Farnell, the Development Distributor, will be presenting a range of its latest technologies at Electronics & Applications 2019. Farnell will exhibit at Stand 7C032 Jaarbeurs Exhibition Centre, Utrecht, Netherlands, from 14-16 May, Hall 7.

Visitors to the stand can view a wide range of new and popular products from leading suppliers including Tektronix and Klein Tools, who will join Farnell on stand to demonstrate their latest products. Farnell will also showcase two demo panels featuring an intelligent virtual assistant device, and a facial recognition product powered by Raspberry Pi.

Technical experts will be on stand to talk to customers about how they can accelerate their time to market by utilising the latest technologies, insights and support from Farnell. Visitors will also be able to discuss the benefits of accessing the unique ecosystem of support provided by Farnell as part of the Avnet organisation – from its maker to market service and full design and manufacturing support, to scaling for volume production.

Mathew Thorpe, Regional Sales Director for UK, Ireland and Benelux at Farnell said: “At Electronics & Applications 2019, Farnell will be displaying market leading technologies that will help design engineers and businesses bring their products to market faster than ever before. Our recent investment in inventory means that Farnell customers can now access our largest range of technologies, all available with same day shipping from our warehouses in the UK and mainland Europe. We look forward to meeting with customers on stand to discuss how working with Farnell could help them achieve their goals.”

Electronics & Applications attracted over 4,000 visitors in 2017 and is the meeting place for engineers, designers, developers and anyone seeking a design solution. For more information, visit https://fhi.nl/eabeurs/.

Farnell, the Development Distributor, will be presenting a range of its latest technologies at Electronics of Tomorrow (EOT) 2019 in Herning, Denmark at the MCH Messecenter, Stand M9746.

Visitors to the stand can view a range of new and popular products for design engineers and a wide range of technologies from leading suppliers. The Farnell stand will also feature an interactive competition where visitors can play logic and creative games, with two Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaners to be won as prizes.

Recently launched products displayed on stand include:

• Avnet SmartEdge Agile: Learn how AI at the edge can help you to deploy predictive maintenance in an industrial environment, with real-time monitoring and analysis to predict useful run-time and prevent failures and downtime.
• HanHaa Symbisa: Learn how the Symbisa sensing kit combined with a GSM modem and secure global communication network allows development of a truly plug-and-play global mobile sensing solution that displays data directly into an Excel worksheet.

Technical experts will be on stand to advise customers how they can accelerate their time to market by utilising the latest technologies, insights and support from Farnell. Visitors will also be able to discuss the benefits of accessing the unique ecosystem of support provided by Farnell as part of the Avnet organisation – from its maker to market service and full design and manufacturing support, to scaling for volume production.

Visitors can also find Farnell at EOT’s MakerChain area. Farnell has been a key collaborator on the MakerChain area at EOT, which shows the fun, creative and innovative concepts that the maker environment can offer. Visitors can experience the technology of the future hands-on at MakerChain by meeting those at the forefront of the maker community and trying these new technologies with their own hands. Farnell will be offering a demonstration on SBC, showing how the Raspberry Pi can be used to turn an innovative idea into a fully operational product.

Ghita Hoyer, Regional Sales Manager for Nordics at Farnell said: “At EOT 2019, Farnell will be displaying new, exclusive and market leading technologies that will help design engineers, start-ups and established businesses bring their products to market faster than ever before. We have invested significantly in inventory over the last eighteen months and Farnell customers can now access our largest range of technologies, all ready to ship same day from our warehouses in the UK and mainland Europe. We look forward to meeting with customers on stand to discuss how working with Farnell could help them achieve their goals.”

EOT runs from 7-9 May, you can register online now to access your free ticket and read more about EOT 2019 at http://www.eot-expo.com/.

Farnell, the Development Distributor, will showcase a number of major new additions to its range of smart IoT and automation products and feature start-ups working with Farnell to bring products to market, at SiDO 2019. Visitors to Stand E307 will also have the opportunity to meet with leading suppliers including Omron, Microchip and Arduino.

New products demonstrated on stand include:

• Raspberry Pi and MATRIX creator: Google home assistant based on a Raspberry Pi and MATRIX creator. The home assistant device is embedded into a 3D printed Iron Man, enabling visitors to experience life as Tony Stark by interacting with a real-life Jarvis.

• Avnet Smartedge Agile and Brainium IoT solution: The Smartedge Agile meta-sensor, together with the Brainium IoT platform, form part of an end-to-end IoT solution that delivers AI and Security at the Edge. This hardware and software combination introduces a new Meta sensing category in to the IoT market. The key advantage of this ecosystem is the use of the same solution for all stages of the IoT project - from proof of concept to manufacturing. At SiDO, see this IoT device perform the gestures of your favourite superhero.

Farnell has an established start-up programme in France and is currently working with around 80 start-ups as they bring their products to market. At the SiDO exhibition, Farnell will show the services it can provide to customers of all sizes including an exclusive customisation programme, Design & Manufacturing services and dedicated support for start-ups including preferential terms and conditions through its Start SomeWhere scheme.

A number of start-ups currently working with Farnell will also be featured on stand, including:

• Lancey Energy Storage – Lancey are showcasing a first-of-its-kind electric space heater with an integrated battery and smart sensors. The battery charges during off-peak hours to conserve energy consumption and optimise consumer spending on electricity bills. The smart heater also learns from a user’s habits over time and optimises consumption without compromising comfort.

• MIP Robotics – MIP Robotics design robots for industrial use in small and medium production, accessible even to users with limited knowledge of computers and programming. They believe the industrial robots of tomorrow should be easier to use, safer, and more economical.

• Senssight – Senssight is an industrial expert of thermal infrared vision systems. Their technology is being used to solve industrial problems in the transportation, security and industrial maintenance sectors as well as playing a key role in the development of smart city technology.

For more information about Farnell at SiDO please visit the SiDO website.

element14, the Development Distributor of technology products and solutions for electronics system design, manufacture and operations will be showcasing their latest range of products from Texas Instruments, Tektronix, and other leading partners at Automation EXPO 2018. The expo will be held in Mumbai between August 29 – September 1, 2018 at the Bombay Convention and Exhibition Centre, Goregaon.

