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Editor's Pick
Allied Expert Advice: A Checklist for Sensible Motor Maintenance
Small motors – both AC and DC – serve as critical points in industrial operations. They may be integral to automation and equipment control and serve multiple purposes to mechanically drive and actuate systems and equipment, but are often replaced rather than repaired or reconditioned. Larger motors may be repaired, rewound, and sent into a motor rewind pool. However, many motors will simply be replaced when imminent signs of failure are detected using... often replaced rather than repaired or reconditioned. Larger motors may be repaired, rewound, and sent into a motor rewind pool. However, many motors will simply be replaced when imminent signs of failure are detected using...
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HVAC and IT
Bridging the Gap between HVAC & IT Infrastructure: A Rittal First Webinar, April 15, 1-2pm
Join in with Rittal to sharpen up your IT & Industrial infrastructure, as well as your mission critical processes. Take your Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning needs and business to the next level with some cool tips from Rittal's experts. The key lies in adopting safe and connected technologies and processes that keep your infrastructure running smoothly and your business booming. Rittal’s Blue e and Blue e+ air conditioners, fans, and other climate control...
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Machine Use
It’s Time to Rethink Machine Safety and Security
Digital technology continues to transform manufacturing. And as smart factory initiatives escalate, OEMs face new demands for highly productive, information-enabled machines that support digital transformation – and help maintain safety and security in a connected world. Not so long ago, “productivity,” “safety” and “security” were viewed as separate machine considerations – often at odds with each other. However, in modern connected plants, they...
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Voltage Testing
Exploring Permanently Mounted Voltage Testing Products
There are a variety of different electrical safety products that are permanently mounted, each with different functionality and limitations. They all have different purposes and should not be discussed interchangeably. Three common types of permanently mounted products are Voltage Indicators, Test Portals, and Absence of Voltage Testers. Voltage indicators are permanently mounted and use LED-style indicators that illuminate when presence of voltage is...
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Encoder Considerations
A Guide to Communication Protocols for Absolute Encoders
Automation continues to revolutionize the modern world. It goes beyond industrial automation and Industry 4.0 to include the commercial and consumer domains. This is where the wider IoT plays by automating tasks that were once physical but are now increasingly electromechanical. In very general terms, electric motors provide a way of controlling the physical world. However, the majority of electric motors are relatively basic, meaning that...
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Daily News
- TPE Control & Motor Cables Receive ECOLAB Certification
HELUKABEL recently announced that multiple TPE-jacketed control and motor cables have recently been tested and certified by ECOLAB for use during washdown processes found typically in the food and beverage industries. The products that were subjected to the 28-day test using cleaning/disinfecting substances Topactive 200, Topactive 500, P3-topax 66, P3-topactive OKTO, and P3-topax 990 along with demineralized water (used for zero-reference value)...
- Omron Now Offering Personalized Sensor Consultations for Automotive and Other Industry Applications
Automation solutions provider Omron Automation Americas seeks to help automotive customers, and particularly those with stamp and weld applications, find the right sensors for their unique needs. Sensors play a key role in the automotive industry. In applications like stamp and weld, for example, the right sensors help protect fast-moving, million-dollar equipment that must align perfectly to form the requisite automotive parts. Investing in...
- Claim Your Spot at a Unique Digital Experience for Logistics Industry Professionals
Did you know that ProMat Digital Experience (ProMatDX) is just around the corner? Omron is proud to be a sponsor of the one-of-a-kind online event that gives manufacturing and supply chain professionals critical access to the latest solutions for operational agility and reliability. As part of Omron's sponsorship, they’re hosting four sessions on key topics in data analytics, robotics pallet handling, machine safety and automated label quality inspection. These...
- Reliable Controls Launches eCycle Service
Recently, Reliable Controls was pleased to announce a new initiative that will help its customers minimize waste in the field: eCycle. The eCycle service allows Reliable Controls Authorized Dealers to send non-repairable Reliable Controls and peripheral partner devices to be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. The simple, flexible, sustainable controls Reliable Controls has manufactured since 1986 balance comfort and efficiency while...
