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Rockwell Automation: New FactoryTalk Analytics GuardianAI Software Predicts Equipment Failures, Prevents Unplanned Downtime
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Rockwell Automation: New FactoryTalk Analytics GuardianAI Software Predicts Equipment Failures, Prevents Unplanned Downtime

FactoryTalk Analytics GuardianAI software offers maintenance engineers the insight to understand the current condition of assets on the plant floor. They receive early notice as soon as an asset begins deviating from normal. Armed with this knowledge, they can plan their maintenance activities based on which asset has the highest risk of failure and let other assets continue to run, without stopping production unnecessarily to perform service.

New IP68 Rated Fan Models Added to CUI Devices’ DC Fans Line
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New IP68 Rated Fan Models Added to CUI Devices’ DC Fans Line

CUI Devices’ Thermal Management Group has recently announced the addition of IP68 rated fan models to its line of dc axial fans. These waterproof dc fans offer complete protection against moisture and dust, making them ideal for a range of harsh environments such as refrigeration, HVAC, medical, and more. The IP68 rated fans feature dual ball bearing construction, square frame sizes of 60 mm, 80 mm, or 92 mm, and airflow ratings from 14.7 up to 129.55 CFM.

ARBOR: AEC-6000 Series Powering the Future of Edge AI
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ARBOR: AEC-6000 Series Powering the Future of Edge AI

Introducing ARBOR’s AEC-6000 Series fan-less Box PC featuring the new NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin and an Arm Cortex-A78AE CPU that delivers up to 200 TOPS of AI performance and an advanced NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU with 64 Tensor Cores. This innovative product delivers groundbreaking results by pushing the boundaries of technology. The AEC-6000 Series combines the advanced sophistication of the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin with an incredibly robust chassis. This provides embedded solutions that were not possible before.

Altech: CP Series Terminal Blocks With Push-In Connection Technology
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Altech: CP Series Terminal Blocks With Push-In Connection Technology

Altech Corporation introduces the CP Series of DIN Rail terminal blocks. It features push-in technology for tool-less wiring of solid wires and flexible wires with ferrules. The CP Series features the industry’s thinnest terminal block of a mere 3.5 mm wide. By increasing wiring density over wider blocks, applications that are space-constrained become more viable. Other key capabilities of the CP Series include stainless steel push-in springs, no special tool needed for pushbutton release of wires.

Altech: Cx Family Wide Range of Sensor and Actuator Connectors & Cables
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Altech: Cx Family Wide Range of Sensor and Actuator Connectors & Cables

Altech Corporation introduces the Cx Family of sensor and actuator connectors and cables. The Cx Family includes Altech’s CB Series of molded sensor and actuator cables, CN Series field-wired connectors and CP Series panel feed-through connectors. Overall the Cx Family includes M8, M12 connectors, cable assemblies and cordsets as well as bulkhead connectors, 3-, 4-, 5-, 8- and 12-pole versions, male and female Connectors, custom cable lengths, PVC cables or PUR and TPE cables.

Siemens: NEMA 1 and UL Type 1 Wall-Mounting Kits for G-Series Drive Platform
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Siemens: NEMA 1 and UL Type 1 Wall-Mounting Kits for G-Series Drive Platform

Siemens has recently announced the availability of wall-mounting kits for its Sinamics G120C and G120 PM240-2 modular drives.  These low-cost kits allow easy, fast installation of the drives and conform to NEMA 1 and UL Type 1 standards for interior applications.  These wall-mount kits are designed in accordance with UL 61800-5-1 standards for AC drives.

Emerson: New Rosemount 3490 Level and Flow Controller Reduces Complexity in Water and Wastewater Applications
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Emerson: New Rosemount 3490 Level and Flow Controller Reduces Complexity in Water and Wastewater Applications

Emerson has recently introduced its next-generation Rosemount 3490 Controller for level and flow measurement applications, which helps to reduce complexity, optimize processes and enhance sustainability. Designed to maximize ease-of-use, the Rosemount 3490 provides comprehensive control functionality for 4-20 mA or HART compatible transmitters and is an ideal solution for water, wastewater and process industry applications. The Rosemount 3490 is the first controller to feature simple-to-program configuration wizard guides to help users set up the controller, making this procedure significantly less complex and time-consuming.