With a special focus this year on the latest addition to the Raspberry Pi family – the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ and the recently launched GraspIO add-on board for fast IoT prototyping and development, element14 will display their wide range of development kits and solutions for design engineers and product developers. Visitors to the element14 stall no. D-39 in Hall no. 1. can see some of the latest development kits launched by element14 including the BBC Micro:bit, Arduino MKR1000 IOT Bundle, Arduino MKR1000 Wifi boards and attend demonstrations of automation products and solutions from industry-leading suppliers such as Microchip, NXP, Maxim, TE Connectivity and Xilinx.

element14 is a trusted one-stop source of engineering knowledge and solutions for design innovation - in the past one year, the company has invested significantly in the country to ensure that they provide customers with personalized and continuous support.

Uma Pingali, Business President, element14, APAC said: “We are looking forward to meeting many new and existing customers at Automation Expo. IoT based development kits such as the Raspberry Pi and BeagleBone Black are hugely popular and enable creative innovation amongst people right from the comfort of their own homes. We invite visitors to the Expo to drop-in to our booth to see the newest range of development kits and other design solutions that can help them accelerate their design process and reduce the time to market. It is a great opportunity to share ideas and discover new opportunities to collaborate.”

At SIdO 2018, Farnell element14, the Development Distributor, will showcase a number of major new advances in its range of hardware and software solutions targeted at developers of IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) products. Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet with Honeywell, TDK & Panasonic who will be demoing products on the Farnell element14 stand.

Farnell element14 works with start-ups, engineering design houses and semiconductor manufacturers to support the design and production of new products, development kits and single-board computers. At the SIdO exhibition, Farnell element14 will show the services it can provide to customers of all sizes to help bring their products to market, including an exclusive customisation programme, Design & Manufacturing services and dedicated support for start-ups including preferential terms and conditions through its Start SomeWhere scheme.

IoT resources for customers include the IoT hub: a major section of the Farnell element14 website, in French language, containing a variety of IoT feature stories, case studies, products, and interviews, as well as technical articles exploring the possibilities of IoT applications.

Products featured on the stand include:

• The BBC micro:bit: adopted in countries across the globe as a tool to teach coding

• Raspberry Pi IoT Learner Kit: developed in collaboration with IBM, the Raspberry Pi IoT Learner kit provides an end-to-end learning solution for makers, hardware and software developers and students looking to get started with IoT development. Built around the Raspberry Pi 3 and Raspberry Pi sense hat, the kit can be used in conjunction with IBM’s Coursera course: “A Developer’s Guide to Internet of Things (IoT)” to learn the skills required for IoT development, create projects and bring innovative projects into commercial application.

• Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+ and Matrix Creator: The Raspberry Pi Model B+ was launched 14 March 2018, perfecting the previous board for use in the professional market including dual band wireless with modular compliance, PoE enabled (through a separate PoE hat), improved thermal management and faster Ethernet. On stand, visitors will be able to see an “Amazon Alexa” demo, utilizing the MATRIX Creator IoT development board and Raspberry Pi. The Matrix Creator is a fully-featured development board, including sensors, wireless communications, and an FPGA givin users a complete, affordable, and user-friendly tool for simple to complex Internet of Things (IoT) app creation.

• Preview of the element14 SimpleLink™ sub-1 GHz sensor-to-Cloud Linux Industrial Gateway development kit, exclusive to Farnell element14. The kit provides an end-to-end tool to enable a sub-1 GHz sensor network with an IoT gateway and cloud connectivity, allowing developers to get to market faster with an out-of-the-box, end-to-end solution enabling an easy cloud connection for sending and receiving long-range sensor data while maintaining a robust link.

Visitors can see how the Raspberry Pi is used as an embedded product in professional design with French start-up Airnodes, which has developed a smart mirror based on a Raspberry Pi and targeted at the luxury hotel market.

For more information about Farnell element14 at SiDO please visit www.fr.farnell.com/sido2018

Echoing with the theme “element14 supportsyou at every stage”, TE Connectivity solutions highlighted at the element14 stand will include:

• Pressure sensors: offer digital or analog outputs and are signal conditioned, calibrated over temperature. Visitors to stand will be able to see a range of pressure sensors for consumer and industrial use.
• Humidity sensors: measure humidity with accuracy and precision over a wide range of conditions and environments
• Flow sensors: feature reed switch reliability and designed for water control, power showers, central heating systems, circulation pump protection, cooling and leak detection
• Force Sensors: for applications that require high performance or unique packaging, including electro-mechanical flight control, test and measurement and ultra-low cost OEM load cells for medium to high volumes – these sensors combine durability and long-term stability in extremely low cost packages.
• Acceleration sensors: standard and custom speed sensors for various industries.
• Ultrasonic sensors: to measure liquid levels despite variations in transparency, viscosity, colour or dielectric, for example air bubble detection for medical pumps or point and continuous level sensors for the semiconductor and high purity markets
• Position sensors: to detect movement of an object and convert into signals suitable for processing, transmission, or control.

Weidi Zhu, Regional Director of Greater China, element14, said, “element14 has worked closely together with TE Connectivity to expand the portfolio of innovative sensing products. Access to a broad range of sensors provides engineers with the choices required to develop various applications, based on specifications such as sensitivity, range, precision, resolution and accuracy. From industrial applications to the latest consumer devices, TE’s broad range of sensors provides critical sensing capabilities in multiple industries.”

Engineers can access element14’s new TE microsites to get more information to support the development of innovative applications, at http://cn.element14.com/te-connectivity.

Visitors can pre-register at http://cn.element14.com/a-electronica2018-in or visit element14 booth at Stand 5431 in Hall E5 to get a Starbucks voucher. Visitors to the stand will be taken on a journey through element14’s expert design & manufacturing services, and see first-hand all the latest technologies and solutions from TE.

Latest updates on the schedule of programmes can be accessed from

http://weibo.com/element14 and http://cn.element14.com.

