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    Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

    Westermo
    July 23, 2024
    The SandCat five-port unmanaged Ethernet switch series offers a cost-effective, plug and play option for industrial applications that complements Westermo’s range of managed...
    Sensors

    Machine Vision Camera Series

    Teledyne Technologies
    July 22, 2024
    Teledyne Flir IIS introduces the Dragonfly S USB3 camera series. The camera series is designed for embedded or handheld device applications, and is available in multiple configurations...
    Products

    Rugged 5G Smartphone

    Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc.
    July 19, 2024
    Pepperl+Fuchs has launched the Smart-Ex 03, a rugged smartphone designed for hazardous areas. Approved for Zone 1/21 and Div. 1, it operates on Android 13 and supports 5G, Wi-...

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    Safety Module

    Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc.
    July 18, 2024
    The Melsec iQ-R Series CIP Safety module implements safe communication over Common Industrial Protocol (CIP) while transmitting both standard and safety signals. Suitable for ...
    Sensors

    Diffuse Sensor

    Leuze electronic, Inc.
    July 17, 2024
    The new ODT3CL1-2M laser diffuse sensor from Leuze extends the company’s range of 3C series distance sensors. Time-of-flight technology allows an operating range of up to...
    Software

    Augmented Reality Software

    KUKA Robotics Corporation
    July 16, 2024
    Kuka has introduced Kuka.MixedReality, a software leveraging smartphones and augmented reality (AR) to enhance robot startup processes. Users can identify potential hazards and...
    Sensors

    LVDT Signal Conditioner

    NewTek Sensor Solutions
    July 15, 2024
    The NTC-6000 Quik-Cal signal conditioner is designed for harsh environment applications and is compatible with AC-operated LVDT, RVDT or LVRT half-bridge sensors. It offers multiple...
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    Industrial Panel PC

    July 11, 2024
    Werock Technologies introduces the Rocksmart RSC622, a 21.5-inch model suitable for production, HMI or kiosk applications. Featuring slim aluminum housing with IP65-rated front...
    Products

    AGV Wireless Charger

    July 10, 2024
    EnerSys now offers the NexSys Air wireless charger designed for automated guided vehicles (AGVs). The charger features contact-free charging pads, reducing wear and maintenance...
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    Electric Valve Actuator

    Emerson
    July 9, 2024
    Emerson has introduced the Fisher easy-Drive 200R electric actuator, designed for Fisher butterfly and ball valves in harsh industrial environments. These actuator/valve assemblies...
    Products

    Industrial Computer

    Cincoze Co., Ltd.
    July 8, 2024
    Cincoze has released new Intel Alder Lake models in its Diamond and Crystal product lines. The Diamond line for rugged computing adds the DI-1200, a compact industrial computer...
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    DC Miniature Circuit Breakers

    C3 Controls
    July 5, 2024
    The series 1110 DC miniature circuit breakers feature a rating of 250V DC per pole and are available in one- to four-pole constructions for circuit protection up to 1000V DC, ...
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    Industrial PC

    Beckhoff Automation
    July 3, 2024
    The C6675 control cabinet industrial PC (IPC) from Beckhoff consists of an ATX motherboard and high-performance GPU cards. With properties typical of an industrial server, the...
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    Safety Switch Components

    AutomationDirect
    July 2, 2024
    AutomationDirect has added modular Z-Range safety switch system components to its portfolio of safety products. The Z-Range safety switch system offers modularity, allowing up...
    Motion

    Variable Frequency Drive

    ABB
    July 1, 2024
    The ACS580 UL Type 4X drive is a new member in ABB’s all-compatible drive portfolio. It is fully sealed and IP66 rated, providing corrosion resistance for use in indoor ...
    Products

    Multifunctional Wire Tool

    Weidmuller USA
    June 26, 2024
    The new stripax plus tool from Weidmuller can cut, strip and crimp single wires in the cross-section range from AWG 20 to 14. The wire-end ferrules are stored in a magazine in...
    Products

    Rugged Mobile Computer

    Zebra Technologies Corp.
    June 25, 2024
    Equipped with public and private 5G (data only) and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, the MC9400 series features Zebra’s new SE58 extended range scan engine with IntelliFocus technology...
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    Slim Embedded Computers

