PFM Technology from Banner
Pulse Frequency Modulation (PFM) is a way to digitally represent an analog measurement value from a sensor.
Moxa: SDS-3008 – New 8 Port Smart Ethernet Switch
Manufacturers Automation Inc. introduces the new SDS-3008 Smart Switch, featuring a compact and flexible housing design to fit into confined spaces and a web-based GUI for easy device configuration and management with multiple available languages – English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, German and French.
Versatile New Pressure Transmitters Will Be Industry’s ‘Everyday Essentials’
A new range of pressure transmitters designed to meet key requirements in most manufacturing and production industries has recently been launched by ABB. The PxS100 range is suitable for use in the water, wastewater, metals, mining, pulp and paper, cement, and power ancillary sectors.
Parker Servo Drive Family Completed With Launch of Programmable Version
Parker Hannifin, a global provider in motion and control technologies, has extended its Parker Servo Drive (PSD) family of products with the launch of a fully programmable drive suitable for an even wider range of applications.
Hammond DIN Rail Enclosures
Hammond Manufacturing has announced its 1597DIN family of UL94-V0 flame-retardant plastic enclosures for mounting to standard IEC/EN 60715 35mm DIN rails for applications such as industrial control equipment, automation, equipment management and monitoring, HVAC controllers and distributed IoT equipment. The family consists initially of four sizes: 2, 4, 6 and 9 standard 0.69” (17.5mm) module widths.
Phoenix Contact, Quectel and Ericsson Jointly Develop the First Industrial 5G Router for Private Networks
Phoenix Contact, Quectel and Ericsson have worked together to develop and deploy the first industrial 5G router for local industrial applications in a private 5G network. With the help of the newly developed 5G Router, industrial applications, such as machines, controls and other equipment, can now be connected to a private 5G network and thus be orchestrated in their resource usage, priority and behavior.
POSITAL: Safety First – Through Clever Design
Sensor manufacturer POSITAL has introduced an inexpensive and flexible alternative for safety-critical motion control systems. Supplementing its existing range of formally certified SIL safety encoders, the new ‘diverse-redundant absolute encoders’, based on non-certified standard components, are an attractive choice for many installations where functional safety is required.
HARTING: Innovative Push Pull Standard for M12 Connectors – Across Manufacturers
Eight well-known manufacturers established on the market for M12 connectors – Phoenix Contact, HARTING, Molex, Murrelektronik, Binder, CONEC, ESCHA and Weidmüller – have come together to establish a standard for the push-pull locking mechanism of M12 connectors on the market. Together, we are pursuing the one goal of ensuring compatibility across manufacturers.
Productivity2000 PLC Analog and Specialty I/O Modules from AutomationDirect
The AutomationDirect Productivity2000® PLC is a modular, rack-based system with a full lineup of discrete, analog and specialty I/O modules providing over 400 local I/O points. With remote expansion, over 4,000 total I/O points are available.
FANUC America Offers Free Trial of CNC Virtualization Platform
FANUC America, an automation solutions provider, is offering a free trial version of CNC GUIDE – FANUC’s PC-based virtualization platform for control design, training and part programming. To assist machine tool operators and builders through the rough economic times created in 2020, FANUC is offering this simulation tool at no cost. CNC GUIDE offers an immersive and safe way to learn how to operate CNCs, even for novice operators.
Win $50 When You Print from Anywhere with Graybar Canada & Brady
From now until Sept. 30, 2020, receive a $50 Visa gift card with every purchase of a Brady M611 Mobile Label Printer from Graybar Canada, while supplies last. Registration form must be completed to qualify.
Emerson Integrates Augmented Reality into Plantweb Optics Software, Enhancing Remote Collaboration, Workforce Effectiveness
Emerson recently introduced augmented reality (AR) technology to its Plantweb Optics asset performance platform, delivering enhanced access to real-time diagnostics and analytics, as well as live remote assistance, to industrial plant workers responsible for maintaining and optimizing plant equipment. With AR technology integrated into Plantweb Optics, companies can improve productivity, collaboration and operational performance, without being limited by shortages of skilled workers or travel restrictions.
TE Connectivity Adds XRC, SRC and ML-XT Connectors and XRC Terminals to Portfolio
TE Connectivity has added Extra Rugged Circular connectors (XRC), Sealed Rectangular Connectors (SRC), ML-XT connectors, and XRC terminals to its portfolio of connectivity solutions. The connector products, which were formerly produced by Molex, are perfect for harsh environment applications.
Moxa: Go Small with Big Gains
Moxa has recently unveiled the EDS-2000-EL, with extra small switches to free up valuable space inside your machines and cabinets, allowing you to accomodate more devices for growing network demands. The EDS-2000-EL switches allow you to enhance data flow efficiency simply by flipping the DIP switches to enable QoS and BSP, which reduces the chances of data loss and increased operating costs for your applications.
PNOZmulti Configurator – the Original Tool for Your Safety Circuit Configuration
Software Version 10.11 enables you to use the real-time Ethernet SafetyNET p RTFL to configure safe data exchange between PNOZmulti 2 base units (PNOZ m B0 / B1) and the safe motion solution PMCprotego DS. PMCprotego DS is composed of the servo amplifier PMCprotego D and the safety card PMCprotego S3. 32-bit data is exchanged via RTFL, enabling short reaction times for your application.
B&R Automation: Frequency Inverters for Broad Range of Applications
The ACOPOSinverter P86 is a series of frequency inverters for three-phase synchronous and induction motors, with or without encoders. It covers a wide power spectrum from 0.75 to 75 kW and is particularly well-suited for packaging, conveyor system, material processing and hoisting gear applications.