Weidi Zhu, Regional Director of Greater China, element14, said, “element14 supports customers at every stage of the product lifecycle – from the first idea and design to establishing their supply chain and manufacturing. To fulfil this objective, we seek partnerships with suppliers from world’s leading brands to offer exclusive or leading-edge components or technologies for specific applications or customer groups. The selected evaluation boards from Texas Instruments will greatly simplify the system design for designers, enabling them to meet their design needs in specific applications, particularly in the newly-emerging areas such as IoT and wearables.”

Evaluation Modules (EVM), are easy-to-use, cost-efficient development tools that help developers get started quickly and demonstrate functionality when prototyping, saving design time and helping them get products to market more quickly. At Electronica China, visitors will be able to see a range ofevaluation boards from Texas Instruments on the element14 stand, including:

• DAC161S997EVM for the DAC161S997, a low power 16 bit ΣΔ digital to analog converter (DAC) for transmitting an analog output current over an industry standard 4mA to 20mA current loop - suitable for automation and process control in industrial use.
• PGA900EVM allows evaluation of features of the PGA900Analogue Sensor Signal Conditioner and Transmitter for Pressure Sensors.
• ADS1220EVM  Evaluation Module for the ADS1220, a 24-Bit Multi-Channel Delta Sigma (ΔΣ) Analog to Digital Converter suitable for automation & process control, sensing and instrumentation, and portable devices.
• SN65HVD101EVM Evaluation Module for SN65HVD101 and SN65HVD102 IO-LINK Drivers enabling point to point communication in Industrial Communications and networking.
• AMC1301EVM Evaluation Board, Precision +/-250mV Input, 3us Delay, Reinforced Isolated Amplifier
• TPA3136D2EVM Evaluation Board for the TPA3136D2 Inductor Free 10W Stereo (BTL) Class-D Audio Amplifier

Visitors can pre-register at http://cn.element14.com/a-electronica2018-in or visit element14 booth at Stand 5431 in Hall E5 to get a Starbucks voucher. Visitors to the stand will be taken on a journey through element14’s expert design & manufacturing services, and see first-hand all the latest technologies and solutions from Texas Instruments.

Latest updates on the schedule of programmes can be accessed from http://weibo.com/element14 and http://cn.element14.com.

Premier Farnell, the Development Distributor, is committed to providing the latest in embedded solutions; stocking an extensive range of products from leading suppliers such as Cypress, Xilinx and NXP as well as an exclusive range of development kits created by its technology brand, element14.

With over 2,500 development kits and accessories in stock, customers can access daughter boards and modules, primary platform development kits, single board computers and development kit accessories such as adaptors, circuit racks, enclosures and sensor kits, all with same day dispatch.

Premier Farnell also works with partners to bring exclusive development kits to customers, helping them get started with new technologies, reduce design time and accelerate time to market.

Premier Farnell's top picks for embedded solutions include:

• Cypress PSoC 6 BLE Pioneer Kit: The perfect way for engineers to get started with next-generation IoT Designs using the new PSoC 6 MCU, which is purpose-built for the IoT. The PSoC 6 MCU is an IoT game changer which eliminates the need for designers to choose between high performance and low power in their IoT project development. The PSoC 6 delivers both, plus the security that next-generation IoT devices demand - all on the famous PSoC programmable fabric.

• Xilinx® All Programmable Devices: Xilinx All Programmable devices provide the designer with a flexible route to system implementation. The blank canvas of the device can quickly be configured by using advanced development tools and libraries to produce a product that does exactly what is needed, providing a faster time to market. By integrating multiple functions in a single device there is a reduced Bill of Materials, making savings in both purchasing and manufacturing.

• Raspberry Pi IoT Learner Kit:  Developed in collaboration with IBM, the kit provides an end-to-end learning solution for makers, hardware and software developers and students looking to get started with IoT development. Built around the Raspberry Pi3 and Raspberry Pi sense hat, the kit can be used in conjunction with IBM’s Coursera course: “A Developer`s Guide to Internet of Things (IoT)” to learn the skills required for IoT development, create projects and bring innovative projects into commercial application.

Premier Farnell is joining Avnet Silica on stand at Embedded World 2018, 27^th February to 1^st March. Visitors to the Premier Farnell booth at the Avnet Silica stand will be able to demo the Raspberry Pi IoT Learner Kit and preview the element14 Development Kit for the Texas Instruments SimpleLink™ Sub-1 GHz Sensor to Cloud Linux® Gateway.

• Development Kit for TI SimpleLink™ Sub- GHz sensor to Cloud Linux® Gateway: Exclusive to Premier Farnell, the kit provides an end-to-end tool to enable a Sub-1 GHz sensor network with an Internet of Things (IoT) gateway and cloud connectivity. The element14 SimpleLink™ Sub-1GHz Sensor to Cloud Linux Industrial Gateway development kit allows developers to get to market faster with an out-of-the-box, end-to-end solution enabling an easy cloud connection for sending and receiving long-range sensor data while maintaining a robust link. The kit contains all the components needed to create a full sensor network, including a gateway design based on the BeagleBone® Black, the BeagleBone Wireless Connectivity Cape, and the TI SimpleLink™ dual-band CC1350 wireless MCU LaunchPad™ development kit acting as the MAC co-processor.

Simon Meadmore, Global Head of Semiconductors and SBC at Premier Farnell said: “As the Development Distributor, we are focussed on providing our customers with the support they need to get their products to market quickly. One way in which we do this is by providing access to the latest embedded devices, all in stock and all available for same day dispatch, supporting design engineers wherever they are on their journey, as they learn, innovate, optimise and bring their products to market.”

To view Premier Farnell’s extensive range of embedded development kits and accessories visit Farnell element14 in Europe, Newark element14 in North America and element14 in APAC.

To see demos of the Raspberry Pi IoT Learner Kit and element 14 Development kit for the TI SimpleLink™ visit Premier Farnell at the Avnet Silica Stand located in Hall 1, stand 1-370 at Embedded World.

