Industrial

Pilz: PSENradar Safe Radar Sensor
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Pilz: PSENradar Safe Radar Sensor

Safe radar sensors are used where optoelectronic sensors reach their limits: rugged environments, such as outdoors or in material processing for example, can be monitored safely using PSENradar. That’s because radar technology (FMCW: frequency modulated continuous wave) ensures high availability even where there are external influences such as dust, dirt, rain, light, sparks or vibrations. The underlying volumetric monitoring with a frequency of 24 – 24.25 GHz can be used up to SIL 2, PL d and Category 3, which is often a requirement in robot applications. The complete solution also has additional interfaces such as Ethernet, Profisafe and FSoE, so making it easy to use the safety radar sensor in retrofit applications.

Rockwell Automation: Compact 5000 Isolated Analog HART I/O Module Unlocks the Next Generation
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Rockwell Automation: Compact 5000 Isolated Analog HART I/O Module Unlocks the Next Generation

Industrial manufacturers can simplify maintenance, increase productivity, and maximize uptime with the new Allen‑Bradley Compact 5000 Isolated Analog HART I/O Module. By integrating HART capabilities, this module provides traditional I/O capabilities while unlocking valuable insights into device health and advanced diagnostics. This enables users to manage their systems, facilitates online addition and replacement of process devices, and provides access to crucial diagnostics. This innovative technology can decrease downtime by providing users with easy access to diagnostics through the seamless integrated HART feature in the Studio 5000 Logix Designer application.

CUI Devices: Power Relays Line Adds Over 300 New SKUs
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CUI Devices: Power Relays Line Adds Over 300 New SKUs

CUI Devices’ Relays Group has recently announced the expansion of its line of power relays with the addition of over 300 new SKUs. Ideal for high-level current switching in a range of industrial applications, measurement and control equipment, and safety systems, CUI Devices’ power relays offer max switching currents from 5 A up to 40 A. The PR family of power relays features SPST (1 Form A), SPDT (1 Form C), DPST (2 Form A), or DPDT (2 Form C) contact forms, a variety of contact ratings, and silver alloy or silver tin oxide overlay contact materials.

AutomationDirect: Select Saginaw Enviroline Series Enclosures Offer New Custom Paint Options
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AutomationDirect: Select Saginaw Enviroline Series Enclosures Offer New Custom Paint Options

AutomationDirect now offers custom paint selections for Saginaw carbon steel Enviroline series single-door enclosures with ¼-turn latches. These enclosures can be custom-ordered with one of 15 color options in addition to the standard gray or light gray color. Custom paint options include graphite black, gentian blue, light blue, pebble gray, traffic orange, flame red, zinc yellow, moss green, and more.

AutomationDirect: Gefran GQ and GRSH Series Solid State Relays
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AutomationDirect: Gefran GQ and GRSH Series Solid State Relays

AutomationDirect has added Gefran GQ and GRSH series solid state relays that feature a wide range of contact ratings and input and output voltages. They are available in DIN rail or panel mounting styles and offer a variety of overload and thermal protection options. Gefran GQ series “hockey puck” style panel mount solid state relays, available in contact ratings from 15 to 90A, include thermal mounting pads, overload and thermal protection, and screw or push-in-spring terminal connection styles. Optional heatsinks are also available for high-power applications.

AutomationDirect: Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 Relay & TTL Modules
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AutomationDirect: Productivity1000 and Productivity2000 Relay & TTL Modules

AutomationDirect has added new discrete and relay I/O expansion modules to the Productivity PLC family. For the Productivity1000 PLC series, a 4-channel, high current relay output module is now available. This module provides up to 7A/point for both DC and AC control circuits and features four Form C (normally open/normally closed) contacts. For the Productivity2000 PLC series, a 6-channel, high current (7A/point) relay output module is available. A 16-point low voltage discrete input module and a 16-point low voltage discrete output module have also been added.

AutomationDirect: LS Electric XGB PLC Remote I/O Modules
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AutomationDirect: LS Electric XGB PLC Remote I/O Modules

AutomationDirect has added several new additions to the powerful LS Electric XGB PLC series. For discrete (ON/OFF) monitoring and control, a new lower-cost 24 VDC 8-point input module, 8-point 12-24 VDC sinking and sourcing output modules, an 8-point relay module with Form A contacts, and a 16-point combination discrete input/relay output module are now available. For process monitoring and control, in particular temperature and weighing applications, two new 4-channel 16-bit resolution temperature modules (RTD and thermocouple), and a new load cell module capable of supporting up to 4 load cells each, have been added.

