DCS Nidec Servo Launches Motors with Can Bus 1 400

Nidec Servo Launches Motors with Can-Bus, A Communication Function for Vending Machines for The First Time in The World*

 

Nidec Servo Corporation announced recently that it has launched the world’s first* brushless DC motors equipped with Can-Bus, a communication function for vending machines’ product pay-out mechanisms. Can-Bus (Controller Area Network-Bus), a type of vehicle bus, or an internal communications network that interconnects devices inside a vehicle or a train, enables microcontrollers and devices to communicate with one another without a host computer. Though originally designed for multiplexed in-vehicle electrical wiring that is required to be noise-resistant, Can-Bus is now used widely for devices to communicate control information in such areas as robotics, which includes transportation equipment and machine tools.

 

DCS Wieland Electric Superior Safety Less Effort Decentralized Motor 1 400

Superior Safety, Less Effort. Decentralized Motor Starter from Wieland Electric Inc.

 

Motors in conveyor systems need to be switched off safely, but the wiring and energy distribution involved is usually very complex, involving bulky cable trays, and complex distribution boxes. As a result, Wieland Electric has developed a new motor starter that reduces the complexity of installation and improves the safety of conveyor systems. The podis MS 5HP is a compact, robust and user-friendly drive component with an integrated STO (Safe Torque Off) function.

 

DCS ABB New Large Robots forEV Battery Production 1 400

New Large ABB Robots Increase Speed and Flexibility for Material Handling on EV Battery Production

 

ABB is adding two new robot families to its portfolio of large robots for complex manufacturing applications. Delivering enhanced speed, accuracy, flexibility, and a more robust design including integrated process cabling, ABB’s IRB 5710 and 5720 robots deliver increased productivity and enhanced performance with higher uptime for applications including electric vehicle (EV) manufacture, foundry, forging, rubber, plastics, and metal fabrication.   

 

DCS Rockwell Automation Provides Cost and Space Saving with New Bus Supply Solution 1 400

Rockwell Automation Provides Cost and Space Savings with New Bus Supply Solution

 

Industrial companies can now benefit from increased space savings and lower costs with a new non-regenerative bus supply. The bus supply is part of the Allen-Bradley PowerFlex® 755TM portfolio. It is a cost-effective solution for a common bus, when regenerative and low harmonics are not required.

 

DCS Mitsubishi Electric Automation Releases Common DC Bus Servo Drives 1 400

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Releases Common DC Bus Servo Drive Solution

 

 

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. recently announced the release of the common DC bus servo drive (MELSERVO-J5D) solution. MELSERVO-J5D servo amplifiers are ideal for medium to large servo applications that require multiple drive units capable of managing regenerative energy. Available in 400V and 1kW to 7kW capacity, MELSERVO-J5D servo amplifiers expand the existing drive capabilities for the MELSERVO-J5 portfolio and are compatible with MELSERVO-J5 servo motors (HK-KT/ST/RT/MT).

 

DCS NORD IE5 Synchronous Motors 1 400

IE5+ Synchronous Motors from NORD – Efficient. Hygienic. Compact.

 

The new generation of NORD® IE5+ synchronous motors is manufactured in-house for use in intralogistics as well as in the food and beverage industry. Our motors feature a compact and hygienic design in a very small space and thus ensure high corrosion resistance and easy cleaning. The permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) is optionally available as an nsd tupH™ or IP69K version.

 

DCS Festo Machine Vision Systems from Festo 1 400

Machine Vision Systems from Festo

 

From inspection to identification, barcode reading to robotic guidance, measurement to color analysis, Festo provides machine vision solutions to suit your needs. With higher resolutions, more powerful software tools, easier integration and more flexibility, the latest generation of SBS vision sensors provide the right features and tools to meet your demanding machine vision requirements.

 

DCS POSITAL Explosion Proof Rotary Encoders 1 400

POSITAL’s Explosion-Proof Rotary Encoders Receive ATEX/IECEx Certification

 

POSITAL’s explosion-proof IXARC rotary encoders have been certified to comply with ATEX/IECEx directives for Category 3 electrical products. These devices are suitable for use in Zone 2 and Zone 22 conditions (potential exposure to hazardous levels of explosive gases and flammable dust) and are ideal for oil and gas installations, chemical plants, woodworking operations, and grain handling facilities. Certification documents cover multiple encoder configurations and were issued by an organization with special competency in ATEX and IECEx testing and certification. 

