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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….

Omron: New E3X-ZV and E3X-MZV Series Fiber Optic Amplifiers & Sensors
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Omron: New E3X-ZV and E3X-MZV Series Fiber Optic Amplifiers & Sensors

Introducing the E3X-ZV and E3X-MZV Series – In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, efficiency and reliability are paramount. Manufacturers are constantly seeking innovative solutions to optimize their processes and minimize downtime. OMRON has recently unveiled its latest Fiber Optic Amplifier which addresses critical market problems, and improves the way industrial sensing is approached. This article will delve into the big picture impact of this product release, focusing on the solutions it offers and the effects it can have on various industries.

New Schurter White Paper Highlights Critical Considerations for Power Entry Modules (PEMs)
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New Schurter White Paper Highlights Critical Considerations for Power Entry Modules (PEMs)

May 2, 2024 As the demand for safe and efficient power solutions for equipment grows, Schurter is committed to addressing the impact of power loss as it relates to Power Entry Modules (PEMs). This new White Paper emphasizes the necessity of carefully addressing power dissipation and temperature deratings for all PEM related components to ensure…

Pfannenberg Announces Launch of PA1-R and PA L1-R, the Ultimate Signaling Solutions for Light Duty Applications
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Pfannenberg Announces Launch of PA1-R and PA L1-R, the Ultimate Signaling Solutions for Light Duty Applications

Pfannenberg launches the PA1-R and PA L1-R, the ultimate signaling solutions for light duty applications. These products deliver high performance in an economical package, ensuring a safe and reliable signaling solution for audible (PA1-R) and combined audible, visual (PA L1-R) needs. The PA 1-R and the PA L1-R are the go-to choice for automation, material handling, and machine building applications where status and indication lights and sounds are critical safety measures needed to notify staff about current or imminent events. 

SCHURTER: Power Dissipation in Power Entry Modules
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SCHURTER: Power Dissipation in Power Entry Modules

If different electrical components are combined in an appliance inlet to form a power entry module, the individual power losses and temperature deratings of all components involved must be carefully taken into account in order to ensure long-term safe operation. Power entry modules (PEMs) consist of a combination of different components for the safe power supply of devices. In addition to the IEC appliance inlet connector, mains switches, fuseholders or circuit breakers and filters can be integrated.

Pilz: PSENmlock mini Safety Locking Device
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Pilz: PSENmlock mini Safety Locking Device

The safety locking device PSENmlock mini is used for efficient protection of safeguards such as flaps, covers or swing gates and sliding gates, for example. With its compact design of just 30 x 30 x 159 mm, there’s always space for the safety switch, even in space-critical applications. This small safety locking device has a holding force FZH of 1950 N (F1max: 3900 N), enabling safe guard locking for personnel protection applications up to PL d, Cat. 3 of EN ISO 13849-1.

AutomationDirect: Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL Series Signal Beacons
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AutomationDirect: Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL Series Signal Beacons

AutomationDirect has added Pfannenberg PYRA and PATROL series heavy-duty signal beacons to their growing lineup of visual and audible signaling devices. These versatile devices can withstand severe environments, are suitable for indoor and outdoor use, and satisfy numerous alarm, warning, and indication requirements. The PYRA series focuses on visual alerts and is ideal for discrete and compact visual signaling. The PATROL series provides combined audible and visual alarms and is best suited for harsh or noisy environments where loud alarms and bright strobes are crucial for attracting attention.

Balluff: IO-Link Wireless – Intelligent, Networked, Wireless
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Balluff: IO-Link Wireless – Intelligent, Networked, Wireless

Combining industrial networks with the IO-Link communication standard is an essential building block of the smart factory of the future. Up to now, intelligent sensors and actuators as well as binary and/or analog devices have been integrated via cables. However, process- and factory-automation applications are increasingly using wireless technologies, since they have many advantages. IO-Link Wireless offers a promising new standard. Balluff’s extensive IO-Link portfolio includes sensors with different operating principles as well as an unrivaled range of network and connection technology. With IO-Link Wireless, Balluff is expanding it’s portfolio in a modern and future-proof way that maintains system integration and compatibility.