Beckhoff at Achema 2024
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Beckhoff at Achema 2024

At Achema 2024 from June 10 – 14, Beckhoff will showcase innovative solutions for the process industry’s entire value chain, ranging from manufacturing to packaging. As a specialist in PC- and EtherCAT-based control technology, Beckhoff will present an integrated control system for automating all process steps as part of it’s comprehensive product portfolio. Beckhoff’s concepts for plant digitalization, smart product transport systems for flexible packaging processes, and the Linux-based control with TwinCAT will take center stage.

Burkert: Valve Island Type 8652 with PROFINET System Redundancy S2
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Burkert: Valve Island Type 8652 with PROFINET System Redundancy S2

System redundancy is essential in the process industry or for infrastructure facilities as the systems must be maintained even in the event of a failure. If a machine, system or system control fails, the company incurs high costs due to the downtime and the associated loss of production. Therefore, the valve island Type 8652 is available with both PROFINET media redundancy protocol (MRP) and system redundancy S2.

RS Offers Banner Engineering’s Extensive Portfolio of Sensor Products for Industrial Applications
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RS Offers Banner Engineering’s Extensive Portfolio of Sensor Products for Industrial Applications

RS offers Banner Engineering’s extensive portfolio of sensor products, which spans a wide variety of sensor technologies — including photoelectric, laser, and radar — and can satisfy the needs of almost any industrial automation application.

Phoenix Contact: New Addition to CAPAROC Electronic Circuit Breaker System
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Phoenix Contact: New Addition to CAPAROC Electronic Circuit Breaker System

The newest addition to the CAPAROC circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact can communicate with PLCs via EtherNet/IP, one of the most common industrial protocols in the U.S. The CAPAROC system collects power data and signals so that users can respond to an issue before a failure occurs. The EtherNet/IP power module ensures consistent communication and control of the circuit breaker modules that protect the end devices.

HELUKABEL: Enhanced AS-Interface Product Portfolio Features Round Cable Design
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HELUKABEL: Enhanced AS-Interface Product Portfolio Features Round Cable Design

HELUKABEL has enhanced its AS-Interface (ASi) bus cable offering by adding a round cable design suitable for use in drag chain applications. Traditionally, ASi bus cables are flat and deliver both power and transmit signals in applications such as building automation, process automation, factory automation, and transportation. However, when drag chain-rated ASi bus cable is…

Elesa: Handles with Monostable Switch and LED Indicator Light
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Elesa: Handles with Monostable Switch and LED Indicator Light

The M.2000-SWM Handles from Elesa are engineered to offer a superior ergonomic grip while incorporating advanced features that ensure precise control and immediate feedback. The integration of a monostable switch and LED indicator light sets a new standard in industrial handle design, providing users with a versatile and reliable solution for their operational needs. This…

Finder: Expanded OPTA Series Features Three New Modules
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Finder: Expanded OPTA Series Features Three New Modules

The OPTA Programmable Logic Relay range from Finder is supplemented with three new expansion modules, expanding the potential of the PLR. The OPTA PLR is a collaboration between Finder and Arduino Pro, producing a new level of technology, opening up multiple possibilities of use. OPTA is the first PLR, as reliable as a Finder industrial…

Schmersal: IP69K Series Pushbuttons Combine Advanced Sealing with Hygienic Design
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Schmersal: IP69K Series Pushbuttons Combine Advanced Sealing with Hygienic Design

The N Series from Schmersal features an IP69K-rated hygienic design that includes special seals to prevent the ingress of water, dirt and bacteria in the gaps between the fixed and moving device parts. The IP69K rating originates from the German standard DIN 40050-9 which evaluated road vehicles that are exposed to regular and intensive cleaning….

Grace Technologies: MagView Housing Offers Low-profile Panel Interface Connector with Patented Magnetic Seal
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Grace Technologies: MagView Housing Offers Low-profile Panel Interface Connector with Patented Magnetic Seal

Grace Technologies has developed a revolutionary low-profile panel interface housing featuring a patented magnetic seal. The MagView panel interface housing solution significantly enhances through-door access for programming or troubleshooting PLCs and powering connections for laptops, setting a new standard in industrial safety and productivity. The MagView solution boosts task productivity by up to 90% and…