General Manufacturing

Rockwell Automation: Enhanced Industrial Data Centers Meet the Evolving Needs of OT Environments
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Rockwell Automation: Enhanced Industrial Data Centers Meet the Evolving Needs of OT Environments

The newest generation of Industrial Data Centers (IDC) offers a flexible, scalable compute solution for medium-to-large sized businesses interested in streamlined data collection and storage, with a goal of plant floor virtualization. IDC Gen 4.0 now offers on-cloud backup through Veeam Software, reduced server footprint, improved physical security, and an industrial-rated design geared toward harsh environments.

Hammond Manufacturing: HDME Series NEMA Type 12 Server Cabinet
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Hammond Manufacturing: HDME Series NEMA Type 12 Server Cabinet

The HDME is ideal for housing network access equipment in harsh environments such as a factory floor. The HDME features a sealed cabinet with included gland plates for the installation of filter fans. The UL and CSA tested NEMA ratings provide outstanding protection against dust and air contaminants.

Pilz: PNOZmulti 2 Small Controllers
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Pilz: PNOZmulti 2 Small Controllers

Used all over the world – you too can rely on the 2nd generation of small controllers PNOZmulti for your automation. As a worldwide safety standard for numerous automation environments and communication systems, the small controller PNOZmulti 2 will fit into your system too. High productivity for your plant and machinery, user-friendly diagnostics and simple visualisation – with the small controllers PNOZmulti 2 you are making the right decision – guaranteed.

Siemens: SINAMICS G220 – Innovation in Every Detail for All Industries
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Siemens: SINAMICS G220 – Innovation in Every Detail for All Industries

SINAMICS G220 is designed to meet current and future challenges in virtually every industry. Incorporating improved hardware and software, SINAMICS G220 takes digital drive technology to a new level, making applications more efficient, secure and future-proof. Developed for a broad variety of industries and needs, SINAMICS G220 is able to fulfill specific requirements with flexible hardware and software options.

CUI Devices Adds M12 D-Coded Models to Circular Connectors and Cables Product Lines
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CUI Devices Adds M12 D-Coded Models to Circular Connectors and Cables Product Lines

CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group has recently announced the addition of M12 connector types with D coding to its line of circular connectors and circular cable assemblies. The CDM12 family offers a range of male or female jack or plug versions with 4-pin contact position options. These M12 D-coded connectors and cables also carry IP67 ratings to deal with harsh environments found in industrial and factory automation applications.

AutomationDirect: NITRA CPS9E Series Dovetail Cylinder Position Switches
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AutomationDirect: NITRA CPS9E Series Dovetail Cylinder Position Switches

AutomationDirect has added NITRA CPS9E series cylinder position switches which are compact general-purpose switches designed to detect the position of a pneumatic cylinder’s magnetic piston. This feedback can be used by a control system to determine cylinder position, cycle count, and to confirm operation. These switches are manufactured specifically to fit into extruded or machined 1/4-inch 60-degree dovetail slots. They are superior to reed switches since they utilize solid-state technology with no moving parts for a longer life.

OKW: Sealed SMART-BOX Enclosures For Tough Industrial Electronics
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OKW: Sealed SMART-BOX Enclosures For Tough Industrial Electronics

Growth in Industry 4.0, IoT/IIoT and Smart Factory technology is set to boost demand for OKW’s robust SMART-BOX industrial electronic enclosures. SMART-BOX (IP 66) is also ideal for control and systems engineering, safety technology, gateways and HVAC. These tough wall-mount and tabletop enclosures feature separate channels for the lid screws and mounting screws. This enables them to be installed ‘lid closed’, protecting the seal and electronics in harsh environments.

RS PRO Control Panel Products Improve Automation Efficiency
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RS PRO Control Panel Products Improve Automation Efficiency

RS offers an extensive selection of RS PRO brand control panel products ideally suited for improving automation efficiency and overcoming common challenges in applications extending throughout the industrial market. Companies in the energy, utilities, and process manufacturing industries are under immense pressure to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability and deliver value in the face of market challenges ranging from supply chain disruptions, rising energy costs, and inflation to skilled labor shortages, unplanned downtime, and the persistent need to continually enhance customer and employee experiences to better retain both.

LAPP: ÖLFLEX 150 Flexible Control Cable
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LAPP: ÖLFLEX 150 Flexible Control Cable

Introducing the ÖLFLEX 150 control cable from LAPP, a cable with multiple certifications that enables universal use and reduces the number of parts needed, therefore guaranteeing logistics savings. These cables are made according to harmonized European type H05VV5-F, with the ◁HAR▷ testing mark for proven reliability and quality. ◁HAR▷ cables are widely accepted and can be used in Europe. UL/CSA certification according to technical data enables the product to be used on the North American market. The cables feature a high oil resistance according to DIN EN 50363-4-1 (TM5), as well a a tested resistance to ECOLAB disinfectants and cleaning agents.