    Cincoze Co., Ltd.
    June 24, 2024
    Deepening its embedded computer range, Cincoze has released two new computer series, P2202 AND P1201. The one computer/two purposes function means that they are not only slim ...
    Products

    Metal Welders

    Emerson
    June 20, 2024
    Emerson has released the Branson Series GMX-Micro, a line of high-precision ultrasonic metal welders with a computerized operating system. With 4,000 watts of welding power, the...
    Products

    Touch Panel Computer

    Axiomtek
    June 18, 2024
    The GOT317B-ADL-TRD 17-in. fanless touch panel computer is powered by the 13th/12th gen Intel Core i7/i5/i3 and Pentium processor features a SXGA widescreen LCD display with five...
    Software

    Analytics Software Update

    TrendMiner
    June 17, 2024
    In Software AG’s TrendMiner 2023.R4 release, the integration of data sources is simplified to accelerate IT/OT convergence. This builds on improvements that extended support...
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    Rugged Tablet

    Juniper Networks
    June 14, 2024
    The Mesa 4 rugged tablet features a 7-inch display and runs Windows 11. Mesa 4 performance upgrades include up to three times the CPU performance of the Mesa 3 with the Intel ...
    Sensors

    Inductive Proximity Sensors

    AutomationDirect
    June 13, 2024
    AutomationDirect has added the new AchieVe series of inductive proximity sensors. These tubular sensors made from stainless steel are offered in 8 mm, 12 mm, and 18 mm barrel ...
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    Raspberry Pi Adapter Board

    HMS Networks
    June 12, 2024
    The Raspberry Pi adapter board provides a method to test and evaluate the Anybus CompactCom, a communication interface that connects devices to any industrial network. Previous...
    Sensors

    Vibration Sensor

    Advantech
    June 11, 2024
    The Wise-2460 vibration sensing solution is designed for monitoring equipment RPM and frequency detection ranges. The device features an ARM Cortex-M7 processor, a high-detection...
    Motion

    Servo Drives

    Aerotech Inc.
    June 10, 2024
    Aerotech’s new Automation1 XA4 servo drive series includes the Automation1 XA4 1- or 2-Axis PWM servo drive and the Automation1 iXA4 1- or 2-Axis PWM servo drive with motion...
    Products

    Parallel Gripper

    Festo Corporation
    June 6, 2024
    The DHPL long-stroke grippers for high-load and high-torque applications feature a lighter weight, higher precision and require no maintenance. The grippers have three rugged ...
    Robots

    SCARA Robots

    EPSON Robots
    June 5, 2024
    The GX-B series robots offer multiple arm configurations and handle payloads up to 20 kg. To simplify programming, the GX-B series robots integrate with the Epson RC+ industrial...
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    Embedded PCs

    Beckhoff Automation
    June 4, 2024
    The CX5600 embedded PC series expands Beckhoff’s machine control line with AMD Ryzen processors, additional interfaces and operating system options. These fanless PCs have...
    Robots

    Cobot

    Piab
    June 3, 2024
    The new piCobot L from Piab boasts a lifting capability of up to 35 lbs. and builds on the same technology platform as the original. Consisting of a scalable vacuum pump unit ...
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    Plant Maintenance

    Maxing Out Your Maintenance Software

    Beth Stackpole, contributing writer
    May 30, 2024
    How modern maintenance software combined with pervasive sensing and advanced analytics is enabling more predictive and responsive maintenance strategies.
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    New Connectivity Tech Saves Control Cabinet Space

    Eric Silvestri
    May 28, 2024
    Advances in power distribution technology enable one compact terminal block to feed up to 10 outputs with one input while shrinking the DIN rail space needed from 80 mm to 16 ...
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    Digital Transformation

    How Smaller Manufacturers Should Approach New Automation Tech

    Mat Dirjish, contributing writer
    May 23, 2024
    Despite lacking the resources of large companies, smaller manufacturers can still chart cost-effective and effective automation strategies. Four industry experts explain how.