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.
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.
Fieldbus high-density power hub
25 June, 2009 | Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd
The FieldConnex fieldbus high-density power hub offers compact dimensions and needs only limited space inside the switching cabinet. Optimised circuits with low power loss result in cooler thermal conditions, which allow the positioning of the board in any direction. In comparison with the previous model, the available power supply current has increased from 360 to 500 mA per fieldbus segment.
Safe zero-speed/slow-speed monitor
25 June, 2009 | Treotham Automation Pty Ltd
The Wieland SNS 4084K standstill monitor enables machinery operators in process industries to safely monitor two input signals in the 0.1 to 99 Hz frequency range.
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.
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.
Flare gas flowmeter
25 June, 2009 | AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The GF90 flare gas flowmeter from Fluid Components International is designed to solve the problem of measuring dangerous, explosive and toxic gases that often flow at extremely varying or low levels. It can measure waste gases of varying hydrocarbon composition down to a low 0.25 sfps for flare system disposal.
2D vision sensor with exchangeable lenses
25 June, 2009 | SICK Pty Ltd
The Inspector I20 is a 2D vision sensor with integrated lighting that allows easy replacement of optical lenses for different distances and fields of view while maintaining a high enclosure rating (IP67). This, together with integrated lighting, makes the Inspector I20 suitable for both end users and system integrators who want to solve a large number of different applications using only one kind of device.
Leadscrew range
25 June, 2009 | Motion Technologies Pty Ltd
Conti’s range of precision rolled leadscrews is now available.
Annular load cells
25 June, 2009 | Amalgamated Instrument Co
Amalgamated Instrument Co now offers a range of annular ring or ‘washer’ load cells.
Tank level switch
25 June, 2009 | AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The FLT93 tank level switch from Fluid Components International is now rated for Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 2-compliant service. It has been classified as a Type A subsystem in accordance to IEC 61508-1 with a hardware failure tolerance of 0. The probability of failure on demand (PFD) meets SIL-2 capability standards.
Embedded vision system
25 June, 2009 | National Instruments Aust Pty Ltd
The EVS-1464RT embedded vision system is a high-performance, multicore controller capable of processing images from multiple IEEE 1394 and GigE Vision cameras. Additionally, the EVS-1464RT features an extended temperature range, a real-time operating system, a solid-state hard drive and a fanless design, making it suitable for use in harsh industrial environments.
IEC APC-3576 IP65 waterproof stainless steel panel PC
25 June, 2009 | Interworld Electronics and Computer Industries
The IEC APC-3576 is totally sealed to NEMA 4/IP65 specifications on all sides. All the standard I/O ports, including the DC power input, PS/2 keyboard and mouse, ethernet and USB ports, use weatherproof-sealed connectors.
Banner Engineering’s 2009–2010 safety products catalogue
25 June, 2009 | Micromax Pty Ltd
Banner Engineering’s 2009–2010 Safety Products Catalog is a 288-page full-colour reference to Banner’s machine safety product line, which includes safety light screens, safety laser scanners, fibre-optic safety systems, safety controllers and modules, two-hand control modules and emergency stop devices.
