from leading manufacturers plus our own RS PRO.

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Leading brands for Automation and Electrical