The great advantage of the modular operating concept is the connection of several expansion modules via a basic module and the associated saving of costs. Only the basic module includes the bus-specific bus connection and the bus node which communicates with the corresponding bus system. Thus, the basic module is the most complex module of the total package.
Recently, Mencom was very pleased to announce that most of their circular connector product lines are now IP69 rated. The products include cordsets, receptacles and accessories for MIN size I, II and III (Brad Mini-Change Connectors), MDC (M12 with A-code), MEC (M12 with B-code), MAC (1/2”-20 with C-code), Ethernet (M12 with D-code), and Network Bus series.
HEIDENHAIN’s new PlantMonitor is a digital solution to aid the manufacturing shop floor. Now available for companies interested in simultaneously monitoring and analyzing production data at multiple sites utilizing machine tools where at least one is equipped with a HEIDENHAIN TNC control/StateMonitor software combination per site, this new PlantMonitor can aggregate the data onto one screen for review.
Two product versions have been added to Phoenix Contact’s portfolio of narrow surge protective devices for MCR technology with an overall width of just 6 mm. With TTC-6P-2×2 and TTC-6P-4×1, items are now available for protecting both analog and digital 4-conductor applications. Both product versions feature a modular design. They consist of a base element and protective plug, and have an integrated disconnect device.
The FLASHTRAB-MB surge protective device from Phoenix Contact is based on innovative carbon spark gap technology and meets high lightning protection requirements. The new FLT-MB-T1-264/12.5…UT-R surge protective devices are available in three different circuit versions. They are therefore suitable for use in 1-phase TN-S or TT systems as well as in 3-phase TN-C, TN-S, or TT systems.
ARBOR presents the ASLAN-W10 series which comes with a 16:9 aspect ratio widescreen display, with sizes ranging from 15.6, 18.5 to 21.5 inch. In addition, the front Panel IP66 is suitable for industrial applications and the factory environment. All ASLAN units have 4 USB 3.2 Gen2, 3 RJ-45 with GbE and 2.5 GbE, and 3 COM ports, and provide M.2 expansion slots and SMA antenna holes for optional wireless connectivity.
OKW’s DATEC-CONTROL handheld enclosures for large graphics displays are now available with a wide choice of battery options. DATEC-CONTROL is ideal for applications including mobile data collection and transfer, measuring and control technology, medical and wellness devices, Smart Factory and Industry 4.0. Smart ergonomics ensure these big, robust ABS enclosures are well balanced and comfortable to hold despite their capacious size.
ROLEC’s new aluDOOR hinged-lid enclosures are ideal for industrial electronics used in challenging environments. Applications will include factory automation, sensors and detection, ship technology, railway systems, machine control, robotics and flow metering. Tough but elegant aluDOOR is a go-anywhere aluminum enclosure which can be mounted on walls, bulkheads, machines and workstations.
Parker Hannifin recently announced the launch of the new SensoControl SCP04 pressure sensor for hydrogen applications. With this latest development, Parker is following its strategy of engineering products for new markets and future applications. Hydrogen is more and more frequently used in all kinds of transportation equipment: from trucks to buses to trains and marine. In order to enable the production, transportation, fuelling and storage of hydrogen, new products and solutions are necessary.
Production personnel can work safely and efficiently using the new Allen-Bradley 450L Perimeter Access Control (PAC) GuardShield safety light curtains from Rockwell Automation. Subject to risk assessment, light curtains eliminate the need for hard guarding and gates, while allowing frequent, easier and safe access to hazardous areas. Designed for whole-body detection, PAC light curtains are typically positioned around an area or in front of a machine entry or exit that poses a moderate to high risk of operator injury.
The new configurable Series 09 in-cabin keypads from EAO are developed in accordance with IATF 16949 and can be combined within a modular design – for reliable and safe E1 applications in the interiors of heavy-duty and special vehicles.
PACSystems RXi HMI delivers visualization for the digital age: intuitive graphics, smartphone-like usability, collaboration from anywhere and industrial ruggedness.
Modern ship technology is inconceivable without automation systems. In many cases, the requirements are similar to those in the industry: recording, evaluating and monitoring a constantly growing number of signals; then converting the results into control commands within a defined time. On a ship, automation faces additional, very specific requirements: Space is usually even more limited than on land.
In a southern Germany hospital, 225 patient beds were equipped with new flexible monitors, making the screen position easy to change. However, due to poor quality cabling, the monitors did not withstand the stresses associated with everyday use. HELUKABEL took a closer look at the problem and found a solution by supplying a much stronger cable with greater durability that is typically applied to machine control panels.
AutomationDirect has added RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Read/Write modules from Contrinex. RFID technology uses radio frequencies to read and write data to/from electronic labels called tags. As opposed to standard barcode readers, RFID technology doesn’t require a line of sight between the tag and the Read/Write module to operate, and tags store a large amount of data that can be edited.
