General Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation Expands Kinetix 5100 Servo Drive and TLP Motor Pairing to 480V
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Rockwell Automation Expands Kinetix 5100 Servo Drive and TLP Motor Pairing to 480V

The Rockwell Automation Kinetix 5100 servo drive and Kinetix TLP servo motor standalone motion solution is now available in 480V for use in a wider range of OEM applications for packaging, converting, print and web, machine and assembly, and life sciences. The Kinetix 5100 servo system meets growing consumer demand for more product variety by providing a market-competitive motion-control offering for flexible, standalone machines.

 

 

 

Phoenix Contact PTFIX Series — CLIPLINE Complete Modular Terminal Block System: PT Push-in Family with Push-in Connection | Ready-to-Connect Distribution Blocks
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Phoenix Contact PTFIX Series — CLIPLINE Complete Modular Terminal Block System: PT Push-in Family with Push-in Connection | Ready-to-Connect Distribution Blocks

PTFIX distribution blocks with Push-in connection technology come ready to connect with different numbers of positions, mounting options, and colors. The new PTFIX distribution blocks are now available with a 4 mm2 Push-in connection and with various terminal points and mounting types. They are connection-ready and can be configured individually. The 2.5 mm2 terminal block range has been expanded by adding versions with just two terminal points.

 

 

 

Hammond Manufacturing: 1551V Series Snap-Fit Enclosures
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Hammond Manufacturing: 1551V Series Snap-Fit Enclosures

The 1551V miniature ventilated sensor enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing are designed to house sensors and small sub-systems installed in the manufacturing environment as part of IoT systems. While there is no relevant international standard, the 1551V enclosures are designed around the PCB sizes selected by leading sensor manufacturers for their latest generations of their products.

 

 

 

Datalogic Launches the New Skorpio X5, the Most Advanced Key-Based Mobile Computer
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Datalogic Launches the New Skorpio X5, the Most Advanced Key-Based Mobile Computer

Recently, Datalogic was pleased to announce the Skorpio X5, a new ultra-fast, high-performing key-based mobile computer featuring the largest multi-touch display in the Portable Data Terminal (PDT) market. Maintaining rapid, accurate and seamless data capture to provide real-time visibility is essential in applications like warehousing, fulfillment, inventory, store operations, shipping & receiving.

 

 

 

B&K Precision Introduces New Generation of Triple Output DC Power Supplies
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B&K Precision Introduces New Generation of Triple Output DC Power Supplies

B&K Precision recently announced the 9140 Series Triple Output Multi-Range DC Power Supplies. With three isolated and individually controllable outputs, the 9140 (32 V, 8 A) and 9141 (60 V, 4 A) provide up to 300 W of clean power with low ripple and noise or 100 W per channel in a compact 2U half-rack form factor. The front panel features a 4.3-inch LCD and unique output terminals that support sheathed banana plugs or spade lug type connectors.

 

 

 

Introducing the World’s First CIP Safety Over Ethernet/IP Safety Light Curtain
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Introducing the World’s First CIP Safety Over Ethernet/IP Safety Light Curtain

Industrial companies can help protect personnel and equipment with new presence-sensing safety light curtains from Rockwell Automation. The Allen-Bradley 450L GuardShield safety light curtains are designed to improve productivity and increase efficiency while helping provide personnel safety. This light curtain is the first product of its kind to provide CIP Safety over EtherNet/IP.

 

 

 

New ABR Models Feature Higher Resolution, Polarization for Improved Performance
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New ABR Models Feature Higher Resolution, Polarization for Improved Performance

ABR Series barcode readers can now be used to solve even more track and trace applications. New to the series are 2 MP ABR 7000 models offering increased resolution to read smaller codes, over a larger target area, and at greater distances. Polarization is now available in both 1.3 MP and 2 MP ABR 7000 models for improved performance on targets with reflective surfaces or where glare is present.

