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Omron: IEC 62443-4-1 Certification Enhances Information Security
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Omron: IEC 62443-4-1 Certification Enhances Information Security

Omron Automation Americas takes a significant stride towards bolstering information security for customer factories and production equipment. The company now is certified by the guidelines and requirements of IEC 62443-4-1 for establishing a secure development lifecycle for its Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) products and software. IEC 62443-4-1 is an internationally recognized standard that focuses on enhancing the security of industrial automation and control systems (IACS). By achieving this certification, Omron demonstrates its unwavering commitment to implementing robust security measures and adhering to industry best practices.

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Weidmuller Unveils Space-Saving TERMSERIES-COMPACT Modules

Weidmuller USA has recently unveiled the latest innovation in connectivity for use in all types of industry sectors – the TERMSERIES-COMPACT, a versatile all-rounder in terminal-based design. These cutting-edge relay modules are incredibly compact with a width of only 6.4mm and a low height, making them a perfect fit for any low cabinet box. Another game-changing feature is the ability to customize them for space-saving needs in applications that require a normally open contact version or a fused relay output version. With TERMSERIES-COMPACT, there’s no longer a need for extra terminal blocks with fuses.

8 Factors for Panel Builders to Consider When Choosing a Thermal Management Supplier
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8 Factors for Panel Builders to Consider When Choosing a Thermal Management Supplier

By: Kooltronic August 18, 2023 Building electrical enclosures presents many challenges. Considerations such as ingress protection, mechanical strength, component costs, National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance, and thermal management are equally important when building safe, reliable, cost-effective control cabinets. Panel builders may also face challenges related to the availability of materials, the complexity of the design,…

RS Is Stocking Honeywell’s Four New EV Sensor Series
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RS Is Stocking Honeywell’s Four New EV Sensor Series

RS is now stocking all four of the new electric vehicle (EV) sensor series recently launched by Honeywell. While U.S. EV adoption continues to lag in comparison to China and Europe, with EVs still accounting for less than 1% of the 279 million cars and light trucks registered in the U.S., EVs made up 5.6% of all new U.S. car registrations in 2022, which is up from 3.1% in 2021 and just 1.8% in 2020. One reason for this recent market growth is that EV manufacturers have released both more and more affordable vehicles.

ebm-papst: AxiForce Tubeaxial Fan Series
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ebm-papst: AxiForce Tubeaxial Fan Series

More powerful and quiet than ever before, ebm-papst’s AxiForce tubeaxial fan series supports technologies that are essential for a modern, networked future. The brain of most modern day systems like production lines and mobile network infrastructure is typically housed inside an industrial control cabinet. These enclosures safeguard internal components from outside influences like temperature fluctuations, contaminants, and possible tampering while also protecting the public from coming into direct contact with any of the sensitive electronic equipment.

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Rockwell Automation: ArcShield Technology for CENTERLINE 2100 Motor Control Centers

To help increase workforce safety and mitigate arc flash damage, Rockwell Automation developed ArcShield technology for CENTERLINE motor control centers (MCCs). And now, this arc flash safety technology has been expanded for Canadian manufacturers with high-amp applications typical in the oil, gas, mining, water treatment and power generation industries.

Hammond Manufacturing: HYJ Series Hygienic Type 4X Stainless Steel Junction Box
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Hammond Manufacturing: HYJ Series Hygienic Type 4X Stainless Steel Junction Box

Introducing the HYJ series hygienic type 4X stainless steel junction box from Hammond Manufacturing, which is designed to enclose electrical and/or electronic equipment and protect against harsh, hygienic environments for junction box and wallmount applications. The junction box is sloped on 4 sides prevent water from resting on top regardless of enclosure orientation, with hex head design screws and door-edge mounted silicone gasket to allow for easy cleaning in hose-down environments.