Highlights at the element14 booth:

• demonstrations of Raspberry Pi series and innovative applications
• exclusive products and solutions from leading manufacturers such as TI, TE Connectivity, NXP, Hammond, Lapp Kabel, Cypress, Aim-TTI, Lab Facility, Phoenix Contact and Vishay Precision Group
• Design and Manufacturing services, helping you bring your product to market more quickly
• Pre-register at http://cn.element14.com/a-electronica2018-in to get Starbucks Coupons

element14, The Development Distributor, will showcase a range of products and solutions, focused on key applications such as IoT at electronica China 2018, Stand 5431 in Hall E5, from March 14-16, 2018. Featured manufacturers will include TI, TE Connectivity and NXP. Visitors to stand will also be presented with element14’s unique end-to-end service model to support electronics design engineers at every stage.

“China is developing quickly in emerging industries. Artificial Intelligence, intelligent manufacturing, new energy vehicles and the Internet of Things is ushering in a significant period for development in 2018,” said Weidi Zhu, Regional Director, Greater China, element14. “The rapid growth will not only bring great opportunities for the China electronics industry, but also greater pressure to electronics design engineers in terms of product shortage and shorter R&D cycle. element14, as the Development Distributor has a unique model in the marketplace – and can support customers at every stage of your journey, from early stage design right through to high volume production, through parent company Avnet.”

At electronica China 2018, element14 introduces its ‘development-centric’ end-to-end service model to customers and designers, which provides supports to designers at every stage throughout the product lifecycle, from concepts, design, supply chain and production, reducing development time and accelerating time to market. element14 will also showcase its reliable spot supply capacity– with more than 900,000 products in stock from over 3,500 leading suppliers. element14 continues to enrich and optimize the product line for the increasingly growing segments such as Internet of Things, new energy vehicles, etc.

Products for these key segments will present at the show, including sensor solutions for industrial automation and consumer electronics from TE Connectivity and development kits for next-generation IoT designs from Cypress. Meanwhile, element14 will be showcasing exclusive innovative system designs based on the Raspberry Pi, including the Raspberry Pi intelligent car and turtle robot.

Visitors can meet with the element14 team to learn more about element14’s unique one-stop design and manufacturing services which can help customers accelerate development speed and reduce time-to-market. These services, supplied to the largest semiconductor manufacturers, are also offered to startups and smaller business as they develop their businesses and bring their products to market. element14 technical experts will also be available on stand to discuss application development needs.

Pre-register at http://cn.element14.com/a-electronica2018-in to get free gifts. For more information, please follow element14 WeChat and Weibo at http://weibo.com/element14.

"This year at India Electronics Week, we are presenting our latest products and solutions within IoT. Our technology experts will be on-ground giving demos of some of our new products we have developed and helping our customers in their designs,” says Ravi Pagar, Regional Director - South Asia, element14 Asia-Pacific, “We are pleased to present the latest range of Development Kits from our leading suppliers such as Infineon, NXP, RioTboard, Raspberry Pi, etc. at this event. We feel it would be of tremendous interest to the design community, who are looking to speed up their designs or are checking for latest trends in single board computers.”

“We are also excited to share our booth with Avnet who will display their latest solutions and edge-to-enterprise support for IoT applications. Visitors will be able to learn more about how element14, as the Development Distributor, and Avnet work together to support SMEs, start-ups and other product designers to test, validate and optimize their electronic designs to quickly launch their products into the market,” Pagar adds.

Visitors can view the Raspberry Pi, micro:bit, Beagle board, Arduino, as well as other Single Board Computers from other leading suppliers to name a few.

The highlight will be live demos and displays of the Raspberry Pi 3, micro:bit, BeagleBone Black (Wireless and Industrial), MangOH IoT kit, RioTboard, and Warp7enabling visitors to get a hands-on experience of what these product can do, and how they can be used.

Visitors to the element14 booth at Stall E1 in the India Electronics Week can also enjoy a variety of deals on purchases and view a wide selection of leading electronics solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

At IoT Solutions World Congress, Hall 5 Stand 615, Farnell element14, the Development Distributor, will be showcasing its offering of IoT products and development platforms to illustrate how it is supporting innovation and start-ups. The display will also feature a local Spanish start-up and an innovative product they have designed with the support of Farnell element14.

Products being highlighted at the show include, Raspberry Pi 3 and a set of kits and accessories including the Pi desktop computing module and the MATRIX Creator IoT development platform.

The MATRIX Creator is a Raspberry Pi™ add-on that provides multiple functionality to support the development of IoT devices by new users and experienced developers alike and is ideally suited for the development of applications in automation control: particularly for home automation systems involving optical and sound elements. The board incorporates a Xilinx Spartan®-6 FPGA, an ARM Cortex®-M3 microcontroller, a range of sensors for motion, temperature, humidity, light, ultraviolet and infrared, an 8-microphone array and a 35-LED array. The board also incorporates integrated Z-wave and ZigBee communications plus connectivity via a wide range of analogue and digital input/output interfaces. It can also be used in stand-alone mode using its onboard processing capability.

The new Pi Desktop is an innovative set of accessories that converts a Raspberry Pi into a fully featured Linux-based desktop computer, housed in an elegant enclosure. When combined with the Raspberry Pi, the Pi Desktop provides users with all the functionality they would expect from a standard PC, including WiFi, Bluetooth, a real-time clock, a mSATA solid-state drive interface, an optional camera and a power switch.

The result is a simple and elegant solution for Raspberry Pi enthusiasts looking to turn their Raspberry Pi into a stylish desktop computer within minutes. It eliminates the need to use a complex bundle of wires, or to compromise on the choice of peripherals. The Pi Desktop can be connected to a display via the HDMI interface.

Other products being featured include the WaRP7 IoT and wearable development platform, whose open source design and complete software package allow developers to innovate without licensing restrictions; the NXP Hexiwear wearable development kit; the BeagleBone® Blue robotics controller; the BBC micro:bit pocket-sized educational computer; and the CodeBug embedded single-board computer.

Farnell element14 will also be sharing their stand with a Spanish start-up, Tumaker, founded in 2014 and located at Oiartzun in the Basque Country region. The company has developed Voladd, a 3D printer that combines an online content platform and 3D printing for the consumer market, unique to the Spanish market. Voladd is the first 3D printer (that doesn’t look like a 3D printer) connected to an online platform with thousands of objects classified in more than 25 categories. All objects are available free of cost and immediately from a Smartphone, Tablet or PC, and the user can have them as easily as click play and watch a Youtube video.

