AutomationDirect: IDEM Two-hand Safety Control Panels

AutomationDirect: IDEM Two-hand Safety Control Panels

AutomationDirect announces the addition of IDEM two-hand safety control panels to their safety products portfolio. Two-hand safety control panels, used with a special control monitoring relay, require an operator to use both hands simultaneously during a hazardous operation. This forces operators to keep their hands on the two-hand control actuator and out of harm’s way. New IDEM products include a control station with momentary pushbuttons, a control station with zero-force touch buttons, and an empty two-hand control station enclosure for custom configurations. Enclosures are made of die-cast aluminum; replacement buttons are available.

Siemens: SIRIUS Motor Starter Packages

Siemens: SIRIUS Motor Starter Packages

Siemens has developed an innovative enclosed line of motor starters using the SIRIUS product family, placing the most advanced motor control technology “in a box.”   To compliment their long standing “V” series made-to-order SIRIUS Motor Starters, the 3RE41 line offers a modular approach to ordering and configuring enclosed motor starters. SIRIUS 3RE4 offers a wide selection of enclosed motor starter packages, contactors installed in NEMA 1 enclosures, which can be converted to 3-phase or 1-phase motor starters with the addition of an overload relay.

SCHUNK: ERT Series Equipped for the Future

SCHUNK: ERT Series Equipped for the Future

With its ERT series, SCHUNK offers rotary units that are characterized by a particularly flat design and enable precise, flexible, and highly dynamic rotational movements. The unit can be used as a rotary table for components, assembly groups and tools, and can also be used as a rotary module in gantry solutions, as a rotary indexing table or a high-precision positioning module. The direct drive by a permanently excited torque motor ensures precise, highly dynamic movements.

AX Fibreglass

Rittal AX Fibreglass Enclosures: In Stock, with or without Viewing Windows

Rittal has revolutionized the field of non-metallic enclosures with the AX Fibreglass Reinforced Polyester enclosure. They provide maximum simplification, speed and configuration freedom, while meeting the highest demands in terms of safety and robustness. Installed indoors or completely exposed to the weather outdoors – these enclosure will safely protect your electrical components. 

XP Power: ASB160 Series 160W AC-DC Power Supplies

XP Power: ASB160 Series 160W AC-DC Power Supplies

Announcing the launch of a new series of low profile, baseplate cooled 160W AC-DC power solutions. The new units are intended for use in semi-conductor manufacturing and industrial technology applications including test and measurement, factory automation and process control, with a focus on solving cooling, air pollution and integration issues. The new ASB160 series are compact and complete AC-DC power supplies that include an EMC filter, AC fuse and bulk storage capacitor.

Rittal: New Wire Terminal WT C5 and C10 for Flexible, Fully Automated Wire Processing

Rittal: New Wire Terminal WT C5 and C10 for Flexible, Fully Automated Wire Processing

Fully automatic wiring processing goes one stage further. Rittal presents its Wire Terminal WT C5 and C10 innovations that allow wire processing at speeds ten times faster than by hand. Due to the modular system design and numerous option packages, panel builders and switchgear manufacturers now have a future-oriented automation solution. You can start with a small version and then adapt and expand it individually in terms of software and hardware as your needs grow. In addition, users are given a cross-process solution thanks to complete network-ing, ranging from electrical engineering to produc-tion.

AutomationDirect: Murrelektronik Surge Suppression Devices

AutomationDirect: Murrelektronik Surge Suppression Devices

AutomationDirect has added new Murrelektronik surge suppression devices that help protect and lengthen the life of motors, contactors, relays, solenoids, and PLC outputs. These new surge suppression devices support a variety of applications and provide protection from voltage spikes and electromagnetic noise caused by inductive loads. New additions include universal surge suppressors that reduce high voltage spikes created when contactor coils are de-energized, motor surge suppressors that protect 3-phase motors from the damaging effects of line surges, and valve surge suppressors that mount between the valve base and valve plug to protect against damage caused by voltage spikes from solenoid coils.

