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Accurate torque flanges

Manner has introduced new torque flanges. They can be flexibly combined with all pick-ups and evaluation units, which can transfer the measurement data to the data acquisition system in the classic way as an analog signal, e.g. voltage, current, frequency +/- or as a digital signal via EtherCAT, Ethernet or CAN interface.

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Clock generator for flow turbines

Ephy-Mess developed the temperature sensor system including the rotary value / clock generator for a current turbine test stand for ocean and tidal current systems. The temperature of the roller bearings and the planetary gear should be determined at four measuring points.

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Shock data logger monitors transports

The MSR175 data logger from MSR Electronics, which is optimized for shock and shock measurements up to 200 g, is now also available in a version with a replaceable Li-SOCI2 battery, which allows an even longer operating time compared to the standard LiPo battery: This means that Transport and storage monitoring of sensitive goods possible over a period of more than two years.

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Portable device for calibration tasks

The new multi-function calibrator type CPH8000 is now available from Wika. The portable device measures pressure, temperature, current, voltage, frequency, pulse signal and environmental conditions. It is available as a handheld or in a case version with an integrated pressure pump.

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Digital rotation rate sensor

ASC expands its portfolio of digital sensors with the rotation rate sensor ASC DiSens 271 with SPI interface. The uniaxial gyroscope offers very good bias stability, a low angular random walk and great flexibility with regard to the measuring range. Thanks to the compact design and the practical self-test function, the sensor can even be used in safety-critical and difficult-to-access applications.

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Wiegand sensors in large numbers

The Wiegand sensors that fit on a fingertip, of which the sensor manufacturer Posital produces more than a million pieces annually, consist of short sections of Wiegand wire, a specially conditioned ferromagnetic alloy with very specific physical properties.

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Optical distance sensors with laser

The new distance sensors of the LAT-45 series determine positions and distances with a range of 200 to 10,000 mm. With a high level of extraneous light immunity, the universally applicable sensors reliably detect objects with different structures and light and dark surfaces.

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Press force for battery cell production

Tox Pressotechnik delivered 333 pneumohydraulic drives to the Korean chemical giant LG Chem. The largest single order for TOX power packs in the company's history was also technically complex: The company made the pneumohydraulic drives as a tailor-made special version for battery cell production.

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Modular zero point clamping system

Zimmer presents its new quick-change pallet system SPN. In addition to a standard variant reduced to the basic functions, which fulfills the basic functions such as unlocking and PLUS connection, there is also an advanced variant to choose from.

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Double the Grip

A new manufacturing cell that includes milling, loading, and unloading, plus clamping technology and sensors for improved reliability facilitates the production of worm gear screw jacks considerably.

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Component flexibility for mechanical engineering

In addition to Profinet IRT and Ethercat fieldbus, Baumüller offers various bus systems such as CANopen, VARAN, Modbus TCP, EtherNET / IP or Powerlink for the b maXX 5500 servo system. This makes Baumüller drive technology particularly flexible and enables it to be combined with system components from various manufacturers.

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Food safe motors for washdown environments

As recent tests have shown, ABB's Food Safe motors can handle even harsh washdown environments. The stainless steel housing prevents corrosion. In addition, protection class IP69 is achieved, which ensures that no damage occurs during high-pressure cleaning at high temperatures.

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Flange bearings for optoelectronics

The customer-specific system solutions from Rodriguez are often in demand in the optical industry - due to the limited installation space, particularly small and light solutions and special packaging are required here.

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Modular system for motor adaptation

Nabtesco has developed a flexible modular system for the servo gear units of the new Neco series. Combinations of standardized elements create a large number of defined interfaces that cover a wide range of drives without much effort. In this way, users can use the Neco gearboxes with all motor brands and types available on the market.

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Drive electronics for every application

With the Nordac product family, Nord Drivesystems offers electronic drive technology for almost every application. The frequency converters and motor starters cover a wide range of outputs up to 160 kW and, according to the manufacturer, offer performance and safety.

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Servo motor series with higher nominal torque

B&R is expanding its motor portfolio with the new servo motor series 8LW and 8LS with high torque density. Thanks to an improved design, in connection with the servo amplifiers of the Acopos series, a nominal torque of up to 75% higher than comparable motors is achieved.

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Lean managed switches for network monitoring

Wago is now offering new lean managed switches. The switches are available with 8 or 16 copper ports, with transfer rates of up to 1000 Mbit / s. Devices with two additional SFP slots (100/1000 Mbit / s) are optionally available, which can be used to connect fiber optic cables, for example.

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Illuminated membrane keyboards

For particularly demanding applications, Kundisch has developed a backlit Profiline keyboard that can be used in many areas, from vehicle technology and payment systems to medical technology.

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Safety module for sensorless standstill detection

With the SSW303HV, the Schmersal Group is now introducing a new sensorless standstill monitor. The SSW303HV only takes up 45 mm width in the control cabinet. The plug-in and coded connection terminals create the prerequisites for quick and error-free installation. An additional signal contact provides information about the error status of the block.

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Scalable safety control

With the Flexi Compact, Sick presents a new modular safety controller that is characterized by an improved user experience in handling and safety engineering. At the same time, users can operate automated machines more productively thanks to the scalable scope of services and intelligent diagnostic functions of the safety controller. 

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Power supply with 3-phase delta or WYE input

TDK-Lambda has expanded the TPS series with a power supply unit with 48V, 83.3A and 4kW output power. The TPS4000-48 works with an industrial three-phase input. It works automatically with nominal 400, 440, or 480Vac Delta or WYE input without changing wiring or large, expensive step-down transformers.

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