Controls & Machine Components

Pilz: Base unit for configurable control systems

Pilz adds its new base unit PNOZ m B1 to the range of configurable control systems PNOZmulti 2, in order to not only offer higher performance for machines with a larger function range, i.e. for larger projects, but also to provide a connection to all common fieldbus systems via the corresponding expansion modules.

January 8, 2016

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Siemens: AC power modules

PM240-2 power modules are now available from Siemens, extending the use of the Sinamics G120 drives family; a significant change is the addition of 230V single- and three-phase line supply units featuring quick-connect pull-off terminals on the motor, line supply, and braking resistor connections; allowing unit to offer an even more simplified installation and maintenance.

January 5, 2016

Controls & Machine Components

Moving coil actuator key to inspection system

Designed for the online inspection of PET containers filled with carbonated beverages, the Pressure Leak Detector utilizes a unique breed of electric actuator.

January 4, 2016

Controls & Machine Components

Streamlining Integration with Pack ML

Lack of standardization in packaging lines—and manufacturing as a whole—results in time-consuming and expensive integration processes during line upgrades. More integrated manufacturing systems using PackML are benefitting not only end users, but OEMs, integrators and technology providers.

December 24, 2015

Conveying & accumulation

Natures Organics’ compact packaging meets retailer needs

Case packing and palletizing line with robotics and Transmodul transport conveyor system reduces footprint, increases output, and meets shelf-ready retailer needs.

December 22, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Medical Devices Enter the Information Age

Despite increasing competitive and regulatory pressures, medical device manufacturers have an opportunity to seize a significantly growing market. Streamlining operations through automation will be key.

December 15, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Matrox: Machine vision software

Matrox Imaging has announced that its Design Assistant machine vision software now supports DENSO’s binary control access protocol (b-CAP) robot interface; it can be used to implement vision-based guidance of DENSO robots without the need to directly program a DENSO robot controller.

December 11, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Emerson: High-speed drives

The Unidrive HS30 and HS70 variable speed drives from Emerson, capable of output frequencies of 3,000 Hz, are suited to high speed applications frequently required for centrifuges for the food and beverage and oil industries.

December 4, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Beckhoff Automation announces new Silicon Valley technical center

The new office in San Jose, CA, will provide local sales and engineering for Beckhoff customers throughout California.

December 2, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Rexroth: Planetary screw assemblies

Planetary screw assemblies from Rexroth feature new sizes; the drive elements with screw diameters up to 75 mm, and leads up to 20 mm, achieve static load capacities up to 1,496 kN while featuring compact design.

December 1, 2015

Controls & machine components

Microscan slates free 3-day Visionscape course for January

This free three-day advanced Visionscape Machine Vision Software training course will run January 19-21.

November 30, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Festo: Energy efficiency unit

The intelligent energy efficiency module MSE6-E2M from Festo automatically monitors and optimizes compressed air use by a machine and also alerts plant personnel to system leaks.

November 24, 2015

Controls & Machine Components

Oriental Motor: Stepper motor with electromagnetic brake

Oriental Motor introduces the PKP Series 2-Phase stepper motor, now preassembled with an electromagnetic brake.

November 20, 2015