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Siemens: New Sinamics V20 Smart Access Web Server Module
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Siemens: New Sinamics V20 Smart Access Web Server Module

Siemens has recently announced the launch of its Sinamics V20 Smart Access web server module, designed to mount directly onto the drive, transforming a mobile device or laptop into a virtual operator panel for drive control. By providing a wi-fi hot spot, the wireless connection on this module facilitates setup, programming, commissioning, production monitoring and maintenance on a variety of machines and production equipment. A simple, embedded graphical user interface (GUI) enables easy use of the Sinamics V20 in every phase of operation.  No separate app is required, nor is a written operator manual needed, making operation of this new server module and subsequent drive control highly intuitive and easy-to-learn.

Emerson: New DeltaV Automation Platform Empowers Decisive Action from Plant to Enterprise
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Emerson: New DeltaV Automation Platform Empowers Decisive Action from Plant to Enterprise

As part of its Boundless Automation vision for helping organizations deliver more seamless operations, Emerson is evolving its DeltaV brand into the DeltaV Automation Platform. The newly expanded automation platform will include supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, manufacturing execution systems (MES) and operations management software alongside the distributed control (DCS) and safety systems (SIS) and other technologies that have been part of the brand for decades. The evolution builds a more comprehensive automation platform to make it easier for users to deliver smarter, safer, more optimized and more sustainable operations.

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

WAGO: 756 Series M8 and M12 Interconnecting Cables Now Available in Many Cable Lengths
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WAGO: 756 Series M8 and M12 Interconnecting Cables Now Available in Many Cable Lengths

WAGO is expanding its portfolio of sensor and actuator cables for I/O systems. The 756 Series M8 and M12 interconnecting cables are now available in pre-assembled form in many lengths between 0.3 and 20 meters. Custom cable lengths are also available upon request. The M8 and M12 cables are A-coded and available with pole numbers of 3, 4 and 5, so the right cable of the required length is now available for any I/O system for wiring sensors/actuators.

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SCHURTER: SWZ Series Heritage 6-Position Voltage Selector Gets Upgrade

SCHURTER is pleased to announce an enhancement to its well-known voltage selector series SWZ. By upgrading the plating of the terminals from tin to silver, the six-position selector now features elevated mechanical and electrical performance. Known primarily for use as voltage selectors, the SWZ series is ideal for use in applications with other types of circuit switching to attain varying modes of operation. The desired function of each position is determined by wiring options in series-parallel, enabling multi-faceted adaptation of the selectors for widespread application.

How the New AX Ex Industrial Enclosure Can Help Enhance Safe Manufacturing Practices
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How the New AX Ex Industrial Enclosure Can Help Enhance Safe Manufacturing Practices

As modern manufacturing becomes more variable and automation footprints become larger and more complex, the risk of industrial accidents increases, especially in the form of fires and explosions. While there are certainly precautions and processes manufacturers can implement to combat this risk and ensure safe manufacturing processes, today’s manufacturers need industrial enclosure solutions that are approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.

RS: New Siemens SIMATIC IPC MD-34A Industry 4.0 Tablet
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RS: New Siemens SIMATIC IPC MD-34A Industry 4.0 Tablet

RS is the exclusive online source for the new Siemens SIMATIC IPC MD-34A next-generation industrial tablet. This new Industry 4.0 tablet is equipped with a powerful Intel Core i5 processor and all of the necessary interfaces and add-on modules that organizations in manufacturing, field services, transportation and logistics, retail and hospitality, utilities, public safety, precision agriculture, and land management industries need to collect, visualize, process, and act upon real-time device, equipment, and facility data.

Rockwell Automation: New FactoryTalk Analytics GuardianAI Software Predicts Equipment Failures, Prevents Unplanned Downtime
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Rockwell Automation: New FactoryTalk Analytics GuardianAI Software Predicts Equipment Failures, Prevents Unplanned Downtime

FactoryTalk Analytics GuardianAI software offers maintenance engineers the insight to understand the current condition of assets on the plant floor. They receive early notice as soon as an asset begins deviating from normal. Armed with this knowledge, they can plan their maintenance activities based on which asset has the highest risk of failure and let other assets continue to run, without stopping production unnecessarily to perform service.

