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		Binder-USA Releases M12 Receptacles for Power Applications - 02/07/12 The receptacles are prewired with 18 gauge leads, which increase the rated current and voltage compared to the company's other M12 connectors.

		Dwyer announces DTFA Variable-Area Flowmeter for Gases - 02/07/12 Series DTFA Variable-Area Flowmeter for gases allows for the accurate measurement of compatible gases.

		Jetter updates JetSym programming tool for servo control - 02/07/12 Enhancements in JetSym 4.4 relate to the setup and programming of servo drives with Motion API (Application Programming Interface) in JetSym STX.

		Sensorex introduces S150C and S151C-ORP pH/ORP electrodes - 02/07/12 The electrodes can be used with any pH or ORP meter and feature durable polycarbonate body construction.

		Cognex introduces In-Sight 500 industrial vision system - 02/07/12 The In‐Sight 500 vision system processes images at up to 500 frames per second (fps) with windowed acquisition.


		IXXAT releases CANblue II/Generic wireless CAN connection - 02/07/12 By coupling several CANblue II/Generic devices, different CAN networks can be wirelessly linked with each other.

		Datalogic Automation announces SG Extended safety light curtains - 02/07/12 Safety light curtains are available in models from 300mm up to 1800mm of controlled and overall height.

		CONTEC announces BX-300 DIN-rail Embedded PC - 02/07/12 The fanless BOX Computer BX300 series uses an energy-efficient Intel Atom processor Z530P and features a DIN-rail mountable body.

		Semiconductor Circuits introduces CPTXX36 Brick DC-DC Converter - 02/07/12 CPTXX36 is compliant with DOSA footprint and interface standards. It is available in three standard output voltages of 3V3, 5V & 12V.

		ABB releases TVOC-2 upgrade to Arc Guard System - 02/06/12 Upgrades include 30-50 msec response time, UL listing and SIL-2 safety rating.

		OMEGA Introduces CNI-CB120SB Temperature Controller Panel - 02/06/12 CNI-CB120SB temperature control panel provides a complete control system, eliminating the need to select, collect and assemble separate components.

		Galil Motion Control Introduces GalilSuite Software - 02/06/12 GalilSuite has servo tuning capabilities and multiple tuning methods making it easy to automatically tune many types of motion control systems.

		Lenze Americas introduces Servo Inverter i700 - 02/06/12 Designed for multi-axis applications, the i700 simplifies machine design, build and commissioning, especiall for material handling systems.

		Rittal releases 52U Server Enclosure - 02/06/12 The 52U enclosure adapts to a variety of applications, including housing server, storage and network components.

		ASI announces SG4-Hand Safety Light Curtains - 02/05/12 Light curtains for hand protection have a maximum operating distance of 19m, controlled heights ranging from 150 to 1800mm, and a 30mm resolution.

		AutomationDirect expands pneumatic tubing and fittings - 02/05/12 Expansion to the NITRA line of pneumatic components includes tubing, fittings, blow guns and aluminum manifolds.

		Beckhoff Automation releases EnOcean wireless modules - 02/05/12 KL6583-0100 and KL6581 EnOcean transmitter and receiver modules can be installed in visible locations within buildings.

		Endress+Hauser Introduces Installed Base Audit Program - 02/05/12 The Installed Base Audit simplifies measurement device maintenance, helps a plant conform to various regulations and safety requirements, and reduces its Total Cost of Ownership.

		INSYS adds GPS to MLR high-speed cellular routers - 02/05/12 GPS enables the continuous localization of mobile machines such as large emergency generators or construction equipment.

		NORD adds more power to SK 200E decentralized inverters - 02/05/12 SK 200E family of decentralized drive solutions now has a size 4 inverter with a rated power output from 11 to 22 kW.

		Beckhoff Releases AM8000 Servo Motor with one cable - 02/02/12 AM8000's single-cable technology has the power and feedback system combined into one standard motor cable.

		ACCES I/O announces USB-104-HUB 4-port USB hub - 02/02/12 USB-104-HUB makes it easy to add USB-based I/O to an embedded system or to connect peripherals such as external hard drives, keyboards, GPS, wireless and more.