Phoenix Contact: PTFIX 6 Distribution Block
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Phoenix Contact: PTFIX 6 Distribution Block

Phoenix Contact introduces the PTFIX 6 Distribution Block from the PTFIX family of ready-to-connect distribution and collection blocks with 4, 6, 12, and 18 terminal points as well as single blocks with two terminal points, available in 11 colors for safe and intuitive installation. The PTFIX blocks are available in nominal cross-sections of 1.5 mm², 2.5 mm², 4 mm², and 10 mm², and the low insertion forces of the Push-in connection technology allows the easy and direct insertion of rigid and flexible conductors with ferrules starting from 0.25 mm².

Belden: BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch
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Belden: BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch

The Lumberg Automation BEETLE Lite Managed Switch supports the transition to future-ready networks built using Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), supporting seamless sensor-to-cloud connectivity. As industrial environments grow in complexity, enterprises have opportunities to connect more field devices and gather more data. However, they need to consider space and weight constraints and simplify network infrastructure where possible. SPE supports this goal by allowing connectivity via a single pair of wires rather than the two or four pairs required by standard Ethernet.

Rockwell Automation: Finite Scheduler Provides a Smarter Way to Manage Manufacturing Production Schedules
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Rockwell Automation: Finite Scheduler Provides a Smarter Way to Manage Manufacturing Production Schedules

Rockwell Automation introduces Finite Scheduler, an update to its software portfolio to help customers modernize their production scheduling with reliable and responsive finite capacity capabilities. Utilizing data from the manufacturing process, Finite Scheduler was built to improve scheduling accuracy, increase throughput and drive on-time delivery.

AutomationDirect: New JOKARI Cable/Wire Dismantling and Stripping Tools
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AutomationDirect: New JOKARI Cable/Wire Dismantling and Stripping Tools

AutomationDirect has added new JOKARI cable/wire stripping and dismantling tools designed for the easy removal of cable jackets and wire insulation. These ergonomic tools are available for various AWG sizes and in automatic, heavy-duty, multi-purpose, and precision models. JOKARI self-adjusting stripping pliers provide ease of use, durability, an ergonomic design, and support round cable, flat cable, and sensor/actuator cable stripping.

Rittal: WMV Outdoor UL 3R Type Rated Enclosure – Accommodates for Easy In-Field Maintenance
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Rittal: WMV Outdoor UL 3R Type Rated Enclosure – Accommodates for Easy In-Field Maintenance

Rittal North America has recently introduced the Wall Mount Vented (WMV) outdoor UL 3R Type Rated enclosure. This new enclosure accommodates easy in-field maintenance and features core advantages, including a durable design, integrated cooling, easy access for routine maintenance, optimum corrosion protection, and included fans and filters. Outdoor environments can have severe effects on the electrical controls inside of enclosures. Sensitive electronics are extremely susceptible to overheating, moisture, dust, and debris, and without the proper protection and access for maintenance their operating life can be shortened.

Rittal Announces Colocation Rack Initiative to Meet the Growing Demand for Colocation Market
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Rittal Announces Colocation Rack Initiative to Meet the Growing Demand for Colocation Market

Rittal LLC launches its new line of enclosures designed for the colocation market. Developed based on key feedback, the new initiative will accelerate and grow the success of all parties involved in the colocation market with comprehensive education, sales support, and marketing resources. Cassiano Fabris, Vice President of Global Key Accounts for Rittal, stated how the colocation market is evolving, saying, “The colocation market is continuously growing at impressive speeds.”

ABB Launches Next Generation ACH180 MicroDrive Specialized for HVACR systems
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ABB Launches Next Generation ACH180 MicroDrive Specialized for HVACR systems

ABB introduces its next generation MicroDrive, ACH180, that complies with UL standards, including UL61800-5-1 for drives and UL60335-2-40 for HVACR (heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration) equipment. As the newest addition to ABB’s HVACR drive portfolio, the ACH180 enables expert control of high-efficiency motors, while utilizing a compact design for space savings, lower capital expenditure and easier commissioning. The ACH180 drive’s design allows operators to run motors based on the HVACR process demands, rather than running them at full speed and reducing output using mechanical controls like throttles or dampers, which greatly reduce energy consumption and CO₂ emissions.

LUTZE: Expanding LCIS Relay Product Portfolio
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LUTZE: Expanding LCIS Relay Product Portfolio

LUTZE has expanded its electromechanical LCIS relay portfolio with 12 units offering additional changeover contacts. New additions to the product portfolio are the LCIS 2 and LCIS 3 relay series. LCIS 2 series has units with 1 or 2 changeover contacts, and the LCIS 3 series has units with 4 changeover contacts. All new relay models are offered with the following rated voltages: 12V DC, 24V DC, 115V AC or 230V AC.