Industry Products

The AR-B1841CM600ZC has four RS-232 and six USB 2.0 ports for I/O connectivity and high speed bus communication. It can be used stand-alone or with a PCI backplane for additional I/O expansion.

Available in single, double and triple pole versions, with or without LED blown fuse indication, these fuse holders provide for up to 30A at 600V. The UL approved fuse holders provide a touch-proof housing design and the fuse is completely removed from the circuit during replacement.

The X20 bus controller has a system width of a mere 37.5 mm (1.5 inches). Made up of a base module, a supply module to supply the voltage for the entire system, and a fieldbus interface, the bus controller is an extremely flexible fieldbus connection.

Acting as a solid-state generator, the new SVR regenerates new AC power from the utility and supplies connected equipment with clean problem-free power. Due to the SVR's unique design, the units can also perform 50/60 Hertz frequency conversion for worldwide 230-volt applications in a compact 20-pound package (1.5kVA unit).

Schneider Electric has enhanced its popular Zelio line of automation products with the introduction of the new Telemecanique brand Zelio plug-in relays, Zelio Logic 2 programmable smart relays, Zelio count counters and Zelio analog interface modules.

The new high speed SCARA robot family is designed for customers needing highly reliable an precise automation solutions of long reach tasks. The new 4-axis robots, when combined with KUKA Robotics’ user friendly PC-based control platform, gives customers an extremely easy to learn and use pick and place automation solution.

The TM-1327GE is a compact progressive scan CCD camera, featuring a 2/3” image sensor and the ability to capture 30 frames per second at a full 1.4 megapixel resolution. It is suited to applications involving widely varying light conditions, specialized targeting, or inspection of blemishes or defects not easily observed in the visible spectrum.

EAM Business Edition is a powerful enterprise asset management (EAM) solution that enables a small to midsize enterprise to control critical functions including work orders, purchasing, inventory and preventative maintenance, without the investment and extended implementation time required for large-scale installations.

As automotive manufacturing becomes increasingly competitive, machine builders must look at new ways to satisfy customer demands. One solution OEMs are beginning to request is the use of modular components which are easy to combine, simplify designing and engineering tasks, and provide more flexibility for multiple car bodies to be produced on the same line.

Only three inches deep, the HI 4050 general-purpose weight controller is the first of a new line of modular controllers by Hardy Instruments. It is used in tank farm, batching/blending, filling/dispensing, check weighing, level by weight, and force measurement applications.

The expanded Allen-Bradley VersaView is a cost-effective, rugged family of industrial computers and monitors that are designed to meet the needs of virtually any industrial application - including visualization, control, information processing and maintenance.

When compared with similar step motors, these housed hybrid motors provide more torque output with increased performance, improved heat dissipation and higher side and radial load capability. These 1.8-degree step motors are available in NEMA 17, 23 and 34 frame sizes. Various stack lengths are available in each frame size, and windings can be customized to suit individual application needs.

The TPC-1570H uses low power consumption Intel Celeron M 600 MHz/1GHz processor. It is fanless and has non-rotating media, which makes it a durable and reliable platform. For applications where non-rotating media is not critical, internal space is provided for a hard drive.

Industrial managers seeking easy-to-use process control tools can now obtain Dickson Wireless Data Loggers for Temperature and Humidity Monitoring for the ultimate flexibility in monitoring technology without any wiring constraints whatsoever.

The fully-illustrated guide highlights sensing solutions for storage and retrieval systems, continuous conveyors, overhead conveyors, cranes, automated transport systems and forklift trucks. Featured technologies include photoelectric sensors, inductive sensors, ultrasonic sensors, AS-Interface networking components, RFID identification systems, barcode imagers, data transmission equipment, position tracking equipment, encoders, cordsets and accessories.

Electronic Components’ new Cm3™ connector for small and medium servomotors has simplified internal wiring and replaces two bulkier conventional circular connectors, reducing mating to servomotors to four steps.

OG Basic Line photoelectric sensors feature extended sensing ranges and stainless steel housings for rugged industrial automation applications. The sensor’s industry-standard M18 threaded housing is constructed of 316 stainless steel and features an integrated PMMA lens.

The SLF-500 is a clamp-on ultrasonic meter capable of measuring bi-directional flow through metal, plastic and even lined pipes without altering the piping. The same unit can be used on line sizes from 1 to 12 inches without recalibration, and covers a wide range of flow rates.

MA16 Series Safety Interlock Switches handle guard door misalignment of up to 10mm. These magnetically actuated switches are available in a large selection of contact configurations and feature a NEMA 6 enclosure for dirty and water washdown environments.

With a wide range of functions for centrifugal pumps and fans, the Altivar 61 drive is the solution for OEMs, end users and system integrators requiring an easy-to-use product with a high level of functionality, customization and energy efficiency. The drive lowers installation costs by eliminating throttling valves, dampers or inlet guide vanes typically used to control flow.

Ring-lug terminal block series is ideally suited for use in current transformer and standard wire termination applications for industries such as power generation, utilities and semiconductor manufacturing. The new ring-lug terminal blocks offer a finger-safe design, which eliminates the need for standard or customized dust cover, and the hinged shroud allows easy and safe wiring.

PRM R3 integrates and manages maintenance information from field instruments, monitors online conditions, and records historical data from these field devices. PRM R3's enhanced diagnostic function transforms maintenance activities from corrective maintenance to predicative and proactive maintenance.

Chainflex continuous-flex, drive, interconnect cables work with Allen Bradley MP series industrial automation systems. The cables are compatible with MP series motors and standard Allen Bradley interconnects.

High-temperature, chip-repellant version of System E2 and System E4 Energy Tubes are constructed with igumid HT, a polymer material that is unaffected by hot chips reaching temperatures of 1,500 degrees Fahrenheit and higher.

