Perfect timing: As Ethernet APL technology is being launched, users in the chemical industry are also eager to tackle the subject of safety. They’ve looked to the automotive industry, which has relied on the black-channel principle with Profisafe for many years.
Industry 4.0, connectivity and networking are also hot topics in machine safety. From the user’s perspective, there are a number of concepts – each slightly different, but all sharing one thing in common – their use can boost productivity, transparency and flexibility in production.
The challenge for any application is a safety concept that you scarcely notice. Particularly when there is poor visibility. So, at EuroChem in Antwerp, the gigantic conveyor with multiple discharge points, which is the central hub for storing and loading synthetic fertiliser, is now monitored using modern, safe radar technology.
Krones produces systems and machines for making, filling and packaging beverages and liquid food. With the development of edge rollers made of tribo-polymers, Krones achieved its goal to improve its system speed.
Cognex introduces the Dataman 280 series of fixed mount barcode readers, designed for a wide range of ID applications, including demanding 1D, 2D and Direct Part Mark (DPM) code applications in manufacturing and logistics.
Sensopart presented the FT 10-BHD subminiature diffuse reflection sensor: With 150 mm on white/grey and 120 mm on black, it has a long range and offers an adjustable scanning range instead of the usual fixed focus optics as well as two switching outputs that can be set independently of one another.
In the past fiscal year, IFM, a specialist in automation technology, was able to increase its previous year's sales by 21 percent and achieve a new sales record of around EUR 1.16 billion.
Minitab has released version 21.1 of its Minitab Statistical Software.
Hamamatsu's C15471 is a mini Raman spectrometer module with a laser diode that offers 50 mW of power.
With its compact and robust design, Yxlon's UX50 computed tomography system was specially developed for the production environment and is primarily intended for use in the automotive and foundry industries.
CSM presents a new measurement technology solution for the high-frequency measurement of current, voltage and power directly in high-voltage lines for very tight installation spaces in electric and hybrid vehicles.
Werth Messtechnik expands the device families Tomoscope XS and Scopecheck FB.
Siglent is introducing another device in its Performance series. The new two-channel arbitrary function generator is offered in three variants. These differ in the maximum output frequency.
Red Lion has introduced a new generation of digital displays. The PM-50 is available with a 3.5" or 4.3" graphic touchscreen display, with simple "swipe" technology users can easily switch between the relevant screens and get comprehensive operational data for monitoring assets and production.
A successful and at the same time very challenging 2021 financial year lies behind Beckhoff Automation. For the first time in its almost 42-year history, the automation technology specialist from Verl exceeded one billion in sales. With a worldwide total of 1.182 billion euros, the company increased its sales by around 28 percent compared to the previous year.
Turck is adding two unmanaged variants and another managed switch to its IP67 switch portfolio. With eight 100 Mbit ports, the TBEN-Lx-SE-U1 is used for the efficient networking of cells that do not require any managed functions. With the TBEN-LL-SE-M2, Turck is expanding the range of managed IP67 switches with a variant with M12-L coded power supply.
Escha offers ready-made cable harnesses that can be adapted to individual customer requirements. With these cable harnesses, complex cabling structures can be easily implemented.
Carlo Gavazzi is expanding its range of energy meters with the EM500 series. EM540 is designed for direct measurement up to 65 A, EM530 measures via external 5A current transformers.
With ACCON-OPC-Server UA, Delta Logic offers machine builders and plant operators powerful software for two-way communication in a Siemens S7 environment.
The integration into radio networks opens up new fields of application for switching devices and sensors - for example in the optimization of the internal material flow with eKanban systems. The prerequisite for this is the "radio capability" of the components, which does not necessarily have to be achieved by a built-in radio module. A separate external universal transmitter is completely sufficient.
With the KTMBS series, Icotek introduces new slotted multi-purpose grommets for its cable entry strips and cable glands. Thanks to its slotted design, the new KTMBS is used for the introduction of assembled and non-assembled cables. A total of twelve different nozzle sizes are available. The entire grommet series covers a clamping range from 4 to 29 mm.
The new WP 6000 web panel product family from Phoenix Contact is a flexible platform that performs powerful operator control and monitoring tasks. The web panels are scalable across different display sizes and offer flexible mounting options.
From now on, igus is delivering the Rebel service robot, also as a smart version. The use of plastic makes the robot, weighing 8.2 kilograms, the lightest service robot with a cobot function in its class.
Plug-In presented new IPC systems with Intel Atom x6000E processors and UHD graphics. The three systems SPC-6000, PBC-1000 and EPBC-1000 from Vecow offer efficient energy consumption with the highest performance and flexibility for modern industry.
The latest addition to the range of accessories from Laser Components makes flexpoint laser modules with M12 connectors fit for mobile use.
With the KDT600, the Dresden-based positioning specialist Steinmeyer Mechatronik offers a large XY table for fast scanning tasks, with which biological or medical samples can be examined with high precision within a very short time.
With its new DR series, Oriental Motor has developed linear actuators in which the rotor, ball screw and nut are directly integrated without a coupling.
With the new FR-CS80 series frequency converters, Mitsubishi Electric is focusing on user-friendliness and efficiency. According to the manufacturer, the converters are around 20 percent cheaper and even 30 percent more space-saving than conventional models.
The new fork sensors of the GS 04B and GS 08B series from Leuze detect even the smallest objects with absolute certainty. They are ideal for reliable detection in high-speed applications and detect objects with a diameter of just 0.05 millimeters.
Georg Schlegel has presented a new button in the mYnitron series for 16.2 mm installation openings.
With the Variostack, IEF-Werner has an open and modular palletizing system in its range that can be individually adapted to production.
With the ETL70 in Hiperface DSL digital single-cable technology and the STL70 with Hiperface interface, Sick is launching a new generation of absolutely measuring, linear motor feedback systems.
SI has introduced a new, improved linear stage: The M3-LS-U2 is the further development of the M3-LS with a built-in controller. The new version is optimized for series production and a long service life.
With PlanetGear PRE/PRF, Nidec Graessner is presenting a series that is particularly optimized for standard applications. This results in needs-based solutions for a wide range of applications, more flexibility in design and lower automation costs.
The products from Rose Systemtechnik can now be viewed directly in the customer's factory with an augmented reality application.
