Omron CJ2M family of PLC CPUs
17 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Omron recently released its CJ2M family of PLC CPUs. Evolving from the CJ1M family, the CJ2M improves performance, features and functionality. Smaller models allow an affordable entry into advanced automation, while models at the high end enable scalable solutions.
Smart camera vision systems: the new approach to track and trace
02 August, 2010 | Supplied by: Automation Systems and Controls Pty Ltd
Increasing global regulations on healthcare products have many pharmaceutical manufacturers preparing to implement serialised packaging in support of full traceability and authentication requirements. However, the traditional approach of deploying turnkey serialisation solutions that integrate PC-based vision can be expensive to install, validate and maintain.
Fully automatic ink filling at intervals of seconds
30 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Beckhoff Automation Pty Ltd
Precision Mechatronics Pty Ltd supplies application- and customer-specific machine solutions for various industries and areas of application. With the development of an ink cartridge filling machine, the company is positioning itself in a niche market; nevertheless, the demands on the machine are anything but small.
AMCI NR25 Ethernet/IP networked encoder
26 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The AMCI NR25 is an Ethernet/IP networked encoder and is a heavy-duty solution for single-turn and multi-turn position applications.
Kistler Staiger Mohilo NCF-H servo-driven press spindle
20 July, 2010 | Supplied by: SI Instruments
The Kistler Staiger Mohilo NCF-H is the latest model in the Kistler range of servo-driven press spindles. The NCF-H is built with a hollow shaft motor, allowing a compact design for the press spindle. The integrated piezoelectric force sensor allows extreme overload situations and dual range operation.
SEW-Eurodrive DR series two- and six-pole motors
20 July, 2010 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
SEW-Eurodrive has extended its DR motor series with the inclusion of two- and six-pole variants. The addition of two- and six-pole DR motor options enables more precise matching of gear ratios to a wider range of end-user applications.
ASM PRAS5 heavy-duty Hall effect encoders
20 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The ASM PRAS5 range of heavy-duty Hall effect sensors has a measuring range of 0-360° and sealing up to IP69K.
Micro-Epsilon confocal bore hole sensor
20 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty Ltd
The miniature confocal bore hole sensor from Micro-Epsilon, with diameter of 3.5 mm, can be used for measuring bore holes with diameters of 4.0 mm or higher. The sensor, which is rotated by an electric servomotor, can measure a number of bore hole internal characteristics, including diameter, roundness, concentricity, tapers and straightness. An integrated precision ball bearing system provides the required rotation stability.
ERD electric rod-style actuators
20 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Pneumatic Products
Tolomatic ERD electric rod-style actuators are designed as an electric alternative to pneumatic cylinders. They can deliver forces up to 334 N at speeds up to 1016 mm/s. ERD actuators are stroke configurable and are suitable for a wide variety of applications, including product changeovers, pick-and-place, sorting and diverting, and heat-staking.
Diffuse optical scanning sensors - Part 1
19 July, 2010 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty Ltd
There are many myths about sensors, in particular the world of diffuse scanning sensors. With many users preferring the ‘make/break’ philosophy of retro-reflective and thru-beam sensors, we thought it might be important to take a look at what diffuse scanning sensors are all about.
Automated slaughter line for salmon
16 July, 2010
Norway is now operating the first salmon slaughter line in the world to use automatic bleeding based on machine vision and robot technology. The innovation makes for more rational operation, says the system’s pilot operator.
Movidrive B application inverter
04 July, 2010 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
The Movidrive B application inverter, suitable for manufacturers and OEMs, has seven sizes that provide power capacities ranging from 0.55 to 132 kW for standard variable speed drives and up to advanced positioning and synchronous applications.
Baldor e100 drive family with EtherNet/IP and Modbus/TCP
22 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Baldor Australia Pty Ltd
The e100 drive family has been re-engineered to become compatible with three industrial ethernet standards - EtherNet/IP, Modbus/TCP and Powerlink - as well as standard TCP/IP networks and Baldor’s Mint system building environment. The addition of EtherNet/IP and Modbus/TCP support is intended to extend the application potential of the drives in PLC-controlled applications.
Hengstler Acuro AC58-I combined absolute/incremental encoder
21 June, 2010 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty Ltd
The Acuro family of encoders made by Hengstler now includes the AC58-I, an encoder that can be used both for positioning and feedback applications.
SEW-Eurodrive Movigear B decentralised mechatronic drive systems
21 June, 2010 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
SEW-Eurodrive has released the Movigear B all-in-one decentralised mechatronic drive systems. The series comprises motor, gear unit and drive electronics in a single, compact housing. Additional features such as four communication variant options, enhanced safety functionality and a specific wet area variant are available.