LeviChain is a magnetic Energy Chain System in which the cable carrier operates suspended in a magnetic force field to virtually eliminate abrasion and noise. LeviChain can be installed in horizontal, standing or hanging Energy Chain applications. It is currently available in three widths up to 2.95 inches.

For Intel-based and legacy Mac hardware protected by an MGE UPS, the software assures added security for connected systems by verifying the UPS connections and, in the event of a prolonged power outage, initiating a graceful shutdown when the UPS battery level is low.

Servo-Flo® 305 System is a mid-sized shot meter ideal for robotic and automated dispensing applications such as bonding, gasketing, filling and sealing operations. It will dispense abrasive and filled one-component adhesives and sealants such as epoxies, silicones, urethanes and mastics.

Industrial-scale system uses PEF (pulsed electric field) technology, resulting in bacteria kill for food pasteurization and water purification applications. It is a non-thermal, chemical-free, all solid-state system which passes liquefied food products or water through a chamber and subjects it to brief pulses of very high voltage.

Features include backup routing, fault-tolerant M2M server and new VPN functionality. Backup routing enables building a wireless backup connection to existing systems. For example: a POS terminal, which primarily relies on ADSL connection, can be equipped with a wireless communications backup.

The ASIUKH series was designed for applications that require terminating wire as large as 500 MCM and handle as much as 380 amps at 600 volts. Because the ASIUKH terminal blocks are fully enclosed, users do not need to purchase additional end covers.

IndraMotion MLC system provides real-time motion control for up to 16 axes per controller in applications such as cartoners and form/fill/seal machines.

Industrial Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch supports both gigabit SX and LX. It has many great management features that help to keep a network intact, and can be remotely configured by a web browser, SNMP, Telnet, CLI, or a menu-driven management system.

MGE UPS SYSTEMS released an enhanced version of its Enterprise Power Manager (EPM) software that provides detailed control and monitoring for critical power infrastructure. By giving administrators an overall, consolidated view of the main operating parameters of all its UPS systems and key power components, EPM adds new levels of security and manageability to power systems.

12 new isolated M and S Series multifunction data acquisition (DAQ) devices combine the safety of isolation with the high-performance timing, amplification and calibration technologies of existing M Series DAQ devices for increased accuracy.

Data acquisition (DAQ) modules for PXI Express, the NI PXIe-6259 and NI PXIe-6251 M Series, deliver fast analog and digital I/O with up to 250 MB/s dedicated per-slot bandwidth.

NI PXI-1033 chassis takes advantage of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) technology to reduce the cost required to start a PXI system. The chassis integrates PCI Express technology to offer high value and reduces costs by incorporating the MXI-Express controller in the chassis.

Low cost enclosure is completely waterproof and dust tight. It extends the life of computer workstations in any harsh, industrial environment, reduces costly downtime, and is very easy on the budget.

TURCK’s new M12 eurofast AC/DC junction box contains an integrated DC power supply that allows the use of DC sensors in AC applications. This unique 4-port junction box simulates a 2-wire AC sensor providing a cost-effective solution that is easier than installing a separate power supply and relays.

The Web-based tool — developed from feedback and collaboration with existing service and support customers — is designed to identify corrective action based on data gathered through condition monitoring and other predictive maintenance activities performed at a facility.

AXIOMTEK's SBC84700, a low power consumption 3.5-inch embedded SBC, supports VIA V4 compliant processors, dual fast Ethernet and SATA-150. This fanless embedded board is equipped with the latest VIA CN700 North Bridge core logic controller with integrated Graphics and features DualView (LVDS LCD and CRT display) capability.

These pancake-style motors are available on a custom basis in large bore or hollow shaft configurations for vacuum, radiation and other harsh environments. They are available with a power range of 25 to 2500 watts in sizes ranging from 8 to 60 in. in diameter, with maximum bore size of 20 - 25% of the motor diameter. Comprehensive design services are available.

Available with adjustable sensing ranges or tamper-proof fixed ranges, ML6 sensors operate at ranges from 20mm to 120mm and accurately detect targets while ignoring background objects beyond a precisely defined cut-off range. Housing dimensions are just 14mm x 18mm x 33mm.

Exor Electronic R&D’s high-end eTOP panels have received a major performance increase and will be equipped with a brand new CPU. The new CPU board brings the processing power of a 200 MHz 64 bit MIPS processor. They will replace the current models keeping the same part number but with the letter B added as a suffix.

These nuts can be used in conjunction with Haydon’s existing line of linear actuators or as a standalone product with Haydon’s Acme leadscrews. The anti-backlash nuts are designed to optimize system stiffness without sacrificing life or increasing drag torque.

Equipment used in automated welding applications tends to suffer shorter life spans due to harsh environmental conditions. To address this problem, Rockwell Automation has added Armor WeldBlock to its Allen Bradley 1732 ArmorBlock product line. 1732 Armor WeldBlock units are distributed I/O blocks that combine I/O circuits, a power supply and network adapters into a single, sealed IP69k housing. This lightweight, space-saving digital I/O block is ideally suited for On-Machine mounting and designed to withstand the demanding operating environment of typical welding applications.

The SMLC-SA combines ORMEC's high-performance drive technology with IEC 61131-3 programming capabilities in a single, compact, cost-effective package. The SMLC-SA provides a fully integrated machine control solution for single axis servo applications, eliminating the need for a PLC.

The new Block I/O system is designed for industrial in-cabinet use. The IP20 system is an effective way to connect industrial I/O devices to a PLC or PC controller over a Profibus network.

These single-turn servo motor feedback systems are well suited for applications requiring high resolution in an industrial housing suitable for mounting external to a servo motor. They provide precise absolute positioning with 32,768 steps per revolution.