 

DCS Wieland Functional Safety Servics for Industrial Machinery 3 400

Functional Safety Services for Industrial Machinery from Wieland Electric

 

For more than 30 years, Wieland electric has provided safety control devices & support for industrial machinery. They know the safety standards and the capabilities of current technology. Now they can also help clients with safety services for the entire machine lifecycle. They provide expert guidance on Risk Assessments, applicable safety standards requirements (local and global), safety design, lockout/ tag-out programs, and more.

 

DCS Mersen Now Available Tube0Based Liquid Cooling Simulations 1 400

Now Available: Tube-based Liquid Cooling Simulations with R-TOOLS MAXX – The Next Generation Heat Sink Simulator

 

Mersen is pleased to announce that R-TOOLS MAXX, Mersen’s next generation heat sink simulator, is now available with tube-based liquid cooling simulations. R-TOOLS MAXX is a no charge, on-line simulation software that allows users to model the optimum air or liquid cooled heat sink solution tailored to their project requirements. It is completely interactive and available online 24/7. Users can enter the boundary conditions, heat source details, and their choice of flow conditions.

 

DCS Moxa Unveils Next Generation Networking Switches 1 400

Moxa Unveils Next-Generation Networking Switches to Help Futureproof Industrial Automation

 

Moxa Inc., a leader in industrial communications and networking, announced the launch of its next-generation industrial Ethernet switches, the EDS-4000/G4000 Series. The new Series includes 68 models that will help Moxa’s customers build futureproof industrial networks to strengthen operational resilience in industrial sectors such as power, transportation, maritime, and factory automation.

 

MC Teledyne FLIR Expands Si124 Acoustic Imaging 1 400

Teledyne FLIR Expands Si124 Acoustic Imaging Capabilities for High Voltage Electrical with FLIR Thermal Studio Software

 

Teledyne FLIR has announced the addition of FLIR Thermal Studio Software Suite to the entire family of FLIR Si124 Industrial Acoustic Imaging Cameras: the Si124, the Si124-LD, and the Si124-PD. The software integration offers Si124 users additional, advanced troubleshooting and processing features for predictive maintenance on critical components includinghigh-voltage electrical or compressed air systems, providing increased productivityand streamlined analysis.

 

DCS Rittal ePocket the Digital Twin Plan Pocket 1 400

Rittal ePocket: The Digital Wiring Plan Pocket for Smooth Operation

 

The manufacturing world is familiar with thick paper folders containing equipment and system documentation inside the enclosure. From Eplan and Rittal’s point of view, such practices are no longer up to date when the data can be used digitally and centrally. The sister companies present Rittal ePocket – the digital wiring plan pocket. In terms of environmental friendliness, the new space in the cloud has the benefit of doing away with paper. In addition, operators, planners, switchgear manufacturers and maintenance staff will find it easier to work together because of the constant availability of up-to-data data.

 

DCS Gems Controls Sensors 1100 Series Pressure Sensor 3 400

1100 Series Pressure Sensor from Gems Sensors & Controls

 

The 1100 is a low cost, high quality all stainless steel media isolated pressure sensor for measuring gases and liquids compatible with stainless steel. Suitable for industrial, refrigeration, hydraulics, off-road, construction and agriculture applications, the 1100 pressure sensor has been designed specifically for those applications with demanding price and performance requirements.

 

DCS Banner CL50 Pro Series 50mm PRogrammable Lights 1 400

Banner CL50 Pro Series 50 mm Programmable Column Lights

 

The Pro platform continues to expand and now includes the CL50 Pro Column Light family. Now with limitless options to convey status, CL50 Pro Column Lights provide bright, visible indication to identify and convey critical conditions quickly and easily. Additionally, Banner’s column lights have the option to add a sealed, omni-directional audible alarm. This feature offers extra signals to machine operators when equipment or process status issues arise. Best of all, they are programmable using Banner’s Pro Editor software or controlled dynamically with IO-Link. 

 

DCS Emerson Improves Device and Process Visibility 1 400

Emerson Improves Device and Process Visibility with FieldComm Group Registration

 

Emerson recently announced that its device management software is the first host software to be fully registered by FieldComm Group® to support the Field Device Integration (FDI) standard. This is a further step in Emerson’s ongoing efforts to reduce the time and effort spent installing and configuring the field devices plants rely on to achieve their digital transformation goals.