ARBOR: AEC-6000 Series Powering the Future of Edge AI
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ARBOR: AEC-6000 Series Powering the Future of Edge AI

Introducing ARBOR’s AEC-6000 Series fan-less Box PC featuring the new NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin and an Arm Cortex-A78AE CPU that delivers up to 200 TOPS of AI performance and an advanced NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU with 64 Tensor Cores. This innovative product delivers groundbreaking results by pushing the boundaries of technology. The AEC-6000 Series combines the advanced sophistication of the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin with an incredibly robust chassis. This provides embedded solutions that were not possible before.

Altech: CP Series Terminal Blocks With Push-In Connection Technology
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Altech: CP Series Terminal Blocks With Push-In Connection Technology

Altech Corporation introduces the CP Series of DIN Rail terminal blocks. It features push-in technology for tool-less wiring of solid wires and flexible wires with ferrules. The CP Series features the industry’s thinnest terminal block of a mere 3.5 mm wide. By increasing wiring density over wider blocks, applications that are space-constrained become more viable. Other key capabilities of the CP Series include stainless steel push-in springs, no special tool needed for pushbutton release of wires.

Altech: Cx Family Wide Range of Sensor and Actuator Connectors & Cables
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Altech: Cx Family Wide Range of Sensor and Actuator Connectors & Cables

Altech Corporation introduces the Cx Family of sensor and actuator connectors and cables. The Cx Family includes Altech’s CB Series of molded sensor and actuator cables, CN Series field-wired connectors and CP Series panel feed-through connectors. Overall the Cx Family includes M8, M12 connectors, cable assemblies and cordsets as well as bulkhead connectors, 3-, 4-, 5-, 8- and 12-pole versions, male and female Connectors, custom cable lengths, PVC cables or PUR and TPE cables.

Siemens: NEMA 1 and UL Type 1 Wall-Mounting Kits for G-Series Drive Platform
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Siemens: NEMA 1 and UL Type 1 Wall-Mounting Kits for G-Series Drive Platform

Siemens has recently announced the availability of wall-mounting kits for its Sinamics G120C and G120 PM240-2 modular drives.  These low-cost kits allow easy, fast installation of the drives and conform to NEMA 1 and UL Type 1 standards for interior applications.  These wall-mount kits are designed in accordance with UL 61800-5-1 standards for AC drives.

Phoenix Contact: PTFIX 6 Distribution Block
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Phoenix Contact: PTFIX 6 Distribution Block

Phoenix Contact introduces the PTFIX 6 Distribution Block from the PTFIX family of ready-to-connect distribution and collection blocks with 4, 6, 12, and 18 terminal points as well as single blocks with two terminal points, available in 11 colors for safe and intuitive installation. The PTFIX blocks are available in nominal cross-sections of 1.5 mm², 2.5 mm², 4 mm², and 10 mm², and the low insertion forces of the Push-in connection technology allows the easy and direct insertion of rigid and flexible conductors with ferrules starting from 0.25 mm².

Belden: BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch
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Belden: BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch

The Lumberg Automation BEETLE Lite Managed Switch supports the transition to future-ready networks built using Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), supporting seamless sensor-to-cloud connectivity. As industrial environments grow in complexity, enterprises have opportunities to connect more field devices and gather more data. However, they need to consider space and weight constraints and simplify network infrastructure where possible. SPE supports this goal by allowing connectivity via a single pair of wires rather than the two or four pairs required by standard Ethernet.

Rockwell Automation: Finite Scheduler Provides a Smarter Way to Manage Manufacturing Production Schedules
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Rockwell Automation: Finite Scheduler Provides a Smarter Way to Manage Manufacturing Production Schedules

Rockwell Automation introduces Finite Scheduler, an update to its software portfolio to help customers modernize their production scheduling with reliable and responsive finite capacity capabilities. Utilizing data from the manufacturing process, Finite Scheduler was built to improve scheduling accuracy, increase throughput and drive on-time delivery.

Schneider Electric: SpaceLogic AS-B Automation Server
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Schneider Electric: SpaceLogic AS-B Automation Server

SpaceLogic AS-B Automation Server (formerly known as SmartX AS-B Server) is at the core of an EcoStruxure BMS. It is a powerful device with built-in power supply and flexible on-board I/O that can act as a stand-alone server and also monitor and manage field bus devices. With a smaller form factor and all-in-one design, the SpaceLogic AS-B server provides a cost effective control solution that minimizes your total installation costs.