An expanded line of miniature vacuum suction cups made from high tensile strength materials are suitable for small robotic automated assembly equipment and end-of-arm-tooling applications.

Acrosser Technology, Co., LTD announces the release of AR-ES0831 series, the Embedded System designed for space critical applications requiring extreme reliability and ruggedness in low power consumption fanless operations. It comes with an Intel Celeron M up to 1GHz or a high performance Intel Pentium M Processor.

UNO-2668 high-performance controller utilizes a Celeron 400 MHz grade processor and is equipped with eight isolated serial communication ports. It is fanless, robust, reliable, and priced from $1,325.

Managing mobile devices on a shop floor can be challenging, even for the best manager. Today, it just got easier. Intermec Inc. announced that Radley Corp., an automated data collection software provider, has integrated its X/DC data collection platform capabilities into Intermec SmartSystems Foundation. The addition allows X/DC users to discover, configure, backup, monitor and control Intermec data collection devices from anywhere on the network.

Accepting any 24 Volt DC source, including battery power, this robust reversible Gear Motor is rated for 61 Nm continuous torque, at 43 RPM, and 100Nm Peak. The Integrally mounted Failsafe Brake requires 24V DC Power, and features a (motor) holding torque of 15 in.-lb.

Danaher Motion introduces Version 1.3 of its NDC8 control platform for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV). Version 1.3 couples extensive programming options and advanced diagnostics with a high degree of user-friendliness and flexibility.

The five-port IP67 Ethernet Switch has Real-time Ring™ capability for super-fast recovery. These switches are ultra-reliable and were designed for the toughest applications, including the military.

SNAP-HD-G4F6 cable allows customers to connect SNAP PAC programmable automation controllers and Opto 22 SNAP Ethernet I/O systems to plug-in, single-channel G4 digital I/O racks.

AXIOMTEK announces a cost-effective single board computer (SBC), the SBC81202, which supports mainstream LGA775-pin Intel Pentium D, Intel Pentium 4 and Intel Celeron D processors. It has a 533/800MHz front side bus (FSB), and an Intel 865G +ICH*5 chipset.

Enea announced that Bejing-based Feynman Software has integrated its MiniGUI embedded graphics tools and middleware with Enea's OSE real-time operating system (RTOS).

Emerson Process Management today introduced a new generation of high temperature sensors designed specifically for increased sensor life and greater performance in elevated temperature applications. The new generation PERpH-X line of Rosemount Analytical Models 3300HT and 3400HT high temperature pH sensors perform longer in temperatures up to 145°C (293°F).

Ethernet Direct announces alliance partnership with Network Vision Inc., maker of IntraVUE Network Management software. Husky switches now work with IntraVUE, and Ethernet Direct is the exclusive distributor of IntraVUE in Taiwan, China and throughout Asia.

GE Fanuc Automation's All Ethernet High-Availability Solution is designed to mitigate the risks of downtime, safety concerns, and reduce total cost of ownership (TCO). The solution provides the ability to manage a large number of mission critical I/O at high speed in a distributed architecture.

National Instruments announced the NI LabVIEW Toolkit for LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT. With the new toolkit, LabVIEW users can create and download VIs to operate and control the MINDSTORMS NXT robotics platform.

National Instruments announced LabVIEW 8.20, the 20th anniversary edition of the LabVIEW graphical system design platform. Engineers and machine builders can use one software tool to design and deploy industrial systems performing high-performance measurements, FPGA-based advanced analysis and control, communication to existing systems, and human-machine interfacing.

MGE power meter provides access to a host of information such as real-time trends, averages, and demand metering, allowing users maximum control of their power management efforts.

Guidance 2400 motion controllers are based on a distributed network architecture that allows the controller to be located at the point of use. It is small enough to be placed inside machines, eliminating the need for a separate control cabinet.

The low cost, HSI3000 is an ergonomically designed, hand held, light, compact, and easy-to-use thermal imaging camera, used as a detection and diagnostic tool for condition monitoring of electrical and mechanical systems and building diagnostics.

Korenix Technology JetCon 1302 industrial Ethernet converter connects 10/100BaseT(x) lines to 100BaseFX fiber, or vice versa. Providing two 10/100BaseTx ports and 100BaseFx uplink, JetCon 1302 can be best used as either a 3-port switch or RJ45 to fiber optic converter for two devices.

NEW PANDUCT PANELMAX Corner Wiring Duct is an innovative wire management product that makes more efficient use of space inside enclosures, speeds installation and reduces control panel assembly costs.

Ethernet Direct announces Husky Switch - a complete portfolio of real robust and high performance Industrial Ethernet switches ranging from unmanaged device, SNMP managed device to Gigabit Ethernet switches.

The Fluke 5320A Multifunction Electrical Tester Calibrator is designed to simplify calibration processes and improve efficiency by incorporating in a single, easy-to-use instrument the functionality required to calibrate and verify a wide range of electrical test tools.

Alpha developed a method to integrate torque and force sensors directly into the housings of its motion control solutions - from precision gear reducers to TPM integrated gear and motor products. The sensor technology allows for the most accurate measurement of torque, axial loading, and radial loading.

Online Development Inc. will be displaying several new features of their xCoupler Enterprise Transaction Module in booth 849 at Automation Fair sponsored by Rockwell Automation in Baltimore, October 25 - 26, 2006.

Bosch Rexroth Corporation has released a new brochure called Rexroth IndraMotion for Packaging – Automation Solutions for Food Processing and Packaging Machines. The new literature describes the company’s family of open, complete and scalable hardware and software solutions for integrated motion control in the packaging industry.

Sony Electronics and National Instruments today announced that the Sony XCI-SX1 Smart Camera under the Microsoft Windows XPe operating system is compatible with National Instruments NI Vision Builder for Automated Inspection (AI) software.

