HomeMachineryControls & automationCartoning modularity optimizedDemonstrated by Lead Technology Ltd at interpack: wheel in one linear servo-motor loading module for Application A and then wheel it out and replace it with another module for Application B.Lead Technology Ltd.Jul 7th, 2017Companies in this articleLead Technology Ltd.Controls & automationMachine Condition Monitoring via IIoTThis Arrowhead Systems division is taking full advantage of new IIoT tools that make machine diagnostics readily available and help customers maximize OEE.Supplier NewsTHK America Celebrates 50th AnniversaryAs a linear motion products manufacturer, THK America has introduced innovations in precision motion components for the past five decades.HomeThe Antares Vision Group Expands Its Software Capabilities Through The Acquisition of rfXcel CorporationSupplier NewsOMAC Offers Guide to Define Best Practices for Secure Remote AccessOMAC released The Practical Guide for Remote Access to Plant Equipment which is the result of a workgroup of 37 industry leaders convened by OMAC to define best practices for secure Remote Access to plant equipment.Supplier NewsABB Upgrades RobotStudio to Include Robot Braking Distance SimulatorABB's RobotStudio offline programming and simulation software has been upgraded with a new virtual robot braking distance function designed to create an exact simulation of the real-world stopping distance of a robot.SponsoredCheck out The Cobot Spot from Universal RobotsLooking for automation solutions for packaging and palletizing? This is your destination for all things cobot. Whether it’s webinars, video case studies or product information, you’ll find it all in this one spot.HomeOEM Redesigns Equipment to Incorporate XPlanar Floating MoversThe levitating material handling technology from Beckhoff is being used by Plasmatreat in its equipment to position materials beneath spray nozzles for plasma pre-treatment and coating.Controls & automationServo DriveAdvanced Motion Controls’ micro-sized FM060-25-CM servo drive is rated to output 25A continuous and 50A peak. It is suited for mobile and portable applications such as mobile robotics, automated mobile robots, material handling, and more.Controls & automationWeb Server ModuleSiemens introduces the Sinamics V20 Smart Access web server module designed to mount directly onto a drive, transforming a mobile device or laptop into a virtual operator panel for drive control.Supplier NewsIMA’s ELECTRIC atTRACTION Virtual Show a SuccessOn January 20 and 21, ATOP presented its electric traction and green mobility solutions at IMA’s Sensing Future Days virtual exhibition.Controls & automationIndicators Facilitate ChangeoverReliable operator guidance for size changeover on end-of-line packaging machinery is provided by AP05 electronic position indicatorsControls & automationIon Air GunExair's patented Intellistat handheld ion air gun is designed to eliminate static in clean processes or sensitive assembly work such as scientific and electronic test facilities, laboratories, and clean rooms.PEC 2020Report: Innovative New Controls at PACK EXPO ConnectsPMMI Media Group editors—covering a virtual event instead of an in-person exposition—divided and conquered to collectively take in as much of PACK EXPO Connects as possible. Here’s what they saw in the controls category.Controls & automationCompact, Scalable Drive SystemBosch Rexroth’s ctrlX DRIVE is said to be the most compact, scalable, and consistent modular drive system available. It has space-saving dimensions of up to 50% and can provide tailored solutions with peak currents of 6 A to 375 A.HomeThree Timely Trends Evident at PACK EXPO ConnectsFlexible packaging's move to monolayer, paperboard can handles, and remote monitoring/access were evident in all corners of the online event.HomeMotion Industries Breaks Ground for New FacilityControls & automationCounting Down the Top 10 articles of 2020 - #8: L’Oréal Replaces 5 Machines with One Smart SystemBased on online clicks and unique page views, we are counting down the Top 10 articles of 2020. Join us as we look back at the best of 2020. Pat Reynolds' report, entitled L’Oréal Replaces 5 Machines with One Smart System, landed at #8.HomeNew Modular and Flexible Machine Safety SolutionThe new Flexi Compact safety controller from SICK offers scalability and functionality suited for any application.HomeNew Contrinex DW Series Proximity Sensors From AutomationDirectSupplier NewsMettler-Toledo Offers AR Technology for Customer SupportMettler-Toledo Product Inspection offers a remote Augmented Reality (AR) Customer Support service designed to protect production uptime and costs regardless of manufacturing location.