Industry

Beckhoff: CU8810-0010 | DVI Splitter with USB Extender
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Beckhoff: CU8810-0010 | DVI Splitter with USB Extender

A common application in machine and plant construction is the simultaneous display of a PC screen on several monitors. Up to four CP29xx-0000, CP39xx-0000, CP69xx-0010 or CP79xx-0010 DVI/USB Control Panels can be connected to a PC via the CU8810-0010 DVI splitter. Thanks to DVI/USB extension technology, the Control Panels can each be connected at distances of 50 m from the DVI splitter.

Hammond Manufacturing: HWF Series Swing-Out Wall Mount and Floor Rack Cabinet
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Hammond Manufacturing: HWF Series Swing-Out Wall Mount and Floor Rack Cabinet

Hammond Manufacturing recently updated their HWF Series swing-out wall mount and floor rack cabinets, available in three heights. These HWF cabinets mount to the wall and sit on the floor supported by levelling feet, while the swing-out section is supported by casters. The optional doors install in minutes and are available in a vented, tinted window and solid. You can order part RHHK1 for the right-hand hinge kit.

AutomationDirect: Socomec Modular Midget & CC Fuse Holders
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AutomationDirect: Socomec Modular Midget & CC Fuse Holders

AutomationDirect has added new Socomec modular Midget and CC Class fuse holders to aid with the completion of overcurrent protection circuits in industrial systems. These finger-safe, DIN-rail mounted fuse holders are available in 1-, 2-, or 3-pole versions with a blown fuse LED indicator on select models. They are offered with up to a 30A capacity and a 200kA interrupt rating for CC Class fuse holders, and a 100kA interrupt rating for Midget Class fuse holders.

KFU8-SR-EX
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Pepperl+Fuchs Introduces KFU8-SR-EX Switch Amplifiers with Wide-Range Supply for Intrinsically Safe Applications and Functional Safety up to SIL 2

Pepperl+Fuchs recently introduced the new KFU8-SR-EX universal powered switch amplifier, which can be used in intrinsically safe applications and functional safety up to SIL 2. The new KFU8 can be supplied with 19 V DC to 30 V DC or 90 V AC to 253 V AC, making the new switch amplifier family from Pepperl+Fuchs a true standout. With this functionality, a single device can be used with various supply voltages. This frequently applies to a variety of applications, such as machine building and devices installed in a field box. As a result, fewer components need to be kept in stock and in the field technician’s toolbox.

AutomationDirect: 10Gbps Cat6a Ethernet Cables from Murrelektronik
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AutomationDirect: 10Gbps Cat6a Ethernet Cables from Murrelektronik

AutomationDirect now offers Cat6a industrial Ethernet cables from Murrelektronik. These shielded cables include an M12 X-coded connection on one end and an RJ45 connection on the other. The X-coded designation is commonly used with industrial vision systems. These high-flex industrial Ethernet cables are available in lengths up to 5m with transmission speed capability up to 10Gbps. These cables have a TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) jacket that is flame-retardant and chemical resistant.

LAPP Launches SKINTOP MINI Small-Diameter Cable Glands at ATX West 2023
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LAPP Launches SKINTOP MINI Small-Diameter Cable Glands at ATX West 2023

The extended SKINTOP MINI range includes two- to seven-millimeter diameter glands, allowing system designers to obtain protective, secure seals for their small-diameter cables while reducing cable density in their networked devices. LAPP’s SKINTOP MINI cable glands are ideal for the medical device, pharmaceutical and automotive manufacturing industries.

Mitsubishi Electric: MELSOFT Gemini 3D Simulator Software
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Mitsubishi Electric: MELSOFT Gemini 3D Simulator Software

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has recently released its MELSOFT Gemini 3D Simulator Software to allow users to expedite the design and construction of manufacturing projects as they introduce new automation components to their facility. By connecting to a variety of software and factory devices, Gemini provides visualization, simulation, and the streamlining of work processes.

CIMON: Xpanel Hybrid Expandable HMI + PLC Combo Unit
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CIMON: Xpanel Hybrid Expandable HMI + PLC Combo Unit

Why pay for HMI and PLC products separately when you can save on cost and space by using a single, self-contained solution? This was CIMON’s philosophy when designing the Xpanel Hybrid: convenience, reliability, and practicality. Based on decades of knowledge and experience in the automation industry, CIMON has combined two of their most popular devices into one convenient package.

