ABB regional robotics hub opens in Singapore
12 August, 2014 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has opened its Regional Robotics Packaging Application Hub in Singapore. The hub will deliver productivity and innovation to manufacturing industries.
Anti-collision systems ensure safe container-terminal operations
11 August, 2014 | Supplied by: SICK Pty LtdContainer terminals operate on a 24/7 basis, so the demand on availability is extremely high. Collisions involving the boom of ship-to-shore cranes and the ships themselves pose the greatest risk in daily operations.
Balluff BOS 6K series photoelectric sensors
08 August, 2014 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdThe 70 variants in the BOS 6K series provide a functional product range that features both red light and laser versions (class 1), as well as high precision, range and functionality.
KUKA launches Industry 4.0 robot
08 August, 2014 | Supplied by: KUKA Robotics AustraliaRobotics company KUKA launched an Industry 4.0 robot that is sensitive to touch at Automatica in Munich this year.
Pixsys TD240 HMI indicator and controller
31 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Heastern IndustriesThe Pixsys TD240 is a HMI indicator and controller with integrated PLC 'soft' functions that has a 320 x 240 pixel TFT/LCD touch-screen front panel with a 256-colour display.
Allen-Bradley 871P VersaCube inductive proximity sensors
30 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaThe 871P VersaCube inductive proximity sensors are 4-wire DC sensors that integrate both standard and specialty features into a redesigned 40 mm rectangular housing suitable for a wide range of general-purpose and welding applications.
ifm efector O6 photoelectric sensors
25 July, 2014 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltdThe O6 type photoelectric sensors from ifm are now also available in a stable plastic housing and feature reliable background interference suppression.
Kollmorgen AKD-N distributed servo drive system
15 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdWith the AKD-N system, Kollmorgen provides the flexibility to use any Kollmorgen motor technology, while still implementing a system that decentralises the drives into the machine chassis.
Micro-Epsilon eddyNCDT SGS 4701 eddy current sensor
10 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe eddyNCDT SGS 4701 eddy current sensor is suitable for measuring the thermal extension of high-frequency spindles in order to minimise positioning errors in machine tools.
igus QuickRobot configuration tool
09 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdThe user-friendly online QuickRobot tool can be used for 79 types of robots.
Micro-Epsilon eddyNCDT 3001 eddy current sensor
02 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe Micro-Epsilon eddyNCDT 3001 eddy current sensor comes with integrated electronics including temperature compensation.
Micro-Epsilon optoCONTROL 2520 laser micrometer with integrated controller
24 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe optoCONTROL 2520 can measure diameters, edges and gaps on the target object, and up to eight segments can be measured and output simultaneously.
Wittenstein alpha SC+, SPC+ and TPC+ right-angle gearboxes
18 June, 2014 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdUsing new materials, innovative gearing designs and improved lubrication, the SC+, SPC+, and TPC+ operate cooler, leading to longer lifetime and increased speed.
Choosing the right encoder
10 June, 2014 by Joe Kimbrell, Product Manager, Drives, Motors and Motion, Automation Direct | Supplied by: Direct Automation Pty LtdEncoders are special sensors that capture position information and relay that data to other devices. They are used to determine the position, velocity and direction of a motor shaft or other mechanical motion. They provide information required for the precise control of a variety of applications, such as positioning a rotary table, pick and place, machine assembly, packaging, robotics and more.
Snack food maker's drive to integrate
09 June, 2014 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty LtdA quick check of the local supermarket shelves gives a clue as to the complexity of the snack-food manufacturing process. The variety on display is enormous. Everything from high-energy breakfast alternatives and morning pick-me-ups to chips and party foods is readily available.