 

 

 

Bourns Announces New Hybrid Position Sensor
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Bourns Announces New Hybrid Position Sensor

In line with our commitment to provide products with innovative design, superior quality and exceptional value, Bourns Sensors and Controls Product Line announces the release of the Model HES38U-RS485 Hybrid Position Sensor. Bourns Model HES38U-RS485 is designed to meet the specifications of heavy-duty applications requiring long cycle life and high reliability.

 

 

 

Excelitas Technologies Enhances MachVis Imaging Lens Software
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Excelitas Technologies Enhances MachVis Imaging Lens Software

Excelitas Technologies Corp. has recently released the latest version of its popular Qioptiq imaging lens selection software – MachVis 5.2 Lens Configurator. Designed to simplify the tasks of vision system designers and engineers, MachVis 5.2 features an intuitive user interface for fast, comprehensive information on product data, new lens series and accessories (including access to 3D files), and improved lens selection algorithms for all of the Excelitas LINOS Machine Vision Lenses, Optem FUSION Micro-Imaging and Qioptiq mag.x Microscopy Systems.

 

 

 

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nVent Introduces New Universal Free-Stand Enclosure Portfolio

nVent Electric plc has recently introduced its Universal Free-Stand enclosure portfolio. Specially designed to reduce overall project lead time while providing safety and reliability during end-use applications, the new portfolio enables panel shop builders and systems integrators to do more business faster. Designed for flexibility, the Universal Free-Stand portfolio enables panel builders and integrators to start with simplified base enclosures and customize with accessories and modifications as needed.

 

 

 

Makita Announces World’s First Angle Grinders With Non-Removable Guard
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Makita Announces World’s First Angle Grinders With Non-Removable Guard

Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools and accessories, was recently proud to announce the world’s first compact industrial 4-1/2” / 5” angle grinders with non-removable guards (models GA4553R and GA5053R). Compact grinders are widely used in commercial construction applications, and these grinders are an alternative to standard grinders.

 

 

 

Klein Tools Introduces Adapter to Increase Versatility of Impact Wrench
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Klein Tools Introduces Adapter to Increase Versatility of Impact Wrench

Klein Tools recently introduced a new 7/16’’ quick connect adapter, engineered to add versatility to the 90-Degree Impact Wrench. “The goal in designing this adapter was to give our impact wrench added versatility,” says Kozeta Topchian, associate director of product management at Klein Tools.

 

 

 

Bourns Introduces New Non-Contacting Feedback Rotary Sensor with SSI Output
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Bourns Introduces New Non-Contacting Feedback Rotary Sensor with SSI Output

In line with their commitment to provide products with innovative design, superior quality and exceptional value, Bourns Sensors and Controls announces the release of the Model DMS22B Non-Contacting Feedback Rotary Sensor with SSI Output. The Model DMS22B is designed to meet the specifications of heavy-duty applications requiring long cycle life and high reliability.

 

 

 

HELUKABEL: JZ-500 Orange
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HELUKABEL: JZ-500 Orange

These cables are used for flexible use for medium mechanical stresses with free movement without tensile stress or forced movements in dry, moist and wet rooms but not suitable for open air, as control cable acc. to EN 60204-1 and VDE 0113-1. As per recommendation of the specified standards the insulated conductors of control current circuits should be coloured orange, when they are used for interlocking purposes.

 

 

 

New Prosense Basic Series Proximity Sensors From AutomationDirect
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New Prosense Basic Series Proximity Sensors From AutomationDirect

The new Prosense Basic series of proximity sensors offer great value for general industrial applications. These round inductive proximity sensors made from nickel-plated brass are offered in barrel sizes from 8mm to 30mm. Flush and non-flush mount styles are available in sensing distances up to 15mm and offer an LCP (liquid crystal polymer) active face.

 

 

 

Belden: MSP40 Full Gigabit Layer 3 Switch
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Belden: MSP40 Full Gigabit Layer 3 Switch

The MSP40 switch offers a unique combination of features – all designed to help network engineers and system integrators keep pace with growing bandwidth requirements in large-scale industrial networks. As more data is transferred to the network layer (Layer 3), the MSP40 switch can easily adapt to these high data levels by enabling each port to support Gigabit speeds.