Interface modules with FDT/DTM
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
To simplify device set-up and installation time, Turck’s interface module (IM) family may now be programmed via a PC or onboard push-buttons using FDT/DTM software, along with PACTware.
I/O expansion modules
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd
Unitronics has released a line of enhanced I/O expansion modules. Based on the same platform as the previous modules, these four compact devices offer up to 32 digital I/Os per unit, plus three additional analog inputs for maximum I/O capacity and minimised cabinet space.
Pneumatic cylinder position sensors
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The MZT8, MZ2Q and MPS series magnetic cylinder sensors are designed to meet the needs of numerous automation requirements that use pneumatic cylinders.
Non-contact infrared temperature sensor
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: OneTemp Pty Ltd
The PyroUSB sensor can be connected directly to a PC via a USB cable (included) and operates without the need for any additional hardware interface or power supply. The sensor is also equipped with a 4-20 mA output, which has a linear output with temperature.
Displacement sensors
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: SICK Pty Ltd
The OD Value series displacement sensors offer four different measurement ranges from 26-34 mm to 60-180 mm and resolutions between 2 and 30 µm. The devices are capable of precisely measuring the position of bright, dark or highly reflective objects.
42CA Series C photoelectric sensors
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
The Allen-Bradley 42CA Series C is an improved and expanded line of 18 mm cylindrical photoelectric sensors. Featuring rapid 0.5 and 1 ms response times, these presence sensors are suitable for general-purpose and high-speed applications in the packaging, assembly and materials handling industries.
Motion monitors
21 September, 2009 | Supplied by: Plant Control & Automation
The DZ260 series motion monitors from Motrona have been designed as control modules for mounting inside motor control cabinets.
IO-Link AS-i modules
10 September, 2009 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltd
The IO-Link AS-i module from ifm efector combines the advantages of the AS-i wiring system with the standardised IO-Link communication. The simple AS-i connection technology enables the establishment of the data connection and energy supply for IO-Link devices.
Image processing system
31 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
The ZFX-CD smart vision sensor is a total image processing system that includes a camera with an integrated light source and an image processing unit, and has 1D/2D and pharmacode reading capability.
Robot range
31 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Marand Precision Engineering
The Kuka KR5 sixx CR cleanroom robot features a 5 kg payload and is available in two versions: the KR5 sixx R650 CR with 650 mm reach and the KR5 sixx R850 CR with 850 mm reach. Both are compact, high-speed robots that meet ISO Class 3 requirements and are double foil packed under cleanroom conditions.
Robot
31 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Select Packaging Systems Pty Ltd
Cama’s latest robot, the Triaflex, is a custom-made robot that can reach speeds of up to 150 cycles/min, with the capability to function on a single or double line tracking system and carry out tasks which are particularly complicated technically, such as managing and loading products on continuous motion machines.
Robot solves skills shortage for coatings specialist
27 August, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
Finding specialised qualified staff and the need for greater efficiency in an increasingly competitive marketplace motivated Peter Harrison, the General Manager of Melbourne-based Hilustre Coatings Pty Ltd, to investigate the possibility of using a robot at the company’s spray painting facility.
Photoelectric sensor
21 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
The Allen-Bradley Photoswitch 42JS VisiSight features a visible light source for ease of alignment and a rapid 1 ms response time, and is suitable for general purpose detection applications in the packaging, assembly and materials handling industries.
High-temperature proximity sensor
14 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
In heat treatment or cooking applications, hot steam or heated metal parts may damage standard sensors. The E2E-H heat-resistant inductive sensor provides both temperature resistance up to 120 °C and high detergent and water resistance.
Stainless steel photoelectric sensor
14 August, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Constructed with food industry-grade materials, the E3Z-M has been designed so that the detergents and disinfectants used during cleaning do not destroy the sensor — unlike standard plastic and metal types.
