The evolution of industrial control systems
07 July, 2017 by Harry Mulder* | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty LtdIndustrially hardened PCs, with Windows and an RTOS running concurrently, have the potential to provide all‑in‑one, state‑of‑the‑art industrial controllers ready for Industry 4.0.
Cloud robotics
06 July, 2017 by H Pei-Breivold, K Sandström, L Rizvanovic, M Lehtola, S Azhar, R Kulläng, M Larsson, ABB | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdFew doubt that in the near future, robotics will fundamentally change production systems and dramatically increase their level of automation. To do so, robots will have to figure out for themselves how to solve problems and adapt to dynamic environments. This can be achieved by exploiting the IoT to facilitate the creation of new technology involving large-scale data propagation, stream analytics and machine learning.
NORD nsd tupH aluminium drives
27 June, 2017 | Supplied by: NORD Drivesystems (Aust) Pty LtdNORD Drivesystems nsd tupH aluminium drives offer permanent corrosion resistance with a sealed surface conversion system.
Futek MBA500 torque and thrust bi-axial load cell
21 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdThe MBA500 torque and thrust bi-axial load cell is designed to measure reaction torque moments as well as tension and compression loads, all in one transducer.
Redeveloped aquatic centre utilises EtherNet/IP
21 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty LtdThe recently redeveloped Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre at Lidcombe in Sydney's west utilises industrial controllers and an EtherNet/IP network provided by Omron.
ELAP EtherCAT encoder
19 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdWith a built-in certified EtherCAT interface, the latest ELAP encoder is fast and easy to integrate into a range of applications such as I/O systems, drives, sensors and actuators.
A peek at perfection
15 June, 2017 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdPorsche has used ABB robots to showcase its newest 911 model to fans around the world at an exclusive preview.
Leuze electronic CML 700i measuring light curtain with Profinet
05 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty LtdThe Leuze electronic CML 700i is a measuring light curtain in IP65 housing with an integrated Profinet intreface. With Profinet as well as the control unit integrated in the receiver unit, the need for additional devices and software is eliminated.
Wenglor takes over 3D specialist ShapeDrive
05 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Treotham Automation Pty LtdWenglor has recently bought all shares in ShapeDrive GmbH to expand its portfolio of 3D measuring technology, and to offer new solutions for automated manufacturing and quality assurance.
Good teamwork: getting a safe hand from robots
05 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWUUntil now, heavy-duty robots have always been housed in separate work areas to safeguard workers. Researchers at Fraunhofer want to change that with a security concept and intelligent robot control that will enable people and robots to collaborate as a team.
Conveying in the third dimension: RFID beats barcode
01 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Balluff Pty LtdBarcodes and 2D codes can be problematic for automatic reading if there is a chance that they will become dirty or damaged. Swiss company Ferag AG has therefore chosen to use RFID technology in its innovative conveying solutions.
Micro-Epsilon optoNCDT 2300-2DR blue laser sensor
31 May, 2017 | Supplied by: Bestech Australia Pty LtdThe optoNCDT 2300-2DR blue laser sensor is specially designed for displacement and distance measurements on directly reflecting surfaces.
FUTEK LCB200 Rod End Load Cell
26 May, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdThe FUTEK LCB200 Rod End Load Cell (tension and compression) is designed for applications involving inline actuators or hydraulic jacks with male or female threads.
AMCI by IDEC motion control products
24 May, 2017 | Supplied by: IDEC Australia Pty LtdMany industrial applications require motion control, but users are often frustrated by the complexity and high cost of implementation, particularly with servo systems. IDEC and AMCI have partnered to address this issue by offering a simple yet highly capable stepper motion control system.
ABB IRB 1200 robot with SafeMove2
22 May, 2017 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB Australia has announced that SafeMove2 is now available for IRB 1200, the smallest ABB robot to feature its safety-certified monitoring and control software.