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces a simplex, galvanically isolated Foundation Fieldbus Power Supply - KLD2-FBPS-1.25.360 - that provides 25 V and 360 mA of supply current with minimal heat dissipation, while supporting redundant 24 V power.

The Switch Ring is extremely rugged and IP67 waterproof, has a solid re-inforced casing, an operating temperature range of –40°C to 75°C and redundant power supply with efficient protection against surges and spikes.

A new, custom contoured pad attachment for their VT-Series vacuum tube lifter that lets one person handle odd-shaped loads such as mufflers and tailpipes is being introduced by Anver Corp. of Hudson, Massachusetts.

Barry-Wehmiller Company is entering its 120th year as an industry leader in the manufacture of bottle washers and pasteurizers for the beer, beverage, dairy and juice industries worldwide.

Aerotech’s ABRS series rotary air-bearing stages provide superior angular positioning, velocity stability, and error motion performance in an exceptionally low-profile package. The ABRS is designed to meet the exacting requirements of wafer inspection, high precision metrology, x-ray diffraction systems, optical inspection and fabrication, and MEMS/nanotechnology device fabrication.

Phoenix Contact announces a major expansion to its standard function (SF) unmanaged switch line. New SFN (narrow) switches use third-generation switch technology to lower installed costs between 20 and 70 percent compared with current market offerings.

Custom manufactured rotary encoder collars with targets on the face or O.D. for adding speed sensing capability to rotating shafts up to 10” dia. are available from Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, Massachusetts.

Command Tooling Systems has announced the addition of more than 1200 metric toolholders with quick delivery on standard and custom orders.

The new SC-Master2 catalog from Rexroth contains over 600 pages of technical and ordering details regarding industrial pneumatic directional control valves plus electro-pneumatic pressure control valves.

The brochure titled, “Automation Connectivity Products” includes cordsets and extension cords, M8 and M12 connectors, distribution boxes, industrial automation sensors, and solenoid valve connectors and cables.

Extreme temperature Micro Motion meters offer high reliability and performance for tough applications. With an extreme process temperature rating of up to 800F (427C), the Micro Motion Coriolis meters are now the highest rated temperature Coriolis meters available.

MR175 series Handheld Pendant Station offers a superb ergonomic form factor, a full complement of controls, and choice of serial or hardwired interface. Magnetic pads allow convenient storage directly on the equipment panel.

The new Allen-Bradley GuardPLC handheld terminal helps maintenance workers program and configure Allen Bradley GuardPLC safety controllers and I/O modules without the hassle of bringing a personal computer to the plant floor.

Mechanical and plant engineers are increasingly challenged to offer more flexible and more productive machines despite high price pressures. To facilitate mechatronic solutions, technology functions focusing on motion control are being implemented to a great extent in automation systems, drive systems as well as in PCs.

The combination of the Intel Pentium D processor, the Intel 865G chipset and the Intel ICH5 I/O controller hub on the IMB200 delivers high performance and effective computing power for the most demanding needs of today.

ADAM-6521ST industrial switch HAS four 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports and one multi-mode ST type fiber optic port. The fiber optic port eliminates noise interference and allows transmission distances of up to 2 km.

OST-Inviso is a comprehensive range of cameras, lenses, laser and illumination systems, combined with the OST- QuickLocator software suite, for Inspection, Metrology and Robot Guidance.

IMC rectangular inductive proximity sensors feature extended sensing ranges for rugged industrial automation applications. The sensor can be placed farther away from the target which provides protection against mechanical damage in applications such as conveying.

The IDENT Control real-time RFID product identification and data collection now supports DeviceNet and Ethernet/IP bus systems. This functionality facilitates seamless connection to any DeviceNet scanner, or ControlLogix or CompactLogix system using Ethernet/IP.

Wall plate adapters provide an easy transition from solid conduit to M12 eurofast® and 7/8-16UN minifast® cables. This wall plate adapter provides a high degree of protection, and allows conduit to be transitioned to other environments without having to use cable glands.

PLANTMASTER Manufacturing Execution System (MES) for discrete plastics manufacturing features wireless technology for data collection, together with support for the latest machine communication protocols such as Euromap 63 and OPC.

McObject has released eXtremeDB-64, the 64-bit version of its eXtremeDB 3.0 in-memory embedded database for real-time enterprise and embedded systems.

The technology of Bypass LAN with Watchdog Timer is now embedded in Acrosser’s newly released networking products, AR-M9936 and AR-M9942. On the strength of the technology, the Acrosser Networking Product Line can be more powerful and complete, and even more suitable to a variety of networking customer applications.

The TG200 TRUNKGUARD Series Fieldbus Device Couplers use a unique “fold-back” technique to disconnect a shorted instrument from the fieldbus segment, thus preventing complete segment failure.

A new high-performance, low-cost power monitoring device accurately profiles a plant’s energy consumption and utilization data while providing manufacturers with the information needed to better control and optimize energy costs.

TOL-O-MATIC Inc. has announced that it now offers its popular Slide-Rite Gearboxes in new 3:2 and 2:1 gear ratios and metric versions in 1:1 ratios. Slide-Rite Gearboxes feature TOL-O-MATIC’s unique product design and manufacturing philosophy with Endurance Technology for the most rugged products available that perform reliably right out of the box.

NI PXI-5105 eight-channel digitizer, the lowest price-per-channel high-speed data acquisition product in its class, offers a cost-effective alternative to systems that use multiplexed A/D converters or switches to increase channel count.

Latest Upgrade Delivers XCP Support for Development and Verification of Next-Generation Electronic Control Units

Pepperl+Fuchs is offering a free Guide to Sensor Technology for Metalforming applications. The fully-illustrated guide highlights sensing solutions for metalforming dies and high speed presses. Featured technologies include photoelectric sensors, inductive sensors, ultrasonic sensors, AS-Interface networking components, palm buttons, cordsets and accessories.

