Automotive

Murrelektronik: Vario-X – The Decentralized Solution for the Automation World of the Future
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Murrelektronik: Vario-X – The Decentralized Solution for the Automation World of the Future

Murrelektronik has long since heard the automation sector’s call for efficient, intelligent and simple installation concepts. Vario-X is its answer. This modular platform brings sensor and actuator systems into the immediate machine environment on a decentralized basis and offers a flexible, scalable solution for all applications. When combined with a digital twin, Vario-X takes digitalization to a whole new level. The end result is considerable time and cost savings in installation, planning, operation and servicing.

Weidmuller USA Announces the Launch of u-OS: A Revolutionary Operating System for Industrial IoT and Automation
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Weidmuller USA Announces the Launch of u-OS: A Revolutionary Operating System for Industrial IoT and Automation

Weidmuller USA has recently introduced a new open operating system – u-OS – that is uniquely engineered for Industrial IoT and Automation applications. The innovative u-OS system debuted at the 2023 PACK EXPO in Las Vegas and has launched nationwide. An added feature is that the CODESYS APP, a leading IEC61131-3 programming tool used in machine building and system integration, is fully integrated into the u-OS platform.

LÜTZE: AirTEMP 2.0 – Online Tool for Temperature Examination and Sustainable Climate Management in the Control Cabinet
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LÜTZE: AirTEMP 2.0 – Online Tool for Temperature Examination and Sustainable Climate Management in the Control Cabinet

With AirTEMP 2.0, practical heat forecasts can be generated for control cabinets equipped with LÜTZE AirSTREAM wiring systems. Thanks to this online tool, the most effective measures for demand-based cooling can be swiftly and easily identified. Using the entirely new AirTEMP, users can calculate temperatures and temperature stratification within a control cabinet, thereby accurately assessing the thermal impact of parameter changes in control cabinet construction and configuration.

RS Adds 3 New Quality-Centric Component Suppliers
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RS Adds 3 New Quality-Centric Component Suppliers

RS, a trading brand of RS Group plc is adding three new quality-centric component suppliers to its line card of more than 700 trusted suppliers. Adam Tech offers a wide range of electromechanical components, cable assemblies, and custom component solutions designed, engineered, and manufactured to deliver the highest quality at the best possible price. Switch Components,…

Littelfuse: Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Thermistors 
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Littelfuse: Negative Temperature Coefficient (NTC) Thermistors 

September 7, 2023 Littelfuse has developed a negative temperature coefficient (NTC) thermistor series to detect and measure heat or thermal energy and convert it into an electrical signal to monitor applications. The new, in-stock supply, with an easy-to-use temperature sensor part selector, offers fast delivery to meet customer needs. These thermistors are used in a variety of applications…

Emerson: G3 IO-Link Master Reduces Hardware Costs, Future-Proofs Pneumatic Valve Systems with IIoT Integration
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Emerson: G3 IO-Link Master Reduces Hardware Costs, Future-Proofs Pneumatic Valve Systems with IIoT Integration

Emerson has recently introduced a new Class A, IO-Link master that provides customers with a cost-effective solution for smart and analog sensor connectivity on the AVENTICS™ Series G3 Fieldbus platform. The G3 IO-Link Master is suitable for machine architectures with many sensors and pneumatic valves, and where it’s important to have reliable digital data communication between field devices, such as sensors and the machine controller. Application areas include automotive, tire manufacturing, food and beverage, packaging and metalworking.

OKW Enclosures: New MINI-DATA-BOX Flanged IIoT/Sensor Enclosure Color Choices
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OKW Enclosures: New MINI-DATA-BOX Flanged IIoT/Sensor Enclosure Color Choices

OKW’s flanged MINI-DATA-BOX plastic enclosures are now available in a new two-color option as standard: the base is traffic gray A (RAL 7042); the top is traffic white (RAL 9016). MINI-DATA-BOX is a small, ‘go-anywhere’ housing that is ideal for a wide range of miniaturized electronics. Applications include IoT/IIoT, automation, security, environmental technology, measurement and control, smart logistics, peripherals, interfaces and ICT.

