General Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation: Micro800 Controllers and Automation Software Enhancements Streamline Machine Design, Development and Deployment
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Rockwell Automation: Micro800 Controllers and Automation Software Enhancements Streamline Machine Design, Development and Deployment

Manufacturers can commission standalone machines more efficiently with Allen‑Bradley Micro820 controller firmware revision 14, and Micro850 2080-L50E and Micro870 2080-L70E controller firmware revision 22. The latest Connected Components Workbench software version 22 is the required minimum to support the expanded controller capabilities and improvements.

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WAGO: 751-9401 Compact Controller 100

The controller 751-9401 (Compact Controller 100) is an automation device that can perform the control tasks of a PLC. It is suitable for mounting on a DIN rail and stands out on account of its various interfaces. Among other things, the controller has integrated digital and analog inputs and outputs and a serial onboard interface in accordance with EIA-485/RS-485. This controller can be used for applications in mechanical and systems engineering, in the processing industry, in building and energy technology.

Weidmuller USA: New RailAssembler and RailLaser Solutions Bring Automated Cabinet Building Closer to Customers
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Weidmuller USA: New RailAssembler and RailLaser Solutions Bring Automated Cabinet Building Closer to Customers

Weidmuller USA has recently announced the full operation of its Automated RailAssembler and RailLaser machines for a faster, more efficient way to assemble and mark terminal rails. “We’re proud to offer our customers in North America the next level for automated terminal rail assembly and marking. It’s a game-changer for panel builders in every industry sector,” said Carlus Hicks, Director Cabinet Products Division with Weidmuller USA.

5 Things to Know About the VX SE Floormount Enclosure System
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5 Things to Know About the VX SE Floormount Enclosure System

As the landscape of modern manufacturing continues to change and evolve, today’s manufacturers need increased industrial enclosure versatility, particularly when it comes to floormount enclosures. Recent trends, like retrofitting for warehouse automation and the need to reduce your automation footprint, are pushing manufacturers to source enclosures that offer high levels of protection and durability without sacrificing flexibility or ease of integration. The new Rittal VX SE Floormount enclosure system fits the bill.

Balluff: CIP Safety Block Offers IP67 Protection to Connect Safety PLC and Safety Nodes
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Balluff: CIP Safety Block Offers IP67 Protection to Connect Safety PLC and Safety Nodes

Balluff’s new CIP Safety I/O module safely connects sensors and actuators to industrial controllers, even in harsh environments. Its IP67 protection rating means it can be mounted directly on the machine, like Balluff’s IO-Link and standard I/O modules, to easily connect safety devices without spending the time and effort on traditional wiring terminations.

Schneider Electric: Modicon M241 Micro PLC
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Schneider Electric: Modicon M241 Micro PLC

The Modicon M241 is a Micro PLC designed to handle more advanced machine automation with a mixture of hardwired I/O and automation bus/communications with devices such as drives, motion, remote I/O and HMIs. The M241 has generous offer of Serial, Ethernet and CANopen communication ports in addition to USB and SD provisions. It’s available with either 24 or 40 I/O points and is expandable with TM3 I/O modules to handle up to a few hundred I/O points.

Pepperl+Fuchs: M-LB-4000 – Powerful Modular Surge Protection with Fault Detection
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Pepperl+Fuchs: M-LB-4000 – Powerful Modular Surge Protection with Fault Detection

Pepperl+Fuchs adds the powerful M-LB-4000 to its portfolio of surge protection systems. The two-part system is based on a modular design consisting of a base module and a protection module. The latter contains the entire protection function. Thanks to this modularity of the M-LB-4000, installation and maintenance are simple and convenient. The base modules are mounted onto a standard 35 mm DIN-rail, while the protection modules can be plugged effortlessly into the base modules.

MENNEKES: Multi-Gang SLPX Disconnects With Clean Design
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MENNEKES: Multi-Gang SLPX Disconnects With Clean Design

MENNEKES recently expanded our sloped-top motor disconnect offering, allowing you to prioritize sanitation in your plant environment while easily meeting requirements for multiple disconnects. Available in three multi-gang enclosure sizes, the new stainless steel SLPX Series features a unique clean design for critical washdown and processing areas. Like other MENNEKES sloped-top disconnects, these units are UL Listed, rated NEMA 4X and include a 15-degree sloped roof to facilitate liquid runoff. They are also ideally suited for multiple disconnect requirements, saving you cost and time with one box installation versus having many individual units.

