Industrial

Beckhoff: CP6xxx, CP7xxx | Single-Touch Control Panel
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Beckhoff: CP6xxx, CP7xxx | Single-Touch Control Panel

The CP6xxx and CP7xxx control panels offer a balance between the latest PC technology and long-term availability of control components. Together with the software employed, Control Panels in the most diverse form factors act as the centerpiece of a variety of automation tasks, such as the control of machines, processes and logistic systems, the networking of plant parts, the data acquisition or image processing. For classic control tasks, PC-based control technology offers excellent scalability and flexibility and is therefore increasingly being used in place of hardware PLCs.

Siemens Expands Its SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE Servo-Drive System for Extra-Low-Voltage Material Handling and Manufacturing Applications
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Siemens Expands Its SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE Servo-Drive System for Extra-Low-Voltage Material Handling and Manufacturing Applications

Siemens is extending its drive portfolio in the extra-low-voltage range for 24–48V EC motors with its new SIMATIC MICRO-DRIVE.  The new product line with UL- and CE-marked components consists of the PDC (Profidrive Control) servo drive in conjunction with a flexible range of motors and connecting cables from product partners, along with the TM (technology module) format with servo and stepper drives in compact 20mm width that can be used in conjunction with distributed or open controllers.

Banner Engineering: LC25T In-Line Touch Switch
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Banner Engineering: LC25T In-Line Touch Switch

The LC25T In-Line Touch Switch is a sealed, capacitive touch switch that can be connected in-line with many types of DC devices for on/off and PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) dimming control. With a 4-amp output capacity, it can even control the largest of Banner’s DC lights. Its touch interface and colored visual status indication make the LC25T easy to use.

Contec: BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer — An Embedded Computer with Important Factory System Security Countermeasures
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Contec: BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer — An Embedded Computer with Important Factory System Security Countermeasures

Contec Co., Ltd. has recently developed the BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer, an embedded PC with NIST SP800-compliant secure BIOS and Trellix Application Control security software pre-installed to protect against ransomware. Contec began taking orders for this new product on March 23, 2023. The new BX-M2500 Trellix BOX Computer is an embedded PC with an Intel Xeon E-2278GEL processor, high-capacity memory, and high-capacity storage.

FATH T-Slotted Rail
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AutomationDirect: Additional FATH T-Slotted Rail Hardware Components

AutomationDirect has added more FATH hardware components to their selection of T-slotted rail products. These components easily install in SureFrame rails, as well as many other brands, and include roll-in T-slot nuts with spring loaded ball, slide-in T-slot nuts, screw and miter connectors, 1- and 2-slot pivot joints, extended swivel bases, foot consoles, leveling casters, magnetic catches, sensor mounting blocks, protection profiles, profile sliders, roller elements, and much more.

Panel Mounting Electromechanical Switches
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Panel Mounting Electromechanical Switches

By Troy Dixon, Global Product Manager at Littelfuse March 20, 2023 As technology and machinery evolve, the way we interface and interact with electronic equipment also advances. Many traditional human-machine interfaces (HMI) are updating to sophisticated touchscreen technologies. Even in a world where touchscreens are growing in popularity, they are not the right choice for…

Phoenix Contact: FLASHTRAB-MB Lightning and Surge Protective Devices
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Phoenix Contact: FLASHTRAB-MB Lightning and Surge Protective Devices

The new FLASHTRAB-MB lightning and surge protective devices from Phoenix Contact are based on innovative triggered carbon spark gap technology. In addition to circuit versions for 12.5 kA, the portfolio now also includes versions for a discharge capacity of 25 kA. The FLT-MB devices with 25 kA protect against lightning currents of lightning protection level I/II. What’s special about these compact devices is that they are capable of handling multiple lightning pulses in an overall width of just 72 mm.