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Changing Scene
- Distribution Partnership to Offer Customers Larger Portfolio of Innovative Products
Source Atlantic has been named as a new distribution partner for ABB’s electrification products in the Canadian market. The new agreement will look to expand supply of ABB products and solutions and service continuity across the region. As a reliable technology partner to government, commercial and industrial sectors, Source Atlantic has become a well-known name in offering innovative electrical solutions. The company specializes in the supply and delivery...
- Spartan Controls and Westgen Technologies Announce New Strategic Partnership
Recently, Spartan Controls Ltd. and Westgen Technologies Inc. were pleased to announce that Spartan is now providing Westgen’s remote power generation and compressed air solutions to customers in Western Canada. “Partnering with Westgen Technologies is a strategic addition to our portfolio of products and solutions that help to reduce methane emissions associated with wellsites,” said Barry Blight, Vice President, Automation Solutions, Spartan Controls....
- Littelfuse Sponsors Women in Electronics
Littelfuse, Inc. recently announced it has become a sponsor of Women in Electronics (WE), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the professional and personal development of women in the electronics industry. In addition, Littelfuse is serving as a conference sponsor for the Women in Electronics’ upcoming Even Better Together Leadership Summit, which will be held on Wednesday, March 24 from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Central Time. "We are proud to support...
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Product Focus
SEW Eurodrive: Variable-Speed Gearmotors
As a major manufacturer of drive technology, SEW-EURODRIVE also supply mechanical variable-speed gearmotors. For both series, VARIBLOC and VARIMOT, you can easily infinitely adjust the speed mechanically using a handwheel or remote control. Mechanical variable-speed gearmotors are simple yet robust drive components that represent an inexpensive alternative in many materials handling and process engineering applications. This is because you...
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Teco Westinghouse: Single Phase ODP
The Single Phase ODP motor is designed for applications requiring high starting torque. Some standard features such as bi-directional rotation, starting capacitors and automatic overload protection provides for diverse applications. From Agriculture to HVAC and Compressors this feature-packed machine has you covered. Features - 1/4-3 HP - Open Drip Proof Design - 60Hz, 115/230V or 230V or 208V 1.0 S.F.; Single Phase - Horizontal F1 Mount - 3600 & 1800...
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PSENopt Light Curtain Portfolio From Pilz Prevents an Unintended Restart - Managing Lockout Efficiently and Safely
With PSENopt II lockout, a restart interlock is now available for the PSENopt II light curtain range from Pilz. This prevents the machine from restarting unintentionally, during maintenance work within danger zones for example. There is no need for additional safety sensors, immediately making a visual inspection of the danger point superfluous. So PSENopt II lockout represents not only a safe but also an economical, easy-to-use solution to prevent an unintended...
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Siemens: SIMATIC HMI Comfort Panels
SIMATIC HMI Comfort Panels are designed for implementation of high-performance visualization applications on the machine-level. High performance, functionality and numerous integrated interfaces offer the greatest convenience in high-end applications.SIMATIC HMI Comfort Panels Standard devices form the technological basis for specialised variants like IP65 protected devices, panels with a stainless steel front, or for outdoor applications...
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Panduit: VS-AVT-C08-L10 Absence of Voltage Tester
The VS-AVT-C08-L10 VeriSafe Absence of Voltage Tester is the first-of-its-kind voltage tester that determines the absence of voltage with just a push of a button. Activating VeriSafe performs an absence of voltage test before opening the panel, helping prevent possible exposure to electrical hazards, improving safety, and reducing risk. Includes AVT tester equipped with 10' sensor leads, 8' system cable, and industrial Lithium battery.
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Hammond Power Solutions: Drive Isolation Transformers - Low Efficiency
HPS Drive Isolation Transformers, are designed to meet the rugged demands of both AC and DC variable speed drives and also provide the required voltage change. The separate primary and secondary windings provide electrical isolation between the incoming line and the SCR load. The windings are designed to withstand overcurrent of 150% of the rated load for 60 seconds or 200% of the rated load for 30 seconds. Drive Isolation Transformers are sized to match...
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