Universal Robots has presented for the first time the UR AI Accelerator – a ready-to-use hardware and software toolkit created to further enable the development of AI-powered cobot applications. Designed for commercial and research applications, the UR AI Accelerator provides developers with an extensible platform to build applications, accelerate research and reduce time to market of AI products.
Kollmorgen has recently announced the latest update to its SafeMotion Monitor (SMM) firmware: SMM2.0. This upgrade allows OEMs to leverage SMM functional safety features with more encoder and motor types to support a wider range of applications such as material forming, multi-axis measurement equipment, food processing and food packaging.
Leviton has proudly launched its flagship premier Cat 6A SST cable in the convenient TEKPAK box which is made from 100% recyclable cardboard.
January 21, 2025 Networked Motor Control Center Technology Accelerates Productivity, Savings & Safety By Diego Wilches, Global Product Manager, IEC LVMCC Rockwell Automation has seen manufacturers around the globe investing billions of dollars in smart manufacturing and production plants. Industry experts project the demand for smart factories will double by 2032 to $322 billion because of the…
E-Switch PVHC7 Series Anti-Vandal Switches offer durability and security in a sleek, modern package with an IP67 rating. These switches consist of a 22mm diameter panel cutout with a flat actuator, including a stainless steel or black anodized finish. The PVHC7 switches feature a 20A @250VAC contact rating, 50mΩ maximum contact resistance, 100MΩ minimum @500VDC insulation resistance, and 1,500VAC for 1-minute dielectric strength. These anti-vandal switches come with up to 1,000,000 cycles mechanical and electrical life of 50,000 cycles with an operating temperature of -40°C to 85°C.
Looking for reliable industrial power supplies? Phoenix Contact QUINT POWER series delivers superior system availability through advanced functionality and comprehensive monitoring capabilities. These high-performance power supplies, including the popular phoenix contact quint power supply 24vdc 20a, combine preventive monitoring with powerful reserves, making them the ideal choice for demanding industrial applications.
January 20, 2025 Award Recognizes Best of the Best in New Global Design FLO, a North American electric vehicle (EV) charging company and a smart charging solutions provider, has been awarded a prestigious 2024 Good Design Award. The new FLO Ultra fast charger was recognized as one of the year’s ‘Best of the Best’ in new transportation design. “Recognitions…
Improve the accuracy and efficiency of many applications with Banner’s SD50 Status Display, which communicates sensor, machine, and other device information via both text and multicolor LEDs. A cost-efficient alternative to expensive HMIs, the SD50 offers easier mounting and more placement flexibility. It provides more detailed information about process and machine status and can work in tandem with traditional indicator lights, making it ideal for status feedback, process sequences, timing, counting, and measurement display applications.
AutomationDirect has added Southwire’s flexible metal conduit to their growing selection of electrical conduit and wiring solutions. Southwire’s Alflex type RWA (Reduced Wall Aluminum) and Galflex type RWS (Reduced Wall Steel) conduits are built using a metal strip that is helically formed into a continuously interlocked flexible metal conduit which can withstand impact and crushing forces. Southwire’s Alflex type RWA and Galflex type RWS are designed for use with connectors intended for NEC Type FMC (Flexible Metal Conduit) and are REACH/RoHS-2 compliant.
Introducing the ST SS Series Type 4X stainless steel wallmount enclosure from Hammond Manufacturing, designed to enclose electrical and/or electronic equipment and protect against harsh, industrial environments for wallmount applications, with a sloped top which prevents water from resting on top as well as providing potential for controls mounting. Impressive styling features like hidden hinges and attractive latching systems make the Type 4X a suitable addition to any high-tech equipment installation. A wide range of sizes and practical accessories make the ST SS Series enclosure line a complete package.
RS offers the new Phoenix Contact TRIO3 Power Supplies — the world’s first power supplies with integrated circuit breakers. Designed to help machine builders overcome common challenges, these compact, plug-and-play power supplies offer space, energy, and cost savings, easy handling, and smart diagnostics, like the rest of the TRIO POWER range, and add integrated multi-channel circuit breakers for superior device protection and system performance.
IDEC Corporation is launching the FS1B Safety Controller—an upgrade of the popular FS1A device—providing additional features. The FS1B lets designers create streamlined machine safety systems with multiple safety channels by using any of 24 preset safety logic strategies selected with DIP switch configuration—with no programming required.
The new 600VAC/24VDC power supply from ITC Electrical Products, which features 350-600VAC input and 960W power (2-phase), is a DIN Rail mounted power supply that can be used for a variety of applications, including power management, industrial applications, communications, networking, sensing, and instrumentation.
Reduce power peaks in your supply grid with the MOVI-C Power and Energy Solutions and you will ultimately achieve the ROI you desire. Is it really that simple? SEW-EURODRIVE seems to think so. Using a clever power and energy management system boosts your system’s energy efficiency and availability. This is down to MOVIDRIVE modular application inverters paired with intelligently connected storage capacitors and a DC link coupling.
This field-wiring terminal block (item number 294-5013) is designed for quick and simple connections. Conductors can only be connected to this field-wiring terminal block if their strip length is between 8 mm and 9 mm. This product features four conductor terminals and utilizes Push-in CAGE CLAMP as well as PUSH WIRE. Push-in CAGE CLAMP technology provides a universal connection solution for any type of conductor. It allows both solid and fine-stranded conductors with ferrules to be inserted directly into the clamping point without the need for tools.
PROFIBUS & Profinet International (PI) and its technologies are synonymous with a multitude of innovations and cross-manufacturer interoperability. When it comes to connectivity, this starts with connectors and cables. This is currently already possible with two- and four-pair Ethernet cabling. And now Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), a connector for industrial automation, is continuing the success story. This brings clarity and certainty to a long-awaited topic. It is an important milestone that takes miniaturization a significant step forward with the help of SPE. With its forward-thinking structure, the new SPE connector system was realized based on essential application requirements.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
