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Kollmorgen Expands AKD2G Versatility With the Launch of New Synchronized Communication Protocols

Kollmorgen has recently announced the latest update to its AKD2G servo drive. With the introduction of these new features, Kollmorgen has broadened its offerings to additionally support PROFINET IRT and Ethernet/IP with CIP Sync alongside CANopen, EtherCAT, and FSoE time-synchronized communication protocols. Each protocol is rigorously tested with a variety of motion controllers and certified by industry standards organizations. The AKD2G servo drive update allows for synchronized motion between multiple drives using a wide variety of control architectures.

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Omron: MD Series AMRs – Revolutionizing Material Movement with Autonomous Mobile Robots

In today’s fast-paced manufacturing and logistics industries, the need for efficient and flexible material movement solutions has never been greater. Traditional methods like conveyor systems, forklifts, and manual pushcarts have served us well, but they come with limitations. That’s why Omron is thrilled to announce the launch of their game-changing MD Series of Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs). MD Series AMRs are revolutionizing midrange material movement processes, enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and ensuring worker safety.

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Rockwell Automation: Enhanced ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link Master Blocks Advance Automation Efficiency

Manufacturers can further streamline operation processes and reduce deployment time with the release of an enhanced firmware and Add-on Profile (AOP) update in the Allen‑Bradley ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link master blocks. The newly added features, coupled with the On-Machine capability, provide a significant boost in functionality and performance for applications within demanding industrial environments.

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AutomationDirect: Helukabal TOPFLEX 600 Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Cable

AutomationDirect has added Helukabel TOPFLEX 600V VFD cable designed to handle the power needs of VFDs and limit the effects of electromagnetic interference, helping to prevent costly machine downtime. This cable is available in 16 AWG to 2 AWG sizes with individual class K flexible stranded tinned copper conductors covered with cross-linked Polyethylene (XLPE) insulation. The special PVC outer jacket is free from cadmium, silicone, and substances harmful to the wetting properties of lacquers and paints, making these cables ideal for painting, plating, and coating applications.

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Festo Electric and Pneumatic Intralogistics Solutions Push/Sort, Grip/Pick, and Lift/Convey

Festo introduces the company’s comprehensive selection of electric and pneumatic components for intralogistics motion automation – pushing and sorting, gripping and picking, and lifting and conveying. “No material handling competitor comes close to Festo’s breadth of electric and pneumatic components and systems, robust supply chain, and ease of commissioning systems into the top control architectures,” said Frank Vanderpool, Industry Segment Manager, Logistics Systems, Festo.

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Phoenix Contact: Safe I/O Modules for Failsafe Over EtherCAT (FSoE)

To implement a safe system, Phoenix Contact offers two new safety I/O modules for Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) in a compact design. Safety over EtherCAT (FSoE) has established itself as an important safety protocol alongside Profisafe. Phoenix Contact supports this market trend with the compact AXL SE family. Safety solutions based on FSoE can be implemented easily and in a space-saving way in conjunction with the EtherCAT bus coupler.

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Mersen Introduces Gen2 Class J Fuse Blocks

Mersen’s new Gen2 fuse blocks offer market-relevant features at a competitive price to meet its customers’ application and commercial demands for quick and easy multi-pole field assembly. Mersen’s Gen2 Open Style Class J Fuse Blocks accommodate Class J fuses ranging from 0-100A, 600V. The Gen2 fuse blocks are available with a choice of screw, pressure plate, and box connectors to fit a wide range of stranded or solid wire. Gen2 fuse blocks are now DIN-rail mountable, more compact than the traditional offering, and feature dovetail nesting.

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MENNEKES: SPEC Grade Sloped-Top Disconnects Are Now Available In 200A and 400A

MENNEKES’ has recently expanded their SPEC Grade Series of stainless steel motor disconnects to include 200A and 400A models. These units are the first on the market to combine these amperages in a sloped-top stainless steel enclosure. Compared to traditional knife-blade alternatives, these SPEC Grade units feature a UL 98 Listed rotary switch, providing a more compact and cost-effective footprint.

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SCHUNK: BSWS-R Jaw Quick-Change System – Easy Quick-Change of Gripper Fingers During the Ongoing Process

With the new BSWS-R jaw quick-change system, SCHUNK enables automatic finger change during the ongoing process. The cleverly designed system consists of just a few components and is compatible with all grippers with PGN-plus-P screw connection diagram. The BSWS-R is the next stage of evolution of the BSWS series from SCHUNK. In many industries, production is increasingly moving towards high mix, low volume. It is becoming a major advantage for companies to be able to produce a wide range of variants, even in the smallest batch sizes, without needing any manual set-up work.

