THK America, Inc: Linear Motor Positioning

New from THK, the GLM20 complete 1-axis positioning system offers high acceleration/deceleration, low noise levels, and operates at speeds to 4 m/sec and 2G while achieving accuracies of 1 micron average or better.

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Use of fully closed control with a direct drive and an optic linear encoder yields high accuracy without motion loss and backlash. Unit provides 3000N of continuously useable linear force, with peak linear force of 4500N. Multiple sliders are installed on a single-axis base to allow sliders to be individually controlled. Also available in strokes of up to 4.4 m in a single unit.

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All-in-One Controller

Omron releases the CP2E Series all-in-one controller for compact IoT applications. Unit features an extended temperature range that integrates I/O ports, communication, and motion control and increases reliability in a variety of applications.

Inline Barcode Verifier

The DataMan 475 inline barcode verifier from Cognex provides automated high-speed verification and quality reporting for 1D, 2D, and direct part mark (DPM) codes.

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Sheet Metal Handling Clamps

PHD launches the Series GRM0 Micro Clamps of sheet metal handling clamps designed for high clamp force in an extremely compact package.

3D Profile Sensors

Matrox Imaging launches the Matrox AltiZ series of integrated high-fidelity 3D profile sensors featuring a dual-camera single-laser design.

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Weighing Module

The Siwarex WP351 module is Siemens’ newest solution for intelligent weighing automation for a wide range of applications in pharmaceutical, food and beverage, chemical, and steel industries.

Power Supplies Units

Wago’s Pro2 power supplies units include six sizes ranging from 120 to 960 W with an energy conversion efficiency up to 96%.

Thermal Flowmeter Sensor

Sick announces the FTMg multifunctional thermal flowmeter sensor for the detection of gas flow, temperature, and process pressure.

The highly compact XTS has a circumferential track length of 22 m and uses a total of 40 independent movers. The L’Oréal Group produces high-quality skin care products, mascaras, and foundation makeup for its Division Luxe.

L’Oréal Replaces 5 Machines with One Smart System

Facing SKU proliferation and shorter runs, the L’Oreal Group replaced an outdated system with a new track-based system of movers that brings fast changeover and high output.

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Pre-assembled Torque Limiter Sprockets

U.S. Tsubaki launches the torque limiter sprocket, a complete assembly providing both a torque limiter and sprocket together as one unit.

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No-Drip Spray Nozzles

Exair’s new 1/2 NPT no drip external mix air atomizing spray nozzles are designed to stop liquid flow when compressed air is shut off.

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SCARA Robot Control

ABB’s RobotStudio’s new Robot Control Mate add-on allows users to easily commission and control SCARA robots direct from their laptop and computers.

Pressure-Mapping Module

Tekscan introduces the PM64™, a customizable pressure-mapping scanning electronics module with an incremental pricing model that supports a large-scale deployment for high-volume users and OEMs.

Occupancy Counting Sensor

Checkpoint Systems, a division of CCL Industries, launches SmartOccupancy, a solution designed to help companies view area occupancy levels and receive alerts in real-time.

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HMI Solution

Paper Converting Machine Co., part of Barry-Wehmiller, launches Smart TOUCH HMI a new human-machine interface available on Forte tissue converting lines.

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Motor Control and Intrinsically Safe Relays

AutomationDirect offers ProSense motor control relays that perform specific protective functions for motors or motor components, and the Macromatic intrinsically safe relays that provide safe and reliable control of loads within hazardous locations.

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Integrated Measuring System

With its sensor system integrated in the ball runner block, Bosch Rexroth’s new IMScompact integrated measuring system determines the exact position with a high repetition accuracy of ±1 μm.

ei3 Acquires NextIOT

ei3 completed its acquisition of Copenhagen-based NextIOT. NextIOT is being renamed ei3 Denmark ApS and will join ei3’s existing Switzerland-based data science team as ei3’s European operations.

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JW Winco Opens Branch Office in Canada

JW Winco, a supplier of standard industrial machine components, recently opened a branch and distribution center in Canada.

Fady Saad (left), MassRobotics Co-founder, receives the Festo delivery of a Rize 3D printer for the MassRobotics Shared Labs from Festo Senior Product Manager Nuzha Yakoob.

Festo and MassRobotics Create Partnership

Festo entered into a strategic partnership with MassRobotics to further global market growth and innovation initiatives dedicated to the development of the next generation of robotics.

Cognex In Sight D900

Industrial Smart Camera

Cognex introduces the In-Sight® D900 self-contained embedded vision system designed to solve a broad range of complex in-line inspection applications including optical character recognition, assembly verification, and defect detection.

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There was a time when IT took a dim view of providing remote access to machinery on the plant floor. With this platform it’s an entirely different story.

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QAD Inc. Hires Vice President, Packaging

QAD Inc. hired Acyr Borges as Vice President, Packaging.

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E2EW Series Proximity Sensors From Omron Feature IO-Link and World’s Longest Sensing Range

Industrial automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas recently announced the release of its E2EW Series metal face proximity sensors that are designed to minimize downtime thanks to their durable construction and exceptionally long sensing ra

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The new LBR series from SMAC MCA consists of linear rotary actuators specifically designed for capping applications. Encoder resolutions are from 5 micron to 0.1 micron.