27/12/2016 Combined light section and vision sensors in one device for comparison and surveillance tasks Pepperl+Fuchs’ light section sensors from the SmartRunner range combine a high-precision light section sensor and vision sensor into one compact device. These plug & play devices are optimised at the ...
26/12/2016 Biodiesel hoses feature high performance in high temperatures Power management company Eaton has launched the GH100 and GH101 hoses for high-percentage biodiesel blend and high-temperature oil applications. Unlike standard fuel hoses that last one to two years, ...
23/12/2016 Plug & play compact handling system simplifies commissioning and reduces time to market Festo has introduced a compact handling system that combines kinematics, controller and software in a single kit to enable engineers and OEMs to save time and money.
16/12/2016 IP67 DeviceNet I/O Module with full M8 connectivity Molex has introduced the Brad DeviceNet HarshIO M8 Modules, claimed to be the first on the market to come fully ODVA conformance tested and approved. Offering full M8 connectivity for power, I/O and ...
16/12/2016 igus expands robolink D modular kit with plastic gearing Motion plastics company igus has expanded its robolink D modular kit with strainwave gearing in two sizes. The gearing, which is available as an individual component, or with an integrated NEMA17 or ...
07/12/2016 IP67 Brad HarshIO EtherNet/IP modules for roller drives Molex has introduced what it claims to be the industry’s first ODVA conformance tested and approved IP67 EtherNet/IP I/O module to interface with roller drives.The compact Brad HarshIO modules are ...
29/11/2016 Precision flowmeters for beverage dispensing Titan Enterprises offers a range of flowmeters designed specifically for drink dispensing applications including beer, wines, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages.
23/11/2016 ABB Dodge Raptor coupling extends driven equipment life ABB has introduced the Dodge Raptor coupling, featuring a patented WingLock technology, a finite-element optimised winged elastomeric design that provides longer driven equipment life and increased ...
21/11/2016 Angular and linear sensors from ZF Switches & Sensors ZF Switches & Sensors has released its latest generation of linear and angular position sensors, claimed to provide users with improved levels of efficiency. Based on a modular system, the sensor is ...
18/11/2016 Netfabb offers complete additive manufacturing solution Following the release of Netfabb 2017 in September, Autodesk is doubling-down on its vision of Netfabb as a true end-to-end additive manufacturing (AM) solution. The company has bolstered the ...
18/11/2016 Tamper-proof safety transponder SICK has launched the STR1, a Transponder Safety Switch that uses non-contact RFID technology to provide highly-reliable and tamper-proof personnel protection on removable guards to PLe/SIL3, with ...
09/11/2016 Faster liquid handling for OEM applications Tecan has launched the Cavro Omni Flex to make it quicker and easier for manufacturers to develop instruments for advanced liquid handling applications. The Cavro Omni Flex is claimed to extend the ...
07/11/2016 Precise, hygienic and dynamic switching and control Bürkert has expanded its range of electromotive process valves to include diaphragm valves. The Type 3323 shut-off valve and the Type 3363 control valve are two additions to Bürkert’s line ...
07/11/2016 High-performance galvo scanner control The Nmark GCL controls Aerotech's AGV series scanners, which are claimed to result in industry-leading settling times, long-term thermal stability, and micron-level tracking accuracy due to advanced ...
04/11/2016 IO-Link sensor/actuator hub with expansion port IO-Link actuator/sensor hubs from Balluff feature eight ports for 16 in-/outputs. They are said to allow signals from up to 16 switching sensors to be collected from a distance of up to 20m so that ...
04/11/2016 3D-printed tools enable cost-effective production of injection-moulded parts igus has announced a service to 3D print injection mould tools, enabling rapid and cost effective production of custom parts. This service is said to complement a range of products and services igus ...
03/11/2016 Tranberg Ex High Voltage Solutions R. STAHL, a manufacturer of safety equipment for hazardous areas, has launched a range of Ex High Voltage Solutions for Zone 1 and Zone 2 hazardous areas, as well as for safe areas.
31/10/2016 IoT developers kit An IoT Learner Kit provides an end-to-end learning solution for makers, hardware and software developers and students looking to get started with IoT development and can be used in conjunction with ...
28/10/2016 Cost efficient automation with accumulating pallet recirculation system The accumulating pallet recirculation system SPU 2040 is integrated into mk’s transfer systems range. It is said to enable cost-effective and dynamic feeding, buffering, positioning and separating of ...
20/10/2016 Simple, speedy and accurate 3D scanning and inspection applications CyberOptics has unveiled its latest 3D scanning inspection system, CyberGage360 is a metrology-grade, ultra-fast 3D scanning and inspection system. With just one button, a precise 360° 3D scan of ...
19/10/2016 Perfect marriage for lightweight performance Dyneema Carbon hybrid composites are claimed to represent the next step in the evolution of carbon. The world’s strongest fibre is said to significantly improve the performance of pure carbon ...
30/09/2016 ITI releases CADIQ version 9.1 International TechneGroup Incorporated (ITI) has introduced CADIQ 9.1, the latest edition of its CAD model validation application. CADIQ identifies model-based design issues that adversely impact ...
27/09/2016 Delivering Industry 4.0-ready intralogistics Festo has announced the Multi-Carrier-System (MCS), its Industry 4.0-ready linear motor track system, jointly developed with Siemens. MCS is an adaptable, modular transport solution for manufacturing ...
26/09/2016 Modular CSW command and signalling devices boost flexibility WEG has updated its CSW series of command and signalling devices with new pushbuttons and contact blocks to help users reduce installation time and costs by up to 66%. Designed to increase ...
23/09/2016 Ex position switch for sub-zero applications The light and robust Ex 97 switching devices with plastic housings from steute are tested and certified according to ATEX and IECEx for use in Gas Ex zones 1 and 2, as well as dust Ex zones 21 and ...
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