ReeR Safety Light Curtains with Integrated Muting Functions from AutomationDirect

ReeR Safety Light Curtains with Integrated Muting Functions from AutomationDirect

The new Safegate Type 4 access control barrier safety light curtains provide protection in a wide range of industrial applications requiring integration of the muting functions. The muting function temporarily disables the safety function when a workpiece or conveying palette passes through the detection area of safety light curtains or safety sensors. Safegate safety curtains feature integrated muting functions with two access control (body protection) hardware or software configuration options.

 

 

 

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With ctrlX SERVICES, Bosch Rexroth is Expanding Its Wide Range of Support Services for ctrlX AUTOMATION

Bosch Rexroth is expanding its ctrlX AUTOMATION platform by adding new services for users: App Store, Device Portal and online Community. The platform with app technology stands out with its open, modular design and opens up entirely new possibilities in the field of industrial automation. ctrlX SERVICES docks onto the platform and makes life much easier for developers.

 

 

 

Bosch Rexroth Sets New Standards for Safe Automation with ctrlX SAFETY

Bosch Rexroth Sets New Standards for Safe Automation with ctrlX SAFETY

With ctrlX SAFETY, Bosch Rexroth introduces a novelty to the automation market: the most responsive and compact safety solution of its kind. The scalable system can be used as required – from the drive-integrated SafeMotion solution in ctrlX DRIVE to the complete ctrlX SAFETY control. In addition to the flexible use, the advantages include a very high level of safety thanks to the fastest reaction times and efficient engineering through graphical programming of the safety PLC.

 

 

 

New Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Logix Designer Software Release Enhances Productivity, Saves Time

New Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Logix Designer Software Release Enhances Productivity, Saves Time

Controls engineers can design machines and process applications faster using the latest release of the Studio 5000 Logix Designer software. Rockwell Automation has updated the software with productivity enhancements and new capabilities that can speed up projects for process applications specifically. 

 

 

 

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Rockwell Automation Improves Productivity, Drives Profitability and Reduces Risk Across Plant Operations With the Release of PlantPAx 5.0

Rockwell Automation (NYSE: ROK) has recently released the PlantPAx 5.0 distributed control system (DCS). This latest DCS version from Rockwell Automation helps industrial producers positively impact the lifecycle of their plant operations with plant-wide and scalable systems to drive digital transformation and operational excellence.

 

 

 

FLIR Systems Announces Four New Exx-Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras

FLIR Systems Announces Four New Exx-Series Handheld Thermal Imaging Cameras

FLIR Systems, Inc. recently announced four new additions to its Exx-Series of advanced thermal imaging cameras: the E96, E86, E76 and E54. Compared to predecessor Exx-Series cameras, the new cameras offer enhanced thermal resolution for more vibrant, easy-to-read images and on-camera routing capability to improve field survey efficiency.

 

 

 

Siemens Introduces First Soft Starters with Integrated Safe Torque Off Functionality

Siemens Introduces First Soft Starters with Integrated Safe Torque Off Functionality

The SIRIUS 3RW55 Failsafe soft starters are the first to feature the integrated Safe Torque Off (STO) function. This ensures that the motor comes to a complete standstill if an operator initiates an emergency shutdown. The motor then remains in this state until the restart interlock is used to restart it. 

 

 

 

APEM: Q25/Q30 Series

APEM: Q25/Q30 Series

Suitable for high pressure jet washdown, the Q25 and Q30 are a perfect fit for material handling or off-highway vehicle applications where reverse voltage and over voltage protection is required, and with low heat generation, these are suitable for mounting into heat sensitive plastics.

 

 

 

Yaskawa Solectria Solar Announces Increased DC Oversizing Ratios for the SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 Utility String Inverters

Yaskawa Solectria Solar Announces Increased DC Oversizing Ratios for the SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 Utility String Inverters

Yaskawa Solectria Solar, the only U.S.-based manufacturer of utility-scale string inverters, recently announced that the SOLECTRIA XGI 1500 PV inverter product line now features an industry-leading DC oversizing ratio of 2.0 for its flagship XGI 1500-166kW model, 2.2 for the XGI 1500-150kW model, and 2.6 for the XGI 1500-125kW model.