Products being highlighted at the show include the Raspberry Pi 3 and a set of kits and accessories including the Pi Desktop and the MATRIX Creator IoT development platform.

The MATRIX Creator is a Raspberry Pi™ add-on that provides multiple functionality to support the development of IoT devices by new users and experienced developers alike and is ideally suited for the development of applications in automation control: particularly for home automation systems involving optical and sound elements. The board incorporates a Xilinx Spartan®-6 FPGA, an ARM Cortex®-M3 microcontroller, a range of sensors for motion, temperature, humidity, light, ultraviolet and infrared, an 8-microphone array and a 35-LED array. The board also incorporates integrated Z-wave and ZigBee communications plus connectivity via a wide range of analogue and digital input/output interfaces. It can also be used in stand-alone mode using its onboard processing capability.

The new Pi Desktop is an innovative set of accessories that converts a Raspberry Pi^™ into a fully featured Linux-based desktop computer, housed in an elegant enclosure. When combined with the Raspberry Pi, the Pi Desktop provides users with all the functionality they would expect from a standard PC, including WiFi, Bluetooth, a real-time clock, a mSATA solid-state drive interface, an optional camera and a power switch.

The result is a simple and elegant solution for Raspberry Pi^™ enthusiasts looking to turn their Raspberry Pi^™ into a stylish desktop computer within minutes. It eliminates the need to use a complex bundle of wires, or to compromise on the choice of peripherals. The Pi Desktop can be connected to a display via the HDMI interface.

Other products being featured include the WaRP7 IoT and wearable development platform, whose open source design and complete software package allow developers to innovate without licensing restrictions; the NXP Hexiwear wearable development kit; the BeagleBone® Blue robotics controller; the BBC micro:bit pocket-sized educational computer; and the CodeBug embedded single-board computer.

Farnell element14 will also be sharing its stand with a French start-up, AirNodes, founded in 2016 and located at Chavanod in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region. The company developed a smart mirror, unique to the French market, and have since worked with Farnell element14 to redesign and prototype a new version of the mirror, based on a Raspberry Pi 3. The redesigned mirror has already been purchased by a French 5-star hotel. This collaboration is an example of the support Farnell element14 can provide to startups, fostering innovation as they take their products to market.

At DSEI 2017, S2-298, Farnell element14, The Development Distributor, will be showcasing products selected from its range of over 650,000 products from leading suppliers.

Peter Birks, Business President of Farnell element14 says: “We understand that integrity and security within the supply chain is vital for this sector and it is because of this that we have been developing our proposition as a BSI EN 9120:2010 certified and franchised distributor for the aerospace industry.”

Farnell element14 provides full traceability on any order quantity through the provision of date and lot codes on both product labels and despatch notes on over 170,000 components across all major franchises. By offering one of the industry’s broadest range of Test & Measurement equipment and a leading line card for all Tool & Production supplies, combined with tailored solutions for contract and manufacturing customers, Farnell element14 can help to both save customers cost and streamline their processes.

Birks, continues: “This is all part of Farnell element14’s high service proposition, which is complemented by fast delivery and high reliability. DSEI is an important show for Farnell element14 as it brings together the entire defence and security industry, it is the only show that allows us to continue to build vital relationships with the widest range of aerospace industry and international partners.”

Farnell element14 will be sharing a stand 2-298 with a number of suppliers, including On Semiconductors, TE and Tektronix who will be showcasing a variety of products from Connectors, Cables, Relays and Potentiometers to Osilliscopes, Spectrum Analyzers and Network Analyzers.

Visitors can get a hands-on demonstration of automation products and solutions from industry-leading suppliers at the element14 stall no. G 19, hall no. 1. Products which will be displayed are:

• automation solutions from partners like TE Connectivity, Schneider Electric etc.

• IOT based development kits such as Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone Black with wifi, BeagleBone Black Industrial etc.

Ravi Pagar, Regional Director – South Asia, element14 Asia-Pacific said, “We are excited to participate in the Automation EXPO event. It allows us to demonstrate the latest products from our technology partners. This year, we will be showcasing a wide spectrum of products for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) from leading suppliers such as TE Connectivity, Schneider Electric and Honeywell. We encourage attendees to visit our stall to discuss their projects and requirements with our experienced technical team.”

element14 is committed to strengthening its position as the trusted one-stop source of engineering knowledge and solutions for design innovation. In the past one year, the company has invested significantly in the country to ensure that they provide customers with personalized and continuous support.

Navin Honnavar, Senior Manager - Marketing (South Asia), element14 said, “Automation 2017 is an ideal platform for us to reach out to professionals and buyers focused on developing solutions for the industrial automation market. With a wide array of devices, element14 is well positioned to support the industry growth. With our extensive portfolio of solutions and products, design engineers and buyers can uplift their business of manufacturing to a higher pedestal.”

At SIdO 2017, Farnell element14, The Development Distributor, will showcase a number of major new advancements in its range of hardware and software solutions targeted at developers of IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) products.

Silicon Labs Thunderboard-React kit sensor to cloud connectivity

ThunderBoard-React is a cloud-connected, Bluetooth® Smart-enabled, sensor-driven platform that enables customers to demonstrate, evaluate and develop their own unique applications. It uses Silicon Labs’ BGM111 Bluetooth Smart module as a wireless system-on-a-chip (SoC) to collect various sensor data and deliver it to the cloud through Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)-enabled iOS/Android mobile apps, which in turn connect to a cloud-based multi-client, real-time synchronisation database.

The mobile app seamlessly communicates between the ThunderBoard and the cloud database to visualise the collected sensor data or to control the LED states on the ThunderBoard-React hardware. Individual components of the ThunderBoard-React can be easily integrated and modified in order to add BLE-to-cloud connectivity for a user’s particular application.

TinyTILE board for IoT designs

The tinyTILE, created in partnership with Intel, is based on the Intel Curie Module and is an ideal board for applications in wearable designs and IoT. Ideal for consumer and industrial designs, this low-power board is ideal for ‘always on’ applications.

