Improved brushed DC motors
29.06.2022 - Dunkermotoren has improved the thermal management and corrosion resistance of the GR series brushed DC motors.
3D Sensor Allrounder for the Inspection of Beverage Containers
28.06.2022 – Automation Technology offers its C5-2040CS 3D compact sensor for the inspection of beverage containers, a sensor that can be used as an all-rounder for bottle and can inspection.
Release 2.2 of the Control Platform Automation1
28.06.2022 – The software developers at Aerotech have realised Automation1, a motion control platform that can integrate the entire periphery. It is intended to gradually replace the previous Aerotech control platforms A3200, Ensemble and Soloist.
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.
Vibrometer To Go
27.06.2022 – The Vibro Go is a vibration measuring device specially developed for mobile use.
Software Speeds up Inspections and Reporting in Thermal Imaging
24.06.2022 – Inspection specialist PFE Limited uses Flir Thermal Studio thermal imaging software to inspect industrial processes.
More Efficient Quality Control Through Measurement Software
24.06.2022 – Users now have access to the universal measuring software Zeiss Calypso 2022 with a focus on ruled geometry
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.
Fibre Optic Sensors for Automated Production Processes
23.06.2022 – The optoelectronic fibre optic sensors Optocontrol CLS1000 are used for position controls as well as for position and presence detection.
Arenaview with Jupyterlab support
22.06.2022 – Lucid adds Jupyterlab development environment to Arenaview for testing, validating and prototyping camera features and system performance
High-performance Scanner with Blue Laser Technology
21.06.2022 – Creaform, a business unit of Ametek, expands the Handyscan Scan 3D Silver series with two more high-performance scanners, Handyscan Scan 307 Elite and Handyscan Scan 700 Elite.
Embedded Vision and Machine Learning Combined
20.06.2022 – Allied Vision enables the realisation of GenICam-based image processing applications with CSI-2 cameras.
Digital Machine Vision Systems at Embedded World 2022
15.06.2022 – At Embedded World 2022, Solectrix showed Hive, a development environment for entry-level real-time modelling in image data processing, a digital 3D upgrade for stereo microscopes and features for the Proframe frame grabber system.
inspect award 2022: Vote now and choose the best innovations
The jury of the inspect award 2022 has nominated ten products each in the categories "Vision" and "Automation + Control". Now it's the turn of the readers of WileyIndustryNews to choose the best innovations in machine vision and optical metrology of 2022.
"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.
Platform for Spectral Imaging
Specimone is a spectral imaging platform that can be used to create sorting applications without programming or in-depth knowledge of hyperspectral imaging.
High Resolution 47 MP Atlas10 Camera in Series
12.08.2022 – The 47-MP Atlas10 camera features Sony's IMX492 rolling shutter CMOS sensor, which offers 8240 x 5628 pixel resolution, a 4/3-inch sensor size, and operates at 22.6 fps with 10-bit ADC.
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.
ARM-based Embedded Module Series
08.06.2022 – Deutschmann has once again expanded its powerful Unigate IC2 series: The ready-to-run Unigate IC2 Profinet module provides reliable connectivity and can be quickly and easily installed in a terminal device or sensor system.
Synergy of Boost Cameras and F-Mount Lenses for High Resolution
08.06.2022 – Boost cameras with sensors from Onsemi's XGS series and Basler F-Mount Lenses form a comprehensive hardware solution for applications with high demands on resolution and field of view, such as in factory automation and the electronics sector.
Block-based Editor for App Creation Without Programming Knowledge
Software release 2.6 for the AI vision system IDS NXT focuses in particular on simplified app creation.
Industrial Inspection in the Non-Visible Area
07.06.2022 – For many industrial inspection tasks in the non-visible range, SVS-Vistek has swir and UV industrial cameras as well as polarization cameras in its product range.
Lower temperature fluctuations due to athermal image processing lenses
07.06.2022 – The manufacturer and supplier of optical components now also has athermal image processing lenses from Techspec in its portfolio.
