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Eaton Now Offers SmartWire-DT Connectivity for Ethernet/IP and Modbus-TCP

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Eaton, one of the leading manufacturers of components and systems for electrical engineering and automation, is now offering a new gateway for SmartWire-DT in order to connect to Ethernet IP and Modbus TCP: The innovative SmartWire-DT communication system for networking control circuit and switching devices can now also be connected to controllers via an Ethernet/IP or Modbus-TCP network.

Stratasys gets its Mojo with new 3D printer

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Company unveils the market’s lowest-priced professional-grade 3D-printing system

There’s Mojo in the making at Stratasys (Nasdaq: SSYS) today, as the company announced its latest effort: the Mojo 3D Printer, which comes in a complete system called a 3D Print Pack.

BOSCH REXROTH ENCOURAGES SMART AGRICULTURE THROUGH INNOVATIVE COMPONENTS

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Bosch Rexroth has developed a range of smart new components to enhance the convenience and efficiency of its proven EHR electrohydraulic hitch control.

The Automatic Hitch Control (AHC) dynamically regulates the relationship between position and tractive force, independent of the implement.

NEW ELECTRIC CYLINDERS FEATURE IP65 RATING

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

* Flexible linear actuators for harsh environmental conditions

Festo has launched a range of electric piston-rod cylinders featuring enhanced ingress protection, including models with a high IP65 rating, for applications involving exposure to aggressive media.

ANALYSERS AND FLOW METERS HELP MAXIMISE THE BIOGAS PROCESS

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

With increasing volumes of UK waste now being processed to create biogas from AD (Anaerobic Digestion), Bio-gas plant operators need to ensure that working capacities are maintained and optimised whilst risks are minimised.

ROTARY STAGES WITH AUTOMATED MATERIAL HANDLING FOR PRECISION LASER MACHINING OF MANY MATERIALS

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

New CCS Series from Aerotech supports 24/7 production of stents and other medical products

A new series of rotary stages from Aerotech (www.aerotech.com

New Portable Instrument Enclosures From METCASE

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

METCASE has launched portable versions of its new ‘UNIMET-PLUS’ instrument enclosures. These modern and versatile housings have been designed for desktop and portable electronics equipment.

New HMI takes engineers from idea to result faster

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Human machine interface technology take a giant leap forward with the launch of Beijer Electronics' new iX 2.0 HMI software and new generation operator panels. Summed up in the market-driven concept HMI at the speed of thought, the iX HMI solution both speeds up project development and makes the application faster and more efficient to navigate.

SIEMENS SETS THE BAR FOR COMPLETE BIOGAS ANALYSIS

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Siemens Industry Automation and Drive Technologies (IA&DT) has added to its range of complete systems for gas analysis with the development of the Siemens Set BGA. Designed for use in biogas plants, the system can analyse up to four anaerobic digesters at once.

NEW! CILS-8200UV High-Performance UV-Resistant Durable Labels

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

CILS have launched the ultimate computer printable durable labelling solution for demanding outdoor industrial environments, eliminating the risk of labels fading, discoloring, cracking or detaching under UV exposure, safeguarding your equipment’s unique data.

VHX-2000 - Super Resolution Digital Microscope with Automated Measurements

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Pioneering the field of digital microscopy, KEYENCE has released its latest microscope system, the VHX-2000. The VHX Series Digital Microscope was designed to alleviate the shortcomings of traditional, optical light microscopes - shallow depth-of-field, short working distance, lack of portability and versatility, sample limitations, etc.

Low Flow/ High Pressure Pumps ex-stock from Cat Pumps

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Cat Pumps UK Limited has announced the introduction of a range of extra-low-flowrate plunger pumps fitted with single phase motors conforming to CE directives.

The first of these new pumps, now available ex-stock from the Company’s premises in Fleet, is the 2DX range.

RADAR-BASED SENSORS FOR RELIABLE ALL-WEATHER DETECTION OF MOVING AND STATIONARY OBJECTS

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

R-GAGE Series from Banner Engineering supports collision avoidance and vehicle detection

An updated series of radar-based sensors with enhanced capability for detecting large objects in challenging outdoor situations has been introduced by Banner Engineering (www.bannerengineering.com

SAMSON GETS EVEN SMARTER WITH NEW VALVE POSITIONER

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

A new, high specification, yet competitively priced valve positioner has been introduced by SAMSON CONTROLS for use on their diaphragm operated valves. The Type 3725 Positioner is a logical development of Samson’s proven range of Series 373x units and provides a compact and rugged, easy-to-use device.

igus drylin W flexible linear guide rail - A cost-effective system that requires no maintenance

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Design flexibility is a fundamental factor for applications in the agricultural, vehicle manufacturing, medical, printing and packaging industry sectors, which is why the cost-effective, fully-assembled linear slide rail and carriage drylin W

Multi-output voltage regulator IC for LCD display bias in automotive infotainment applications

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The new A8601 from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is a fixed-frequency, multiple-output voltage regulator IC designed to provide the LCD display bias in automotive infotainment applications.