Farnell element14 will showcase many other products at SIdO 2017, such as Tektronix RSA306B, NXP hexiwear, CodeBug, WaRP7 and the Raspberry Pi 3.

Farnell element14 works with start-ups, engineering design houses and semiconductor manufacturers to support the design and production of new products, development kits and single-board computers. At the SIdO exhibition, Farnell element14 will show the services it can provide to customers of all sizes to help bring their products to market. These include an exclusive customisation programme that is helping start-ups and engineering design houses to benefit from the increasingly high performance, affordable price point and speed to market associated with using standard boards, whilst providing flexibility of form factor and key elements to suit customers’ individual requirements.

For more information about Farnell element14 at SIdO please visit stand 315.

Visitors will be taken on a journey through the ‘World of Electronics’ where they will experience why Farnell element14 is the go-to partner for engineering customers in France.

Farnell element14 will display the latest single board computers and products for education and makers, recognising the importance of training and nurturing an interest in coding and engineering to support the engineers of the future. The Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, which features a new, faster processor to increase its speed, will be demonstrated for visitors.

Within the ‘World of Electronics’ Farnell element14 will also feature products from its market leading development kit range demonstrating its strength in the research and design phase. Visitors will be able to view a demonstration of the RIoTboard MCIMX6 SOLO development platform, an open source platform based on an ARM Cortex-A9 processor.

Highlighting its strength right through the design cycle, Farnell element14 will feature the Keysight Oscilloscope MDO4024C on the stand. The 6-in-1 integrated oscilloscope is one of the products making up the industry’s broadest range of test and measurement equipment, available from Farnell element14 as it supplies customers from bench to board.

As the Development Distributor, Farnell element14 is more than a traditional distributor. Working with the largest semi-conductor manufacturers to the newest start-ups, Farnell element14 provides a range of technical expertise and solutions to bring new products to market. Crucially, by working with Farnell element14 and therefore reducing the number of vendors they work with, customers can reduce their time to market significantly.

Find out more about Farnell element14 at RTS Embedded at www.fr.farnell.com/rts-embedded-systems.

Ravi Pagar, Regional Director - South Asia, element14 Asia-Pacific said:

"This year at India Electronics Week, we are presenting our latest products and solutions within IoT. Our technology experts will be on-ground giving demos of some of our new products we have developed and helping our customers in their designs.  We are pleased to present the latest range of Development Kits from our leading suppliers such as Atmel, Microchip, NXP, Renesas and Texas Instruments (TI) at this event. We feel it would be of tremendous interest to the design community, who are looking to speed up their designs or are checking for latest trends in single board computers.”

“We are also excited to share our booth with Avnet who will display their latest solutions and edge-to-enterprise support for IoT applications. Visitors will be able to learn more about how element14, as the Development Distributor, and Avnet work together to support SMEs, start-ups and other product designers to test, validate and optimize their electronic designs so as to quickly launch their products into the market,” Pagar adds.

Visitors can also look forward to a broad portfolio from TI such as the TI Sitara Cortes A8 and A9 Boards; from NXP, visitors can view the Sabre Lite, MarS Board and RIOT Board, as well as Single Board Computers from Atmel and TI to name a few.

The highlight will be a live demo and display of the Raspberry Pi 3 enabling visitors to get a hands-on experience of what this product can do, and how it can be used.

Visitors to the element14 booth at L-17 in Hall 2 at the India Electronics Week can also enjoy a variety of deals on purchases and view a wide selection of leading electronics solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.

Farnell element14 will be reinforcing its credentials as the Development Distributor at Embedded World in Nuremberg, Germany, 14 – 16 March, Hall 3, Stand 221, focusing on how it works with education, makers, start-ups and the leading semi-conductor manufacturers to shape the future of electronics.

The focus of the stand will be on Farnell element14’s leadership in Research and Design, highlighting its broad range of development kits and software as well as services such as customisation and design that support new and established businesses to bring their products to market. Additionally, Farnell element14 will display the latest products and programmes for Education and Makers, recognising the importance of training and nurturing an interest in coding and engineering to support the engineers of the future.

Farnell element14 works with start-ups, engineering design houses and semi-conductor manufacturers to support the design and production of some of the world’s leading development kits and single board computers. At Embedded World, Farnell element14 will show how it works with customers of all sizes to help them bring their products to market and how its exclusive customisation programme is helping start-ups and engineering design-houses to benefit from the increasingly high performance, affordable price point and speed to market associated with using a standard board, whilst providing flexibility of form factor and key elements to suit their individual requirements.

Visitors to the stand can learn more about how this works and see an industrial automation prototype from German company Hilscher that has been brought to life using this unique service.

Visitors will also be able to view, and talk to Farnell element14’s technical team about, the latest product launches in the Raspberry Pi ecosystem including the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 3 and Bitscope Blade, as well as latest development kits, software and key launches for the wearables market.

Farnell element14’s popular ‘Beat the Pi’ competition will challenge visitors to test their reaction times against the Raspberry Pi and fellow visitors for their chance to win an IoT Starter Kit and other single board computers and development kits

Find out more about Farnell element14 at Embedded World and to claim free visitor tickets at www.embeddedworld.farnell.com

• Demonstrations of the latest products from its comprehensive portfolio
• Brand new Raspberry Pi 3 Model B and accessories
• Latest products and exclusive offerings and solutions from leading manufacturers such as TI, TE, Connectivity, Hammond, Weller, Bulgin, Richtek, Lapp Group and RECOM
• Pre-register at http://cn.element14.com/chinaelectronica2017-register to get free gifts

element14, The Development Distributor, will showcase a range of products, tools and solutions that empower people and businesses to shape the future at the Electronica China 2017. New products and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair will be on show at Stand 5431 in Hall E5, on 14-16 March.

This is the first comprehensive exhibition to Chinese customers about its key products and services since Avnet completed the acquisition of element14. As the Development Distributor, element14 provides high services and support to customers through every phase of their journey, from education to maker, research and design, through to production, to help customers to develop their own capabilities and products. With the partnership of Avnet, element14 now can provide services in volume production.

