Automotive

Pilz: HMI Software PASvisu for Web-based Visualisation
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Pilz: HMI Software PASvisu for Web-based Visualisation

With PASvisu you benefit from simple, optimum configuration and visualisation of your automation projects. Create a convenient, comprehensive overview of your plant locally and via remote access! PASvisu displays your automation projects in a way that’s visually attractive thanks to the most diverse range of style sheets. PASvisu also enables you to visualise data from several sources in one project.

 

 

 

No Need to Sacrifice Speed for Safety – Validate Human-Robot Applications With the Collision Measurement Set PRMS
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No Need to Sacrifice Speed for Safety – Validate Human-Robot Applications With the Collision Measurement Set PRMS

Robots have been a core element in businesses for a long time now. They are used to support humans undertaking strenuous or monotonous tasks in factories. It’s precisely this support that often leads to close cooperation between human and robot. To establish and maintain safety for human and robot, the EU research project Rossini is working to disseminate and optimise human-robot collaborations (HRC).

 

 

 

AcuAmp Current/Voltage Transducers and Switches Line Extension from AutomationDirect
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AcuAmp Current/Voltage Transducers and Switches Line Extension from AutomationDirect

More transducers and switches have been added to the AutomationDirect sensors lineup. ATCH series adaptive true RMS current transducers ($169.00) are designed to monitor electric heat zero-crossing burst fired SCR controllers. These transducers provide faster response than temperature sensors and are a simplified method to monitor pulsed waveforms and are ideal for electrical heater applications.

 

 

 

Schneider Electric Digitizes Load Management and Launches Tesys Island as a Leap Forward for OEMs in Their Industry 4.0 Journey
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Schneider Electric Digitizes Load Management and Launches Tesys Island as a Leap Forward for OEMs in Their Industry 4.0 Journey

To make machines smarter and help reduce machine stoppages and downtime for unprecedented productivity, Schneider ElectricTM, the global leader in energy management and automation, today launches TeSys island, a digital load management system. The new connected system digitally integrates multifunction motor starters into machine control panels, allowing fast installation and configuration for the direct control and management of low voltage loads thanks to an end-to-end digital customer experience.

 

 

 

Why the V275 Series is the Ideal Label Inspection Solution for Manufacturers Using Zebra Thermal Printers
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Why the V275 Series is the Ideal Label Inspection Solution for Manufacturers Using Zebra Thermal Printers

In industries like life sciences, food and beverage, automotive and consumer packaged goods, it’s imperative for companies to ensure that product and packaging labels show the correct content, are clearly legible, and meet mandated quality requirements. Otherwise, these companies could be liable for consumer safety issues and could be subject to costly recalls.

 

 

 

Operating Mode Selection and Access Permission System PITmode
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Operating Mode Selection and Access Permission System PITmode

The operating mode selection and access permission system PITmode combines safety and security functions in one system. The devices enable functionally safe operating mode selection and the control of access permissions on plant and machinery. PITmode devices can be used on plant and machinery in which you must switch between a range of control sequences and operating modes. Each employee can be issued machine enables and permissions that correspond to his or her skills using coded transponder keys with RFID technology.

 

 

 

Leadership Through Innovation: Get Ready for New Automation Technology
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Leadership Through Innovation: Get Ready for New Automation Technology

This year the SPS Smart Production Solutions exhibition will be held virtually as SPS Connect. As a specialist for integrated automation concepts, Beckhoff would like to enter into an intensive exchange on this digital platform with you, the customers, business partners and interested parties from a wide range of industries, from November 24 to 26, 2020.

 

 

 

Converter Cables Create Possibilities for Mobile Equipment Makers
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Converter Cables Create Possibilities for Mobile Equipment Makers

Balluff’s new double-ended converter cables with automotive style connectors create new options for manufacturers in the heavy equipment industry. By pairing an M12 to Deutsch DT or AMP Superseal connectors with several common pin outs, the converter cables give manufacturers the option of using sensors without pre-installed automotive style connectors. They can, instead, select the standard sensor that best meets their application requirements to use with a converter cable.

 

 

 

Bosch Rexroth Sets New Standards for Safe Automation with ctrlX SAFETY
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Bosch Rexroth Sets New Standards for Safe Automation with ctrlX SAFETY

With ctrlX SAFETY, Bosch Rexroth introduces a novelty to the automation market: the most responsive and compact safety solution of its kind. The scalable system can be used as required – from the drive-integrated SafeMotion solution in ctrlX DRIVE to the complete ctrlX SAFETY control. In addition to the flexible use, the advantages include a very high level of safety thanks to the fastest reaction times and efficient engineering through graphical programming of the safety PLC.

 

 

 

Weidmuller: Multifunctional Timing Relays
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Weidmuller: Multifunctional Timing Relays

Timing relays are used in automation technology in order to compensate for errors caused by high clock rates. Short pulses are extended and are reliably identified by downstream control components. Various timing functions such as switch on and off delays, clock generator, and star/delta switch are available to users.

 

 

 

Phoenix Contact: Flexible and Efficient Power Supplies
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Phoenix Contact: Flexible and Efficient Power Supplies

Phoenix Contact has increased the efficiency and power density of its popular STEP POWER power supplies. The third generation of STEP POWER keeps the same footprints as the previous version, measuring just 55 millimeters deep and with widths starting at just 18 millimeters. The STEP 3 power supplies were designed primarily for the building automation industry and have EN 60355-1 certification.

 

 

 

A Perfect Match – ABB Jokab Sensors and B&R Safety Technology
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A Perfect Match – ABB Jokab Sensors and B&R Safety Technology

ABB Jokab’s proven range of innovative safety sensors can now be used directly with B&R’s integrated safety technology. The ABB portfolio includes a complete set of gate closures, light curtains and safety mats. The broad selection will make it easier than ever to implement safety concepts. Safety products from ABB Jokab are simply wired to B&R’s safe I/O modules. Both B&R safety technology and the ABB safety portfolio satisfy the requirements of ISO 13849-1 up to PL e / Cat. 4.

 

 

 

Beckhoff: Webinar – Cloud Services as a Competitive Factor
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Beckhoff: Webinar – Cloud Services as a Competitive Factor

Networked automation with cloud computing: The efficient use of cloud services is increasingly developing into a decisive competitive factor in the industrial environment. The EK9160 IoT Bus Coupler establishes a direct connection between EtherCAT I/Os from Beckhoff and the Internet of Things (IoT) without any special control program. The coupler thus offers the simple and standardized integration of I/O data into cloud-based communication and data services.

 

 

 

Ewon Flexy – Give Life to All Your IIoT Projects
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Ewon Flexy – Give Life to All Your IIoT Projects

Unlock the data of your machines to enable remote monitoring, predictive maintenance and other value-added services. Gather data from PLCs, sensors and other devices thanks to the support of a wide range of industrial protocols, including OPC UA. In a few clicks, enable alarm notifications or performance monitoring through cloud KPIs dashboards. You might not have a data application today. But when the time comes, be confident in the fact that you can connect to a local or cloud data solution and make your machine smarter.