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Understanding Industrial Relay Contact Configurations: NO, NC, SPDT, and DPDT

November 19, 2024 Relays serve as the backbone of industrial control systems, enabling the control of high-power circuits using low-power signals. Understanding different relay contact configurations is crucial for designing effective control systems. Let’s explore the various types of relay contacts and their applications in industrial automation. Basic Contact Types and Their Applications The foundation of…

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Working with Vention: Assistance from Scoping to Deployment

November 19, 2024 By Quinn Harker The world of industrial automation is complex, and we’re here to help you navigate it. After thousands of successful deployments, Vention has defined key strategies to maximize project outcomes. From a free discovery session to a streamlined e-commerce ordering experience, these services are designed for your convenience. Here are…

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Omron’s D40A-2 Non-Contact Interlock Door Switch

November 19, 2024 Next-generation, non-contact safety interlock switch for most common safety applications. The D40A-2 Non-Contact Safety Door Switch is designed to enhance safety and efficiency in industrial environments. This advanced switch exceeds safety standards and is ideal for manufacturing settings, featuring a coded magnetic mechanism that improves reliability and prevents bypassing. It includes 2-color…

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Teledyne FLIR SIRAS Professional Drone is Now Available in Canada

November 20, 2024 Teledyne FLIR SIRAS Professional Drone is Now Available in Canada Teledyne FLIR (part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated) has announced that, for the first time, the Teledyne FLIR SIRAS™ professional uncrewed aerial system (UAS) will be available across Canada. This is being made possible through Rocky Mountain Unmanned Systems (RMUS). The SIRAS professional drone is designed for professional missions,…

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How Choosing the Right Industrial Enclosure Can Mean Big Things for Material Handlers

November 14 2024 The rapid growth of e-commerce, combined with an ongoing skilled labor shortage, is pushing today’s material handlers to maximize opportunities and secure a larger market share. This has led to a significant demand for smarter, more powerful conveyor and sorting systems, which in turn require versatile industrial enclosures with a wider range of panel and cable…

Launching Teledyne GDCloud™
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Launching Teledyne GDCloud™

November 7, 2024 Transform field data into actionable business data with Teledyne GDCloud™. As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing industry connectivity, Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) is making its new and proprietary Teledyne GDCloud™ available with the company’s GS700, GS500 and Shipsurveyor portable gas leak detectors, as well as its PS200 portable four-gas monitor for personal safety and confined space applications. The…

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SPLIT WALL PLATES with Multiple Grommets

Handle pre-connectorized low voltage cables the easy way November 6, 2024 Arlington’s non-metallic single and two-gang Split Wall Plates easily accommodate pre-connectorized low voltage cable(s). Use hole plate as shipped, or with supplied split grommets to alter the size of the opening. CESP11-1/2” opening, (3) bushings – .312”, .500” and 1” CESP22” opening, (2) bushings –  .750”…

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Festo’s New OVPN Multi-Stage Vacuum Generator Delivers a Ninefold Suction Flow Rate Increase Over Single-Stage Generators

November 5, 2024 Festo has expanded its vacuum generation solutions to include, for the first time, a multistage generator and a multistage cartridge. These new pneumatic vacuum components offer exceptional performance on porous materials, such as paper and corrugated board. The OVPN multistage vacuum generator and the OASP vacuum generator cartridge are ideal for such…

Patlite New GL10 Series Beacons: Rugged Signalling Solutions
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Patlite New GL10 Series Beacons: Rugged Signalling Solutions

November 5, 2024 At Proax, they take pride in being an authorized distributor of Patlite products in Canada, bringing you top-quality signaling solutions for industrial applications. Patlite is a global leader in visual and audible signaling devices that enhance safety and operational efficiency in industries like construction and manufacturing. As an official distributor, Proax is excited…

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Arlington’s MC Cable Fittings…NOW LISTED for Tray Cable and FMC

November 1, 2024 Arlington’s MC cable fittings are NOW LISTED for Tray Cable and Steel & Aluminum Flexible Metal Conduit! Multiple sizes, with built-in end stop, come with additional end stop bushings that accommodate different size cable bundles. ONE trade size fits SEVERAL cable types and sizes. Convenience. Cost-savings. Inventory reduction. MC Cable Fittings Related…

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OnFILTER’s New Line of DIN Rail Mounted EMI Filters

October 28, 2024 OnFILTER, a California-based company, presents its complete line of DIN rail EMI filters suitable for UL508-A electrical panels.  Filters cover wide range of applications: AC, DC, ground, motion control (servo/VFD/steppers), power line communication (PLC), and 4…20mA data, helping to improve error-free uninterrupted operation. Patented filters offer high performance in small packages.  All…

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Pilz: PSENini Inductive Safety Switches

October 23, 2024 Safety switch for safe position detection The inductive safety switches PSENini enable the safe detection of positions within a machine. They detect the approach of metallic objects without any contact, thereby supplying the necessary safe signals about positions and end limits. The inductive function principle minimises wear and increases the service life. You work safely, with…

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New Compact Safety Gate System PSENmgate from Pilz

The complete system for safe guard locking and operation – Compact, combined safety – Energy-efficient guard locking + operation! October 23, 2024 PSENmgate is the complete system for safe guard locking and operation – Compact, combined safety – Energy-efficient guard locking + operation! Miniaturisation is an important aspect of industrial transformation. It ensures efficient and…

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How Advanced X-Ray and AI Inspection Technologies Optimize Quality Control and Reduce Costs in SMT Manufacturing

October 23, 2024 Explore how Omron’s latest X-Ray machines and AI-driven solutions are setting new standards in manufacturing efficiency and quality control. The manufacturing landscape is swiftly evolving, and Omron is at the forefront with its innovative PCB inspection machines. These systems offer profound insights into SMT production process, enhanced quality control, and can significantly reduce…

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Proactive Maintenance: The Key to Reducing Unscheduled Downtime

October 21, 2024 Unscheduled downtime can have a significant impact on manufacturing companies. When production halts unexpectedly due to downtime, it disrupts the entire supply chain, leading to delays in product delivery and potential loss of customer trust. Financially, the costs can be substantial, including lost revenue, overtime pay for workers, and expenses for emergency…