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Beckhoff at Achema 2024
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Beckhoff at Achema 2024

At Achema 2024 from June 10 – 14, Beckhoff will showcase innovative solutions for the process industry’s entire value chain, ranging from manufacturing to packaging. As a specialist in PC- and EtherCAT-based control technology, Beckhoff will present an integrated control system for automating all process steps as part of it’s comprehensive product portfolio. Beckhoff’s concepts for plant digitalization, smart product transport systems for flexible packaging processes, and the Linux-based control with TwinCAT will take center stage.

Burkert: Valve Island Type 8652 with PROFINET System Redundancy S2
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Burkert: Valve Island Type 8652 with PROFINET System Redundancy S2

System redundancy is essential in the process industry or for infrastructure facilities as the systems must be maintained even in the event of a failure. If a machine, system or system control fails, the company incurs high costs due to the downtime and the associated loss of production. Therefore, the valve island Type 8652 is available with both PROFINET media redundancy protocol (MRP) and system redundancy S2.

LYNN Announces Custom Engraving & Branding for Enclosures, Plates, & Panels
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LYNN Announces Custom Engraving & Branding for Enclosures, Plates, & Panels

LYNN, a big brand of custom fiber optic and copper cable assemblies from NSI, is proud to announce custom engraving options to personalize products and projects for its customers. “Our customers can now customize their next installation with personalized laser-engraving from LYNN,” explained Charles Hoskins, V.P. of Product Development. “We offer engraving for most cable management and connectivity products, including enclosures, plates, and panels. This is an ideal option for those that want to have a company, municipality, or even individual name and/or logo permanently engraved on any number of products for security, in-the-field branding, and customer retention.”

Siemens: New SINAMICS G115D Distributed Drive System Specifically Designed for Conveyor Applications
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Siemens: New SINAMICS G115D Distributed Drive System Specifically Designed for Conveyor Applications

With its new SINAMICS G115D, Siemens is introducing a new, compact and powerful drive system specifically designed for horizontal conveyor applications. The drive system comprises the motor, drive and gearbox in one unit and is offered in two versions — wall-mounted and motor-mounted. The SINAMICS G115D drive system is characterized by a robust design with a high IP protection class (up to IP66 / UL Type 4X) and is suitable for use in harsh environments.  Thanks to its compact dimensions, the SINAMICS G115D can be easily installed in confined areas.

RS Offers Banner Engineering’s Extensive Portfolio of Sensor Products for Industrial Applications
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RS Offers Banner Engineering’s Extensive Portfolio of Sensor Products for Industrial Applications

RS offers Banner Engineering’s extensive portfolio of sensor products, which spans a wide variety of sensor technologies — including photoelectric, laser, and radar — and can satisfy the needs of almost any industrial automation application.

Phoenix Contact: New Addition to CAPAROC Electronic Circuit Breaker System
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Phoenix Contact: New Addition to CAPAROC Electronic Circuit Breaker System

The newest addition to the CAPAROC circuit breaker system from Phoenix Contact can communicate with PLCs via EtherNet/IP, one of the most common industrial protocols in the U.S. The CAPAROC system collects power data and signals so that users can respond to an issue before a failure occurs. The EtherNet/IP power module ensures consistent communication and control of the circuit breaker modules that protect the end devices.

HELUKABEL: Enhanced AS-Interface Product Portfolio Features Round Cable Design
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HELUKABEL: Enhanced AS-Interface Product Portfolio Features Round Cable Design

HELUKABEL has enhanced its AS-Interface (ASi) bus cable offering by adding a round cable design suitable for use in drag chain applications. Traditionally, ASi bus cables are flat and deliver both power and transmit signals in applications such as building automation, process automation, factory automation, and transportation. However, when drag chain-rated ASi bus cable is…

Cembre: Thermal Transfer Printer Offers Freedom to Print Everywhere
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Cembre: Thermal Transfer Printer Offers Freedom to Print Everywhere

MARKINGENIUS®MG4 is Cembre’s newest solution for identification and labeling requirements designed to offer a high quality and long-lasting print for text logos electrical symbols QR codes and all kinds of vector images. Equipped with a ribbon save system, a useful function that allows you to consume only the ribbon needed for printing. This increases autonomy and…

