Machine Building

Simcenter Amesim upgrades accelerate digital twin creation

The latest release of Simcenter Amesim system simulation software helps accelerate digital twin creation through greater ease of use and democratised access to system simulation. By further extending Modelica support and integration with other Simcenter products, Simcenter Amesim helps users to set up a unique toolchain throughout the development cycle.

29th April 2019

Phoenix Contact COMPLETE line optimises panel building processes

Phoenix Contact now supplies a complete system to optimise all of the processes during control cabinet manufacturing: COMPLETE line is a system comprising technologically leading and coordinated hardware and software products, consulting services and system solutions.

29th April 2019

Servo motors compatible with Simatic Micro-Drive system

Dunkermotoren has been a market leader in the 20-1100W power range for years thanks to its BG 45, BG 65(S), BG 75 and BG 95 brushless DC motors (24-48V). As part of a product partnership with Siemens, new versions of these motors are now available for use with the latest Simatic Micro-Drive servo drive system.

19th April 2019

Do you need a high-performance platform for machine vision?

RDS is now offering the new Aetina N622 and N510 compact boards that benefit from the NVIDIA Jetson TX2i/TX2/TX1 super-computing hardware. The boards make it possible to run AI-based machine vision and other intensive operations from within a compact board and are said to be excellent for computing-intensive and low-power envelope AI applications.

18th April 2019

New modular operating mode and access permission system

Pilz is launching the PITmode fusion, a modular operating mode selection and access permission system. Being modular, the system offers machine builders and system integrators greater flexibility when implementing safety and security on equipment and processes.

18th April 2019

New high-capacity mobile industrial robot with 1000kg payload

The new addition to the RARUK Automation MiR range is the autonomous, mobile industrial robot that warehouses and factories have been waiting for. The MiR 1000 extends the payload capacity of the fleet to 1000kg, making it highly suitable for transporting heavier pallets. It provides even greater scope for companies to optimise their internal transportation of heavy loads and pallets and enables employees to focus on higher-value activities.

17th April 2019

New frequency inverter from NORD: versatile, networked, powerful

With the NORDAC PRO SK 500P, Nord Drivesystems has launched a state-of-the-art control cabinet inverter with the most recent component technology and excellent levels of functionality, connectivity and modularity. The inverters have an impressive number of interfaces for communication and field buses, innovative features as well as a number of extension possibilities, so that they can be easily integrated into all automation architectures.

17th April 2019

Standard plastic spur gears now available from Norelem

Norelem is launching a range of plastic spur gears, for a cost-effective and highly efficient addition to the toolkits of design engineers.

16th April 2019

Mitsubishi's new 7-inch HMI is designed for extreme environments

HMIs have been widely used to facilitate operator control within the factory environment for many years now; however, the growing application of automation outside the factory means that HMIs are expected to operate in much harsher, more demanding applications than standard products are used to. To address these needs Mitsubishi Electric has added a new ruggedized variant to their already comprehensive HMI product range.

16th April 2019

ABB launches ACS6080 drive for high-performance motor control

ABB has expanded its all-compatible drives offering to include the ACS6080 medium voltage (MV) drive for critical applications. The new drive introduces a breakthrough control technology, developed by ABB, that brings high-performance motor control to demanding processes used in industries such as mining, metals and marine. The drive also enables plants to operate more efficiently and produce higher quality output.

15th April 2019