TRIO Power supplies, the new line of general purpose power supplies from Phoenix Contact, provide maximum power quality and reliability in a compact form factor. With rugged, zinc-plated steel housing measuring between 32 and 115mm wide, the TRIO occupies less space than most DIN-rail-mounted power supplies.

In cooperation with Fanuc Robotics' America, Inc., Dynomax will demonstrate the flexibility and durability of its robotic arm spindle line equipped with superior contamination protection on Fanuc's material removal robots during the 2006 International Machine Tool Show (IMTS).

The new “DIN Rail Terminal Blocks” catalog features a broad line of terminal blocks that are the identical equivalents to the Phoenix Contact UKN series. The terminal blocks are identical in color, design, dimensions, specifications and materials.

The BK9105 Bus Coupler from Beckhoff Automation makes the comprehensive Beckhoff Bus Terminal I/O system of over 200 different signal types fully available to Ethernet/IP users.

iRVision is an easy to use, integrated robot vision option for the new FANUC R-J3iC Controller. The iRVision System is the company’s first built-in vision package that is available on all R-J3iC Controllers, providing customers a single source for robot guidance or process feedback.

Igus offers a maintenance-free alternative to re-circulating ball bearings and cumbersome, expensive linear guides. DryLin linear bearings and guide systems are wear-resistant, self-lubricating, contamination and corrosion-free and have a low coefficient of friction.

System E4/100 Energy Chain cable carriers are designed for applications with high fill weights, high accelerations and high speeds. Featuring a special side link and stop dog design, System E4/100 carriers reduce noise generation by 50 percent and can be found in various industries ranging from assembly and packaging to entertainment.

Some of the new product features in the latest release of NLINK include a new Auto-Documentation Module that produces Microsoft Visio-driven graphical views of configured interfaces, support of OPC Unified Architecture, improved hierarchical browsing of OPC DA and HDA servers, and improved support for ISA-95/B2MML.

The new Kurt USB MLX (Multifunctional LVDT eXtra) modular building block processes input from various electrical signals with high speed and accuracy and can provide programmable responses for automatic operation. Ideally suited for stepper motor, gaging systems, automation and PLC applications.

C2500 Series of ruggedized 400 watt, 3U high, VME/Eurorack compatible DC/DC and AC/DC converters are ideal for applications including locomotive/mobile controls and communications equipment, telecommunication systems, process control systems and power stations.

The KR5 Sixx robot family is designed for customers with applications requiring 6-axis functionality for long reach tasks. The new robots, when combined with KUKA Robotics’ user friendly PC-based control platform, gives customers an extremely easy to use and easy to learn pick and place automation solution.

H Duct features hinged cover design for easy access and faster wiring changes.

The new color version of the Omron Electronics Smart Sensor, the ZFV-C, offers sensing capabilities close to human vision, including the ability to distinguish shapes and colors.

Created to allow OEM customers to easily order motor samples, help engineers with motor selection tools, and increase brand awareness, the site offers the broadest family from a single manufacturer of miniature motor technologies such as brush DC, brushless DC, stepper can stack, geared, digital linear actuators, disc magnet and hybrid.

The Parani-SD is a Bluetooth Serial Adapter product line that is designed to replace RS-232 serial cables with wireless connectivity. Options include a Bluetooth 1.2 Protocol Stack that includes Adaptive Frequency-hopping spread spectrum (AFH), software-free configuration support via an external dip-switch, Pairing button for instant configuration of an automatic connection between two Parani-SD devices, and flexible power options.

The SlotServer ControlLogix Communications Interface Module and EtherNet/IP gateways will be featured in the FieldServer Technologies booth 935 at the Automation Fair in October.

Fluke announced an updated version of its Electrical Measurement Safety interactive video aimed at reducing hazards for people measuring electrical circuits, and helping reduce risk and liability for employers.

As a network expands to connect many devices together, Ethernet redundancy becomes more critical. Korenix Dual homing technology in JetNet 4508 and 4508f managed switches, provides the most flexible solution to let different brands of Ethernet devices connect together and keep a redundant Ethernet working in fast recovery.

The MFS stand-alone safety interlock switch requires magnetic and ferroresonant signals to close the safety signals, making this switch highly resistant to tampering.

Innovative tooth design makes for exceptionally smooth running. Brilliant and shiny surfaces from wood, stone or metalworking machines and printing presses are now a reality.

SBC84620 ultra low power 3.5-inch embedded SBC features an AMD Geode LX processor. The board can support both LX800 500MHz and LX700 433MHz processors and full feature I/Os. It is an ideal entry level PC-based embedded platform with fanless operation for industrial applications.

Cimetrix announced the start of its CIMPortal TDI Beta Program. Tool Data Interface (TDI) is a specification adopted by certain Integrated Device Manufacturers (IDMs) in Japan that requires equipment suppliers to store historical data locally on the equipment and to provide local software applications to use this data to improve equipment quality.

Series 9F universal ultra small sensors are designed to fit the most stringent space requirements by fitting into any 4mm “T” slot.

Before investigating all the features provided by an Industrial Ethernet switch, you should first consider exactly what this type of device is and what it does. Contemporary Controls’ R&D Manager Bennet Levine has written a document that will aid users in this process.

EtherStax line of rugged, high-density Ethernet I/O blocks for distributed I/O and SCADA applications process 96 channels of discrete input/output signals with Modbus TCP/UDP/IP communication to a host controller.

The eAutomation Group of Advantech introduces the UNO-3062L, an industrial fanless PC with a Celeron processor, two PCI extensions, and one internal CF slot. The UNO-3062L features a rugged field-proven compact and reliable design with dual power inputs.

