Machine Building

P8S proximity sensors install quickly in standard 5mm T-slots

Parker Hannifin is introducing a new family of proximity sensors for use with pneumatic or electric actuators in a wide range of automation and motion control applications. P8S magnetic cylinder sensors enable quick, precise and contactless sensing of a piston's position in cylinders. The sensors provide an elegant and cost-effective option in automated systems and are optimised to be especially easy to mount and incorporate in designs.

5th December 2019

Intelliconnect solderless connectors for semi-rigid cables

Intelliconnect (Europe) Ltd is extending its award-winning range of solderless, field-replaceable connectors to include a version for 0.047" semi-rigid cables. When assembled, semi-rigid cables can be factory formed or routed as required in situ. Typical applications include civil and military telecommunications, civil and military aeronautics, military equipment, space and measurement systems.

4th December 2019

congatec and Hacarus launch Sparse Modeling embedded AI kit

congatec and the AI experts at Japanese company Hacarus have unveiled what is claimed to be the world's first embedded computing kit for Artificial Intelligence (AI) that uses Sparse Modeling technology. Sparse Modeling needs little training data to make highly accurate predictions. This is an advantage for vision-based inspection systems, among others, because the reject rate is naturally lower when manufacturing quality is high.

3rd December 2019

FDB introduces Pinet 90deg stainless steel concealed hinges

New from FDB Panel Fittings are the Pinet 90deg opening stainless steel and steel hinges for concealed installation - with two options available, the 3520 with pins and links in 430 stainless and the 3625 in 316L stainless.

3rd December 2019

Mitsubishi launches latest generation of micro-PLC

Mitsubishi Electric is releasing the company's smallest and most powerful compact PLC to date, the FX5UC series Premium Micro PLC. Its diminutive size is set to help machine builders and manufacturers pack ever more functionality into a smaller space - while also providing the web access and network connectivity demanded by Smart Factory applications.

3rd December 2019

Nord launches high-efficiency IE5+ synchronous motor

At SPS 2019 in Nuremberg, Nord Drivesystems presented a new synchronous motor with a significantly higher energy efficiency (IE5+). This new motor can be supplied without a fan and with very smooth surfaces. It can be combined with the nsd tupH surface treatment. It is therefore optimally suited for use in intralogistics and wash-down applications.

2nd December 2019

Parker launches apps-based Pro Display 12 HMI

Parker Hannifin is widening its display portfolio with Pro Display 12, a high-level 12-inch HMI display module featuring optimum camera connectivity. Pitched at mobile machine OEMs in sectors such as agriculture and construction, this rugged and high-performance module has a sunlight readable display and quad-core CPU.

2nd December 2019

High bright IPS sunlight-readable displays

Recently launched by SGD is a range of high bright, IPS sunlight-readable displays sizes 3.5" to 10.1". These displays offer wide viewing angles and excellent price performance making them well suited for industrial use.

2nd December 2019

Next-generation industrial thermal transfer printers

Phoenix Contact's new generation of thermal transfer printers produce high-quality industrial identification markings quickly and reliably. The printer systems have an impressive integrated colour touch display that guides you through the menu intuitively and conveniently using clear symbols. The Thermomark Card 2.0 prints marking materials in card and sheet format. The Thermomark Roll 2.0 is a versatile, efficient roll printer for a wide range of marking materials in roll and endless format.

29th November 2019

Smart vision sensors for use with cobots: fast and flexible

Achieving optimal functional and operational flexibility combined with quick and easy process integration are likely to be high on the list of "˜must-haves' when selecting vision sensors. Therefore, the latest robot-compatible VeriSens vision sensors from Baumer will really be appreciated. These new "˜smart' XF900 and XC900 vision sensors are the latest options for controlling collaborating robots (Cobots) and have been designed with the emphasis very much focussed on optimum precision, combined with simple and easy set-up.

29th November 2019