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How to Optimize the MOVIDRIVE® MDX 60/61B Drive Inverter

Content Type Image High-performance drive inverter for dynamic drives in power range 0.55 to 160 kW (0.75 to 215 hp). Great diversity of applications due to extensive expansion options with technology and communication options. 3-phase power supply for AC 230 V and 460 V.

PoE switches for industrial networking

Content Type Image  PoE (Power over Ethernet) is one of the hottest topics in Ethernet networking applications today. According to recent IDC forecasts, total market sales for PoE devices will reach US$1.14 billion by 2009 with a 65% annual growth rate. In this white paper, Moxa will introduce the basics of PoE technology and the new 802.3at standard, followed by a discussion on the required functions and benefits of adopting PoE switches for industrial networking.

Precise and Accurate Measurement of Part Features Using Machine Vision

Content Type Image  Learn how DALSA's sub-pixel measurement tools, combined with the right optics and stable lighting provide the precision and repeatability to ensure 2D measurement on 3D electrical connector pins.
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Rockwell Software -Diagnostic Data: Gather Copious Information

Content Type Image Though troubleshooting is a critical aspect of diagnostic tools, fixing problems isn’t the only reason that engineers want diagnostic data.

Case Packer Uses a Power Monitor to Minimize Energy Consumption

Content Type Image  A three-axis, side-load case packer receives up-to-the-minute information on energy use from a component mounted in the controls cabinet.

Robotics, Embedded PC Make this Handle Applicator Tick

Content Type Image  ‘Dog-bone’-style carrier handles are applied at speeds to 60 cases/min by a pair of vision-guided robots, and it’s all governed by an industrial PC.

Automating a Beverage Line

Content Type Image  Dick Motley doesn’t pretend to be impartial. When it comes to robots for the packaging industry, he believes that high-speed, articulated-arm robots are superior to the ever more popular Delta configuration.

Vision-Assisted Robotics, an Enabling Technology for Packaging

Content Type Image  From sliced meat to late-capitalism, the reasons that vision-assisted robotic packaging applications have been increasing are many. Within this complex picture, though, certain trends seem clear.
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Mintchell Video Report: ARC Operational Excellence Forum and More

Content Type Image  Gary Mintchell, Editor in Chief, leads off the Videocast with his agenda for the ARC Conference in early February down in Orlando. Also in the report is a review of just released financial reports for certain automation companies, a recently released MESA study and a preview of the Packaging Automation Forum event, to be held in Chicago, on May 4.

Manufacturing Performance: Packaging Automation Forum Overview

Content Type Image  Discover the technologies, products and strategies that manufacturing professionals, packaging machine builders and OEMs can utilize to improve their packaging and manufacturing performance. Attend PACKAGING AUTOMATION FORUM 2010 on May 4 at the InterContinental Chicago O'Hare.

Advantech Machine Automation Video

Content Type Image  * LED Die Bonding* Automatic Winding Machine* Auto-Feeding Cutting Plotter Machine* 3D CNC Tube Bending Machine* Vulcanization & Curing Process for Tire Production
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