A modular system for manual workpiece direct clamping in a wide range of applications

A modular system for manual workpiece direct clamping in a wide range of applications

SCHUNK has extended its modular system for workpiece direct clamping. In addition to the tried-and-tested, pneumatically actuated series VERO-S WDP-5X, the competence leader for gripping systems and clamping technology has now launched onto the market the manually actuated series VERO-S WDM-5X.

 

 

 

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Littelfuse Announces Global Survey Results on Electrical Safety Awareness

Littelfuse, Inc., a global manufacturer of leading technologies in circuit protection and power control, today announced the results of its recent facility electrical safety survey. The global survey conducted by Littelfuse earlier this year finds that while most workers feel arc-flash mitigation is a priority in their workplace, only half have completed a risk assessment to identify hazardous areas.

 

 

 

Omron Helps University of Houston Engineering Students Gain Real-World Skills with New Design and Robotics Laboratory

Omron Helps University of Houston Engineering Students Gain Real-World Skills with New Design and Robotics Laboratory

The University of Houston’s Cullen College of Engineering recently unveiled a cutting-edge laboratory donated by the Omron Foundation, the charitable arm of automation solutions provider Omron in the United States. Designed for electrical and computer engineering students, the lab includes advanced technologies and equipment donated by Omron.

 

 

 

Slim Ethernet IO Modules and Powerful I/O Hubs Complete the Range of Standardized Fieldbus Modules

Slim Ethernet IO Modules and Powerful I/O Hubs Complete the Range of Standardized Fieldbus Modules

Ethernet IO modules with integrated IO-Link master enable communication, diagnostics, and parameterization from the control system to the sensor level. I/O hubs can also be connected to an IO-Link master that allows binary sensors and actuators to be flexibly integrated into an intelligent IO-Link system.

 

 

 

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Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork Program Gains Several New Companies

The industrial automation industry has become more complex and dynamic. Companies must work with multiple suppliers and partners to create the most innovative automation solutions. To support this collaborative process, Rockwell Automation has added five new companies to its PartnerNetwork program, and two existing members expanded to serve the EMEA region.