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PULS Power: DIN Rail Power Supplies with EtherCAT
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PULS Power: DIN Rail Power Supplies with EtherCAT

PULS power supplies with integrated EtherCAT ports can be directly connected to EtherCAT controllers – without the need for additional gateways, providing easy and rapid access to all application data and power supply functions. The real-time capabilities and high-speed transmission of EtherCAT is ideal for condition monitoring, logging, maintenance and remote in large-scale systems. The power supply data can also be used within real-time control loops. Based on the data, drives or other high-energy users can be controlled in an optimal way to keep the dynamic power needs within the capabilities of the power supply system. This enables improved system efficiency as power supplies can be used at the optimal operating point.

Littelfuse: 75930 Series – 32V DC 300A DPST Battery Master Disconnect Switch
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Littelfuse: 75930 Series – 32V DC 300A DPST Battery Master Disconnect Switch

With a patented weld breaker safety feature and integrated lockout/tagout, the 75930-Series Battery Master Disconnect Switch with Auxiliary Contact is designed for safely cutting off battery power to all electrical systems aboard heavy-duty vehicles and equipment used in mining, agriculture, construction, and transportation. This dual-pole, single-throw (DPST) manual battery disconnect switch is constructed with a robust engineered polymer housing, offering a contemporary design that stands up to the harsh conditions typically found in commercial vehicle environments.

Teledyne FLIR Expands Ex Pro-Series Thermography Cameras for Quick and Effective Inspections 
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Teledyne FLIR Expands Ex Pro-Series Thermography Cameras for Quick and Effective Inspections 

Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has recently announced the focus-free FLIR E5 Pro and FLIR E6 Pro cameras, providing a larger 3.5-inch touchscreen display along with access to FLIR Ignite Cloud connectivity within the same point-and-shoot, pistol-grip form factor as legacy Ex-Series thermal cameras. The versatile cameras are designed primarily for close-up, professional-grade mechanical, building, and electrical thermal inspection scenarios. These include detecting water intrusion, air leaks, electrical connections, temperature differentials between equipment, and impending equipment failure.

OKW: IK/IP-Rated SOLID-BOX for Industrial Touch Screen and Display Electronics
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OKW: IK/IP-Rated SOLID-BOX for Industrial Touch Screen and Display Electronics

More electronics designers are specifying OKW’s tough SOLID-BOX to safeguard sensitive touch screens, control panels and displays in harsh industrial environments. IK 08 (impact) and IP 66/IP 67 (ingress) protection make SOLID-BOX ideal for plant and machine construction, HVAC, IoT/IIoT, Smart Factory/Industry 4.0, gateways, data loggers, ICT, electrical installations, measurement/control, agriculture/farming, sensor systems and safety engineering.

LOVATO Electric: New Double Contact Elements and Auto-Monitoring Contact Element
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LOVATO Electric: New Double Contact Elements and Auto-Monitoring Contact Element

LOVATO Electric enriches the range of pushbutton and selectors Platinum series with the new double contact elements and auto-monitoring contact element. The double contact elements provide the flexibility of two contacts (1NO+1NC, 2NO or 2NC) within the same dimensions as a single contact (LPXC10 or LPXC01). The new auto–monitoring contact is replacing the previous auto-monitoring contact versions (LPXC01SM and LPXC02SM) with a new, more compact design that maintains the same dimensions as a standard single contact.

Emerson: New NI mioDAQ USB Data Acquisition Technology Delivers Quality Insight to More Engineers
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Emerson: New NI mioDAQ USB Data Acquisition Technology Delivers Quality Insight to More Engineers

Emerson has recently expanded its NI USB data acquisition (DAQ) product line with the new NI mioDAQ device. To help engineers meet the increasing demand to improve quality and reduce time-to-market when developing advanced electronic technologies, the NI mioDAQ solution offers improved measurement performance, more powerful software and an easier setup experience.

Rockwell Automation: Stratix 4300 Brings New Wireless Interfaces and a New Edge
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Rockwell Automation: Stratix 4300 Brings New Wireless Interfaces and a New Edge

The Stratix 4300 Remote Access Router solution now has both Wi-Fi and LTE (cellular) wireless options available. These options include Ethernet only (existing product with 2 or 5 ports), Ethernet and Wi-Fi (2 or 5 ports), Ethernet and LTE (2 or 5 ports), and Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and LTE (2 or 5 ports). The addition of these wireless interfaces for Wi-Fi and LTE (cellular) allows customers to use the Stratix 4300 in applications where a physical Ethernet connection may be difficult or not desired. Wireless options on the Stratix 4300 router help users reduce downtime, maintain business continuity, and enable a productive workforce.

RS PRO Planned Maintenance Solutions Keep Production Lines up and Costs Down
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RS PRO Planned Maintenance Solutions Keep Production Lines up and Costs Down

RS offers an extensive selection of RS PRO brand products essential for planned maintenance processes. Planned maintenance, a basic form of preventative maintenance also referred to as scheduled maintenance, is an inescapable element of every industrial production process. Organizations in virtually every sector of the industrial market — ranging from process and discrete manufacturers to energy and utility and facility and intralogistics companies — must engage in regular maintenance, like lubricating and tightening moving parts and replacing worn out components, to ensure machines operate at peak performance and meet production and service goals.

