SICK has pioneered the addition of IO-Link to two of its most compact and industry-standard identification devices. Both the SICK CLV61X fixed-mount 1D bar code reading scanner and the RFU61X UHF RFID read/write device were first to market with IO-Link variants, enhancing the integration versatility of SICK’s identification portfolio.

Sprint Electric will unveil a new AC regeneration drive at the SPS 2023 exhibition in Nuremberg in November. The Generis AC drive is described by the company as the next generation of AC drive technology, delivering cost effective and highly reliable AC motor control combined with energy regeneration and low input current harmonics.

Stephen Hayes, managing director at automation and control technology specialist, Beckhoff UK, explores the possibilities of edge IoT and AIoT.

Mouser Electronics has released a new eBook in collaboration with Vishay, analysing the technologies and components supporting the next generation of Industry 4.0 solutions.

Marek Lukaszczyk, Europe and Middle East marketing manager for geared motor manufacturer, WEG, explains how to specify the correct gear unit for your application.

The new Power Bayonet Connector PBC15 from binder is suitable for power supply and signal linking of devices via just one cable. Important features of the compact connector with quick locking include its high power density and easy-to-use design, which is tailored for fast wiring and installation.

Fabian Fischer, team leader for application sales at KEB Automation, explains the challenges food and packaging machinery pose for drive and automation solutions and how these can be overcome. Functional safety concepts, for example, are of particular importance.

Slewing ring bearings from igus in the iglidur PRT series now have a minimal, low-cost variant. PRT-05-15-PC is both low on price and good for the environment, being made of 97% regranulated high-performance plastics.

FDB Panel Fittings now has an extensive stock of handles for doors, drawers, panels, equipment and cases from a range of manufacturers, in various materials, in its online store.

With a width of only 600 mm and a fast throughput time, the KVC 621 SE quality inspection system from Kistler is ideally suited for the mass production of stamped parts. The system ensures the reliable quality testing of each of the up to 4,000 pieces that get processed every minute.