IMO: SD1 & HD2 Dual Rated AC Variable Speed Inverter Drives
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IMO: SD1 & HD2 Dual Rated AC Variable Speed Inverter Drives

IMO has released a pair of dual rated AC variable speed inverter drives, the SD1 and HD2 series. The SD1 range is the ultimate variable speed drive for you. Easy to set up, and comprehensively specified for use in virtually any application, the SD1 is IMO’s first complete range of variable speed drives which offer STO (SIL2 / SIL3) dependent upon model. The HD2 range of inverters offer unrivalled performance. Designed for controlling asynchronous AC induction motors and permanent magnet synchronous motors, the HD2 torque vector control range are packed full of features as standard that you would usually expect to find on considerably higher specified inverters.

Banner Engineering: XS26 Safety Controller – Remotely Configure and View Information Safely
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Banner Engineering: XS26 Safety Controller – Remotely Configure and View Information Safely

Streamline operations and minimize costs with the latest in Banner’s XS26 series of expandable safety controllers and software. By adding network access capabilities to XS26 models with Ethernet, controls engineers can remain in one location while accessing safety controllers remotely. Operators can both send configurations and view safety and diagnostic information in real time without interrupting the process or entering a hazardous area.

TPC Wire & Cable: New Thermo-Trex Line Wire and Cable Additions
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TPC Wire & Cable: New Thermo-Trex Line Wire and Cable Additions

TPC Wire & Cable (TPC) has recently expanded its comprehensive industrial wire & cable portfolio with two new additions to their Thermo-Trex family: Thermo-Trex 2000 Shielded Multi-Conductor and Multi-Pair Cable and Thermo-Trex 2800 RTD Cable. TPC’s Thermo-Trex brand is the solution for a high temperature resistant cable available in many different configurations gauge sizes for power or control applications. 

AutomationDirect: AchieVe WDN Series Narrow Finger Wire Duct
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AutomationDirect: AchieVe WDN Series Narrow Finger Wire Duct

AutomationDirect has added AchieVe WDN series wire duct, providing more options for dependable wire management at great prices. This rugged, open slot, narrow finger, rigid wall wire duct is made of self-extinguishing UL 94 V-0 rated flame-retardant PVC material. AchieVe wire duct also features convenient upper and lower score lines to facilitate breaking off individual fingers when extra space is needed for wider cables.

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RS Announces New Product Design Center to Further Expand DesignSpark Capabilities

RS recently announced a further expansion in the capability of DesignSpark — its fast-growing online community for engineers — with its new Product Design Center, shortly after the reveal of its new circuit simulator tool. The design center includes a rich pool of technical information about more than one billion electronic component part numbers, enabling DesignSpark members to make more informed decisions about the products they use in their designs.

Hammond Manufacturing: HN4 FSTD Series Type 4 Two Door Freestanding Enclosure
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Hammond Manufacturing: HN4 FSTD Series Type 4 Two Door Freestanding Enclosure

Introducing the HN4 FSTD Series Type 4 two door freestanding enclosure from Hammond Manufacturing, designed to house electrical, electronic, hydraulic or pneumatic controls and instruments, and provides protection where equipment may be hosed down or otherwise be very wet, or in specific applications.

RS Adds Seven New Suppliers That Expand its Selection of Lighting, Enclosure, and Connectivity Products
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RS Adds Seven New Suppliers That Expand its Selection of Lighting, Enclosure, and Connectivity Products

RS has recently added seven new suppliers: Columbia Lighting, Compass, Dual-Lite, EXO Outdoor Lighting, NX Lighting Controls, Phoenix Mecano, and Remke. The seven new suppliers provide customers with access to an even broader selection of commercial, industrial, and outdoor lighting, electrical and electronic enclosures, and cable grips and cord connectors. Columbia Lighting, Compass, Dual-Lite, EXO Outdoor Lighting, and NX Lighting Control are all part of Current’s HLI brand portfolio, which offers a wide variety of lighting and control solutions engineered to create beautiful, functional, and safe environments.

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Toshiba: RemotEye HMI for the Toshiba 480VDC SCiB Energy Storage System

Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) has recently released the RemotEye Human-Machine Interface (HMI), designed for the Toshiba 480VDC SCiB (Lithium Titanate Oxide or LTO) Energy Storage System (ESS). The RemotEye HMI is composed of a seven-inch touchscreen graphic display providing users with in-depth analytics and operational details of their SCiB Energy Storage Systems.