Siemens: SDV7 Medium-Voltage Outdoor Distribution Circuit Breakers Are Now UL Listed
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Siemens: SDV7 Medium-Voltage Outdoor Distribution Circuit Breakers Are Now UL Listed

Siemens is proud to announce that its SDV7 family of medium-voltage outdoor distribution circuit breakers has been verified by UL Solutions to meet the requirements found in the relevant industry standards (IEEE Standard C37.04 and IEEE Standard C37.09, respectively). Additionally, through rigorous tests, UL Solutions determined that these circuit breakers meet the safety requirements of IEEE Standard C37.20.7, “Guide for Testing Switchgear Rated Up to 52 kV for Internal Arcing Faults.” A testament to the quality and reliability of Siemens’ SDV7 circuit breakers, the UL verification provides a reliable benchmark for product quality and performance.

Phoenix Contact: clipx Engineer – Worker Assistance Software for Terminal Strip Assembly in Control Cabinet Building
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Phoenix Contact: clipx Engineer – Worker Assistance Software for Terminal Strip Assembly in Control Cabinet Building

The clipx Engineer engineering software from Phoenix Contact optimizes data consistency from the circuit diagram to the finished control cabinet. The new clipx Engineer assemble worker assistance software is designed for the assembly process of terminal strips. It can be integrated into the engineering software as a paid add-on and provides all the necessary data from the engineering process for assembly. This enables seamless integration into existing workflows. With direct data transmission from engineering and the consistent provision of all necessary production data, users benefit from significant time savings.

Phoenix Contact: PT 2.5-4L Four-Level Terminal Block Series with Push-in Technology – Clever Circuit Design That Requires Minimal Space in the Control Cabinet
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Phoenix Contact: PT 2.5-4L Four-Level Terminal Block Series with Push-in Technology – Clever Circuit Design That Requires Minimal Space in the Control Cabinet

The use of multi-level terminal blocks offers huge potential savings when it comes to the space required in the control cabinet. The new and particularly compact PT 2,5-4L four-level terminal block series with Push-in Technology from Phoenix Contact is a space-saving solution for mounting terminal strips. With a width of just 5.2 mm, the product family includes feed-through, disconnect, and knife-disconnect terminal blocks as well as various function versions that enable the compact integration of function plugs and components. With a nominal cross-section of 2.5 mm² and a nominal current of 24 A at a nominal voltage of 800 V, the terminal blocks cover a wide range of applications.

OKW: DATEC-TERMINAL Plastic Enclosures Now in 2 Versions
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OKW: DATEC-TERMINAL Plastic Enclosures Now in 2 Versions

OKW’s popular DATEC-TERMINAL plastic enclosures are now available with or without a separate terminal section. Tough, stylish DATEC-TERMINAL is ideal for data collection, security and access control, measurement and control, HVAC, medical/wellness and point-of-sale devices. A wide choice of lids and covers (accessories) adds IP 54 ingress protection and makes these ergonomic desktop and wall-mount enclosures highly versatile. The operating area is inclined by 20° for comfortable viewing and operation. It is recessed to protect a membrane keypad.

Weidmuller: New PowerCrimper Vario Offers High Flexibility and Security
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Weidmuller: New PowerCrimper Vario Offers High Flexibility and Security

Weidmuller USA has recently introduced the PowerCrimper Vario, a semi-automated machine with a purely electrical-powered drive for high process flexibility and security in applications that require durable crimping connections. “Reliable, secure crimp connections are essential for ensuring maximum productivity in field operations,” said Carlus Hicks, Director Cabinet Products Division with Weidmuller USA.

Weidmuller USA: New BOLTcontrol Blade Monitoring System
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Weidmuller USA: New BOLTcontrol Blade Monitoring System

Weidmuller USA has recently introduced BOLTcontrol – an innovative monitoring system that detects broken bolts or studs in the blade root that connects to the hub and alerts operators immediately. With BOLTcontrol, broken bolts are held securely in place with detection plates, which prevents consequential damage that would result if the pieces fell into the hub and ricocheted as it rotated. By continuously monitoring the rotor blade bolts, BOLTcontrol minimizes downtime, reduces repair costs and ensures the safe uninterrupted operation of the turbine.

AutomationDirect: LUTZE ELECTRONIC Flexible Control and Signal Cable
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AutomationDirect: LUTZE ELECTRONIC Flexible Control and Signal Cable

AutomationDirect has added LUTZE ELECTRONIC shielded or unshielded flexible control and signal cable. This industrial-grade multi-conductor cable is ideal for use in machines and machine tools, plant cabling, HVAC technology, assembly/production lines, process instrumentation, and industrial controls. These cables are 300V rated and are third-party evaluated by ECOLAB for resistance to cleaning agents and chemicals commonly used in food and beverage washdown procedures.

AutomationDirect: RHINO PSE-S Series Encapsulated Chassis Mount Power Supplies
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AutomationDirect: RHINO PSE-S Series Encapsulated Chassis Mount Power Supplies

AutomationDirect has added the RHINO PSE-S series power supplies which are fully encapsulated in ultra-compact, low-profile housings and ideal for space-limited applications. These cost-effective power supplies offer a wide input voltage range, up to 89% efficiency, and are available in 5, 12, 15, and 24 VDC output voltage options with up to 4.1A/50W.  Select models are NEC Class 2 compliant.