DIN 43650 valve connectors are mainly used with solenoid valves in hydraulic and pneumatic applications. In addition, these connectors are also used in electrical applications for pressure switches, filter switches, limit switches and special sensors.

TraceEdge-PMC helps bring TimeMachine debugger to the desktop of every device software engineer.

Autoslip Express packing slip system helps distribution centers to increase productivity at packing stations without causing large disruptions in operations or having to further allocate space for large machinery in already crowded warehouses.

Phoenix Contact's new UTTB 4 and UTTB 2.5 Double-Level Terminal Blocks increase wire density. The UT screw terminal block series features a compact design and ideal handling.

Micro Motion F-Series line of compact Coriolis meters offer ±0.10% mass flow accuracy, ±0.15% volume accuracy, ±0.50% gas flow accuracy, and ±0.001 g/cc density accuracy. F-Series sensors are available with the TÜV-certified Model 2700 transmitter for use in SIL-2 and SIL-3 applications.

MTS Systems Corp. Sensors Division has expanded its housing options for the C-Series sensors. The new housing options allow for exposed use by offering a new version that is lighter weight, less intrusive, and offers IP67 environmental protection.

ISA announced the publication of "Basic Electricity and Electronics for Control: Fundamentals and Applications, 3rd Edition," by Lawrence (Larry) M. Thompson.

ITT, Electronic Components announces compliance with RoHS and DFARS initiatives for its D-Subminiature connectors effective July 1, 2006.

The UOS-100 Ultrasonic Positioning System, consisting of ultrasonic emitters, receivers and a control interface, is designed to significantly enhance error proofing in demanding industrial assembly applications.

The new SRZ DIN rail mounted high-density modular system has a sample cycle time of 250ms and accuracy of 0.2%. Control method is selectable between position proportional control and cascade control in addition to the typical heat only and heat/cool methods.

The IPC-603MB industrial-grade compact 2U rack-mountable chassis is only 12.2” deep, ideal for space-constrained applications. It supports both ATX and micro ATX motherboards and up to three half-sized PCI cards.

Model 2200-245-051 Tip-Seal dispense valve is designed for precision dispensing of low- to high-viscosity flowable materials. It is also used in high-speed stitching or repetitive on-off applications where short segments of material are deposited onto a surface.

Offering a powerful combination of analog and digital I/O, SeaI/O-470 multifunction modules are perfect for a wide variety of applications including process control, data acquisition, broadcast automation, security, and facility management.

Remote Access Switch (ET-5MS-MDM) brings together an Industrial Telephone Modem with an Industrial 5-port Managed Ethernet Switch. This innovative product enables integrators and plant engineers to dial into the plant from remote locations, saving a trip to the plant and providing quicker service at the same time.

BL67 line of modular I/O is now available with Ethernet gateways. The BL67 Ethernet gateways interface with Modbus TCP and EtherNet/IP, coordinate the entire I/O data exchange, and generate detailed diagnostic information for the control platform.

Two new affordable, rugged and user-friendly pocket temperature calibrators simplify the maintenance and commissioning of thermocouple and RTD probes and transmitters in the harshest environments.

AR-B1890 Mini-ITX Motherboard supports Intel Pentium M and Intel Celeron M processor speed up to 2.26GHz. Based on Intel 915GM Express chipset, AR-B1890 provides front side bus of up to 533MHz and Dual Channel DDR II 400/533 So-DIMM up to 2GB.

Danfoss Drives’ VLT® AutomationDrive variable frequency drives are now available in the 40 to 60 HP power range. This power extension covers IP21 and IP55 rated enclosures in the voltage range 380 -480/500 V.

These modules accept a zero-crossing or TTL level sensor output signal, then isolate, convert, and filter the signal, providing a high-level analog voltage output. Available models provide measurement of a wide range of frequency signals, up to 100kHz; signal amplitudes range from 100mVp-p to 350Vp-p.

PM Event Analyzer is a post-process tool that allows complex process industries such as Pulp and Paper, Steel, Chemicals, Energy, Mining, Semi-conductor and high speed applications the ability to instantly determine not only why a process went wrong but what the root cause of the problem was.

Wonderware announced that it will extend the integration of Wonderware's open manufacturing software solutions built on ArchestrA technology to the Microsoft Dynamics AX business management solution.

ISA announced the publication of the 2nd edition of a classic resource - "Batch Control Systems - Design, Application, and Implementation."

Miniature Terminal Blocks mount directly on a 15mm DIN rail and are ideal for applications where space is limited or where the application has small enclosures. The ASIMBK series has a current rating up to 50 amps at 300 volts and a wiring capacity of 28 to 8 AWG.

Lion Tank Level and Multi-Tank Level Monitoring HMI Modbus RTUs are customized display panels that provide vital storage information on temperature, volume, interface, and level. The display screens are positioned at the bottom of the tanks and can be customized for 4-, 8-, or 16-tank systems for petroleum tank farms, pipeline terminals, or fuel depots.

The PC56-SLS in-rack PC with SuiteLink-DAServer for ControlLogix processors (PC56-SLS)is the first collaboration between ProSoft Technology and Wonderware. It was first initiated at the request of General Mills, a leader in food manufacturing with global net earnings in excess of 1.2 billion dollars in 2005.

Model 2400S transmitter is the first integral transmitter for the Micro Motion ELITE Coriolis meter. The new integral transmitter is suitable for process applications that require a small, compact transmitter able to fit in tight or awkward spaces.

The new Scalance™ X family of industrial Ethernet switches delivers low ownership cost while providing four options of high-performance gigabit communication.

As the pressure to trim production costs while ensuring product quality continues, controls manufacturers are looking for ways to accomplish these goals in order to maintain their competitiveness and improve efficiencies. Reductions in design time, labor and inventory costs are just a few of the ways companies can reduce their overall manufacturing costs.