Elesa: Handles with Monostable Switch and LED Indicator Light
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Elesa: Handles with Monostable Switch and LED Indicator Light

The M.2000-SWM Handles from Elesa are engineered to offer a superior ergonomic grip while incorporating advanced features that ensure precise control and immediate feedback. The integration of a monostable switch and LED indicator light sets a new standard in industrial handle design, providing users with a versatile and reliable solution for their operational needs. This…

Finder: Expanded OPTA Series Features Three New Modules
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Finder: Expanded OPTA Series Features Three New Modules

The OPTA Programmable Logic Relay range from Finder is supplemented with three new expansion modules, expanding the potential of the PLR. The OPTA PLR is a collaboration between Finder and Arduino Pro, producing a new level of technology, opening up multiple possibilities of use. OPTA is the first PLR, as reliable as a Finder industrial…

Schmersal: IP69K Series Pushbuttons Combine Advanced Sealing with Hygienic Design
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Schmersal: IP69K Series Pushbuttons Combine Advanced Sealing with Hygienic Design

The N Series from Schmersal features an IP69K-rated hygienic design that includes special seals to prevent the ingress of water, dirt and bacteria in the gaps between the fixed and moving device parts. The IP69K rating originates from the German standard DIN 40050-9 which evaluated road vehicles that are exposed to regular and intensive cleaning….

Grace Technologies: MagView Housing Offers Low-profile Panel Interface Connector with Patented Magnetic Seal
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Grace Technologies: MagView Housing Offers Low-profile Panel Interface Connector with Patented Magnetic Seal

Grace Technologies has developed a revolutionary low-profile panel interface housing featuring a patented magnetic seal. The MagView panel interface housing solution significantly enhances through-door access for programming or troubleshooting PLCs and powering connections for laptops, setting a new standard in industrial safety and productivity. The MagView solution boosts task productivity by up to 90% and…

Dinkle: Core AI Automation with the 0229 Series for Endless Connectivity
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Dinkle: Core AI Automation with the 0229 Series for Endless Connectivity

AI automation control has emerged as a new industry wave. The synergy of AI with 5G has opened doors to numerous innovative applications, particularly in industrial automation, where ‘ultra-low latency applications’ are increasingly in demand. Against this backdrop, Dinkle’s 0229 series terminal blocks, with their unique Press-to-Release wiring and numerous advantageous designs, have become an…

Sealevel Develops Family of Fanless Industrial Computers with Impressive I/O & Performance
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Sealevel Develops Family of Fanless Industrial Computers with Impressive I/O & Performance

Sealevel Systems announces a new family of computers, the Flexio Fanless Industrial Embedded Computers. Fueled by a Quad-core Intel Atom or Core processor, Flexio computers are intentionally designed to provide power, connectivity, and performance. This combination makes the Flexio an ideal controller for automation, point-of-sale, test and measurement, medical, and security applications. Fanless Design & Unmatched…

Siemens Launches New SIMATIC Workstation, a Breakthrough in Automation Technology
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Siemens Launches New SIMATIC Workstation, a Breakthrough in Automation Technology

Siemens has announced a breakthrough in the longstanding challenge of closely managing numerous hardware control points throughout the factory. The “SIMATIC Automation Workstation,” allows manufacturers to replace a hardware PLC, a conventional HMI and an edge device with a single, software-based workstation. This ushers in Internet Technology (IT) workflows to Operational Technology (OT) environments. PLCs…

AutomationDirect: New Endress+Hauser Ceraphant Series Digital Pressure Sensors
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AutomationDirect: New Endress+Hauser Ceraphant Series Digital Pressure Sensors

AutomationDirect has added Endress+Hauser Ceraphant series digital pressure transmitters featuring a compact stainless steel construction, a 4-digit LCD display, and IO-Link compatibility for easy setup, integration, and on-the-fly configuration changes. Ceraphant PTP31B series digital pressure transmitters offer dual 1/2” NPT male / 1/4” NPT female process connections and are available in measuring ranges up to 6000 psig. The Ceraphant PTP33B series is available in measuring ranges up to 600 psig and features a 1-1/2in sanitary tri-clamp process connection for Food and Beverage applications.