Automation

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Force sensors for tensile and compressive forces

05.09.22 - The force sensors KM801 / KT803 and KM701 / KT703 from Megatron are suitable in applications for the measurement of switching and actuation forces. The KM801 / KT803 force sensor has a nickel-plated steel measuring body and can absorb forces of up to 5 kN.

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Photoelectric sensor

05.09.22 - The R1000 photoelectric sensor from Pepperl+Fuchs is used in dynamic applications that require reliable distance measurements and positioning.

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Powerful and passively cooled

Congatec is presenting seven even more energy-efficient versions of the 12th generation Intel Core IOTG mobile processors (formerly codenamed Alder Lake) on seven new COM-HPC and COM Express Computer-on-Modules.

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Tested for worry-free gaming

Articles for small children are subject to strict standards, compliance with which is consistently checked by the manufacturers. So that pacifiers, toys, clothing or cuddly toys do not become a danger, they have to pass many tests in advance.

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Hygienic assembly system for BV components

A hygienic complete mounting system is designed to enable food-safe and legally compliant placement of cameras in any position and orientation in food and pharmaceutical applications. To enable installers to easily comply with the specifications in every application, the manufacturer is currently preparing the full EHEDG certification of all components of the modular system.

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Expanded portfolio of X-ray inspection systems

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

AKL – International Laser Technology Congress in Aachen

From April 22 to 24, 2026, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT invites you to AKL'26. The photonics congress with over 500 participants is taking place for the 15th time, this year with a significantly expanded program, over 80 presentations, and 54 exhibitor booths.