Machine Building

PNOZmulti Configurator now with offline simulation function

From Version 10.9 of the PNOZmulti Configurator software tool, projects utilising the Pilz PNOZmulti compact configurable safety control systems can be simulated offline, without the use of any hardware. This provides a user-friendly way to detect, analyse and correct errors at an early stage.

23rd January 2019

New stepper motor controller from Inmoco

Inmoco is making available a new motor control integrated circuit that provides ultra-smooth, quiet motor operation, with advanced current control and safety features specifically for stepper motors. The latest addition to the Juno Velocity and Torque IC family from Performance Motion Devices, Inc. (PMD Corp.), the new Step Motor Control ICs offer higher PWM frequencies for smoother, more dynamic operation, in a 56-pin VQFN package measuring just 7.2mm × 7.2mm.

22nd January 2019

igus launches ice-chain for low-temperature applications

In order to prevent cable management systems seizing up during wintery conditions, igus has developed a new energy chain, called ice-chain. With injection-moulded raised contact points, the chance of freezing to the running surface is significantly reduced along with the associated cost of downtime and maintenance.

22nd January 2019

bigHead launches Lean Bonding for thin materials

bigHead is launching its Lean Bonding innovation at this year's JEC World in Paris in March.

22nd January 2019

Dunkermotoren's compact linear motor with double peak force

With the SA / SC 38 series, Dunkermotoren is presenting a completely new modular concept for tubular linear direct drives. The highly dynamic three-phase linear motors deliver up to 3690N and accelerate at over 200m/s ². The modular design is currently available as actuator version SA (with maintenance-free plain bearing system) and component version SC (for modules). If the linear motor should sweat during its efforts, the standard water connection ensures cooling and doubling of the continuous force.

21st January 2019

Advantech B+B SmartWorx launches LoRaWAN wireless products

Advantech B+B SmartWorx is launching LoRaWAN wireless products. LoRa solutions from Advantech help users have better control and management for applications in remote areas, for example flood monitoring, and in harsh environments including extreme temperatures and high humidity. The upcoming solutions will utilise LoRa wireless sensing technology to overcome the boundary of distance, thereby maximising monitoring efficiency and overall productivity.

21st January 2019

Self-programmed camera functions meet GenICam standard

When users want to execute self-created functions on intelligent cameras, they face two challenges: on the one hand, they often only have access via proprietary interfaces, which makes it more difficult to process data in third-party applications; on the other hand, only few models offer a high-speed data interface such as GigE Vision. However, industrial applications often require both. IDS Imaging Development Systems GmbH therefore combines standard vision industrial cameras with the vision app-based IDS NXT concept. Thanks to a "Smart GenICam App", data generated by customer-specific programming can be used in exactly the same way as if they were part of the manufacturer-independent standard functional scope of the industrial camera.

21st January 2019

Smart servo axis for effective and versatile production

Lenze has come up with a scalable drive system for production and intralogistics systems. The combination of an i950 servo inverter, an m850 synchronous motor and a g700 planetary gearbox is easy to handle and facilitates cost-effective production, even for batch size 1.

21st January 2019

Small ABS enclosures are versatile for multiple applications

BCL Distribution is expanding its T Series enclosures of small multi-purpose boxes. Specifically designed to be a flexible option for multiple applications, T Series enclosures can be easily modified by drilling or punching to suit specific customer requirements.

21st January 2019

A quantum leap towards Smart Automation and Industry 4.0

Kistler Instruments has a wide range of options for using sensors and process monitoring systems to support Industry 4.0, all of which are developed to deliver gains in quality and efficiency. Production monitoring systems combined with a wide range of sensors are the basis of enhanced digital system integration. Kistler sensors are used in a variety of assembly processes to provide intelligent monitoring and control of production, generating improved product quality and enhanced productivity.

16th January 2019