Zhu Weidi, Regional Director – Greater China, element14, said, “We provide high service distribution of technology products and solutions to a broad customer base, from hobbyists to inspired engineers to buyers. And you can always find the latest technology, products and services at element14.”

Visitors can pre-register at http://cn.element14.com/chinaelectronica2017-register or visit element14 booth at Stand 5431 in Hall E5 to get a RMB30 Starbucks voucher. Visitors to the stand will be taken on a journey through element14’s expert design & manufacturing services, world-class product portfolio, powerful test & measurement solutions and leading education & maker initiatives. Stand visitors will have the opportunity to see first-hand all the latest and exciting technologies from TI, TE, Hammond, Weller, Bulgin, Richtek, Lapp Group and RECOM etc. that will be on the spotlight in the following months.

An important highlight at the stand will be the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B and demos. The latest generation board is faster and more powerful than ever before and comes with built-in wireless and Bluetooth connectivity. Supporting Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) and Wireless LAN, the Raspberry Pi 3 can support new and exciting application areas ‘out of the box’, such as IoT connectivity, streaming to Bluetooth headphones or speakers, Wi-Fi gateways and home cloud storage.

Visitors can get the latest updates on the schedule of programmes from http://weibo.com/element14and http://cn.element14.com.

The stand will feature the latest products from Newark element14’s world-class product portfolio and powerful Test & Measurement solutions, highlighting why it is the go-to partner for manufacturing customers in the Americas, helping you keep your operations working every day. Featured on-stand will be the latest products from Keysight including Oscilloscopes, Power Supplies and Data Acquisition Units.

Whether you are a design engineer, purchaser or specialise in repair and maintenance there will be a world of electronics to enjoy.

To register to attend Expo Manufactuer 2017 visit http://www.expomanufactura.com.mx/registro.php.

Farnell element14, will be presenting a world of electronics at Matelec 2016, the international exhibition of solutions for the Electrical and Electronics Industry, in Feria de Madrid on 25-28 October. Attendees can visit the Farnell element14 stand (Hall 4 stand 4E17) to see a showcase of products, tools and solutions that empower people and businesses to shape the future.

The stand will feature Farnell element14’s expert Design & Manufacturing services, world-class Product Portfolio, powerful Test & Measurement solutions and leading Education & Maker initiatives, highlighting why it is the go-to partner for engineering customers worldwide.

Whether you are a maker, educator, design engineer, purchaser or specialise in repair and maintenance there will be a world of electronics to enjoy.

Farnell element14 will also be joined on stand by leading suppliers Honeywell, NXP and TE Connectivity who will be presenting their latest products.

Find out more about Farnell element14 at Matelec 2016 at es.farnell.com/matelec2016

element14, the high-service distributor of technology products and solutions for electronics system design and industrial automation will be showcasing its latest range of products in Single Board computing and IOT based boards such as the Raspberry Pi3, NXP WaRP 7 board and Beaglebone Black at the Embedded Systems Conference, India, 2016. The event will be held from October 4-6, 2016 in the NIMHANS Convention Centre, Bangalore.

Visitors to the element14 booth, number C6 can get a hands-on demo of the latest products:

• Raspberry Pi3
• NXP WaRP7 Boards
• BeagleBone Black
• GR Peach

As a market-leading development and high-service specialist, element14’s suite of solutions support customers throughout their research, design, prototyping and production phase to help them reduce complexity in the embedded development process.

Ravi Pagar, Regional Director – South Asia, element14 Asia-Pacific said:

“The Embedded Systems Conference is the largest conference of this type, where embedded engineers can meet with experts from across the world. We are excited to participate in the event to showcase the newest products from our technology partners such as NXP, BeagleBoard and Renesas and to discuss the key developments in the Internet of Things sector.”

The three-day conference will host an array of eminent speakers who will elaborate on emerging technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) and Embedded Systems. A number of renowned national and international speakers will also share their technical expertise on embedded devices.

Speaking about the event, Navin Honnavar, Senior Manager - Marketing (South Asia), element14 said:

“Technologies such as Internet of Things, industrial automation and home security are expected to grow exponentially over next decade. With this up-coming trend there is a need for engineers and innovators to be aware about the latest technology products available to them in the market. element14 makes it easier for the customers to fast-track their production phase by providing them an extensive range of products and solutions to choose from. The Embedded Systems Conference India is the ideal platform for our customers to engage with our technical experts to discuss their product requirements.”

Notes to Editors

About ESC 2016

Building on the success of their previous annuals, ESC 2016 is built over a detailed and extensive market research with included their previous attendees and experts training faculty. The comprehensive tracks of the event are formulated to cover hardware issues, software challenges and updates, programming evolution and languages, standards and protocols, recent trends in embedded systems, embedded systems in IoT etc. The event includes intermediate and advanced level modules, interactive workshops, technical hands-on sessions, industry keynotes and expert panel discussions.

Farnell element14, The Development Distributor, will be presenting a "World of Electronics” at the 27th electronica Trade Fair in Munich, Germany, 8-11 November, Hall A5, Stand 558, showcasing the products, tools and solutions that empower people and businesses to shape the future.

Visitors to the stand will be taken on a journey through the “World of Electronics” where they will get to experience just why Farnell element14 is The Development Distributor. The stand will feature Farnell element14’s expert Design & Manufacturing services, world-class Product Portfolio, powerful Test & Measurement solutions and leading Education & Maker initiatives, highlighting why it is the go-to partner for engineering customers worldwide.

Whether you are a maker, educator, design engineer, purchaser or specialise in repair and maintenance there is a “World of Electronics” to enjoy. Learn about the latest technology from leading suppliers and the unique support and education services offered by Farnell element14, or take the opportunity to get involved with technology, have your say, and even change the world.

Visitors will have the chance to:

• Learn to code
• Test their reactions in the Hit the Pi! Challenge
• Win the latest Single Board Computers and Development Kits
• Win 1 of 3 brand new 3D printers from Robox (RBX01 – BK)
• Win a new TBS2000 Oscilloscope from Tektronix or Weller’s new WTHA1 Hot Air Soldering Station

On the stand, Farnell’s Technology and Product “Guides” will take you on your journey through the “World of Electronics”, as well as experts from element14’s team, who will be on hand explain the various technologies on display.

