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RS Adds 3 New Suppliers With Solutions for the Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy, and Transportation Markets
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RS Adds 3 New Suppliers With Solutions for the Industrial, Infrastructure, Energy, and Transportation Markets

RS is proud to announce three new suppliers: Niryo, HELUKABEL, and MGM Transformer Company. Niryo is a French startup company that specializes in affordable, easily deployable, and user-friendly desktop collaborative robotics (cobots) designed to democratize access to these essential Industry 4.0 technologies. HELUKABEL is a trusted supplier of innovative, high-quality, and reliable cable, wire, and accessories engineered for industrial, infrastructure, renewable energy, transportation, traffic, media, building, and event applications. MGM Transformer Company is a large independent transformer manufacturer west of the Mississippi.

RS: Red Lion’s New N-Tron Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switches
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RS: Red Lion’s New N-Tron Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switches

Red Lion’s N-Tron Series NT5000 gigabit managed Ethernet switches are engineered for ease of use, security, and durability and ideally suited for use in the factory automation, robotics, food and beverage, oil and gas, alternative energy, water and wastewater, marine, and rail industries. A configuration wizard and graphical dashboard make installation and setup a breeze; security features help administrators protect networks from unauthorized access; and a rugged design ensures years of reliable operation in harsh industrial environments.

Mitsubishi Electric Automation: New IQ-F Series Compact FX5S PLC – Powerful, Affordable, and Easy-to-Use
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Mitsubishi Electric Automation: New IQ-F Series Compact FX5S PLC – Powerful, Affordable, and Easy-to-Use

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. expands its line of MELSEC iQ-F series compact controllers to now offer a basic model providing OEMs with an all-in-one controller for small machines up to 60 I/O with integrated Ethernet connectivity. The FX5S PLC is a solution for simple automation applications at a more affordable price than the original FX5U high-performance model and FX5UJ mid-range model.

NSI Industries: LYNN HyperDropFOSC Fiber Management Enclosure Series
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NSI Industries: LYNN HyperDropFOSC Fiber Management Enclosure Series

Now available and designed for aerial, pedestal, and underground (handhole, manhole) environments, the new line includes three enclosures (144-, 288-, and 576-fiber) and two splice trays (24- and 72-fiber). “Designed for the outside plant network, the HyperDropFOSC series is a proven fiber management enclosure with a reliable sealing system,” explained Charles Hoskins, V.P. of Product Development. “Cable seals employ heat-shrink sleeves and hot-melt adhesive installed with a hot-air gun.”

HMS Networks: Next-Generation Gateways with Anybus Communicator EtherCAT Main Device
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HMS Networks: Next-Generation Gateways with Anybus Communicator EtherCAT Main Device

HMS has recently launched the Next-Generation Gateways with Anybus Communicator EtherCAT Main Device, a high-performance gateway that provides an easy and reliable way to connect EtherCAT subordinate devices to different industrial networks and control systems. In recent years, EtherCAT has rapidly gained popularity and is now the third most widely installed industrial network in factory automation globally, and the preferred choice in the semiconductor industry.

Phoenix Contact: THERMOMARK E SERIES Automated Identification
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Phoenix Contact: THERMOMARK E SERIES Automated Identification

The new THERMOMARK E SERIES from Phoenix Contact makes industrial identification simpler and more efficient. The system is the first on the market to combine printing and application into a single step, reducing marking time by up to 60 percent. The modular system consists of standard thermal transfer roll printers that can be combined with four different applicators. The three applicators for conductor and cable marking and one for terminal marking provide flexible marking options to meet specific needs.

Littelfuse: New LTKAK2-L Series High Power TVS Diodes in Surface Mount Package
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Littelfuse: New LTKAK2-L Series High Power TVS Diodes in Surface Mount Package

Littelfuse, Inc. recently announced the release of its latest product, the LTKAK2-L Series High Power TVS Diodes. This surface mount solution addresses the market demand for automated PCB assembly process-compatible TVS diodes with a high surge rating. The LTKAK2-L Series TVS Diodes offer a compact, surface mount package compatible with automated PCB assembly processes. The smaller solution in a modified SMTO-218 package allows designers to achieve robust circuit protection with less PCB space than the available axial leaded solutions.