New process industry switches introduced by Delta Controls

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

A range of high quality process industry switches has been introduced by Delta Controls. The Sentry range consists of pressure, differential pressure and temperature switches and is based on the company's popular Sovereign series.

New rugged confocal controllers enable high accuracy, high speed thickness and distance measurements on difficult surfaces

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has launched a new series of confocal controllers that offer a range of outstanding technical benefits, including faster measuring rates, up to four times better signal-to-noise ratios, and up to 100 times faster real time surface compensation for difficult-to-measure surfaces.

INMOCO INTRODUCES ELMO’S DC TROMBONE SERVO DRIVE – THE DEFINITION OF COMPACT INTELLIGENCE!

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Inmoco has taken its range of high-performance digital servo drives from Elmo Motion Control to a new level by adding to it the DC Trombone. Based on Elmo’s advanced SimplIQ motion control technology, the DC Trombone operates directly from the mains and delivers no less than 7 kW of continuous qualitative power!

The DC Trombone is ideal for integration into any motion system, either standalone, or multi-axis, providing a high performance motion control unit for use with sinusoidal, trapezoidal and DC motors.

New Control Centre for all Cognex Vision Systems and Industrial ID Products

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Cognex Corporation, the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems and industrial ID readers, today announced the release of the Cognex Explorer™ control centre.

Get connected with Schneider Electric's Ultimate trunking range

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

In continuing to respond to the evolving needs of the market, Schneider Electric has introduced the Ultimate perimeter trunking range, designed to support and maintain the integrity of data solutions.

SLIMLINE SWITCHING SOLUTIONS FROM WEIDMULLER

Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Weidmuller has introduced its new TERMSERIES range of relay modules and solid-state relays with one or two changeover contacts housed in a slim line design with screw or tension clamp connectivity.

Complete multi-axis handling and positioning systems cut machine build times and costs

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Design engineers and end users of automated handling and multi-axis positioning systems can now source a complete range of modular, multi-axis linear components and turnkey handling and positioning systems from a single UK source.

WAS - The Load Cells with the Hole in the Middle

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The WAS range of load cells from LCM Systems has been designed specifically for engineers who need the force application component to pass through the centre of the load cell.

Latest Version of TrakSYS™ Manufacturing Operations Management & Execution Software is Released

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

New Release Provides Extended Functionality and Tools to Further Simplify the Delivery of Complex Manufacturing Execution Solutions

Parsec Automation Corp., a global leader of manufacturing operations management and execution software, recently announced the worldwide launch of the latest version of TrakSYS.

Rotork extends CVA electric actuation to larger control valves

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The new CVL-5000 actuator extends the scope of Rotork Process Controls’ innovative CVA electric control valve actuator range to enable the automation of larger valves and valves with higher pressure ratings.

3mm diameter position sensors for miniature hydraulic cylinders and actuators

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has extended its range of robust, pressure-resistant position sensors for hydraulics and pneumatics applications to include a new ultra-compact, 3mm diameter version, which is ideal for miniature hydraulic cylinders and actuators.

Siemens expands capacity range of electrolyzer product portfolio for water disinfection

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The Siemens Industry Automation Division has added four tubular cell electrolyzer systems to its water disinfection portfolio. The new Osec B-Pak products have an enhanced, compact construction and a newly designed electrolyzer cell.

MONOFLANGE BALL VALVE PROVIDES COMPACT ISOLATION SOLUTION FOR PIPE-TO-INSTRUMENT INTERFACING

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT
* can be used standalone or as a building block for manifold configurations

Barnstaple, UK, May 9, 2012 --- A new monoflange-style ball valve for interfacing instruments to process piping has been launched by the instrumentation products division of Parker Hannifin - the global leader in motion and control technologies.

Orion Fans Delivers Energy Efficient, Thermally-Controlled Short Fan Tray

Wed, 09 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT
Environmentally-friendly short fan trays now feature smart thermal controls…

DALLAS, TX (May 8, 2012) – Dallas-based Orion Fans, a leading manufacturer of standard and custom AC and DC fans, fan trays and accessories, has developed a new, low-cost AC three-position short fan tray with an energy-efficient smart thermal control.