16.08.2022 – As a sales partner of the Korean machine manufacturer SEC, Atecare has new generations of further 2D, 2.5 D and 3D (CT) X-ray inspection systems in its range. In the field of quality monitoring of vehicle batteries, the systems from SEC also offer a wide range of X-ray inspection options.
15.08.2022 – With the Gocator 5500 Series, LCI (Line Confocal Imaging) technology is integrated into the Gocator 3D smart sensor family with laser and fringe light projection.
15.08.2022 – The VTC 2400 from Instrument Systems is a high-resolution infrared camera designed for 2-D far-field analysis of the radiant intensity distribution of VCSELs and IR emitters.
12.08.2022 – Polytec adds the weld seam control systems of the Canadian manufacturer Xiris Automation to its portfolio.
11.08.2022 – Israeli intelligent visual inspection company Kitov.ai has simplified the setup of robotic vision inspection systems with CAD2SCAN, a CAD-based tool for automatic inspection planning.
11.08.2022 – With the PAM system - Portable Automated Measurement System - IBS Quality presents a transportable scanning, measuring and inspection solution.
10.08.2022 – Bicker Elektronik offers coordinated Power+Board bundles consisting of power supply, mainboard and accessories in industrial quality.
10.08.2022 – The AVI system from Kitov and its German sales partner Atecare Service is now also available as an inline-capable solution. The artificial intelligence (AI)-based Kitov Inline can be used for fully automated intelligent inspection of the final quality of devices and enclosures in a line production.
09.08.2022 – Contrinex is expanding its range of photoelectric sensors with M12M and M18M devices in metal housings. The sensors are equipped with ASIC technology and an IO-Link interface. Due to their robustness, they are particularly suitable for hygiene-critical applications.
08.08.2022 – The sensors of the Visor series enable complex linking of detection results. The extended possibilities of result processing are part of a software upgrade.
08.08.2022 – The Contour2D sensor system enables the detection of conveyor belt utilisation with the R2000 Lidar sensor.
Mitsubishi is planning another production site in India, Pune. The focus of the factory is to be on drive and control technology for factory automation (FA). For the sustainable realisation of its subsidiary Mitsubishi Electric India, the company says it wants to invest around 21.8 million euros.
27.07.2022 – To simplify the transition to automation, Creaform, a business unit of Ametek, introduces the version of the VXscan-R software modules
In 2017, Christian Wolf took over the chairmanship of the committee and presided over it for five years. He is now passing on the post as scheduled.
Ice machines in swimming pools, amusement parks or service areas provide cooling on hot days. The selection and payment at the current generation of machines is anything but a pleasure. Seco Manufaktur wants to change this with its Secomat IC One Indoor.
It takes enormous electromechanical forces to create up to 1,000 ocean-like waves per hour in Wavegarden's artificial surfing lagoons. A channel-free wiring system creates space for the numerous frequency converters and also ensures that the control cabinet climate is homogenized.
29.06.2022 - The new decentralized frequency converter series DGM Modular is intended for controlling asynchronous motors and synchronous reluctance motors.
29.06.2022 - Automating the loading and unloading of machines increases efficiency in production - especially if the subsequent manual visual inspection also runs automatically. AI-pro develops individual solutions for this and supplements machines such as the servo press from Tox Pressotechnik with robots and artificial intelligence.
29.06.2022 - Steinmeyer Mechatronik developed the XYZ positioning system for automated inspection specifically for the quality control of large wafers, probe cards and printed circuit boards.
Nabtesco is expanding the Neco series with sizes for heavy-duty applications.
29.06.2022 - The Duodrive from Nord Drivesystems is an integrated geared motor concept in a hygienic wash-down design and now covers a power range of up to 3 kW.
29.06.2022 - Dunkermotoren has improved the thermal management and corrosion resistance of the GR series brushed DC motors.
Almost 600 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors came to Automatica in Munich. Organisers and exhibitors are pleased
Founded in 1972 as a manufacturer of industrial pipe clamping systems, Rose+Krieger has developed into a full-range supplier with a product selection of linear technology, profile assembly technology, connection and modular technology.
27.06.2022 – With the new line portal HSL, Hiwin presents a flexible unit for positioning in the X and Z direction.
Rollon has developed the O-Rail especially for larger handling applications. Strong, simple and versatile, the linear system features a robust three-track guide.
Dunkermotoren has released the final release of Nexofox Motioncode.
The compact B&R servo drive is now suitable for use under aggressive atmospheric conditions and at temperatures down to -25°C.
ABB has now had its ACx580 drives certified according to the EMC ILA standard. The certification is valid for drives ACH580, ACQ580 and ACS580 with power up to 55 kW.
Christian Heller, Head of Product Management at K. A. Schmersal, talks about the role of digitalization and networking as well as radio technology in machine safety.
Networking is the trend - also in machine safety. The electrical designer has various options for connecting safety switching devices that offer significant advantages over conventional series connection. Which solution is best depends on the individual requirements.
Stefan Ditting, product manager at Hima, talks about increasing plant efficiency with Ethernet APL as well as infrastructure availability and compatible field devices.
Lea Fronzek, Single Pair Ethernet Product Manager at Escha, talks about the role of connectors in networked production and how to make plant setup, operation and maintenance more efficient and cost-effective with SPE.
The networking of information and operational technology, for example for remote maintenance, exposes the broad attack surface in OT to potentially insecure IT. With the right security architecture, the associated risks can be minimized.
With a wireless IO-Link variant, Balluff is expanding its portfolio with a fast, reliable and flexible solution - while guaranteeing consistent system integration and compatibility.