Pilz: Access Management for Your Plant and Machinery
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Pilz: Access Management for Your Plant and Machinery

For comprehensive protection of your staff and optimum safeguarding of your machinery, you need a holistic safety concept, which considers aspects of both safety and security. With the “Identification and Access Management” portfolio from Pilz, you are offered a comprehensive range of products, solutions and software for the implementation of safety as well as security tasks.

nVent Launches Highly Rated Portfolio of Electrical Enclosures and Air Conditioners for Ultimate Protection in the Most Demanding Environments
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nVent Launches Highly Rated Portfolio of Electrical Enclosures and Air Conditioners for Ultimate Protection in the Most Demanding Environments

nVent Electric plc has recently introduced its new nVent HOFFMAN Extreme Environments line of stainless-steel enclosures and air conditioners. Certified to the industry’s highest standards, the product line offers a durable, reliable solution for ultimate protection of critical equipment and system components in the most demanding environments.

Siemens: The SIRIUS Modular System
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Siemens: The SIRIUS Modular System

The SIRIUS modular system with its components for the switching, starting, protection and monitoring of motors and industrial systems stands for the fast, flexible and space-saving construction of control cabinets. The SIRIUS modular system in sizes S00 to S3 up to 55 kW/400 V (AC-3: 110 A) has been completely revised with respect to both the main and the control circuits.

Omron: New G2RV-ST and G3RV-ST Relays
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Omron: New G2RV-ST and G3RV-ST Relays

Speedier relays are a key requirement in today’s fast-paced manufacturing industry, and Omron responded to this need with the new ST relays that are among the fastest currently available on the market. Omron Automation Americas recently launched new G2RV-ST and G3RV-ST Slim Relays. These industry-leading switching speeds allow for use in a wider range of applications, including PLC outputs for heating applications and bottling lines.

Panduit: CCSSTR2025-X Stainless Steel Trefoil Cable Cleat
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Panduit: CCSSTR2025-X Stainless Steel Trefoil Cable Cleat

The CCSSTR2025-X Stainless Steel Trefoil Cable Cleat offers protection against extreme environments and high short circuit current faults. The cable cleat is certified to IEC 61914:2015, tested up to 172kA peak fault current and retains cables in the event of a short circuit fault. Compatible with cable diameter of 20-25mm and installs using a separately sold mounting bracket or direct to the cable tray rung via fixing hole and user-supplied M8 bolt. Features 316L SS and removable spacer.

Weidmuller: PLC 5 Migration Adapter
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Weidmuller: PLC 5 Migration Adapter

Weidmüller’s universal conversion/migration platform will substantially reduce the time and expense of updating your legacy systems to any new PLC or DCS system. With increasing plant complexity, the obsolescence of certain PLCs and the relentless growth in demand for I /O signlas, many installations or plants are having to replace existing controllers with new ones, without modifying existing field cabling.

BX-M2510 BOX Computer
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Contec: BX-M2510 BOX Computer – A High-Power Embedded Fanless PC with New Heat Dissipation Tech

Contec Co., Ltd. has recently developed the BX-M2510 BOX Computer, a high-power embedded fanless PC that utilizes newly developed heat dissipation technology for a 40% wider operating temperature range. Ordering for this new product will begin in January 2023. This new embedded PC supports 9th generation Intel Core desktop processors. The top-of-the-line model (BX-M2510-J8) is equipped with an 8-core, 16-thread Xeon® E-2278GEL processor.

Allied Electronics & Automation Offers the Largest Selection of Industrial Control Solutions in North America
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Allied Electronics & Automation Offers the Largest Selection of Industrial Control Solutions in North America

Allied Electronics & Automation is the largest authorized distributor of industrial control equipment in North America, offering well more than 197,000 products optimized for industrial control systems. Industrial control systems (ICS) are comprised of devices, systems, networks, and controls used to electronically operate or automate industrial processes in the manufacturing, public utilities, chemical and petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, oil & gas, automotive, and transportation industries.