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Ahead Of the Curve with Hairpin Production

May 31, 2023 Stamping and forming machine builder Bihler has developed an innovative servo production system for the hairpins used in electric motors. With short cycle times and automated changeover between variants, the system is particularly efficient at producing the bent copper parts in high quantities. For automation and motion control, Bihler relies almost exclusively…

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Rittal Introduces WMV the Vented Outdoor UL 3R Rated Enclosure for Easy In-Field Maintenance

May 29 2023 WMV Vented Enclosures, Type 3R Rittal Canada is proud to introduce the WMV vented outdoor UL 3R Type Rated enclosure to better accommodate easy in-field maintenance. Outdoor environments can have severe effects on the electrical controls inside enclosures. Those sensitive electronics are extremely susceptible to overheating, moisture, dust, and debris. The WMV vented enclosure is…

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Susanne Kunschert: Safe Automation for Every Industry

May 29 2023 Safety and Industrial Security – A one stop shop Susanne Kunschert We have shown that there will be extensive normative and legal changes in the field of security, and that the whole of industry is affected. But when we talk with customers and partners, we are currently noticing some uncertainty when dealing…

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Thomas Pilz: The Future of Safe Automation

May 29, 2023 Thomas Pilz Security: Legislation will apply to industry and engineering The standards and laws for safety in an industrial environment are currently facing upheaval. This is being driven by the issues of security and Artificial Intelligence (AI). For industry in general and for mechanical engineering, there are three new or upcoming legal…

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Susanne Kunschert and Thomas Pilz: Financial Year 2022 and Forecast for 2023

May 29, 2023 2022: A difficult but positive year for Pilz 2022 was both a difficult and yet a positive year! On the one hand, we all heard the terrible news of war and natural disasters. In addition there were disruptions to the supply chain and a shortage of components, which meant that our employees…

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Successful 2022 Financial Year for Pilz: Turnover Above 400 Million Euro for the First Time – “A year That was Both Difficult and Positive”

May 29, 2023 The Pilz corporate group has a demanding, but successful 2022 financial year behind it: despite the difficult environment conditions in 2022, the automation company achieved a record turnover of 403.3 million Euro. Delivery capability remains a defining issue. In 2023 the family business celebrates its 75th anniversary with the motto “Values. Create….

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Southco Introduces New Compression Latch

New Compression Latch from Southco Offers Visual Indication of Latch Open Status May 29, 2023 Southco, Inc., a global leader in engineered access solutions, has expanded its line of VISE ACTION® Compression Latches with a new version that allows visual confirmation of latch open status. Southco’s E3 VISE ACTION® Compression Latch with Visual Indicator features red, reflective…

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How Can You Design A More Capable Surgical Robot?

May 24, 2023 Learn how to optimize the performance of strain wave gearing while minimizing the weight and width of robotic arm joints. With motion solutions designed specifically for the application, your next-generation surgical robot can help surgeons do their best work. More Information Kollmorgen Related Product Kollmorgen Debuts New Generation of Robot-Ready Frameless Servo…

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Kollmorgen Introduces the AKMA Servo Motor to Meet the Demands of Medium- to Heavy-Washdown Applications

May 24, 2023 Company extends its highly regarded AKM™ servo motor portfolio with a new high performance servo motor that delivers durability, cleanability and versatility. Kollmorgen has launched the AKMA servo motor built specifically for durability, cleanability, and versatility. The motor employs a hardened anodized aluminum surface to offer machine designers a cost-effective hygienic option…

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HMS Networks Expands Range of Next-Generation Gateways with Anybus Communicator EtherCAT Main Device

May 24, 2023 HMS now launches the Next-Generation Gateways with Anybus® Communicator™ EtherCAT Main Device, a high-performance gateway that provides an easy and reliable way to connect EtherCAT subordinate devices to different industrial networks and control systems. Rapidly growing EtherCAT market In recent years, EtherCAT has rapidly gained popularity and is now the third most…

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Ethernet-APL is Ready, Endress+Hauser to Begin Rollout of Compatible Devices

May 24, 2023 Following on the success of a multi-partner load-testing program, Endress+Hauser is launching a full portfolio of Ethernet-APL measuring devices based on the PROFINET protocol. Expectations in the process sector for this new advanced physical layer are enormous, and the load testing results confirm the technology’s potential as a game-changer in industrial communication….

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Fast MDx: Saving Lives with Low-Cost Molecular Diagnostic Tests, with Festo on Board

May 24, 2023 The compact, mobile Fast MDx is perhaps the world’s first fully automated, high-throughput, near-patient molecular diagnostic testing system, developed with Festo engineering support and technology. The Fast MDx testing system is not only a game-changer in pathogen detection, it promises to be a life saver. Available starting in June, Fast MDx is…

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Electro Rent Selected As L3Harris’ Test and Measurement Rental Partner

May 24, 2023 Electro Rent announces a multi-year agreement with L3Harris Technologies Electro Rent, a global leading provider of test and measurement equipment rental services, has announced a multi-year agreement with L3Harris Technologies. The agreement specifies Electro Rent as L3Harris’ Tier 1 supplier for test and measurement rental requirements. As a result, the company is…

AGILOX in the Limelight at AUTOMATE 2023
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AGILOX in the Limelight at AUTOMATE 2023

May 24, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Who is AGILOX? AGILOX is one of the fastest-growing manufacturers of innovative advanced material handling solutions. Their Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) use a highly sophisticated operating system, “X-Swarm Intelligence,” to navigate warehouses and manufacturing facilities and deliver pallets and supplies without needing a centralized fleet management system. This provides…

Guillevin: Your Trusted Distributor of Breakers and Panels
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Guillevin: Your Trusted Distributor of Breakers and Panels

May 23, 2023 Guillevin is one of Canada’s largest distributors of electrical products. Founded in 1906 by François-Xavier Guillevin in Montreal, Quebec, they have enjoyed considerable expansion to become a leading distributor of electrical materials and products. Growth is something Guillevin is familiar with, and since their founding, they have opened numerous locations across Quebec…

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What’s New? Improvements and New Web Features at Guillevin

May 16, 2023 Redesign of the inventory presentation Take advantage of a redesign of the inventory presentation. It now allows you to see in real time the inventory in your default center and in your region. The inventory level will adjust according to the quantity you wish to order.  Please note that the region inventory…