Find out more about Farnell element14 at electronica at electronica.farnell.com/.

As the source for the best electronics products and solutions, supplied by the industry’s top brands, Newark element14 will showcase at EDS how its global capabilities, sales partnerships and differentiated services – such as kitting, customer switches and panel meters, and design engineering support – make the brand the one and only source for effective supplier partnerships.

From a sales representative out on the field, to an industrial maintenance worker on the factory floor, to a designer developing a new product concept, the Newark element14 team is committed to helping EDS attendees find new ways to reach more customers. For customers researching or shopping online, Newark element14’s website offers more than 600,000 parts in stock across more than 3,000 suppliers, and is continually updated to provide the industry’s best customer experience. In the past year alone, the company has introduced new features including product reviews, 360-degree videos and an industry-exclusive software store with instant downloads for the most in-demand design programs.

Furthermore, Newark element14 boasts the first and largest online community of design engineers and technology enthusiasts, element14, with more than 400,000 active members and more than 2,000 new members joining each week. Individuals around the world have come to depend on element14 as the premier source for new product information, project support and a place to interact with the industry’s leading experts. For suppliers, the element14 Community presents a unique opportunity to connect with customers and gain critical insights into the real-world project needs of everyday engineers.

To learn more about Newark element14’s offerings, visit www.newark.com. For full details on EDS 2016 and to connect with Newark element14 at the show, visit www.edsconnects.com.

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The co-branded NXP stand [Foyer of Hall 4A, East Entrance] will give visitors the chance to demo the latest dev kits for use in IoT, motor control and sensor applications. This joint collaboration is the result of the close partnership between the two businesses, and will showcase the highlights from the NXP range.

As well as the first look at the WaRP7, a wearable system-on-module and baseboard that uses the i.mx 7 to enable secure medical and entertainment applications, and recently launched LPC43S67 & A70CM Cloud Connectivity Kit, a maker-focused space will give hands-on demos with the FRDM KV and K22/46 boards.

With a number of exciting launches still to come in the run up to the event, the dedicated Farnell element14 stand [Stand 120, Hall 5] will showcase the latest products from the leading brands in the industry. These include CadSoft’s EAGLE Pro and MAKE tools, Maxim’s newly launched MAX32600MBED, Intel’s Galileo Gen2 and element14 BeagleBone Black Industrial.

As well as demonstrating the latest Raspberry Pi accessories on what will almost be the fourth birthday of the best-selling credit-card sized computer, Farnell element14 will be unveiling an expansion of its design and manufacturing services, in order to offer a similar customisation service for other boards as it currently does for the Raspberry Pi. Announced last October, the latest development reflects popular customer demand for the ability to customise other SBCs, introducing a number of new boards – from a variety of manufacturers – for the first time.

“Embedded World 2016 gives us the opportunity to not only demonstrate the sheer range of dev kits and exclusive products that are coming out of our strategic alliances in 2016, but also showcase our commitment to listening to our customers and their needs,” said Richard Curtin, Global Director of Strategic Alliance at Farnell element14.

“Whilst dev kits and SBCs are becoming an ever more integral part of design engineeers’ process, and we continue to stock the industry’s largest dev kit range, we’re now meeting the needs of engineers in other ways. These include software and services that assist in the early stage design and prototyping of new electronics - including our exclusive customisation service.”

On the final day of the show, a CodeBug focused area will be added to the Farnell element14 stand, for visitors to get the chance to get hands on with education-focused products, as well as the first look at the Intel Genuino 101 and the BBC collaboration micro:bit.

An exclusive on-stand competition will run throughout the duration of the event – “Dare to Fly?” - offering participants the chance to get their hands on a dev kit of their choice. To do so, they will be tasked with flying a miniature drone to designated areas of the stand.

Zhu Weidi, Regional Director – Greater China, element14 said, “We are looking forward to meet with professionals in the electronics industry and we have put together an exciting range of ground-breaking IoT-enabling solutions and related products at our booth from leading manufacturers like Bulgin, Panasonic, TE Connectivity, Texas Instruments and XP Power. In the past year numerous products from leading global suppliers have become available for applications in IoT, industrial automation and smart home, and I encourage visitors to come chat with our technical team who are experts in helping recommend what you need.“

Register at http://cn.element14.com/electronica2016-in to view the product demos at the element14 booth (number 2246, hall E2) from Hammond, Infineon, ITT Cannon, Molex, Richtek, Tektronix and Vishay, in addition to these new products suited for use in industrial, consumer electronics and IoT devices :

Grid-EYE Sensor Evaluation Kit, powered by Panasonic - the Grid-EYE Infrared (IR) Array Sensor Evaluation Kit, powered by Panasonic’s high-precision IR sensor platform enables engineers to design and develop wireless sensor prototypes quickly. It can detect multiple people or objects moving in different directions; suited for applications including motion detection, gesture control, detection of temperature distribution and Internet of Things.

Buccaneer® 7000 Series and Piezo switches from Bulgin; the Buccaneer series of dust- and water-proof connectors are suitable for mains power applications in harsh environments such as Industrial Machinery and Building Automation.

Vishay Super 12 high-voltage resistors and MOSFETs, Zener diodes and more, and high-temperature IHLD dual inductors from Vishay Intertechnology. The AEC-Q200-qualified range of low-profile, high-current dual inductors offers a high operating temperature range to +155 °C, with high resistance to thermal shock, moisture, mechanical shock and vibration.

Fans of Raspberry Pi can choose from numerous accessories to add to their projects; such as Wi-Pi, PiFace, Microstack add-on boards, Explore NFC, including the latest 7” Touchscreen Display for the Raspberry Pi, which enables users to create all-in-one integrated projects such as turning their Pi into a tablet, infotainment system or embedded project. The screen can be used to make ‘Internet of Things’ (IoT) devices with a visual display with touchscreen capability.

Electronics design engineers, engineers and buyers from CEMs, OEMs, production and maintenance, and electronics enthusiasts who are interested in these products can

contact cn-sales@element14.com.