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    Two 12.7mm stroke linear voice coil motors—the LVCM-013-019-02M (metric) and the LVCM-013-019-02 (imperial)—are brushless high-speed linear servo motors with a high...
    Oct. 18, 2024
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    Emerson has introduced the new ASCO Series 148/149 safety valve and motorized actuator designed for industrial fuel oil burner recirculation and safety shutoff applications. The...
    Oct. 16, 2024
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    Mitsubishi Electric Automation has collaborated with Dispel to provide on-site zero trust network access from remote locations securely. Facilities can connect to the remote region...
    Oct. 15, 2024
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    Kollmorgen has announced the latest update to its AKD2G servo drive that includes support for Profinet IRT and EtherNet/IP with CIP Sync alongside CANopen, EtherCAT and FSoE time...
    Oct. 14, 2024
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    With its edge edition, Kassow Robots has launched 7-axis cobots in which the controller is integrated into the base of the robot. These 7-axis cobots are available in two versions...
    Oct. 11, 2024
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    Helukabel has enhanced its AS-Interface (ASi) bus cable offering by adding a round cable design for use in drag chain applications. This new round ASi bus cable provides is capable...
    Oct. 9, 2024
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    Teledyne Flir has announced new additions to its family of X-series science-grade thermal cameras for the mid-wave infrared (MWIR) and longwave infrared (LWIR) spectrums: the ...
    Oct. 8, 2024
    The UR10e robot at El Pinto, equipped with a custom Coval vacuum gripper, testing the alignment and suction of 12 single-serve cups.
    With a Universal Robot and custom-designed pneumatic gripper, In-Position Technologies helped El Pinto Foods reduce the need for manual packaging and handle rapid product surges...
    Oct. 8, 2024
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    EGE-Elektronik’ new flow measurement system—ST 55 S—has a separate evaluation unit and an IO-Link interface. The ST 55 S sensor detects flow velocities from ...
    Oct. 7, 2024
    The Red Lion N-Tron Series NT5000 gigabit managed Ethernet switch features a quick start wizard that walks administrators through switch configuration for fast deployment.
    From durability and security to optimized traffic flows and plug-and-play simplicity, managed industrial Ethernet switches are the choice for manufacturers serious about an Industry...
    Oct. 7, 2024
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    The HandyScan Black+ Elite and redesigned HandyScan Silver Elite provide enhanced precision and an improved user experience when developing Creaform’s models. The HandyScan...
    Oct. 4, 2024
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    Siemens is extending its drive portfolio in the extra-low-voltage range for 24–48V EC motors with its new Simatic Micro Drive.  The new product line with UL- and CE...
    Oct. 3, 2024
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    Weidmuller’s new WI-I/O-9-U3 Wireless Transceiver combines long-range, scalable, secure mesh networking multiple I/O node and gateway into a single device. Features...
    Oct. 2, 2024
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    With more rate cuts expected, continued steady hiring and an upcoming election, scenario planning and contingency plans are recommended for manufacturing executive
    Oct. 2, 2024
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    Version 2.7 of Aerotech’s Automation 1 motion control platform introduces extra support for drives and laser scan heads. Allowing laser scan head users to achieve higher...
    Oct. 1, 2024
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    A rich supply of data is constantly coursing through the electronic veins of your legacy automation. Here’s how make use of it by integrating existing systems into your digital...
    Oct. 1, 2024
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    Get up to speed on how factors such as cybersecurity, environmental conditions, and monitoring and diagnostics are impacting manufacturers’ choice of networking devices.
    Sept. 26, 2024
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    With AI advancing fast, humanoid robots could break new ground for manufacturing. But it will take some time, the outcome is unclear and preparation will be key.
    Sept. 17, 2024
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    By focusing on targeted applications such as OEE, downtime tracking, batch recipe management, LIMS data integration and bi-directional workflows, manufacturers can quickly achieve...
    Aug. 19, 2024
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    A marine diesel engine manufacturer integrates artificial intelligence into its operations and, within 90 days, the application detected 20 real-time events, prevented more than...
    Aug. 15, 2024
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    Automated smart water management tools can help semiconductor fabricators address sustainability goals and still turn a profit.
    July 25, 2024
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    Snowflake’s Tim Long explains how Snowflake fits among the cloud computing providers and how its SaaS model enables manufacturers to access massive compute power on demand.
    July 11, 2024
    Ethernet APL switches (like the one shown above from Phoenix Contact) installed in the field are intended for use in potentially explosive areas (zones 1 and 2 or division 2), so that all increased demands regarding explosion protection can be met with the degrees of protection of increased safety or intrinsic safety.
    Engineers planning upgrades to existing facilities are faced with two choices: Replace their existing technology with the same systems that worked for the past 30+ years or deploy...
    July 9, 2024