Rittal: New WT C Wire Terminal Allows 10x Faster Wire Processing
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Rittal: New WT C Wire Terminal Allows 10x Faster Wire Processing

Rittal North America has recently introduced a fully automated wire processing machine – Wire Terminal WT C machine. It enables wires to be processed from bulk with individual wire printing (black, white, and light blue) and then ready for assembly. The core advantages of the new Wire Terminal WT C are: variety of combinations, different wire output methods, and support for downstream, digitally and automated processes such as labelling, sorting, and transport. 

AutomationDirect: IDEM Two-hand Safety Control Panels
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AutomationDirect: IDEM Two-hand Safety Control Panels

AutomationDirect has recently announceed the addition of IDEM two-hand safety control panels to their safety products portfolio. Two-hand safety control panels, used with a special control monitoring relay, require an operator to use both hands simultaneously during a hazardous operation. This forces operators to keep their hands on the two-hand control actuator and out of harm’s way. New IDEM products include a control station with momentary pushbuttons, a control station with zero-force touch buttons, and an empty two-hand control station enclosure for custom configurations. Enclosures are made of die-cast aluminum; replacement buttons are available.

AutomationDirect: Atlas 300V Type AWM Wire
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AutomationDirect: Atlas 300V Type AWM Wire

AutomationDirect has added 300V Atlas Type AWM (appliance wire material) wire that is commonly used for appliance wiring, control cabinets, and machine tool applications. This new wire meets the National Electrical Code (NEC) and NFPA Standard 79 requirements and is made in the USA. Atlas Type AWM wire consist of a tinned copper single conductor covered with a colored polyvinyl chloride (PVC) outer jacket and is available in sizes ranging from 26AWG to 16AWG.

VD4/US
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Services for ABB Medium Voltage Equipment VD4/US

IEC Vacuum Mechanical Circuit Breaker VD4/US is the family name of ABB‘s medium voltage equipment that are no longer in active phase and are thus managed by ABB Service according to the ABB Life Cycle Management policy and services. ABB ensures a proper support during all life cycle stages (Active, Classic, Limited and Obsolete) either by providing the original equipment or an appropriate replacement solution.

Legrand: The LX Cabinet
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Legrand: The LX Cabinet

Designed to meet the needs of the most demanding environments, the LX platform has over 750 cable management, mounting, and airflow accessories. From Core to Edge and Multi-Cloud data centers, the LX provides a scalable, custom foundation to build your server, network, storage, or converged infrastructure. Benefits include a flexible number of accessories and configurations, and an efficient tool-less feature.

Arieltech: FTEC-26B 10″ Fan Filter and Exhaust Filter
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Arieltech: FTEC-26B 10″ Fan Filter and Exhaust Filter

Introducing the FTEC-26B series Fan Filter and Exhaust Filter from Arieltech. The FTEC-26B series Fan Filter and Exhaust Filter are designed to supply forced convection filtered air for enclosures and electrical panels. By using the unique filtering and cooling features, FTEC will cool down the inside of enclosures to a desired temperature to protect the electrical and electronic parts against heat.

Emerson: RX3i CPE310 Controller
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Emerson: RX3i CPE310 Controller

RX3i controllers provide the foundation for Industrial Internet connectivity. It is a powerful, modular Programmable Automation Controller with a focus on high availability. The RX3i features a single control engine and a universal programming environment to provide application portability across multiple hardware platforms. Features include programming tools such as tag-based programming, a library of reusable code and a test edit mode for improved online troubleshooting.

Phoenix Contact: Caparoc PM S-R EX Circuit Breaker System – Overcurrent Protection for Explosion-Protected Areas
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Phoenix Contact: Caparoc PM S-R EX Circuit Breaker System – Overcurrent Protection for Explosion-Protected Areas

The customizable Caparoc circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact now also offers modules for explosion-protected areas, thereby extending the range of possible applications. A wide range of power modules and circuit breaker modules can be combined to create a customized system that is tailored directly to the specific needs and requirements.