Tactilus dynamic electronic pressure mapping systems now include free form sensor systems. The systems consist of up to 16 individual sensing points that can detect pressures up to 60 PSI (4.21 kg/cm²) coupled with simple electronics and a USB interface.

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces C-Series Intrinsic Safety Isolators - the latest addition to the K-System family of plug-in intrinsic safety isolators that will be introduced at ISA Expo 2006, October 17-19, in Houston TX.

Wonderware announced the addition of two new products to its line of Industrial Computers. The new Thin Client Computer and Box PC industrial systems, which come bundled with HMI software, offer flexibility, versatility and are plug-and-play ready for immediate operation in a variety of manufacturing and industrial settings.

Model USB-CTR-15 embedded digital counter/timer board board is packaged in a small, rugged, industrial enclosure and features 15 independent 16-bit counter/timers. This USB device is an ideal solution for adding portable, easy-to-install, counter/timer capabilities to any PC or embedded system with a USB port.

Emerson Process Management now makes vibration monitoring of rotating equipment possible in hazardous areas of chemical and petrochemical process plants and refineries.

High-voltage PXI switch module is capable of routing signals up to 600 V. Engineers can use this new switch module to build automated test systems with stringent voltage, current and bandwidth requirements using one compact, rugged chassis.

The D-series sensor is a low-cost displacement sensor with Temposonics® magnetostrictive sensing technology. The D-Series sensor utilizes MTS’ patented non-contact sensing technology with the highest possible durability in linear positioning.

Used to architect secure high performance IPv4/v6 Intra-Platform Networks (IPNs), the SVME/DMV-682 can also be used to cost-effectively transform legacy 'bus-based' VME systems into high performance 'network-ready' switched system.

The CHAMP-AV IV's Quad 1.25 GHz Freescale 7448 processors increase complex FFT processing speed by as much as 300%.

Korenix JetCon 1302, a 2-port 10/100Base-TX to 100Base-FX Fast Ethernet media converter, provides extra flexibility for traditional Fiber media conversion. It adopts slim industrial design, small dimensions (HxWxD, 112mm x 30mm x 90mm) and little weight, to save rail space.

The new GAGEMOUNT weigh module is available in 20, 30, 50 and 100 ton capacities. The compact design allows for simple, economical conversion of tanks, hoppers and silos into weighing systems.

CCD technology meets the needs of demanding high-speed hand sortation applications. With a first pass read rate of more than 99 percent (compared to 90-96 percent for lasers), HandsFree provides the accuracy of a camera at the price of a laser scanner, while increasing product throughput. Quick set-up and low maintenance enable HandsFree to provide the lowest total cost of ownership of any bar code scanning option.

Multi-Flex VSC conveyor system brings the greatest flexibility in assembly/changeover ease to low-profile angle conveyors. The VSC (variable-shape conveyor) system's three different angle selections - 30°, 45° and 60° - can be assembled into eight different conveyor types to transfer product between different elevation patterns.

The SDR1L, SDR2L, and SDR4L COTS-based single, dual and quad-channel Serial FPDP data recorders will support data streams at rates up to 245MB/s per channel. Archived data can be retrieved via the Gigabit Ethernet port at rates up to 1.25 GB/s. An optional high-speed 2GB/s Fibre Channel Data Retrieval kit is also available for significantly faster retrieval speeds, up to 200MB/s.

Honeywell today announced a new service that will help pulp and paper companies reduce maintenance costs while keeping their quality-control equipment running smoothly: Honeywell Quality Control System (QCS) Remote Monitoring. Designed to support Honeywell DaVinci and MXOpen systems, QCS Remote Monitoring allows Honeywell technicians to securely monitor their customers’ scanner equipment and diagnose problems from afar, saving maintenance expenses and reducing downtime.

The Flowserve GCX single mechanical cartridge seal is specifically designed for ANSI and DIN pump services, where the pumps and seals are required to operate in multiple chemical environments without chemical compatibility change-outs. The Flowserve GCX seal is ideally suited for intermediate and batch chemical processes in short-run chemical plants and in multiple campaign specialty chemical and pharmaceutical plants using solvents and steam for decontamination.

Moore Industries' TPZ PROFIBUS PA Temperature Transmitter saves wire and installation costs by allowing up to 32 field devices (126 with repeaters) to be networked onto one, low-cost PROFIBUS PA data link. The TPZ features industry-leading 20-bit input resolution to deliver measurement accuracies of up to ±0.05°C (±0.09°F).

The EDS-408A/405A series is an economical managed switch solution that includes both 8-port models and 5-port models. The rugged industrial design features plug-n-play Turbo Ring redundancy (recovery time < 300 ms at full load), and advanced managed functions, such as QoS, Port-based VLAN, SNMP V1/V2c/V3, and RMON.

The IEXR and IEHR Series’ rugged 70W-150W dc/dc converters are ideal for a variety of applications, including process control, instrumentation and industrial installations.

Continuum Software Architecture (CSA) helps reduce development, integration, life-cycle maintenance and support costs. CSA will significantly enhance the ease of COTS integration with Curtiss-Wright's system "building blocks" such as single board computers and mezzanine cards.

The AIMB-762 industrial dual-core ATX motherboard supports the Intel dual-core Pentium D, Pentium 4, and Celeron D processors in the LGA775 socket. It's built on the Intel 945G chipset and delivers computing speeds of over 3.8 GHz with a front side bus up to 533/800 MHz. With 10.7 GB/S of bandwidth and up to 4 GB/S of memory, the dual DDRII 533/667 SDRAM enhances computing capability and memory performance with faster system responsiveness and support for 64-bit computing.

Customers have the option of sending in a drawing or using the EZ-Rail design software found online at the ASI website. Once we receive a request we can normally provide an engineering drawing and a quotation in a matter of days.

