The application of IEEE 1588 to industrial automation
07 August, 2009 by Ken Harris | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation Australia
One trend in discrete part manufacturing is towards faster and higher precision part production — more parts per minute and better quality. Traditional control solutions can be stretched to their limits. By replacing traditional control solutions with time-based control, higher spped and precision can be realised.
Rod-style electric linear actuator
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Pneumatic Products
The ICR Plus linear rod-style SmartActuator from Tolomatic is a fully programmable integrated actuator for complex industrial motion-control applications requiring 100% duty-cycle performance.
Rail brakes
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Norman G Clark Pty Ltd
Nexen RB and RBE series rail brakes are available in spring-engaged and electric models, delivering a secure hold in the broadest range of linear motion control applications.
Linear position sensor
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The SMAT-8M position transmitter from Festo is installed like an ordinary reed switch. Due to its compact design, the SMAT-8M can be securely installed flush in the slot of grippers and compact cylinders where it is protected from mechanical damage.
Servo-controlled stepper motor range
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: M Rutty & Co Pty Ltd
FAS Technology is focused on developing new technologies in the field of motion control with DSP technology.
Electric cylinder actuator
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: SEW-Eurodrive Pty Ltd
Presenting a high-performance alternative to pneumatic and hydraulic actuating cylinders, SEW-Eurodrive's CMS electric cylinder series provides accurate linear positioning for a wide range of single-plane motion applications.
Linear displacement sensor
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty Ltd
Turck has introduced the Q25L sensor, a magnetically actuated linear displacement sensor designed to detect piston position on pneumatic cylinders.
Capacitive sensors
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: ifm efector pty ltd
The KQ capacitive sensors from ifm efector have been optimised for the detection of conductive media through non-metallic vessel walls.
Electric gripper
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Festo Pty Ltd
The HGPLE electric gripper from Festo with an integrated motor and a gear unit provides variable positioning and speed control, giving users controlled and secure gripping. The unit is suitable for applications where no compressed air is available.
Wireless PAC system
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Systems 22 Pty Ltd
Wireless local area networking (WLAN) capabilities have been added to all of Opto 22's ethernet-based Snap PAC system components, including all of its standalone and rack-mounted programmable automation controllers.
Entry-level PLC
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty Ltd
Designed for standalone operation in smaller industrial applications and mechanical engineering, the AC500-eCo PLC can be adapted to meet individual requirements.
Vacuum handling cylinder
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: PIAB Vacuum Technologies
The Vactivator V10 is a vacuum handling cylinder featuring automatic stroke control. The cylinder is available in V10/20 article number 01.12.645, with a stroke of 0-20 mm.
PLC ethernet module
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Omron Electronics Pty Ltd
Omron has recently introduced the CP1W-CIF41, an add-on ethernet option board for CP1 PLCs, enabling communications to these micro PLCs over ethernet networks, boosting their flexibility and usefulness.
Clear object sensor
30 July, 2009 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty Ltd
Banner Engineering's World-Beam QS30 clear object sensor, is designed to provide reliable, clear object detection to solve challenging applications.
Smarter robotic palletising
14 July, 2009 | Supplied by: JMP Engineering Ltd
More and more, customers are wanting to automate the palletising function within their production facilities but are often unable to provide space for such a system. And in today’s current economic conditions, customers are becoming even more focused on the return on investment of their capital equipment purchases.
