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5G Router Scalance MUM853-1 (A1) by Siemens

5G Router Scalance MUM853-1 (A1): Siemens has officially announced the release and availability for sale of the SCALANCE MUM853-1 (A1), a cutting-edge device designed for seamless integration into both public and private 5G networks. This launch represents a significant milestone in the evolution of industrial 5G applications, offering unprecedented opportunities...

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Launches R86TB High-Performance Teach Pendant for Improved Operability

R86TB High-Performance Teach Pendant for Improved Operability: Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has introduced the R86TB teach pendant, a significant evolution from traditional high-performance models, offering enhanced customization and user-friendly features for both OEMs and end users. Sporting a spacious 10.1-inch high-definition display, the R86TB ensures optimal visibility and accessibility of...

SmartLink Product Family from Softing

Softing Industrial Offers New Access to PROFINET Networks: Softing announced an expansion to its SmartLink product line with the introduction of two innovative additions: the smartLink HW-PN and the smartLink SW-PN, designed to facilitate access to PROFINET networks. These new products are set to be unveiled at the forthcoming Emerson...

Emerson’s New Compact, Rugged PC Built to Connect Industrial Floor to Cloud

PACSystems™ IPC 2010 Compact Industrial PC (IPC): Today, Emerson made headlines with the announcement of their latest innovation, the PACSystems™ IPC 2010 Compact Industrial PC (IPC). Engineered with resilience in mind, this rugged industrial computer stands ready to tackle a diverse array of tasks within machine and discrete part manufacturing...

Powerful Measuring Sensor with Two New Modes by Banner

New Q2X Miniature Photoelectric Sensors: In a recent development, Banner has expanded its Q2X series of miniature photoelectric sensors with the introduction of two innovative modes: the Laser Measurement mode and the Fixed-Field mode. These additions mark a significant enhancement in Banner's product lineup, offering advanced sensing solutions tailored to...

Put Maple System’s PLC To The Test For Free

Maple Systems Try-Before-You-Buy PLC: PLC-FB1616P0202-DEMO: Expand your system's capabilities with always free software and a free PLC with these specs: 6 Digital Inputs / 16 Digital Outputs 2 Analog Inputs / 2 Analog Outputs 2 Channel High Speed Counters (HSC) PID Control, Auto-tuning, RTC, Serial or Ethernet Communications. 8 Digital...

Cobot Colleague Tirelessly Lends A Hand by ABB

Cobot colleague tirelessly lends a hand: In a recent development reported by ABB, the German engineering company METEC CNC Präzisionsteile GmbH has made a significant leap in production efficiency by integrating an ABB GoFa™ collaborative robot (cobot) into its operations. This strategic addition has not only doubled METEC's production capacity...

Rapid Inductive Position Measuring System by Balluff

Rapid Inductive Position Measuring System: Balluff is launching a new inductive and extremely fast position measuring system - smart features included. In addition to a high repeatability and measuring frequency of >10 kHz, the BIR impresses with a large, adjustable measuring range and a particularly compact, flat housing with small blind...

Easy Integration of Danfoss VLT Frequency Inverters by Bihl Wiedemann

Danfoss VLT Frequency Inverters: In the latest article from Bihl+Wiedemann, the company introduces a streamlined solution for integrating Danfoss frequency inverters from the VLT series with the AS-Interface system. Highlighting the simplicity of the process, Bihl+Wiedemann presents the ASi-5 motor module BWU4980, a device designed to facilitate plug-and-play connectivity through...

Logging OPC Data with Custom Time Formats by Sofware Toolbox

Logging OPC Data with Custom Time Formats: A recent article from Software Toolbox underscores the crucial role of timestamp configuration in data logging, emphasizing its impact on interpretation and sorting accuracy. The latest release of OPC Data Logger, V4.0.0.2, introduces customizable time formats directly through the user interface, addressing user...

