Dual-axis MEMS inclinometer
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has introduced a dual-axis inclinometer sensor for angular tilt detection.
Vacuum ejectors
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand
Many applications require the use of a vacuum ejector (generator) to develop the vacuum pressure for pick and place and other applications. Using compressed air to create the vacuum pressure often places a high demand on valuable compressed air resources.
E-Rodless electric actuators
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: SMC Australia | New Zealand
The E-Rodless range of electric actuators is designed to reduce the installation and commissioning time normally associated with some electric actuators.
Automation and plastic injection range
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Veederline Pty Ltd
Opkon Limited’s range of automation and plastics injection products is now available in Australia and New Zealand from Veederline. Opkon manufactures and globally markets industrial position/angle measurement sensors, position, temperature, weight, measuring and controlling equipment.
Compact solenoid valves
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The UOG compact solenoid valve series combines compact dimensions with high flow rates.
Machine vision cameras
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Adept Total Turnkey Solutions
PPT Vision has released the Impact T3X Intelligent Cameras. The series delivers high-end machine vision power and flexibility in a compact form factor, with onboard image processing, real-time I/O and 128 MB of onboard memory.
Embedded controller
01 December, 2008 | Supplied by: Siemens Ltd
The Simatic S7-mEC embedded controller is a turnkey automation solution, integrating both HMI and a software controller. As no software has to be installed during commissioning, the device is easy to configure and program.
Reducing packaging planned downtime: effective sensor application — Part 1
25 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd
Sensor technology is constantly evolving, giving OEM packaging machine designers new ways to reduce the cost of their machine designs while decreasing planned downtime during machine changeovers.
Programmable logic controller
12 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Direct Automation Pty Ltd
The Click PLC is the first of a range of inexpensive PLC components designed to offer practical features in an easy-to-use, compact yet expandable design. This line of micro-brick PLCs with stackable I/O modules and free programming software is suitable for first-time users as well as experienced programmers.
Beckhoff wins Windows Embedded Partner Excellence Award
11 November, 2008
Beckhoff has received the 2008 Windows Embedded Partner Excellence Award, in recognition of its innovative and creative application of Windows Embedded technology.
NHP and Inaco assume Rockwell distributions
07 November, 2008
Inaco Automation Controls and NHP Electrical Engineering Products will assume distribution roles for Rockwell Automation products in Australia and New Zealand, effective 7 November 2008.
Multifunction timer
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Eaton Electrical (Australia) Pty Ltd
The Eaton Durant E42A24M multifunction timer features an 11-pin base with two timed changeover outputs. The timer features seven multifunction modes that include on delay, off delay, single shot, percentage timer, pulse output, timing after a pulse, and timing after closing or opening a contact.
Stainless steel inductive sensors
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltd
The 316 stainless steel, metal face sensor line is designed and tested to provide reliable position indication in harsh food and beverage applications.
Firewire cameras
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Intelligent Vision
Designed for use in machine vision and industrial applications, the KP-FD140F and KP-FD32F cameras from Hitachi are high-resolution single-colour CCD progressive scan cameras with IEEEE 1394.b. The latest Firewire B interface allows direct high-speed data transfer between the camera and the PC using a small eight-conductor cable.
Laser-line profile sensor
01 November, 2008 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty Ltd
The scanControl 2700/ 2710 laser line profile sensor from Micro-Epsilon can acquire profiles of the most varied target surfaces. Consisting of a compact sensor with integrated electronics, it is suitable for an industrial environment, especially in automation systems because of its relative small size. Typical tasks include measurement of profiles, angles, gaps and clearance.