WAGO: Compact Controller 100
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WAGO: Compact Controller 100

Taking a PLC and connecting it with WAGO’s 750 Series I/O couplers, provides the flexibility and high-performance needed for applications large and small. Carefully engineered for machine builders, plant floor tasks and other digitalization projects, our Compact Controller 100 is easy to use and maintenance free. With Wago’s Compact Controller 100, you get the benefit of both a compact controller, digital as well as analog inputs and outputs all-in-one! With CODESYS version 3 software, this system combines advanced programming with capabilities of professional software development for modern control applications.

Pepperl+Fuchs: ICE11 IO-Link Master with Multiprotocol Functionality
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Pepperl+Fuchs: ICE11 IO-Link Master with Multiprotocol Functionality

IO-Link masters enable efficient and reliable communication between management and sensor/actuator levels. They transmit sensor data to higher-level information systems and can also receive data from there. The new ICE11 IO-Link master for PLC-based applications is multiprotocol-capable and now supports not only PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, and MODBUS TCP but also EtherCAT and CC-Link IE Field Basic. It can be used worldwide in various application areas such as robotics, intralogistics, and motion control applications.

ebm-papst: AxiForce Tubeaxial Fan Series
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ebm-papst: AxiForce Tubeaxial Fan Series

More powerful and quiet than ever before, ebm-papst’s AxiForce tubeaxial fan series supports technologies that are essential for a modern, networked future. The brain of most modern day systems like production lines and mobile network infrastructure is typically housed inside an industrial control cabinet. These enclosures safeguard internal components from outside influences like temperature fluctuations, contaminants, and possible tampering while also protecting the public from coming into direct contact with any of the sensitive electronic equipment.

Beckhoff: EL2068 EtherCAT Terminal, 8-Channel Digital Output, with Channel Diagnostics
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Beckhoff: EL2068 EtherCAT Terminal, 8-Channel Digital Output, with Channel Diagnostics

The EL2068 digital output terminal connects the binary control signals of the automation device to the actuators at process level with electrical isolation. This EtherCAT Terminal contains eight channels, which display their signal status by means of LEDs. The integrated diagnostics can be evaluated in the controller and are indicated by the LEDs. A diagnostic bit is set for the affected channel if there is an overload. The diagnostics serve to simplify the maintenance of the application.

IDEC: New RC Series PCB Relays – Industrial-Grade Power Handling in a Low-Profile Form Factor
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IDEC: New RC Series PCB Relays – Industrial-Grade Power Handling in a Low-Profile Form Factor

IDEC Corporation has recently announced the release of their new RC Series printed circuit board (PCB) relays, with features supporting a wide range of industrial-grade applications. These relays come in several low-profile configurations, provide high-capacity power switching, and perform reliably even in challenging environments. The RC Series replaces and upgrades the proven RJxV Series PCB mount relays.

Rockwell Automation: ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drive
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Rockwell Automation: ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drive

Recently, Rockwell Automation, Inc. was pleased to launch ArmorKinetix Distributed Servo Drives. This new distributed servo drive is an extension of the Kinetix 5700 platform and provides customers with a scalable drive solution that helps them deliver leaner, greener, and more powerful machine designs. Manufacturers are increasingly seeking scalable solutions that simplify their machine control architectures, minimize the number of components, reduce manufacturing time, and optimize productivity.

Pilz: PNOZ m C0 Standalone Base Unit – Smallest Safety Controller PNOZmulti 2
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Pilz: PNOZ m C0 Standalone Base Unit – Smallest Safety Controller PNOZmulti 2

The standalone base unit is extremely compact at just 22.5 mm width. With eight freely configurable safe inputs and four safe semiconductor outputs, it monitors up to four safety functions on machines. Depending on the application, it can be used to implement safety requirements up to PL e of EN ISO 13849-1 and SIL CL 3 of EN IEC 62061. PNOZ m C0 is safe, high-performance and highly economical for small machines in a range of industries and application areas, such as packaging, on robot cells or in the food and beverage sector.

Beckhoff: Expanded MX-System Portfolio for Control Cabinet-Free Automation
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Beckhoff: Expanded MX-System Portfolio for Control Cabinet-Free Automation

If control cabinet-free machines are the question, then the Beckhoff MX-System is the answer. The integration of functional modules onto a backplane system creates a waterproof and dustproof composite of metal enclosures suitable for automating a wide variety of manufacturing/production solutions. These systems often include 48 V motion components, for which the MX-System portfolio now offers four variants of a 48 V / 40 A power supply.