Weld nut sensors
05 October, 2008 | Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has introduced magnetic-inductive sensors for efficient and economic detection of weld nuts. These sensors use signal attenuation to reliably detect ferromagnetic components such as nuts, bushings and spacer sleeves and ensure these necessary components are present before robotic welding occurs — with no additional software or electronics required.
Motorised lens cameras
05 October, 2008 | Atlantek Vision Pty Ltd
Leutron Vision’s PicSight modular camera solution makes it possible for an image to be automatically adapted to different object sizes. PicSight Gigabit-Ethernet and smart cameras are now fitted with a fully integrated socket enabling motorised lenses with C or CS mountings to be connected directly to them.
Rotary air couplings
05 October, 2008 | SMC Australia | New Zealand
With the current trend for automation systems to include operations involving rotary transfer of air and fluids, SMC Pneumatics has addressed the problems of tube rotation with its range of MQR rotary joints.
Networkforce/torque sensor system
05 October, 2008 | Romheld Automation Pty Ltd
ATI Industrial Automation has released a networkforce/torque (Net F/T) sensor system. The Net F/T system measures six components of force and torque (Fx, Fy, Fz, Tx, Ty, Tz) and provides an ethernet /IP and CANbus communication interface and is compatible with standard ethernet. The Net F/T system is available with all of ATI’s force/torque transducer models.
Pressure transmitters
05 October, 2008 | AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd
The AT9000 advanced transmitter from Yamatake is a microprocessor-based smart transmitter that features high performance and good stability. Capable of measuring gas, liquid, vapour and liquid levels, it transmits 4-20 mA DC analog and digital signals according to the measured differential pressure.
Wireless temperature and humidity system
05 October, 2008 | Testo Pty Ltd
The Saveris radio probes measure temperature and humidity. The probes save their measurement data and send it to the central base at regular intervals. If a limit value is exceeded, a radio link is established immediately.
CPU module
05 October, 2008 | Advantech Australia Pty Ltd
The SOM-4430 module, a super low-power SoC (system on chip) ETX CPU solution, uses Advantech’s super low-power EVA-X4300 SoC to provide a balance between computing performance and power saving with a minimum power consumption of less than 5 W.
HACCP flow control valves
05 October, 2008 | SMC Australia | New Zealand
SMC Pneumatics has developed a range of cost-effective stainless steel flow control valves that now carry HACCP endorsement. They are available in thread sizes from M5 to ½" BSP and catering for tube sizes from 4 to 12 mm OD in both straight and elbow configurations.
Waterproof panel PC
05 October, 2008 | Interworld Electronics and Computer Industries
The Fox-120 and Fox-150 are multipurpose, industrial waterproof panel PCs. The Fox Series fits a variety of applications and weather conditions and feature fanless operation, complete waterproof sealing to IP65 specifications, sunlight readable LCDs and integrate an optional wireless LAN with internal antennas for real-time data exchange.
Gearboxes
05 October, 2008 | M Rutty & Co Pty Ltd
SG worm gearboxes from Dunkermotoren are noted for their quiet running. The worm-gear shaft has bearings on both sides. The gear components, made of bronze or steel, and the lubrication ensure a long service life at the rated torque.
Moulded cordsets
05 October, 2008 | Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck now has the ability to mould its 6- and 8-pin M23 powerfast connectors. These connectors may also be completely shielded by connecting a braided shield directly to the coupling nuts.
Brushless DC motor
05 October, 2008 | maxon motor Australia Pty Ltd
The EC-powermax 22 achieves high torque at slow speeds compared to other similar-sized brushless DC motors. The EC motor is particularly suitable for process applications like handheld tools such as slicing and drilling machines where top performance is required per volume and weight unit.
Pivot-head bag filler
05 October, 2008 | Flexicon Corporation (Australia) Pty Limited
The Flexicon combination bulk bag/drum filler features a fill head that pivots down for connecting empty bags at floor level, and a swing-arm-mounted chute for filling of drums.
Vacuum pump
05 October, 2008 | PIAB Vacuum Technologies
The P6040 pump can reduce energy costs by up to 25% or more compared to other methods of generating a vacuum. With flexible mounting options, an extensive performance range and optional control functions, the P6040 is highly adaptable and suitable for most industrial vacuum applications.
X-Y positioning base
05 October, 2008 | Baldor Australia Pty Ltd
Baldor Electric Company has launched a ready-engineered linear stepper X-Y positioning base that is capable of dramatically increasing productivity in a wide range of machinery applications.
