Crew-free ships – not the romantic notion of a sailor? Initiatives for autonomous ships are driving this development. However, there’s a long way to go in getting engine rooms, which can currently operate for up to 24 hours straight without direct intervention, to a completely autonomous ship that should be able to run for up to six weeks at sea without human intervention.
AZ Displays develops high resolution, high temperature rated 10.25 inch IPS LCD display with PCAP touch.
Keystone has expanded its selection of electronic hardware and screws to include a series of metric & imperial threaded Titanium Socket Head Cap Screws.
Using B&R automation technology in maritime environments is now easier and more flexible than ever thanks to additional certifications by DNV, KR, LR and ABS for the X20 control and I/O system. B&R has also expanded the temperature and input voltage ranges of the X20 system. Life at sea puts extreme demands on automation components, so the responsible certification authorities subject them to intensive testing.
Designed for both outdoor and indoor harsh environment equipment, the waterproof appliance coupler set from SCHURTER is rated IP67 when connected or IP69K unconnected, when used with the accessory covers.
The 24V, 20A DIN rail power supply CP20.245-R2 was developed for on- and offshore use in the marine and process industry. The marine-compliant power supply meets the high requirements of EMC class B without external filters and can be used directly in bridge and deck applications. The CP20.245-R2 features the perfect electronical and mechanical design for the rough environmental conditions at sea and on the coast.
AutomationDirect’s new 1kV ALL-FLEX MTW/THHW heavy-duty flexible power cable from Direct Wire is an extremely flexible large gauge (8AWG to 500MCM) single-conductor industrial cable that is ideal for industrial control panel distribution, VFD power feeds, servo systems, and motor leads in non-drive related applications. The MTW and THHW ratings make them ideal for use in both wet and dry locations and in conduits, ducts, troughs, and control panels.
TE Connectivity, a world provider in connectivity and sensors, has expanded its existing MS27418 relay series with the CII FCC-325 relay, which provides added benefits of auxiliary contacts. The 2A SPDT (single pole double throw) auxiliary contacts can be used to perform additional functions related to the control of the relay allowing for circuit trip feedback status, illuminating an indicator light, and other similar control functions.
With the new TRIO POWER power supply with the IP67 degree of protection specially developed for applications in the field, you can ensure high system availability even in extreme ambient conditions. With the robust die-cast aluminum housing, the power supply is waterproof and dustproof, highly resistant to shock and vibrations, and has high electric strength. With fast installation directly at the load, you save on cabling length, reduce line losses, and gain control cabinet space.
Fibox’s HMI cover kits protect instruments or electronics components that need secure accessibility. The Instrument Protection Window (IPW) permits both viewing and access to readouts and controls which are surface mounted on any metal or non-metallic enclosures. These HMI covers allow for easy viewing of meters or displays and afford direct access to HMI controls on any underlying enclosure.
Pixus Technologies, a provider of embedded computing and enclosure solutions, has recently announced a new implementation of its ruggedized enclosure utilizing NI’s Ettus Research brand Software Defined Radio (SDR). The RX310-X03 enclosure is designed to MIL-STD-810 for shock/vibration/environmental and MIL-STD-461 for EMI. It features MIL 38999 connectors for the front and rear I/O interfaces.
The new Power Panel C80 offers the combined advantages of a powerful controller and a modern operator terminal in a single HMI device. The C80 installation is compatible with B&R Automation Panels. Machine builders thus have full flexibility when using the new panel and can scale their machine to meet changing performance and cost requirements. With its low installation depth, the C80 multi-touch HMI is suitable for particularly compact machines where space in the control cabinet is limited.
The QUINT POWER family has been extended to include a new powerful power supply with 110 V DC. It is suitable for applications from 110 V DC to 135 V DC. This means that you can now use just one device to supply applications that previously required several devices to be connected in series. This saves space in the control cabinet and reduces your wiring effort.
The Ferret Plus, designed and engineered by Ferret Tools, features the world’s first-ever non-contact voltage detector to help identify live cables from a greater reach than ever before. Based on the award-winning electronic design of the original Ferret, the Ferret Plus is perfect for someone who loves having the latest technology with all the bells & whistles.
EAO has extended the robust and attractive Series 82 with an overmoulded option and M12 connector. The new version is available for selected illuminated pushbuttons within the Series 82 and offers fast mounting as well as complete front and rear IP67 protection. It is common to expose actuators and indicators to extremely harsh operating conditions. For example in the food & beverage industry, where alkaline cleaning agents and corrosion severely affect HMIs.
Introducing a series of stripping tools from Weidmuller with automatic self-adjustment for precision stripping. These tools are designed for flexible and solid conductors, and are ideally suitable for mechanical and plant engineering, railway and rail traffic, wind energy, robot technology, explosion protection as well as marine, offshore and ship building sectors.