Moxa: AWK Series Industrial Wi-Fi Access Points/Clients

Moxa: AWK Series Industrial Wi-Fi Access Points/Clients

Moxa has recently introduced its AWK Series, a new lineup of next-generation industrial wireless networking solutions offering 802.11ac Gigabit Wi-Fi, IEC 62443-4-2 SL2 certified* security, and dual-band Turbo Roaming™ for unmatched wireless reliability and availability. When combined, these advanced features meet the current and future demands of applications where Autonomous Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) are at the heart of boosting productivity and operational safety, such as mobile automation and IP surveillance in mining, manufacturing, healthcare, and transportation, among others.

Omron: CK3M Programmable Multi-Axis Motion Controller (PMAC)

Omron: CK3M Programmable Multi-Axis Motion Controller (PMAC)

Maximize your machine’s performance: Performing precise linear motor drive control and nanoscale positioning, the PMAC (Programmable Multi Axis Controller) has been appreciated by manufacturers of semiconductor manufacturing equipment and other cutting-edge equipment. Omron now offers a next generation motion controller CK3M that packs PMAC’s superior motion control capability, multi-vendor connectivity, and flexible development capability into its compact design. The CK3M removes constraints and barriers and maximizes your machine’s capabilities.

Kortex API

Kinova Kortex API version 3.2: Software Update for Link 6 Collaborative Industrial Robot

Kinova is pleased to announce the introduction of Kinova Kortex API version 3.2 for their collaborative industrial robot, Link 6! This new version includes a host of new features, enhanced stability, and overall performance improvements. They have been working hard to ensure that this update provides their users with the greatest possible experience. In this article, they take a deeper look at some of the new features and enhancements in version 3.2. They also provide some tips on how to get the most out of the new version by utilising a variety of new or updated plugins.

AEMC Instruments: DL913 and DL914 AC Data Logger Models

AEMC Instruments: DL913 and DL914 AC Data Logger Models

AEMC Instruments’ Models DL913 and DL914 are easy-to-use, cost-effective, 3- & 4-channel AC data loggers that can be used indoors or outdoors. Three (DL913) or four (DL914) integral 24-inch captive MiniFlex current sensors are included and capable of wrapping around a 7.64-inch conductor. A selection of data storage modes and data sampling rates is programmable through the included DataView software. Recorded data is stored in the instrument’s internal memory to be downloaded to a computer using Wi-Fi or a USB connection.

Milwaukee Tools: M18 FORCE LOGIC 6T Knockout Tool 1/2″ – 4″ Kit

Milwaukee Tools: M18 FORCE LOGIC 6T Knockout Tool 1/2″ – 4″ Kit

The M18 FORCE LOGIC 6 Ton Knockout Tool 1/2″-4″ Kit reduces the tedious steps of hole making, improving your speed and limiting your fatigue. This knockout punch tool is specifically designed to be the ideal mild steel punching tool. It is powerful enough to punch up to 4” holes in 14 gauge mild steel. It is also 40% lighter weight than other 6T knockouts available. The electrical knockout tool has a compact, right angle design that delivers you the best clearance in tight spaces.

Leviton: LEV Series

Leviton: LEV Series

The LEV Series includes a full offering of IEC 60309-1 and 60309-2 pin & sleeve devices including plugs, connectors, receptacles, inlets, backboxes and mechanical interlocks designed to simplify installation, endure the harshest environments and improve safety and productivity. Devices with Inform technology provide smarter electrical connections by integrating with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technology to support predictive maintenance schemes.

Lovato Electric’s New Contactors are More Compact and Efficient

Lovato Electric’s New Contactors are More Compact and Efficient

The new contactors are rated 160A, 195A and 230A three-phase for motor control applications, and 250A, 275A and 350A in AC-1 category. They are available in both 3 and 4 pole versions. They replace contactor codes 11B…, of similar ratings which have demonstrated their reliability and robustness over the years. The new size is more compact and efficient, in response to market demand. Designed with special attention to the dimensions, the 3-pole contactors are just 105mm wide, like the equivalently rated moulded case circuit breakers (MCCB), so the starters are more compact and easier to be connected.