		Alerton introduces multiple building dashboard - 02/02/12 Dashboard enables end users to display data from an unlimited number of individual buildings to as many as 450 concurrent users.

		GAO RFID introduces model 216021 long-range integrated reader - 02/02/12 Model 216021 has a built-in 12 dBi antenna and a maximum read/write distance of up to 15 m.

		igus slims down System E6 Energy Chain cable carrier - 02/02/12 System E6.1 is narrower, lighter and quieter than the previous model.

		WinSystems announces PCM-DC-AT DC/DC power supplies - 02/02/12 The input voltage range for the units is from 10 to 50V DC which allows them to work with 12, 24, or 48 volt battery operated or distributed DC power systems.

		OMEGA Introduces SCE-ELSSLPPL Electrical Enclosures - 02/01/12 These 304 stainless steel electrical cabinets provide protection from dust, dirt, oil and strong jets of water for weatherproof applications.

		Phoenix Contact announces Inverted IPC 35 PCB terminal blocks - 02/01/12 Inverted IPC 35 connectors can carry currents up to 115 Ampere (UL) and cable sizes of up to 2 AWG.

		Cobham introduces Machines Environment design system - 02/01/12 Machines Environment design system allows precision finite-element analysis (FEA) models of motors and generators to be created and solved in minutes.

		COOPER Crouse-Hinds extends explosion-proof nLLK 10 light fittings - 02/01/12 The 2x35W version for fluorescent lamps is certified for use in Zones 2 and 22 in accordance with European Directive (ATEX) and IECEx standards.

		Frommelt releases Guardian Defender Safety Door - 02/01/12 Guardian Defender guards machinery, contain processes and protects employees from robotic/machine movement zones.

		Geometric introduces Glovius CAD viewer software - 02/01/12 Glovius runs on Windows and as an app for iPad/iPhone and Android systems, and allows users to import CAD files from multiple platforms.

		Land Instruments announces Critical Vessel Monitoring System - 02/01/12 System uses thermal imaging cameras to measure refractory surface temperatures in all parts of a vessel including the critical cone and dome sections.

		NUMERIK JENA introduces non-magnetic LIK encoders - 02/01/12 The encoders can withstand a high magnetic environment without loss of accuracy or resolution and are mechanically stable.

		SAS announces GSZ Sprue Plier Arm for injection molding - 02/01/12 its spring loaded arm enables GRZ to absorb the ejector stroke of a mold. Spring loading allows individual sprues and runners to be secured prior to ejection.

		Schneider adds EtherNet/IP to MDrive motion systems - 01/31/12 MDrive EtherNet/IP motion system is ODVA conformance tested and will interface with many manufacturer's systems including Rockwell and Omron.

		HARTING introduces har-flex PCB connectors - 01/31/12 Based on a 2-row, 1.27-mm grid, har-flex offers all even-numbered models from 6 to 100 pins that allows for optimal utilization of PCB real estate

		ECD introduces Ammonium pIon Sensors for water treatment - 01/31/12 MVS10 and MVS17 pIon electrode cartridges measure the activity of “free” Ammonium ions in environmental water, potable water and waste water.

		Belden introduces MIPP Modular Industrial Patch Panel - 01/31/12 MIPP termination panel is for cables that need to be connected to equipment such as switches, Industrial Ethernet devices and any other device with an Ethernet link.

		Hale Hamilton announces N11000 Series Cylinder Filling manifold - 01/31/12 The manifolds are available for Inert Gas applications for single and multi-gas filling applications.

		Technosoft introduces iPOS3602 MX embedded Drive - 01/31/12 All basic motor control functions, as well as motion control and PLC features, are embedded onto this tiny drive that measures 55 x 26 x 13 mm.

		TR Electronic releases PowerGap Wireless Sensor System - 01/31/12 PowerGap inductively supplies power and signals across an air gap, eliminating the need for cables, connectors and slip ring solutions.

		ASI announces S7 SeriesFiber Optic Sensors - 01/30/12 For long distances, S7 series has 10 bit resolution models with 500 µs response. For high speed, the series has 12 bit resolution models with 50 µs response.

