Amphenol Anytek QT Series Fixed Terminal Blocks utilize advanced PUSH-IN technology, improving wiring efficiency by 70%. These terminal blocks simplify multi-core cable connections and ensure long-term reliability with spring connections. The QT terminal blocks feature next-gen tool-free operation, feedback for secure connections, and a lever position indicator for connection status.
In this rapidly changing world of industrial automation, the terminal blocks remain some of the unsung heroes. Small but mighty, they make sure that connections are seamless and that all machinery and systems which constitute modern industries are running smoothly. But like everything else in technology, they too have not remained static. Very recently, innovations seek to not only make them more efficient but sustainable and smarter than ever before.
RS stocks Omron Automation’s NX Series safety controllers and accessories for contemporary industrial environments with more than 10 safety devices, long or complex programming sequences, and demanding safety network requirements. Safety controllers interact with other elements of industrial safety systems — like sensors, emergency stops, and light curtains — to detect hazards and trigger automated responses, like slowing or stopping machines, designed to protect employees and equipment. They also interact with non-safety devices, including PLCs to prioritize process safety and HMIs to deliver diagnostic data.
Using individual RFID cards, staff can authenticate themselves via the PITgatebox with integrated PITreader card unit. This guarantees that only authorised staff have access to the plant and can implement commands such as activate, stop or reset the machine. Access permission is provided via the transponder cards PITreader card, which can be written individually. The company’s existing RFID-capable cards can also be used; the familiar PITreader keys can also continue to be used. Thanks to the slimline design, the robust control unit – like all PITgatebox versions – is quick and easy to fit to conventional profile systems.
Beckhoff’s proven hybrid connectors, part of the company’s One Cable Automation (OCA) solution, are receiving a major update to better support distributed automation well into the future. Beyond the design advantages of consistent modularization with a uniform data core, these connectors now comply with the upcoming IEC 61076-2-118 standard, enabling a seamless transition in advance of the rollout.
Stahlin Enclosures is excited to introduce two new size options for its SolarShield HMI Cover lineup, now available in 16″ x 11″ and 20″ x 14″. Designed to provide top-tier protection for Human Machine Interface (HMI) screens, SolarShield HMI Covers are engineered to withstand challenging environments. Available in Opaque and Clear models, these durable, non-metallic covers protect equipment from UV rays, water, dust, and other environmental factors.
KUKA’s SCARA robots (Selective Compliance Assembly Robot Arm) are characterized by special features such as their high speed and repeat accuracy. With the KR SCARA in the now available 20-kg payload class and soon to be released 60-kg payload class, KUKA is further expanding its portfolio of four-axis robots. These latest additions offer an impressive combination of performance and precision. Compliance with the EU’s CE certification regulations underscores their high quality and safety standards, making them attractive to a global market.
LOVATO Electric presents a new generation of power analyzers with widescreen LCD colour display – the DMG Series. The large widescreen LCD colour display (4.3″) ensures clear, legible reading of mains analysis parameters, all while maintaining the classic drilling template (92x92mm) to ensure perfect compatibility with standard front panel solutions. The measurements are displayed as waveform graphics, polar diagrams and harmonic spectra up to the 63rd order, thus offering everything needed to analyse the condition of the system.
Elecrow CrowPanel ESP32 Terminal RGB Display features an integrated ESP32-S3 module that supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5. This display module adopts an Xtensa 32-bit LX7 dual-core processor with a main frequency of up to 240MHz. The CrowPanel ESP32 terminal has a 3.5-inch parallel RGB interface capacitive touch screen with a resolution of 480 x 320 to ensure perfect image output at 60fps. This display module offers four Crowtail interfaces that can be connected with Crowtail sensors, plug and play, and create interesting projects quickly and conveniently.
The new GEOS-S series offers all the advantages of the GEOS series such as the flexible modular system, test certificates also for international markets and robust material. Furthermore, they provide additional protection for the electrical and electronic components even in adverse environments, for example in industrial and outdoor installations. The cabinets are designed to be particularly user-friendly.
AutomationDirect has added FTG enclosed-style power distribution and terminal blocks to provide a convenient central location to connect several wires and distribute power from a single source to multiple loads. The enclosed power distribution blocks, meanwhile, feature a modular design for easy multi-pole assembly and an IP20 finger-safe protection rating. They are offered with ampere ratings up to 380A, UL voltage ratings up to 1000 VAC/VDC, and a 100kA SCCR with proper fusing. The enclosed terminal blocks feature an IP20 finger-safe construction and are available with ampere ratings up to 840A, voltage ratings up to 600 VAC, and a 10kA SCCR.
Relays serve as the backbone of industrial control systems, enabling the control of high-power circuits using low-power signals. Understanding different relay contact configurations is crucial for designing effective control systems. This article will explore the various types of relay contacts and their applications in industrial automation.
The Embedded Edge Compute Module builds on Rockwell Automation’s recent history of enabling computation functionality expanding the power of the ControlLogix platform. This in-chassis edge solution provides key scalability and remote support functions to today’s workforce. At first release, the Embedded Edge Compute Module enables FactoryTalk Optix software and provides a communication path to REST API, OPC UA, and MQTT to meet the needs of various applications.
In this update of the EPLAN Data Portal, there are now a total of 511 manufacturers and more than 1,900,000 data sets that are available with the latest updates in October 2024. New manufacturer catalogs are available from Akusense with 2,137 new data sets for sensors, switches and pushbuttons, Detas SpA with 1 new data set for housing accessories and external extensions, FUJI TERMINA INDUSTRY Co., LTD. with 16 new data sets for general products, and Quantum Devices with 10,032 new data sets for cables.
The Caparoc circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact now also offers modules for overcurrent protection for load currents up to 20 A. This extends the possible applications of the customizable system. Caparoc is an individual modular system. Thanks to the many combination and communication options and with the current value extended up to 20 A, the system adapts perfectly to the conditions of the respective application. The system is being extended constantly and the numerous modules are always compatible with one another.
The Trio Power power supply for panel mounting from Phoenix Contact provides high power of up to 2.5 kW in a compact housing. With their flexible panel mounting and comprehensive functions, the robust devices can be used in a wide range of applications, such as machine building, robotics, or battery storage systems. The power supplies up to 2.5 kW are characterized by their flexible mounting on the control cabinet panel. Various mounting versions enable customized use of the devices. Both lateral attachment and mounting on the rear panel of the housing are possible.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