ROLEC: More Options for taraSMART Modular Suspension Arm System
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ROLEC: More Options for taraSMART Modular Suspension Arm System

ROLEC has added more components to its taraSMART (IP 54) range of modular suspension arms. Users can now configure their perfect support arm from a choice of 22 different components. Tough, stylish taraSMART supports displays, panel PCs and HMI enclosures weighing up to 100 lbs (45 kg). The range offers advanced technical features but at an attractive price point. Applications include smart factory automation, modern machine control systems, robotics, process automation, medical/laboratory technology and information stations.

AutomationDirect: C-more CM5 HMIs
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AutomationDirect: C-more CM5 HMIs

AutomationDirect has recently added the next generation of the popular C-more HMI product line. The CM5 HMI series offers lower cost, high-performance HMIs in sizes from 4 inches to an impressive 22 inches. These HMIs have an amazing 1.6 GHz processor in the larger units (10” and above), 43 Mbytes of memory, and provide much better trending, extra data storage, faster communication, and improved file types including jpegs.

Hammond Manufacturing: Flame-Retardant ABS 1556 Family
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Hammond Manufacturing: Flame-Retardant ABS 1556 Family

The new 14-strong flame-retardant ABS IP54 1556 family, rated UL94-V0, is inspired by Hammond Manufacturing’s recently launched IP68 polycarbonate 1557 series. It follows the same modern rounded corners and top face styling and introduces rectangular versions to complement the square format versions derived from the 1557 series. IP54 sealed for general purpose indoor use, the ABS material gives a lower price point than the polycarbonate used in the 1557, which is designed for installation outdoors and in aggressive environments.

Panduit: IndustrialNet Copper Cable
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Panduit: IndustrialNet Copper Cable

Introducing the IndustrialNet Copper Cable from Panduit, an industrial ethernet cable for use in harsh environments. It is a marine grade, Category 7, 4-pair cable that is 22 AWG stranded, S/FTP (shielded with foiled twisted pairs) and LSZH (low smoke zero halogen), is resistant to oil, fuel, UV and MUD, and is SHF2 compliant. This cable comes in a black HDPE jacket, are DNV/GL and ABS certified, and come in 1640ft/500m reels.

Prodrive: Controllers (PLC & Embedded Controller)
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Prodrive: Controllers (PLC & Embedded Controller)

Optimal controller systems – Prodrive Technologies integrates their ARM-based System on Module (SoM) technology with a wide range of standard available interfaces and tailored enclosures, resulting in a product that optimally matches your application. Using their software base, you can rely on reliable interface drivers and security features. Prodrive builds their products from mature building blocks for high quality and short time-to-market.

Phoenix Contact: Modular CHARX System for 19″ Rack Mounting
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Phoenix Contact: Modular CHARX System for 19″ Rack Mounting

With the modular CHARX system for 19″ rack mounting, Phoenix Contact offers a solution for the quick and economical setup of full-coverage fast charging infrastructure. The system in a standard 19″ format consists of several coordinated modules for distributing, transforming, and controlling the charging current. They can be combined to suit any charging situation. The new CHARX power distribution module supplies all components in the charging station with AC mains power.

SICK: IO-Link – Industry 4.0 for Everyone
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SICK: IO-Link – Industry 4.0 for Everyone

IO-Link offers new options for communication between the system control and field level: Sensors and actuators become active process participants in an end-to-end automation network. As senders, they independently report errors and statuses to the control. As receivers, on the other hand, they receive signals – and process them. The result: cost and process optimization throughout the entire supply chain – across all industries.

AutomationDirect: New I/O, Communication, and Power Options for the Productivity Family of Controllers
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AutomationDirect: New I/O, Communication, and Power Options for the Productivity Family of Controllers

AutomationDirect has released several new modules for the Productivity family of controllers. Two new lower-cost, high-resolution, four-channel analog input modules, supporting current (0-20 mA) or voltage (0-10 VDC) signals, are now available for the Productivity1000 PLC. The ProductivityOpen Arduino-based controller line now offers a 2-port serial communications shield that provides a reliable interface between the ProOpen controller and serial networks/devices. The P1AM-SERIAL is housed in an industrialized Arduino MKR form factor and each 4-pin port supports RS-232 or RS-485 communication.