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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.

Stahlin Enclosures: New SolarShield HMI Covers
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Stahlin Enclosures: New SolarShield HMI Covers

Stahlin’s patented SolarShield HMI Covers provide the ultimate Human Machine Interface (HMI) screen protection in the harshest environments. These are the industry’s most innovative and durable non-metallic HMI Covers for use with all enclosure material types.  They are ideal for protecting HMI Screens from UV and harsh environmental conditions and are now available in an expanded range of sizes – 10″ x 8″, 16″ x 11″, and 20″ x 14″- offering broad application flexibility.

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.

ZETTLER: AZSR170 High-Performance 70A Power Relay for Solar and EV Charging Applications With Optional Monitoring Contact
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ZETTLER: AZSR170 High-Performance 70A Power Relay for Solar and EV Charging Applications With Optional Monitoring Contact

With a switching capacity of up to 70 amps / 600 VAC (normally open contact 1FormA) and a optional normally closed mirror contact (1FormB) for welding monitoring, this relay sets new standards in terms of performance and reliability in a compact design. The AZSR170 offers an impressive switching performance of up to 50,000 switching cycles and a variety of features, including optional monitoring contact according to EN60947-4-1 and a large contact gap of 3.42 mm.

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.

Hammond Manufacturing: 1554 Series Type 4X, 6P Polycarbonate & General Purpose ABS Enclosures
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Hammond Manufacturing: 1554 Series Type 4X, 6P Polycarbonate & General Purpose ABS Enclosures

Introducing the 1554 series Type 4X / 6P polycarbonate and general purpose ABS enclosures, which are ideally suited for mounting printed circuit boards or DIN rail mounted components. The ABS version enclosures are molded from general purpose material which carries a flammability rating of UL94-HB, for indoor use, while the polycarbonate versions are UV stabilized for outdoor use – the gray polycarbonate carries a UL94-5VA rating, while clear and smoked lids carry a UL94V-0 rating.

CUI Devices: New TBL Series Single-Position Terminal Blocks Feature Mix-and-Match Color Options
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CUI Devices: New TBL Series Single-Position Terminal Blocks Feature Mix-and-Match Color Options

CUI Devices’ Interconnect Group has recently announced a new range of single-position terminal blocks with blue, green, red, white, and yellow color options that can be intermixed to create color-coded wire connections. The TBL-0014-750, TBL-0015-750, TBL-0016-1000 series are screwless terminal blocks featuring either a push-in spring or lever-actuated connection style for simplified wire termination, pitches of 7.50 mm or 10 mm, and 1 to 6 position options.

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.

Eaton: easyE4 Nano Programmable Logic Controllers
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Eaton: easyE4 Nano Programmable Logic Controllers

The easyE4 PLC has 12 I/O and can be expanded to a network of up to 188 I/O points, providing the ideal solution for lighting, energy management, industrial control, irrigation, pump control, HVAC and home automation. In whatever your application, the compact and flexible easyE4 enables control systems that are efficient and effortless to implement. After the easyE4 is installed, changes are easily accomplished through front panel programming, which eliminates the need to change wiring and minimizes downtime. Gain effortless control with the easyE4.

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.

Siemens and BILT Launch Apple Vision Pro Spatial Computing Electrical Training
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Siemens and BILT Launch Apple Vision Pro Spatial Computing Electrical Training

Siemens and BILT, the creators of 3D Intelligent Instructions, are optimizing their mobile guides into spatial models for Apple Vision Pro. As the need for skilled electricians and other trades grows, training the entering workforce while up-skilling the existing one, is essential. Tools such as BILT on Apple Vision Pro provide a highly immersive and visual training experience that helps users not only learn faster, but safer.

Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable: New Super-Trex SJOO Portable Cord
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Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable: New Super-Trex SJOO Portable Cord

Amphenol TPC Wire & Cable proudly announces a new line of portable cable – Super-Trex SJOO Portable Cord. This innovative product is designed to meet the demands of harsh industrial environments and offers exceptional flexibility, durability, and protection. It is ideal for manufacturing and industrial settings in various applications, including powering light machinery, assembly line systems, portable generators, conveyor belts, and industrial cleaning equipment. Eddie Seibolt, Product Manager, states, “Our new Super-Trex SJOO Portable Cord is designed to outlast commodity products, offering industrial manufacturers a reliable power connection in demanding environments.”

Pfannenberg USA: New X-Series Cooling Units
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Pfannenberg USA: New X-Series Cooling Units

Pfannenberg, Inc. has recently announced its new X-Series cooling units. The innovative X-Series marks a focus in energy efficiency and operational effectiveness for industrial cooling applications. Designed to meet the demanding needs of modern industries, the X-Series units feature an optimized control algorithm using inverter technology, developed from years of expertise. This allows for the precise adjustment of cooling power required to maintain the temperature within the enclosure. This reduces the start and stop cycle present in other cooling units, significantly reducing energy consumption.

Eaton: Type 4X Free Standing and Wall Mount Panel Enclosures
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Eaton: Type 4X Free Standing and Wall Mount Panel Enclosures

Crouse-Hinds series Type 4X Free-Standing and Wall Mount Panel Enclosures protect against corrosion, circulating and windblown dust, falling dirt, dripping non-corrosive liquids, rain, splashing water and hose directed water. These NEMA industrial enclosures are available in a comprehensive range of sizes, each with various configurations for a multitude of applications. These Type 4X enclosures are certified, engineered and manufactured to perform through the most demanding conditions needed by chemical plants, refineries, OEMs, MRO, and waste water treatment facilities.

IDEAL: 61-737 400A AC TRMS Clamp Meter
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IDEAL: 61-737 400A AC TRMS Clamp Meter

The IDEAL 61-737 Clamp Meter is a CAT III auto ranging true root mean square (TRMS) digital clamp meter that measures up to 400 Amps AC via the clamp head. It measures up to 600V AC and DC, frequency, resistance, continuity, capacitance, and diodes via test-leads (included) and measures temperature (⁰F/⁰C) via a K-Type thermocouple (included). It’s capable of detecting the presence of voltage between 40V to 600V via a non-contact sensor in the right tip of the clamp.