Siemens: New Sinamics S210 Servo Drive System Simplifies Motion Control for Machine Builders
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Siemens: New Sinamics S210 Servo Drive System Simplifies Motion Control for Machine Builders

With its Sinamics S210 converter designed specifically for use with the newly developed Simotics S-1FK2 motors, Siemens is offering a new and innovative servo drive system in an initial offering from 50–750 watts. The converters come with integrated safety functions and enable rapid engineering via motion technology objects in Simatic S7-1500 controllers. They are connected to higher-level controllers via Profinet and are quickly and easily programmed by automatic motor parameterization and one-button tuning. Typical uses for this new drive system include packaging machines, handling applications such as pick-and-place, wood and plastics processing, as well as life sciences and digital printing.

Contec: BX-M4600 Series of Fanless High-Performance Embedded PCs with 12th/13th-Generation Intel Core Processors
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Contec: BX-M4600 Series of Fanless High-Performance Embedded PCs with 12th/13th-Generation Intel Core Processors

Contec Co., Ltd. has developed the BX-M4600 Series BOX Computer (hereafter referred to as the “new product”), a line of fanless high-performance embedded PCs with 12th/13th-generation Intel Core processors. Contec began taking orders for these new products on July 2, 2024. The new BX-M4600 are the top-of-the-line high-performance models in the fanless BOX Computer BX Series, featuring 12th/13th-generation Intel Core (Alder Lake-S/Raptor Lake-S) high-power desktop PC CPUs. Each product is equipped with various interfaces such as a DVI-I port and DisplayPort, two LAN ports, four USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB 3.1) ports and two USB 2.0 ports, three RS-232C ports, one RS-232C/422/485 port, and one DIO port.

celduc relais: Three-Phase SSRs
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celduc relais: Three-Phase SSRs

celduc relais offers a wide range of solid-state relays for controlling three-phase loads. Available options include the SHT models, a range of three-phase AC solid-state relays designed in a single low prfile package to provide control of medium power in three-phase applications, and the SGT 2G models, with a c3lpac range of a standard three-phase range with different connections that are available for power wiring (with screws connection of spring terminals) and for control wiring (with screws connection or with a 4-pin pluggable spring connector), and more.

Weidmuller: New Klippon Connect W2C and W2T Range Signal Wiring and Signal Marshalling
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Weidmuller: New Klippon Connect W2C and W2T Range Signal Wiring and Signal Marshalling

Weidmuller introduces the new W2C and W2T marshaling terminal blocks. Automation in the process industry requires flexible solutions for complex production processes. Your circuit diagrams are complex as well, and may be changed up to the last minute. With Weidmuller’s new range of DCS marshaling terminal blocks you can solve these challenges. Even a “last minute change” is feasible for you without having to change the wiring you have already done.

Schneider Electric: HMIST6200 – Harmony ST6 Touch Panel Screen
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Schneider Electric: HMIST6200 – Harmony ST6 Touch Panel Screen

The HMIST6200 Basic HMI panel belongs to the Schneider Electric Harmony ST6 range. This single touch resistive HMI is made of alluminium front panel with a multi-color status indicator showing the various operating modes. This HMI interface is 4.3 inch wide with 16 million colors and 480 x 272 pixel resolution. It is powered by EcoStruxure Operator Terminal Expert software for intuitive user experience. It has a 800 MHz ARM Cortex-A8 CPU, 512 MB device memory, 128 MB user data memory, and 512 KB backup memory.

Murrelektronik: Eco-Rail-2 Power Supplies with Basic Functionality
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Murrelektronik: Eco-Rail-2 Power Supplies with Basic Functionality

Eco-Rail-2 power supply units offer manufacturers of machinery and control cabinets the possibility to supply power to their consumers flexibly and economically. These units provide basic functionality and help to monitor the overall costs in the control cabinet. The Eco-Rail-2 series is available in five units with power ratings from 1.3 to 20 A. The output voltage of the devices can be set from 23 to 28 V to supply the required power to the consumer regardless of the length of the power supply line. Connecting two power supply units in series allows the output voltage to be increased to 48 V.

How the OS33C Safety Scanner is Making Workplaces Safer and More Efficient
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How the OS33C Safety Scanner is Making Workplaces Safer and More Efficient

In today’s fast-paced and demanding industrial environments, ensuring workplace safety and operational efficiency is paramount. However, customers often face a range of challenges that hinder their productivity and increase costs. Enter the OS33C Safety Scanner, a reportedly revolutionary solution that addresses these issues head-on, making workplaces safer and more efficient than ever before. This article will discuss the main challenges faced by customers in mobile and fixed applications, and how the OS33C Safety Scanner effectively solves these challenges, making workplaces safer and more efficient.