Machine Building

ABB robots integrated within B&R's automation portfolio

B&R, a unit of ABB's Robotics and Discrete Automation business, has announced that ABB robots are being integrated into its automation portfolio. With the ability to offer unprecedented levels of machine flexibility and precision, merging robotics with machine control into one unified architecture will enable manufacturers to embrace the trend of mass customisation and optimise their lot-size-one processes.

9th December 2019

DS-082 4K digital signage player is slim yet powerful

Advantech is launching DS-082, the powerful yet slim 4K digital signage system for four displays. This powerful 4K signage system delivers a high-impact visual experience across multiple displays powered by AMD Ryzen V1000/R1000 processors and integrated with AMD VEGA Graphics. DS-082 comes in an ultra slim profile of just 19mm with fanless and cable-free design that allows for easy installation behind the displays while saving on space. It can simultaneously drive four/three UHD(4K)/FHD(1080P) displays via HDMI; delivering seamless and smooth content flows across digital menu boards, self-ordering systems, retail applications, queuing systems, and multi-media kiosks.

9th December 2019

Low-end SMARC computer-on-module for cost-sensitive applications

congatec is introducing a new SMARC 2.0 Computer-on-Module with Arm Cortex-A53 based NXP Semiconductors i.MX 8M Nano processor. The conga-SMX8-Nano defines a new low-end performance class for SMARC. With its stunning ultra-low power graphics capabilities as well as its limited number of carefully selected I/Os, the new NXP i.MX 8M Mini compatible NXP i.MX 8M Nano processor targets low cost application areas not previously reached by - but well suited for - vendor-independent, standardised Computer-on-Modules.

9th December 2019

3-A hygienic feet, knobs, nuts and handles from Essentra

Essentra Components is aware that with a more complex and globalised food supply chain, hygiene in food production is more important than ever. Consequently, the company is delighted to offer an extensive range of 3-A hygienic levelling feet, star knobs, nuts and handles which help users minimise the three main hygienic design hazards of physical, chemical and biological contaminants.

6th December 2019

Harmony emergency stop plates and illuminated lens rings at RS

RS Components has added a selection of illuminated emergency stop legends to its Harmony range of factory automation control buttons manufactured by Schneider Electric. The new legend plates are designed to help operators and maintenance engineers to locate emergency stop buttons quickly and minimise production downtime.

6th December 2019

Fast common mode filters with integrated ESD protection

Nexperia is announcing the market's fastest common mode filter (choke)/ ESD protection combination. The new PCMFxUSB3BA/C features the industry's widest differential passband of up to 10GHz 3dB frequency and a very high surge robustness of up to 7.5A 8/20us. It is designed to suppress common mode and single-ended noise while minimising the impact on the signal integrity of very fast data lines.

6th December 2019

ECDriveS powered roller drive and control system for light loads

SEW-Eurodrive is launching ECDriveS, an innovative new drive system for light-load roller conveyors that is simple to set up, highly efficient and cost-saving. It is also packed full of new features that the company says takes roller conveyor technology to the next level.

6th December 2019

Chainflex CFBUS cables are designed for dynamic applications

igus is promoting its chainflex CFBUS cables, which are designed for dynamic applications. Low-end "˜chain-suitable' bus cables usually feature simple extruded outer jackets and open shielding, which in moving applications can lead to abrasion damage and interference. They also tend to have a layered conductor design, which can result in lower signal quality.

5th December 2019

Pluggable terminal blocks with Push-in connection

Multi-level terminal blocks from Phoenix Contact increase wiring density under limited space conditions. The new, multilevel terminal blocks with a diagonal design are just 3.5mm wide and save space for wiring. Another advantage of the diagonal design is the user-friendly cable entry.

5th December 2019

Variohm launches low-power series of pressure sensors

Variohm EuroSensor's new EPT31LE series pressure sensor features very fast power-up and response times and a low power consumption that suits mobile equipment pressure monitoring used in combination with battery and/or solar powered wireless transmitting systems. Aimed at remote pressure-monitoring tasks on agricultural machinery, heavy construction equipment and similar demanding applications, the sensor's supply voltage is 3 or 5V DC and current consumption is just 6mA with more than 20 pressure range variants from 0.6 to 5000 bar in gauge or vacuum units.

5th December 2019