Balluff Factor 1+ inductive proximity sensors
15 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdBalluff has expanded its Factor 1 series of inductive proximity sensors to now include a weld-immune Factor 1+ version with longer sensing distances.
Exlar Tritex II DC-powered line of actuators
07 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Applied AutomationExlar’s Tritex II DC-powered line of actuators integrates power and control electronics with brushless servo motors and actuators in one package.
Banner Engineering DF-F1 Expert dual display fibre amplifier
02 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty LtdThe Banner Engineering DF-G1 Expert dual display fibre amplifier has a thermally stable electronic design with dual display, two bright digital readouts and an improved fibre clamp, making the sensor suitable for plastic and glass assemblies.
RTA programmable stepper drives
22 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Automated Motion Systems Pty LtdRTA has launched three models of stepper drives that incorporate motion controllers and range from 24 VDC to 240 VAC supply.
Sick ML20 markless sensor
15 February, 2012 | Supplied by: SICK Pty LtdThe ML20 markless sensor from Sick is designed to be used like a print mark sensor but does not require any optical marking on the package, instead detecting a taught-in design pattern.
Fraba Posital Accelens inclinometers
14 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Plant Control & AutomationFraba Posital Accelens inclinometers feature capacitive sensor cells based on MEMS technology.
Aerotech ABL1500 non-contact direct-drive linear air bearing stage
12 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Lastek Pty LtdThe ABL1500 direct-drive linear air-bearing stage from Aerotech meets the needs of demanding scanning and inspection applications with its active preload, high stiffness and geometric characteristics.
CPC miniature linear guides range
09 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdThe CPC range of miniature linear guides is available in both standard and wide carriages in a full range of sizes.
maxon motor EC45 70 W flat motor
06 February, 2012 | Supplied by: maxon motor Australia Pty LtdThe maxon motor EC45 flat motor range now has a redesigned 70 W version that displays a flat speed/torque gradient. Flange pattern, fixation and socket are identical to the existing EC 45 flat 50 W version but with 38% more torque.
Coca-Cola Hellenic reduces energy consumption by 75%
02 February, 2012 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
Reducing energy consumption is one of the most important requirements today when modernising machines and systems. Often, there is great potential for saving energy - which, in the end, means saving money.
Tolomatic ACS actuator stepper drive/controller with ethernet
01 February, 2012 | Supplied by: Pneumatic Products
The addition of ethernet connectivity to Tolomatic’s ACS stepper drive/controller brings greater flexibility and economy to electric actuator applications. The ACS with ethernet supports both EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP, allowing easy connectivity to Allen Bradley PLCs and many other PLCs and HMIs. With built-in configurations for all of Tolomatic’s electric actuators, the ACS with ethernet makes creating linear motion simple. The combination of the ACS and Tolomatic’s ERD low-cost, rod-style electric actuators creates very economical solutions for automation applications such as product changeovers, diverting, sorting, pick-and-place or pressing.
ABB IRB 120 cleanroom robot
30 January, 2012 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has launched an ISO 5 (Class 100) cleanroom version of its smallest multipurpose industrial robot.
No profile - fans off!
23 January, 2012 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd
The apt Hiller Group (apt Hiller GmbH) in Monheim, Germany, makes aluminium semifinished products for markets in Europe. In run-out lengths of up to 60 metres, the profiles are transported via giant cross conveyors that function as refrigerated tables on which the roughly 500°C profiles from the press are cooled down to 30-40°C.
Industrial Video and Control hazardous area certified H.264 cameras
17 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Telvent Australia Pty Ltd
Industrial Video and Control (IVC) has introduced a range of H.264 cameras designed and certified for use in hazardous areas. IVC now offers Class I Division 1 and Class I Division 2 PTZ dome and ATEX PTZ cameras that support H.264 encoding.
AMCI NR25 series encoders with Modbus/TCP and EtherNet/IP
15 November, 2011 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The AMCI NR25 series encoders now provide support for Modbus/TCP as well as EtherNet/IP. These heavy duty rotary sensors provide an overall measuring range of 16 b (single-turn resolution) plus 14 b (number of revolutions), or 30 b in total. Both single- and multiturn versions are available.
