Robot solves skills shortage for coatings specialist
27 August, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
Finding specialised qualified staff and the need for greater efficiency in an increasingly competitive marketplace motivated Peter Harrison, the General Manager of Melbourne-based Hilustre Coatings Pty Ltd, to investigate the possibility of using a robot at the company’s spray painting facility.
Photoelectric sensor
21 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
The Allen-Bradley Photoswitch 42JS VisiSight features a visible light source for ease of alignment and a rapid 1 ms response time, and is suitable for general purpose detection applications in the packaging, assembly and materials handling industries.
High-temperature proximity sensor
14 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
In heat treatment or cooking applications, hot steam or heated metal parts may damage standard sensors. The E2E-H heat-resistant inductive sensor provides both temperature resistance up to 120 °C and high detergent and water resistance.
Stainless steel photoelectric sensor
14 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Constructed with food industry-grade materials, the E3Z-M has been designed so that the detergents and disinfectants used during cleaning do not destroy the sensor — unlike standard plastic and metal types.
Colourblind no more — contrast and colour sensors for packaging and converting applications
14 August, 2009 by Jeff Allison, Product Manager, Pepperl+Fuchs | Supplied by: Pepperl+Fuchs (Aust) Pty Ltd
In a black and white world, using photoelectric sensors would be very straightforward. In the real world, things are not so simple. In their technicolour lives, photoelectric sensors are often utilised to sort coloured products, identify coded markings and confirm the presence of an adhesive or date codes on a package.
The application of IEEE 1588 to industrial automation
07 August, 2009 by Ken Harris | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
One trend in discrete part manufacturing is towards faster and higher precision part production — more parts per minute and better quality. Traditional control solutions can be stretched to their limits. By replacing traditional control solutions with time-based control, higher spped and precision can be realised.
Linear position sensor
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The SMAT-8M position transmitter from Festo is installed like an ordinary reed switch. Due to its compact design, the SMAT-8M can be securely installed flush in the slot of grippers and compact cylinders where it is protected from mechanical damage.
Clear object sensor
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd
Banner Engineering's World-Beam QS30 clear object sensor, is designed to provide reliable, clear object detection to solve challenging applications.
Rail brakes
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Norman G Clark Pty Ltd
Nexen RB and RBE series rail brakes are available in spring-engaged and electric models, delivering a secure hold in the broadest range of linear motion control applications.
PLC ethernet module
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Omron has recently introduced the CP1W-CIF41, an add-on ethernet option board for CP1 PLCs, enabling communications to these micro PLCs over ethernet networks, boosting their flexibility and usefulness.
Linear displacement sensor
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has introduced the Q25L sensor, a magnetically actuated linear displacement sensor designed to detect piston position on pneumatic cylinders.
Entry-level PLC
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
Designed for standalone operation in smaller industrial applications and mechanical engineering, the AC500-eCo PLC can be adapted to meet individual requirements.
Servo-controlled stepper motor range
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: M Rutty & Co Pty Ltd
FAS Technology is focused on developing new technologies in the field of motion control with DSP technology.
Electric cylinder actuator
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
Presenting a high-performance alternative to pneumatic and hydraulic actuating cylinders, SEW-Eurodrive's CMS electric cylinder series provides accurate linear positioning for a wide range of single-plane motion applications.
Electric gripper
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The HGPLE electric gripper from Festo with an integrated motor and a gear unit provides variable positioning and speed control, giving users controlled and secure gripping. The unit is suitable for applications where no compressed air is available.
