311 press releases : Automation, Regulation, Robotics

Safety light curtains and light grids for extreme applications. The Schmersal Group extends its programme of optoelectronic safety guards through the acquisition of Safety Control GmbH and Safety Protec GmbH, located at Mühldorf/ Inn. These companies, which will trade under the name of Schmersal Safety Control GmbH from now on, will become the Centre of Competence for optoelectronic safety switch...

The intelligent Ethernet I/O modules from Addi-Data are now available with a Development Mode. This makes it possible for you to develop your own measuring, controlling and regulating applications and to save these directly to the module. Thanks to its own intelligence (onboard ARM9 processor), the module then runs the applications independently as a stand-alone system, i.e. without the impact of e...

R. STAHL HMI Systems' compact Eagle series Operator Interfaces can communicate in various Industrial Ethernet environments and are available with support for a variety of leading protocols. In addition to Profinet and Ethernet/IP these include MMS (used by ABB PLCs) and, as of recently, also FINS-TCP for OMRON's Sysmac PLCs. For over five years now the operator interfaces have been compatible with ...

The market-leading remote I/O system for zone 1 / division 1 applications, R. STAHL’s IS1 has now been extended to feature its first operational communication interface for FOUNDATION fieldbus High Speed Ethernet. While the system has supported the Modbus TCP protocol for basic Ethernet performance for some time, the new FF HSE-capable IS1 version now provides users with a more advanced and consid...

Lynx is the latest addition to the Tele Radio line of remote control products. It is a radio remote control system with duplex functions. The system has been developed for applications where there is a requirement of feedback from the equipment. Both hand unit and the stationary unit uses duplex, so-called”two way communication” technique with visible feedback on the transmitters LEDs. Thanks to th...

Datalogic Automation introduces the SC4000, an industrial controller designed for high speed data collection in an ID-NET™ network of Datalogic Automation’s 1D/2D code readers Datalogic Automation is pleased to announce the availability of a new industrial controller, named SC4000. This new addition offers high communication performance, excellent connectivity and advanced software tools f...

Two models to carry out volumetric dilutions 1 to 10ml for microbiological samples. It can also can perform gravimetric dilutions using a connected external balance. Both models reduce the workmanship, save time and insure sterility and accuracy. Unique features: STERILIZATION: All the parts of the liquid circuit of BIO DILUTOR are autoclavable. Removal and reinstalling this liquid ci...

The G3 Kadet series of operator interface panels offer a host of functional interface and connectivity features for applications where FTP access, data logging, and web server capabilities are not needed. Based on the G3 series, with many of the same capabilities, the G3 Kadets offer far more features than conventional HMIs while providing an advanced interface that is ideal for OEMs, discrete mach...

This rotating base allows the rotation of a manipulator arm, during a load / unloading or an assembly station. The load capacity is 30 kg and the angle of rotation is adjustable from 0 to 195°. With grippers and linear units of the range, AVM automation proposes a complete system with assembly interfaces.

Customer-Specific Design Services for Medical Technology MAZeT GmbH, a service provider for the development and manufacturing of innovative electronics and software, is optimizing its comprehensive range of design services. As a member of the new quality initiative "Services in EMS" of the ZVEI Association for Electronic Components and Systems, MAZeT GmbH is a competent business partner for cust...

The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech launches its BAS-3000 series; designed for Facility Monitoring & Control Systems and Energy Management Applications. With web-enabled devices, the BAS-3000 series provides easy access & remote management capabilities through an Ethernet connection with a friendly browser-based interface, offline simulation, and online debugging. In addition, all contr...

COMSOFT launches an improved upgrade version of the PROFIBUS DP analysis and test tool, NetTEST II. Already the basic system is able to identify a multitude of possible errors. These include short circuits, line or shielding interruptions, switched lines, wrong number and position of terminating resistors, non powered termination resistors, non-terminated lines, incorrect spur lines and inhomoge...

Using two MEDIAJET 540 Automatic Media Preparation Systems from INTEGRA Biosciences AG – Italy’s leading media kitchen – ‘Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Lombardia e dell’Emilia Romagna’ (IZSLER) has filled over 1.3 million perfect petri dishes without stopping over the last year. The excellent reliability and true automation provided by the two MEDIAJET systems has significant reduc...

ADCOM is a versatile interface which provides up to 2 analog inputs and 4 digital I/O. ADCOM can be used in distributed automation systems based on the Modbus protocol or on the CANopen standard. It is also possible to communicate with ADCOM by using a simple 2 wire digital interface wich make it an ideal expansion for any PLC, even the most simple. Based on the selected model, ADCOM ...

TRM has a range of motion controllers starting from 1 and 2 axis motion controllers for small machines. One of the advantage of TRM's motion controllers is that they incorporate LCD screen and Keypad. This is very attractive for small machine manufacturers or one off machines as it reduces manufacturing costs and there is not need for software development! TRM controllers control the following t...

Mitsubishi Electric has added two new entry-level models to its GOT1000 series of HMI control terminals. The two touch-screen control units round off the upper end of the GT10 product family, which is designed for standard industrial and building services automation tasks. The compact control units deliver powerful visualisation functions for these appli-cations at a very attractive price. The ...

Pro-face presents LT3300 range: Low-Cost models with HMI + PLC functions. □ Screen 5.7’’ QVGA □ Colour (4096 colours) or monochrome LCD (16 shades of grey) □ Resolution 320 x 240 pixels □ 6 MB FEPROM □ Dimensions : 167.4mmW x 135mmH x 77.6mmD □ 24VCC □ USB x 1 □ SIO 1 ch □ Ethernet □ CANopen coupler (option) □ DIO 16...

The Tankvision platform offers this freedom and flexibility. Tankvision uses the open and safe environment of a customer's Intranet to make Tank inventory data available to everybody who needs this info within a company. No limitations on operating software used, location or systems that are being used for optimizing logistics. It's all in the box: data gathering, tank volume calculation according ...

Fast and secure mounting plus high protection. * Analogue input 4…20 mA for 2, 3 and 4-wire sensors. * Analogue output 4…20 mA for 2, 3 and 4-wire actuators. * 2 digital inputs. * Toolless mounting. * Alignment of the flat cable in 3 directions. ClassicLine module AC5230 Besides an analogue current input (4...20 mA) and output (4...20 mA) the new ClassicLine module ha...

Functional handle in technical design with illuminated pushbuttons for higher switching currents. Function elements: 2 push-buttons up to 1 A with LED. Other colours of buttons and LED as well as additional push buttons on request. Type FG7-05 with additional emergency stop button (2 NC contacts). Connection: Version A 8 resp. 12-pole, coupling with 5 or 10 m ready-made cable available a...