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Siemens’ Gridscale X Software to Manage Network Model Data Increases Operational Efficiency

Siemens has announced the launch of new Gridscale X software with the release of a Gridscale X Network Model Manager in the US and Canada. The product allows ISOs (independent system operators) and TSOs (transmission system operators) to centrally manage their network data with a Digital Twin of the power grid for more efficient planning, development and operations.

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FANUC America Demonstrates New Power Motion i-MODEL A Plus PLC/CNC Motion Controller at MODEX 2024

FANUC America Corporation will unveil its latest combined PLC/CNC motion controller Power Motion i-MODEL A Plus (PMi-A Plus) at MODEX 2024 in Atlanta, Ga., booth B-4026, taking place from March 11-14. Users throughout the world trust FANUC’s superior control and servo technology, reliability and support for CNC machine tools, but PMi-A Plus unlocks the ability to use FANUC controls for general motion control equipment.

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Mouser Electronics: TDK-Lambda 120W to 960W DIN Rail Mount 3-Phase Power Supplies

TDK-Lambda 120W to 960W DIN Rail Mount 3-Phase Power Supplies offer a 50% boost power rating for up to 600 seconds and narrow case widths that occupy less space on the DIN rail. These power supplies provide excellent functionality and combine reliability and compact dimensions with energy-saving efficiencies of up to 96.3%. Available in four power levels, 120W, 240W, 480W, and 960W, these power supplies offer a choice of 12V, 24V, 48V, or 72V outputs. Units can be connected in parallel to provide more power or for redundant applications, and a choice of models with either screw or push-in wire terminals are available.

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Endress+Hauser: New 2DS Ex-i Specialty Transmitter Module

With the launch of a new speciality transmitter module, Endress+Hauser is simplifying the connection of Memosens sensors located in designated hazardous areas of a facility to a PLC or other controller. The intrinsically-safe sensor input modules (2DS Ex-i) slot into a CM44x series Liquiline multichannel controller, which transmits the received sensor data onward to the PLC.

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AutomationDirect: AchieVe PSA Series Power Supplies

AutomationDirect has added AchieVe PSA series value power supplies which offer prices well below the competition and are ideal for price-sensitive users who require basic yet reliable DC power for general industrial applications. Their overcurrent protection is designed to operate in constant current mode, making the PSA series suitable for inductive and capacitive loads.

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SICK: ES21 Emergency Stop Pushbuttons

ES21 emergency stop pushbuttons are a must for automated machines and systems. They provide a means for a person to stop a machine or system in the event of an emergency. Depending on the variant, the emergency stop pushbuttons are either integrated into a machine operator panel or mounted directly on the machine.

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Hammond Manufacturing: 1481SDH Series Deep Hinged HMI Cover Kits

Introducing the 1481SDH Series Deep Hinged HMI Cover Kits from Hammond Manufacturing. These extra deep kits are designed to provide protection and easy access to components and equipment installed inside an enclosure, with your choice of 14 gauge mild steel or 316L stainless steel frames. These HMI cover kits maintain the environmental protection levels of enclosures; the painted mild steel maintains Type 4 and 12, while stainless steel maintains Type 4, 4X and 12.

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Kollmorgen Expands AKD2G Versatility With the Launch of New Synchronized Communication Protocols

Omron: MD Series AMRs – Revolutionizing Material Movement with Autonomous Mobile Robots

Rockwell Automation: Enhanced ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link Master Blocks Advance Automation Efficiency

AutomationDirect: Helukabal TOPFLEX 600 Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Cable

Festo Electric and Pneumatic Intralogistics Solutions Push/Sort, Grip/Pick, and Lift/Convey

Phoenix Contact: Safe I/O Modules for Failsafe Over EtherCAT (FSoE)

Mersen Introduces Gen2 Class J Fuse Blocks

MENNEKES: SPEC Grade Sloped-Top Disconnects Are Now Available In 200A and 400A

SCHUNK: BSWS-R Jaw Quick-Change System – Easy Quick-Change of Gripper Fingers During the Ongoing Process

Siemens’ Gridscale X Software to Manage Network Model Data Increases Operational Efficiency

FANUC America Demonstrates New Power Motion i-MODEL A Plus PLC/CNC Motion Controller at MODEX 2024

Mouser Electronics: TDK-Lambda 120W to 960W DIN Rail Mount 3-Phase Power Supplies

Endress+Hauser: New 2DS Ex-i Specialty Transmitter Module

AutomationDirect: AchieVe PSA Series Power Supplies

SICK: ES21 Emergency Stop Pushbuttons

Hammond Manufacturing: 1481SDH Series Deep Hinged HMI Cover Kits

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