Mobile Cobot inspection system
11.08.2022 – With the PAM system - Portable Automated Measurement System - IBS Quality presents a transportable scanning, measuring and inspection solution.
Automation
Complete solution for industrial applications
10.08.2022 – Bicker Elektronik offers coordinated Power+Board bundles consisting of power supply, mainboard and accessories in industrial quality.
Product inspection now available as an inline solution
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.
Photoelectric sensors for hygiene-critical applications
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.
Software update for testing sensors
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.
Sensor system detects contours and corrects shadows
08.08.2022 – The Contour2D sensor system enables the detection of conveyor belt utilisation with the R2000 Lidar sensor.
Mitsubishi Electric: Further location planned in India
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.
Advanced Collaborative Robot Compatibility
27.07.2022 – To simplify the transition to automation, Creaform, a business unit of Ametek, introduces the version of the VXscan-R software modules
Change in the chairmanship of the Exhibitors' Advisory Board of the SPS
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.
Vending Machines for Ice Cream
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.
The perfect wave
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.
Decentralized frequency converter
29.06.2022 - The new decentralized frequency converter series DGM Modular is intended for controlling asynchronous motors and synchronous reluctance motors.
Automated servo press
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.
XYZ positioning system for semiconductor inspection
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.
Modular high-torque gearbox for heavy-duty use
Nabtesco is expanding the Neco series with sizes for heavy-duty applications.
Gear motor with high energy efficiency
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.
Improved brushed DC motors
29.06.2022 - Dunkermotoren has improved the thermal management and corrosion resistance of the GR series brushed DC motors.
Automatica 2022 a Success
Almost 600 exhibitors and 30,000 visitors came to Automatica in Munich. Organisers and exhibitors are pleased
Rose+Krieger: Supplier for Linear Technology Turns 50
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.
New line portal for positioning in the X and Z direction
27.06.2022 – With the new line portal HSL, Hiwin presents a flexible unit for positioning in the X and Z direction.
Linear system with configuration options
Rollon has developed the O-Rail especially for larger handling applications. Strong, simple and versatile, the linear system features a robust three-track guide.
Software environment for drives
Dunkermotoren has released the final release of Nexofox Motioncode.
Servo amplifier becomes more resistant
The compact B&R servo drive is now suitable for use under aggressive atmospheric conditions and at temperatures down to -25°C.
Frequency converter certified according to EMV-ILA standard
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.
"Networking Is only just Beginning"
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.
Machine Safety: Best Networked
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.
"Ethernet-APL an Excellent Transmission Medium for Field Level Connectivity".
Stefan Ditting, product manager at Hima, talks about increasing plant efficiency with Ethernet APL as well as infrastructure availability and compatible field devices.
"The Key Word Is Data Quality"
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.
A Modern Security Architecture for IT And OT
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.
IO Link Wireless - When Classic Data transmission Reaches Its Limits
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.
Web Visualization for HTML5 Applications
08.06.2022 – With Lasal Visudesigner from Sigmatek, not only can the resolution and aspect ratio of HTML5 applications be easily adjusted, but the possible "View" view can also be flexibly defined.
ASi 5 Counter Modules with New Functions
08.06.2022 – The ASi-5 counter modules BWU3875 in IP20 as well as BWU4042 and BWU4202 in IP67 from Bihl + Wiedemann have four digital counter inputs, which can be configured and parameterized individually.
Variations of Cable Entry Grommets
08.06.2022 – Icotek introduces the KEL-SCDP-TR, new sizes and mounting options for the KEL-SCDP cable entry grommets.
Sliding Material for More Design Freedom
Extreme smooth running in application and new freedom in design - this is what the Drylin T miniature linear slide offers thanks to the newly developed sliding material Iglidur E3.
Software for Industrial Visualization
08.06.2022 – The M1 Webmi Pro software enables access to industrial visualization and operation via web browser directly from the M1 controller - whether on panel PC, smart device or office computer.