February 22 News on Sensors, 5G Routers, Profinet Gateways, Edge IPCs, Robots and Ai in 2024 & more (N169)

Daily Industrial Automation News Roundup: Today's News: Banner's New Measuring Sensors, Siemens' New 5G Routers, Softing's New Profinet Gateways, Emerson's New Edge IPC, Mitsubishi's New R86TB Teach Pendant, Rockwell's New Embedded Edge Compute Module, Yaskawa's Thoughts on Zero Maintenance, ABB on Robots and Ai in 2024 and more in this episode...

February 20 News on RFID Readers, Free PLCs, ASi-5, WinCC, MicroLogix, Energy Hub, Slice IO & more (N168)

Daily Industrial Automation News Roundup: Today's News: Balluff Celebrates 40 Years Making RFID Readers, Maple Systems' New PLC Try Before You Buy, Bihl+Wiedemann Connects Danfoss Drives via ASi-5, Mitsubishi Automates Machine Tending, Balluff's Rapid Inductive Position Measuring System, Software Toolbox On Logging OPC Data, Siemens Updates WinCC, Rockwell Releases New...

Omlox Standard Is Shifting Gears

Location-Tracking Standard omlox is Shifting Gears: Omlox is now addressing multiple verticals: discrete manufacturing, automotive, logistics, semi-conductor, aerospace, healthcare, and retail. Technology-wise, omlox has much more depth today, providing an even better support for locating use-cases and integrating more locating technologies, like vision-based systems, more wireless-technologies, and even ultrasound-based locating...

Intrinsically Safe Smartphone with USB-C by PepperL+Fuchs

Smart-Ex 03 Intrinsically Safe Smartphone with All-Around USB-C Interface: Smart-Ex 03 intrinsically safe smartphone by PepperL+Fuchs, users can solve the most diverse tasks in the (process) industry. The 5G-capable Android™ device has a range of sophisticated functionalities that take working in hazardous areas up to Zone 1/21 to a new level. One of these...

New Generation of HVAC Programmable Controllers by Danfoss

Danfoss Introduces New Generation HVAC Programmable Controller Portfolio: Danfoss announces the Alsmart Universal Controller platform which is a new-generation programmable controller portfolio for the HVAC market. The platform has been designed to meet today’s advanced needs as well as tomorrow’s combining flexible and advanced control features, multiple communication options, the...

Auvesy-MDT New Devices and Editor Updates

New Devices and Editor Updates from Auvesy-MDT: Starting in February 2023, Octoplant has shifted its primary focus towards the development of new devices and editor updates. This strategic decision aligns with the company's goals and objectives. However, as a result of economic considerations, Octoplant will no longer be able to...

Banner AC Voltage Sensor

AC Voltage Sensor, Continuously Monitor Voltage to Gain Insights on Plant and Equipment Performance: Banner's new AC Voltage Sensor which you can get a more comprehensive view of equipment and overall plant health while improving the accuracy of power calculations. Sensor data is easily accessed via the Modbus RTU interface...

Three PROFINET Application Profiles Gaining Momentum – Part 3 by Pi Profinews

Three Profinet Application Profiles Gaining Momentum: PROFINET is experiencing a resurgence in the use of Application Profiles, with three profiles leading the way: PROFIsafe, PROFIenergy, and PROFIdrive. In previous issues, we explored PROFIsafe and PROFIenergy, and in this edition, we delve into PROFIdrive. To recap, Application Profiles enhance device compatibility within...

Gather Field Data with New Modbus Router by ProSoft Technology

Gather Field Data with New Modbus Router: ProSoft's multi-port module offers support for EtherNet/IP™, Modbus TCP/IP, and Modbus RTU, catering to the diverse needs of industries. It enables seamless data transmission to processors or SCADA systems, making it ideal for OEMs requiring flexible protocol configurations. The module also features device...

Red Lion Launches New Strain Gauge Modules And J1939 And Can Protocol Sleds For The Flexedge Platform

Strain Gauge Modules and J1939 and can Protocol Sleds For The Flexedge Platform Red Lion lunches new strain gauge modules which are easily installable and configurable and come in both SSR output and relay output options. Both offer single-loop PID capabilities to monitor, measure, and control equipment. Designed to thrive...