Carlo Gavazzi: New RM1D060D3 Solid State Relay Expands RM1D Series DC SSR Portfolio
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Carlo Gavazzi: New RM1D060D3 Solid State Relay Expands RM1D Series DC SSR Portfolio

Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the expansion of its RM1D Series Solid State Relays, which will now include a 3 Amp DC rated version. This new addition, the RM1D060D3, will have a rated output voltage of up to 60 VDC. This extension was inspired by evolving market research that showed a large portion of the DC solid state relay market was less than or equal to 3 Amps DC. A key market driver of this addition is the electrification of vehicles. The team at Carlo Gavazzi is always striving to improve it’s offering and align the company with the market and competitors.

Rockwell Automation: Enhanced ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link Master Blocks Advance Automation Efficiency
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Rockwell Automation: Enhanced ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link Master Blocks Advance Automation Efficiency

Manufacturers can further streamline operation processes and reduce deployment time with the release of an enhanced firmware and Add-on Profile (AOP) update in the Allen‑Bradley ArmorBlock 5000 IO-Link master blocks. The newly added features, coupled with the On-Machine capability, provide a significant boost in functionality and performance for applications within demanding industrial environments.

Banner Engineering: R95C Hybrid IO-Link Hub
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Banner Engineering: R95C Hybrid IO-Link Hub

Controls engineers can more efficiently design remote I/O systems by connecting analog and discrete I/O to a single IO-Link hub. The R95C Hybrid IO-Link Hub reduces cost, wiring, and installation time in applications with a variety of I/O types in one area by offering four analog ports and four discrete ports. Analog signals can be mirrored to other ports for retrofitting existing analog sensors or to add visual indication for efficiency. Up to 4 amps can be shared and passed through ports to power devices, such as lighting, without needing to inject extra power via splitter cables. Convenient side ports help reduce cable damage by minimizing cable bend.

SWZ Series
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SCHURTER: SWZ Series Heritage 6-Position Voltage Selector Gets Upgrade

SCHURTER is pleased to announce an enhancement to its well-known voltage selector series SWZ. By upgrading the plating of the terminals from tin to silver, the six-position selector now features elevated mechanical and electrical performance. Known primarily for use as voltage selectors, the SWZ series is ideal for use in applications with other types of circuit switching to attain varying modes of operation. The desired function of each position is determined by wiring options in series-parallel, enabling multi-faceted adaptation of the selectors for widespread application.

Belden: BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch
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Belden: BEETLE Single Pair Ethernet Lite Managed Switch

The Lumberg Automation BEETLE Lite Managed Switch supports the transition to future-ready networks built using Single Pair Ethernet (SPE), supporting seamless sensor-to-cloud connectivity. As industrial environments grow in complexity, enterprises have opportunities to connect more field devices and gather more data. However, they need to consider space and weight constraints and simplify network infrastructure where possible. SPE supports this goal by allowing connectivity via a single pair of wires rather than the two or four pairs required by standard Ethernet.

LUTZE: Expanding LCIS Relay Product Portfolio
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LUTZE: Expanding LCIS Relay Product Portfolio

LUTZE has expanded its electromechanical LCIS relay portfolio with 12 units offering additional changeover contacts. New additions to the product portfolio are the LCIS 2 and LCIS 3 relay series. LCIS 2 series has units with 1 or 2 changeover contacts, and the LCIS 3 series has units with 4 changeover contacts. All new relay models are offered with the following rated voltages: 12V DC, 24V DC, 115V AC or 230V AC.

MENNEKES: SPEC Grade Sloped-Top Disconnects Are Now Available in 200A and 400A
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MENNEKES: SPEC Grade Sloped-Top Disconnects Are Now Available in 200A and 400A

MENNEKES has recently expanded its SPEC Grade Series of stainless steel motor disconnects to include 200A and 400A models. These units are the first on the market to combine these amperages in a sloped-top stainless steel enclosure. Compared to traditional knife-blade alternatives, these SPEC Grade units feature a UL 98 Listed rotary switch, providing a more compact and cost-effective footprint. They also feature a 15-degree sloped roof to facilitate liquid runoff in washdown areas, minimizing potential for harborage contamination.

Siemens: NEMA 30mm Pushbuttons
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Siemens: NEMA 30mm Pushbuttons

The Siemens family of 30mm pilot devices and pushbuttons are designed to stand up to the punishing water, dust and oil environments of American manufacturing, offering three classes of sophistication: Sleek 30mm designed pushbuttons, Standard duty control stations, hazardous location pilot devices, oiltight pilot devices, and break glass emergency stations.