ABB’s new Dodge Food Safe bearings designed for aggressive cleaning
ABB’s Dodge Food Safe ball bearings, the first to achieve IP69 and be warranted against failure due to water ingress, help maintain hygiene standards and extend equipment life.
Industrial-suited Edge Computer MICA now offers a Secondary Ethernet Interface
The industrial-suited Edge Computer MICA now also comes with a secondary Ethernet interface.
ABB Ability Smart Sensor checks condition of bearings
ABB has launched the ABB Ability Smart Sensor for Dodge mounted bearings, part of the ABB Ability Digital Powertrain, that enables “health checks” for bearings.
New ACH580 drives make it easier to make buildings comfortable
ABB is launching a new series of variable frequency drives (VFDs) that will enhance the performance of smart buildings and enable users to meet more stringent energy efficiency regulations.
ABB launches newest member of YuMi family
The new single-arm YuMi is ABB’s most agile and compact collaborative robot yet and can easily integrate into existing production.
POSITAL Motor Feedback Kit Encoders Support 2- and 4-Wire Single-Cable Connections
POSITAL has announced the full implementation of 2- and 4-wire versions of the single-cable BiSS Line interface for its family of motor feedback kit encoders.
EC Fans Offer Spark Proof IP68-ATEX Protection for Harsh AC Applications
Orion Fans has expanded its family of Electronically Commutated (EC) fans to include spark proof IP68-ATEX rated versions for applications involving explosive atmospheres or flammable gases. Developed for Zone 2 equipment, the implementation of IP68-ATEX fans into a design eliminates the possibility of an explosion or fire.
Orion Fans launches specialty fan filters offering low pressure drop, water resistance and fire protection
Orion Fans has designed a series of specialty air filters for equipment where permanent, cleanable filters are most appropriate. When combined with an Orion Fans louvered filter fan kit or louvered fan guard (LFG Series) snap-on, slide or hinged versions, Orion Fans’ specialty air filters provide low pressure drop, water resistance or fire protection.
Orion Fans Expands IP55-rated AC Motorized Impellers Family & Adds New DC Motorized Impeller Line
Orion Fans has expanded its AC motorized impeller product offering with 14 new IP55-rated models and has added a new line of 24V and 48V DC motorized impellers with 13 models. The AC motorized impellers provide high airflow for a wide range of harsh and demanding applications.
FLIR Launches Addition to High-Performance T-Series Thermal Camera Family
FLIR Systems, Inc. has launched the FLIR T840, a new thermal camera in the high-performance T-Series family.
High Efficient BLDC Motor Family from Duowei Electric
The new Brushless DC motors have a compact design and thanks to low inertia they have high performances and are a low cost solution, some latest BLDC Motors already including Hall sensors and/or an encoder.stationary.
Pilz: M12 interfaces for safe signal transfer
In the automation system PSS 4000-R for railway, Pilz now provides two new control heads with M12 interface. So safe signal transmission is guaranteed on and beside the track, even under adverse conditions.
Danfoss: Smart gloves improve working conditions
Noel Longere has been working at the Commercial Commercial plant in Trevoux, France, for 31 years. He is now in the packaging department, shipping the big blue compressors off to customers.
Kollmorgen to Exhibit Next-Generation Motion Technology and Hygienic Machine Design Innovations at IPPE 2019
Kollmorgen will feature the latest motion innovations designed for the meat, poultry, and feed industries at Booth B7820 at the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), February 12–14, 2019, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta.
Hammond Manufacturing Introduces 1551V Sensor Enclosures for the IoT
The new 1551V miniature ventilated sensor enclosures from Hammond Manufacturing are designed to house sensors and small sub-systems installed in the manufacturing environment as part of IoT systems.
Low-Profile Direct Drive Motor Provides Direct Control with Accuracy of a Servo Motor
Machine designers and end users looking for direct control of a load without traditional transmission components will be interested in the new Low-Profile Direct Drive Motors (TM-RG2M / TM-RU2M) from Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Built with speed and precision in mind, it provides a smaller footprint and allows for more compact, efficient, and precise machines than those typically built using rotary servo motors.
