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Perforex Milling Terminal MT – The Drilling and Milling Centres from Rittal Automation Systems

October 5, 2023 Automated solutions for mechanical machining? – Sure! Minimise process times with maximum precision. Our machines work quickly, precisely and highly efficiently. Benefit from the new features for your housing and flat part machining: 1. In-process control of tool condition 2. Automatic tool length calibration 3. Improved swarf cleaning for reduced cleaning effort…

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How They Did It: Easy-to-Adapt Cobot Palletizer Keeps the Coffee Flowing

October 6, 2023 Easy-to-Adapt Cobot Palletizer Keeps the Coffee Flowing Watch how DesignHawk Innovations, a Universal Robots Certified Systems Integrator, quickly deployed Robotiq’s Palletizer Solution at Chicago-based Napco Brands. The cobot palletizers run two shifts, operating 18 to 20 hours per day. Each palletizing cell fills 1,500 boxes, totaling 180,000 single-serve coffee cups packed daily…

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New Safety Locking Devices from Pilz: PSENmlock Mini and PSENslock 2 For Higher Productivity – New, Small Gate Guards: Robust and Strong

October 4, 2023 When protecting guards, there are various factors to consider, depending on the application. For example, the type of safety gate, the respective installation situation and how it is used. With this in mind, Pilz is adding two new sensors to its portfolio of safety locking devices – PSENmlock mini for space-critical applications…

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Noark Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors Achieve UL Certification with A2L Refrigerant

October 4, 2023 UL Certification aligns with HVAC industry’ mandate to reduce Global Warming Potential (GWP) and confirms that you can use these components in your system without further evaluation. Noark Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors Noark Electric’s Definite Purpose Contactors are electrically operated switching devices designed for switching on and off heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)…

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New Endress+Hauser Pulsed Radar Level Sensor from AutomationDirect

October 2, 2023 AutomationDirect has added the Endress+Hauser Micropilot FMR10 series pulsed radar liquid level sensor to their growing lineup of liquid level sensors. This new sensor is a downward facing, non-contact sensor that emits electromagnetic pulses and determines the level based on the time it takes for the pulses to be reflected back to…

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PBC Linear Shafts, Bearings, and Shaft Supports from AutomationDirect

October 2, 2023 AutomationDirect has added PBC linear shafts, bearings, and shaft supports to their power transmission product category. PBC linear shafts are precision ground to provide an optimized surface for plain and ball bearings and are ideal for high-precision linear motion applications where tight tolerances are needed. The shafts are available in carbon or…

Compact NOA Edge Device Comprising Embedded PC, HART I/O Terminals, and OPC UA Server
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Compact NOA Edge Device Comprising Embedded PC, HART I/O Terminals, and OPC UA Server

October 2, 2023 PC-based control for the implementation of NAMUR Open Architecture (NOA) at Bayer Process analytical technology (PAT) plays a crucial role in the chemical industry. Bayer AG, for example, is enhancing efficiency and transitioning from time-based to condition-based maintenance by embracing the cutting-edge NOA concept. This is implemented through the seamless integration of…

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Siemens Makes a Complete Private 5G Solution Available to Industry

October 2, 2023 For the first time, the technology company Siemens is launching a private infrastructure developed in-house for the 5G mobile communications standard. The solution enables industrial companies to build their own local 5G networks that will provide optimal support for automation applications. “By building their own 5G networks, industrial companies are launching the…

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How RFID Technology Is Expanding Manufacturers Traceability Capabilities

October 2, 2023 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)Technology has bee making great strides in expanding the capabilities that manufacturers have in Traceability. Due to its industry-proven, robust, short, and long-range design to identify, track, and trace products and carriers, RFID offers solutions beyond optical barcode reading. It can also be easily integrated into automation platforms using…

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Why PMAC Controllers Are Essential for Manufacturers Looking to Reduce Costs and Increase Efficiency

October 2, 2023 Manufacturers in Semiconductors, Electronics, Automotive, Packaging, and Machine Tooling industries face pressures to reduce costs, minimize downtime, optimize space and flexibility, and increase production speed. The PMAC controller family has been able to transform manufacturers operations to meet these unique needs.  By providing engineers and programmers with real-time monitoring, modification, and control…

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Introducing FCmove™-HD+: Our Newest High-Performing Zero-Emission Fuel Cell Engine for Commercial Buses and Trucks

September 29, 2023 Here at Ballard, we’re thrilled to announce the release of FCmove™ HD+, our newest and most innovative fuel cell power engine designed specifically for heavy-duty mobility applications. In today’s blog, you’ll learn how FCmove™ HD+ complements our family of fuel cell power products, plus key product information including applications, specific benefits for…

Battery Formation for EV Batteries: A Critical Step in Battery Production
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2023 Innovations from Festo: Productivity Tools with Improved Features

September 22, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Festo is a leading supplier of pneumatic and electrical automation technology that tirelessly innovates to improve operations for machine builders and end-use customers in the discrete and process industries. Festo’s 2023 innovations include their CPX-AP-A remote I/O, CMMT MP servo drive, and a portfolio of productivity tools. Easily the…

2023 Innovations from Festo at CMTS: CMMT-MP and CPX-AP-A
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2023 Innovations from Festo: CMMT-MP and CPX-AP-A

September 22, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Festo is a leading supplier of pneumatic and electrical automation technology. The company tirelessly innovates products and solutions to improve operations for factories and process automation. Festo’s 2023 innovations include their CPX-AP-A remote I/O, CMMT MP servo drive, and their portfolio of productivity tools. Festo’s New CPX-AP-A: One Integration…

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NetFIELD App EtherCAT Tap Software From Hilscher Passively Captures Legacy Machine Data for IIoT Applications

September 22, 2023 Hilscher North America announces the release of its EtherCAT Tap software application for netFIELD OnPremise edge gateway and other supported netX-based hardware Hilscher North America announces the release of its EtherCAT Tap software application for netFIELD OnPremise edge gateway and other supported netX-based hardware. This innovative software solution provides seamless IIoT integration…

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High-Speed Cameras for the UV Light Spectrum Are Now Available from Vision Research

September 22, 2023 Vision Research, a division of AMETEK and the manufacturer of Phantom High-Speed Cameras, has introduced high-speed cameras capable of capturing images in the extended light spectrum of UV, visible and Near-IR wavelengths. The cameras have over 70% Quantum Efficiency (QE) at 300nm, as well as unprecedented QE at other points of the…