Pepperl+Fuchs: New Push Button Box with IO-Link
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Pepperl+Fuchs: New Push Button Box with IO-Link

Simply connected, individually configured, reliably controlled—the new push button box can be connected easily and error-free to IO-Link networks via an M12 connector. No complex wiring is required. In addition to data storage during configuration, IO-Link enables the transmission of diagnostic data for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance. The communication standard therefore ensures increased plant availability.

RS: Red Lion PM-50 Panel Meters
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RS: Red Lion PM-50 Panel Meters

RS now offers Red Lion’s advanced PM-50 graphical panel meters, which transform standard industrial facilities into smart ones the moment they’re plugged in, allowing users to capitalize on Industry 4.0. While panel meters have always been a crucial component of a facility’s data infrastructure, they primarily served as visualization tools that lacked smart capabilities. Red Lion’s PM‑50 panel meters offer comparatively revolutionary capabilities, adding more value and utility than ever by enabling more efficient processes and improving uptime while lowering operational costs.

Beckhoff Wins the Industrie 4.0 Innovation Award for the MX-System
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Beckhoff Wins the Industrie 4.0 Innovation Award for the MX-System

In the MX-System, Beckhoff offers a flexible, space-optimized, intelligent system solution that completely eliminates conventional control cabinets and can thus revolutionize the world of automation. This innovation has now been recognized with the Industrie 4.0 Innovation Award. In the MX-System, Beckhoff has bundled over four decades of automation expertise into a modular system that performs all of the tasks and exhibits the properties of a classic control cabinet.

Carlo Gavazzi: LD30..PBR….IO – Smart IO-Link Photoelectric Laser Sensors for Challenging Applications
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Carlo Gavazzi: LD30..PBR….IO – Smart IO-Link Photoelectric Laser Sensors for Challenging Applications

Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the new series of LD30..PBR…IO Photoelectric Laser Sensors with IO-Link.  This new sensor series offers the most functionality in a single photoelectric sensor on the market.  Endless unique configurations, preventative maintenance capabilities, and application functions provide customers with unparalleled flexibility for challenging applications.

Stewart Connector Updates M12 Line for Greater Versatility in Industrial Applications
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Stewart Connector Updates M12 Line for Greater Versatility in Industrial Applications

Stewart Connector, a Bel group company, has recently announced the expansion of its M12 cable and connector product line for industrial applications and harsh environments. All of the cables and connectors in the M12 product line are designed for use in rugged spaces and are IP67 rated or above for water resistance and dust protection. Supporting Ethernet data transfer in aerospace, industrial automation, manufacturing, and robotics, the expansion of the M12 product line can help customers who need readily available parts in a variety length and mount features in order to quickly scale total solution deployments.

binder: M12 Power Series 824 and 823 Connectors for Voltage and Power Transmission
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binder: M12 Power Series 824 and 823 Connectors for Voltage and Power Transmission

binder now offers K- and L-coded panel mount parts within its 824/823 product series, which are intended for power applications in the North American market in compliance with the UL 2237 standard. These include 5-pin male and female panel mount parts featuring screw locking that meet the protection degree criteria of IP68. Electrical and plant engineering as well as industrial controls are the main application areas for these M12 components.

Littelfuse: D-Shaped Cylindrical Reed Sensor Delivers Compact, Design Flexibility Solution for IoT Proximity Sensing Applications
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Littelfuse: D-Shaped Cylindrical Reed Sensor Delivers Compact, Design Flexibility Solution for IoT Proximity Sensing Applications

Littelfuse, Inc has recently announced the release of its latest innovative product, the 59001 Reed Sensor. This miniature D-shaped cylindrical reed sensor offers a combination of compact size, high performance, and customization options, making it an ideal choice for various industrial, appliances, and IoT proximity sensing applications.

Omron: SWIR Camera Series Enables Precision Inspection Across the Manufacturing Process Using Short Wave Infrared Technology
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Omron: SWIR Camera Series Enables Precision Inspection Across the Manufacturing Process Using Short Wave Infrared Technology

Omron Automation introduces the new SWIR camera series that uses unique Short Wave Infrared technology to help overcome common manufacturing challenges. By utilizing this latest technology, it delivers unmatched performance in capturing images and data exceeding the capabilities of traditional cameras. The sensitivity to wavelengths beyond what the human eye can see opens doors to many applications across industries.