Cat 6 industrial ethernet cable
25 June, 2009 | Belden Australia Pty Ltd
Belden has introduced a Category 6 DataTuff twisted pair cable to its family of industrial ethernet cables. The 7940A cable is EtherNet/IP compliant and is of round construction, which makes it suitable for sealed industrial ethernet connectivity applications.
Differential pressure transmitter
25 June, 2009 | Bestech Australia Pty Ltd
In addition to differential pressure data, the P26 differential pressure transmitter from Halstrup-Walcher also records positive and negative overpressures. Measurement ranges between 100 Pa and 100 kPa are freely scalable from 10 to 100%.
Industrial ethernet user guide
25 June, 2009 | Belden Australia Pty Ltd
Belden has announced its latest Industrial Ethernet User Guide, a 16-page brochure offering specific information about the dramatic performance differences between commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) ethernet components typically used in office environments and ruggedly built industrial-grade components.
Leadscrew range
25 June, 2009 | Motion Technologies Pty Ltd
Conti’s range of precision rolled leadscrews is now available.
Vacuum control valve
25 June, 2009 | PIAB Vacuum Technologies
The CU function module is available for Piab’s vacuum pumps P3010 and P6010 with COAX technology.
SafetyNet controller
25 June, 2009 | GE intelligent Platforms Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
The PAC8000 SafetyNet has been approved by TÜV for applications requiring the handling of safety and process control data in the same controller. In addition, the availability of a 24 VDC power supply extends the locations where SafetyNet systems can be implemented.
Weight controller
25 June, 2009 | Scale Components Pty Ltd
Hardy Instruments’ HI 4050 weight controller is now available factory installed in a stainless steel (NEMA 4x) enclosure. It can be configured as a blind unit or with a keyboard and display. A load cell summing board or intrinsic barrier assembly can be added to eliminate the need for a system junction box or for use in hazardous class I, II, DIV II applications.
Modular docking connector system
25 June, 2009 | HARTING Pty Ltd
The Han-Modular system now allows ‘blind’ insertion by automatic processes. The newly developed docking frame makes it possible to set up a modular docking connector without a housing. This allows the modular system to be used in insertion processes that are not hand-guided. With Han-Modular, users can select and assemble their customised connectors themselves.
Wireless instrument networking system
25 June, 2009 | Tasman Machinery Pty Ltd
Viatran has released a wireless networking system (VNS), allowing centralised monitoring of sensors placed throughout oil and gas fields or other facilities.
Integrated PLC and HMI
25 June, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd
Unitronics’ Vision350 incorporates all colour advantages into a compact all-in-one PLC/HMI device. Colour displays are becoming common in today’s automation. They enable machine builders to show more details on the operator panels and to display vivid, attention-grabbing alarms.
Wireless discrete-input transmitters
25 June, 2009 | Honeywell Process Solutions
Honeywell has added two discrete-input transmitters to its family of XYR 6000 wireless devices. The STXW 500 and the STTW 401 transmitters can convert any measurement device with a contact-closure switch input into a wireless input, enabling manufacturers to decrease costs and improve efficiency by wirelessly monitoring more processes at their plants. The transmitters are suitable for applications such as wirelessly monitoring level switches, pump status and system alarms.
Ultrasonic sensors for sanitary applications
25 June, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd
Banner Engineering has introduced the U-GAGE M25U opposed-mode ultrasonic sensor pairs specifically designed for use in sanitary environments. The sensors, rated IP69K, IP67 (NEMA 6), are constructed of heavy-duty 316 stainless steel, allowing them to withstand the recurring high-pressure washdowns, severe temperatures and aggressive cleaning chemicals common in food and beverage applications.
Quick disconnect sensor-cordset combination
25 June, 2009 | Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has expanded its range of FM approved 12, 18 and 30 mm 3-wire DC barrel sensor and cordset combinations. Now, quick disconnect sensors may be used in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D environments when equipped with a Turk lokfast guard. Turck sensors with potted-in cable for use with conduit are also FM approved for these locations.
Vacuum trapping check valve
25 June, 2009 | PIAB Vacuum Technologies
The Piab Vactrap is a check valve which is also equipped with a built-in blow-off valve to provide quick release of an object. It is also available in a special version in which the vacuum pump and blow-off connections are interconnected (x-drilled), making it suitable for ejectors with an integrated blow-off valve, such as Piab’s AVM models.
Hygienic bag dump weigh batch station
25 June, 2009 | Flexicon Corporation (Australia) Pty Limited
A hygienic bag dump weigh batch station from Flexicon with integral mechanical conveyor collects dust created during manual dumping of bulk materials from bags, boxes, drums and other containers, and discharges bulk material by weight.