“The DVT 515 and 535 are not limited to a single or even a few generic machine vision functions, but handle a much broader range of applications than similarly-priced vision sensors,” said Kris Nelson, Cognex Senior Vice President, Vision Sensors. “It's also very easy for users to combine vision tools to inspect, measure, count, find features and compare patterns in order to automate inspection and ensure quality in a variety of applications and industries.”

Performance Supervision Software now includes a simple color-coded interaction map. On this map, users can quickly identify the most important process interactions. Process Interaction Mapping also displays lead and lag data, making it much easier to find the root cause of process upsets.

GE Fanuc Automation, Inc., a unit of GE Industrial, today announced the availability of its second Productivity Pack for Proficy HMI/SCADA iFIX, CIMPLICITY and View customers. This release continues GE Fanuc's commitment to continue to deliver new tools, utilities, and add-ins for its HMI/SCADA products in the form of Productivity Packs available to its GlobalCare customers.

Moore Industries' T2X-DWB Wall-Mount Room Air Temperature Monitoring System is designed for monitoring indoor conditions in production facilities—such as in semiconductor, micro-electronics, pharmaceuticals and biotech processes—where maintaining stable ambient temperature is required for on-spec product and predictable yields.

Rugged versions of the R-Series and G-Series magnetostrictive linear position sensor products are ideal for the most extreme application environments, such as those found in materials testing and the production of metal, wood and plastic products.

Portescap N Series Slotted Brushless DC Motors are available in size 5, 6, 9 and 11, ideal for medical and electronic assembly applications where high speed is key, and in sizes 12, 14 and 15 for industrial applications where high torque is required.

The GLM20 complete 1-axis positioning system offers the highest acceleration/deceleration, and lowest noise levels, in its class.

MTL-Relcom has launched four 12-port versions of the best-selling Megablock wiring hub for use in modern fieldbus networks. The FCS-MB12-SG-T, F215, F271 and F271-XE feature an integrated switched and switchable terminator respectively thus increasing the range of options to include 2-, 4-, 8-, 10- and 12-drop versions.

With the new CX9000 Embedded PC, Beckhoff Automation shrinks PC-based control technology into a compact, I/O Bus Coupler-size housing. Despite the miniature size and the exceptionally affordable $500 price tag, the CX9000 offers ample computing capacity – even for complex automation tasks – and includes a 100MB Ethernet connection as standard. A key feature of the CX9000 is an energy-saving 266 MHz Intel IXP420 CPU with XScale technology that runs Microsoft Windows CE as the operating system.

Micro Speed-E-Chain is an ideal alternative to busways, busbars, festoons and other types of electrification supplies. It offers all the benefits of a traditional Energy Chain cable carrier, including cable protection, extension of service life and elimination of maintenance and downtime. Micro Speed-E-Chain is designed for storage and retrieval systems, extendable conveyors, material handling applications and tool changers.

At just 35mm high, the D-UFB-PB is ideal for use in the latest generation of Siemens PLCs. The D-UFB-PB is designed for PROFIBUS-DP applications with data rates up to 12 mbps. Surge protection is integrated into the fieldbus connector, saving space. The PROFIBUS cable connects directly to the surge protector, so there is no need for an additional protective device to be installed to the PROFIBUS connector.

For reduced dust generation, the Type CKR incorporates a unique sealing mechanism that achieves cleanliness of Class 4 under the ISO14644-1: 1999, which is equivalent to class 10 under Fed. Std. 209E (internal suction, under down flow environment).

The simple design of the Type RU consists of one-piece outer and inner ring construction, and requires no precise housing preparation or special fixturing. The THK engineered design allows for easy installation with either inside or outside ring.

ASI is the first company to address the complaints of customers that the terminal blocks are not really equivalent due to differences of color, the requirement for different accessories and a lack of different models. Their new terminal blocks are molded from a UL 94V0 material and are UL recognized. The color of the housings is the same so there are no visual differences in the terminal blocks.

The Ethersmart Wildcard™, a 2” x 2.5” expansion board, brings web connectivity to any of Mosaic's embedded controllers and operator interfaces. This low-cost peripheral card connects with standard Ethernet cables, allowing instruments to communicate with other computers on a Local Area Network (LAN). With it, you can connect to a controller from a web browser anywhere in the world to monitor its status, diagnose problems or update its software. An application program can send emails to transmit data or alert other computers on the network when significant events occur.

Adalet's new, easily modified, series of enclosures are offered in a variety of sizes ranging from 16x16x6 to 60x36x20. This series of enclosures, developed specifically with the packaging and processing industries in mind, offers the ability to add holes, cut-outs, drip panels, lighting kits, fans and much more. These built-to-order enclosures are economical and ship in as little as three weeks.

The Bosch Rexroth TK1 retrofit kit is a “plug-and-play” solution designed to replace the Indramat TRANS01 single-axis motion controller and the DSC servo amplifier commonly found in milling, drilling, and tapping machines within the auto industry.

Emerson Process Management announces the arrival and deployment of a new GER Titan 320 kV industrial X-ray system to inspect welds on Micro Motion Coriolis flow meters. Representing an investment of over a half-million dollars, this state-of-the-art, high-sensitivity, high-definition X-ray device is the most recent, non-destructive testing equipment available.

OPCcalc allows you to easily create complex process calculations which use OPC tags as inputs to equations and outputs of results. Based on Microsoft Visual Basic.Net, OPCcalc handles all of the "plumbing" for your equations, letting you concentrate on your calculation logic.

The EtherCAT sensor, short for 'Ethernet for Control Automation Technology,' is an innovative interface for industrial Ethernet that provides the fastest, most deterministic industrial networking possible using the base Ethernet physical layer.