Glandless spool
11 December, 2007 | IMI Precision Engineering
Most pneumatic solenoid valve manufacturers provide solenoid valves with nitrile seals. The seals are either in the form of O-rings, disc seals or bonded to the spool then surface ground. Over the years, nitrile seals have proved satisfactory. In addition to nitrile (soft seal) valve ranges, Norgren produces a range of ISO Standard valves with 'glandless spool' technology. The glandless valves use a hardened anodised teflon-coated spool and sleeve. The glandless spool and sleeve have no dynamic seals. The spool operates on an air bearing principle that offers several benefits over conventional nitrile soft seal valves. The spool and sleeve are hardened to 62-70 Rockwell C.
Piston pump with increased capacity
11 December, 2007 | K-One Fluid Power
The B series has been added to Kawasaki's K3VL series of piston pumps. It offers decreases in noise emissions and increased control options which provide faster reaction times, at the same time maintaining precise hysteresis and stability. The series has an increased capacity range with the addition of a 200 cc pump to the K3VL range. The series is suitable for agricultural, industrial, mining and mobile remote area applications.
Electro-pneumatic pressure regulators
11 December, 2007 | Griffiths Components Pty Ltd
Characteristics for Camozzi's Digital Electro-pneumatic Regulator Series ER include its compact design in combination with the user-friendly digital display and keypads from which it is possible to read and set all relevant parameters such as zero/span adjustment, operation mode, error code, etc.
Overflow monitor
19 November, 2007 | Bintech Systems Pty Ltd
Pulsar's SludgeFinder sludge level monitor uses a self-cleaning acoustic sensor that sits under the liquid surface of a clarifier or sludge tank. An acoustic signal is bounced off the bottom of the tank and modulations in the returning signal are interpreted to provide a profile of the sludge in the tank.
Wireless industrial hotspot
19 November, 2007 | CrispTech Pty Ltd
ProSoft Technology has added its 802.11abg Industrial Hotspot to the growing line of RadioLinx products. The RLX-IHW functions as a wireless access point, repeater or client and is designed for global installations. It offers high-speed wireless ethernet communications including EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, and DNP over ethernet for linking automation systems, ethernet I/O, video cameras and plant network access for mobile workers. The RLX-IHW utilises orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) for multi-path interference rejection, RF multicast packet filtering and dual frequency bands which make it the ideal solution for demanding, high-speed industrial networks needing reliable performance.
GE Fanuc single board computer
19 November, 2007 | Metromatics Pty Ltd
GE Fanuc Embedded Systems has announced the PPC9A, the latest addition to the company's PowerXtreme family of 6U VME single-board computers.
Industrial controllers with enhanced communications
19 November, 2007 | Rockwell Automation Australia
Enhancements to the Allen-Bradley MicroLogix 1100 family of industrial controllers from Rockwell Automation provide users with increased speed, power and communication capabilities. The Series B MicroLogix 1100 and MicroLogix 1100 DWD controllers deliver improved control and communications in one compact system.
Temperature measuring instrument
19 November, 2007 | Testo Pty Ltd
The testo 925 is a single channel measuring instrument with fast thermo-element probes (Type K) for daily measurement of temperature. The waterproof protective cover, 'TopSafe', protects the instrument from dirt and knocks. The display can be illuminated for measurements in surroundings with bad light conditions. The broad range of measurement from -50 to +1000°C, and the possibility of attaching an extensive range of fast air probes, immersion probes and surface probes make the testo 925 a universally applicable thermometer.
NDC Infrared SR7I0 reflectance gauge
19 November, 2007 | TME Systems
The NDC Infrared SR7I0 reflectance gauge is a sensor designed to allow accurate, online measurement of thin coatings on metal foils or metallised papers and plastics.
Intelligent remote access to PLCs
19 November, 2007 | CrispTech Pty Ltd
eWON provides a comprehensive and seamlessly integrated solution combined in a single package. It contains a modem, an IP router, drivers to 'speak' both DF1 and EtherNet/IP, as well as its own processor to manage the communication tasks autonomously and offer more services on the PLC variables.
Data acquisition systems
19 November, 2007 | Metromatics Pty Ltd
GE Fanuc Embedded Systems has announced the release of the DSC-2200.Net network-centric data acquisition systems. Housed in compact 2U rackmount enclosures, the systems are designed to offer low cost yet high performance with maximum ease of use.
High resolution chart recorder
19 November, 2007 | CrispTech Pty Ltd
CrispTech has announced a range of paperless chart recorders, the VR series. Available in two models, the VR6 offers up to six analog inputs and the VR18 handles up to 18. The VR series offers extremely high VGA screen resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. The colour LCD screen is also larger and more readable, giving a 6.4" display.
Magnetic flow transmitter
19 November, 2007 | Emerson
The Rosemount 8732E transmitter from Emerson Process Management has multiple diagnostics available. Best-in-class performance coupled with advanced diagnostics provides unparalleled process management capabilities. With an optional backlit two-line by 16-character local operator interface, the transmitter can be configured by optical switches to simplify adjustments in hazardous environments without removing the cover.
Wireless pressure gauge
19 November, 2007 | WIKA Australia
The INTELLiGauge brings together the analog display of a pressure gauge with various electrical output signals. It is now available with wireless communication. Its compact design means the INTELLiGauge is suitable for the most diverse applications.
Conveyor valve
14 November, 2007 | SMC Australia | New Zealand
SMC has released its series VFD direct operated poppet valve for use in zero pressure accumulation conveyor systems. When incorporated with a conveyor system's control logic and sensors, the valve controls the air pressure that is used for roller actuation and roller braking, creating space between products on the conveyor line.