		ABB announces MicroFlex e150 Ethernet servo drive family - 01/30/12 The drives are compatible with Ethernet protocols, and have a universal encoder interfacing capability, local motion control programming, and integrated functional safety.

		SoftPLC announces Allen-Bradley PLC Migration Kits - 01/30/12 With these Migration Kits, users can upgrade an Allen-Bradley PLC CPU without re-programming or re-wiring.

		Chipkin releases CAS BACnet Object Monitor software - 01/30/12 Windows-based software allows automation engineers to test and monitor connections to BACnet IP devices.

		HABEY introduces BIS-6630 compact fanless embedded PC - 01/30/12 BIS-6630 has 6 USBs, 6 COM ports, 2 Gigabit Ethernet, and support for Windows 7 Embedded, Windows 7, Meego, and Linux systems.

		Sanyo Denki shrinks F2 Stepping Motor - 01/30/12 With a compact frame of 0.55" and weighing only 1 oz, this tiny model allows for a space-saving end product design.

		Servo2Go introduces SVAC3 Digital Servo Drive with EtherNet/IP - 01/29/12 SVAC3 includes EtherNet/IP industry-standard network communication which simplifies connection to the supplied Windows PC software for configuration and tuning.

		ABB introduces Cleanroom version of the IRB 120 6-axis robot - 01/29/12 The robot will provide small footprint performance and lower production costs to industries requiring minimal environmental pollutants.

		National Instruments adds 802.11ac to wireless Test Solution - 01/29/12 WLAN test solution checks WLAN chipsets and devices at signal bandwidths including 20, 40, 80 and 80+80 160 MHz for both Tx and Rx for up to 4x4 MIMO configurations.

		Haydon Kerk slims down its 36mm G4 linear actuator - 01/29/12 An adapter plate allows the smaller 36mm OD unit to replace existing size 17 hybrid stepper motor linear actuators for mechanisms requiring high force in a small package.

		Belden announces GarrettCom's enhanced Magnum 10KG Managed Switches - 01/26/12 Enhancements include up to eight Gb ports to support data-intensive Smart Grid applications.

		Phoenix Contact introduces white and blue wire duct - 01/26/12 The colors, with UL and CSA approvals, are made from PVC material with a V0 inflammability rating as per UL 94.

		Wasp announces WWS450 2D barcode scanner and computer - 01/26/12 By plugging into the PC, the scanner can read barcodes up to 160 feet away from the base by using wireless connectivity. Price: from $695.

		Balluff introduces BOS 50K series photoelectric sensors - 01/25/12 With a 2m sensing range, this background suppression sensor and its highly-visible red light emitter can detect objects regardless of color.

		GarrettCom releases Magnum 10XTS Router Terminal Server for Smart Grid - 01/25/12 Magnum 10XTS is for large substation installations with large numbers of serial and Ethernet instruments and the need for high-speed WAN access.

		Maple Systems Introduces HMC Combination HMI and PLC - 01/24/12 HMC accepts up to five plug-in I/O modules with varying configurations of digital and analog inputs and outputs.

		Precise Automation introduces PreciseFlex Sample Handler 4-axis robot - 01/24/12 Typical applications include handling, loading and managing plates, test tubes and microscope slides.

		OMEGA Introduces MWTC-D Wireless Temperature Data Logger - 01/24/12 MWTC-D records over 65,000 process temperature data points and is available in standard J, K, T, E, R, S, B, C, or N thermocouple calibration.

		Vision Components releases VC Smart Inspect vision sensor for quality inspection tasks - 01/24/12 VC Smart Inspect executes all image processing routines without an external PC.

		Invensys introduces Foxboro Model RTT80 Temperature Transmitter - 01/24/12 Model RTT80 two-wire temperature transmitter has HART, FOUNDATION Fieldbus and Profibus PA protocols, dual sensor inputs, diagnostics and alarms.

		KEP enhances Infilink HMI software for PLCs - 01/24/12 Infilink-HMI provides machine builders a software package that is quick to install and easy to configure under Windows 7 and XP operating systems.

		Heason announces Dover Motion DDM X-Y table for micropositioning applications - 01/24/12 The DDM features direct drive ironless linear servomotors that provide positioning resolution to 0.1 micron (to 5 nanometres on request).

		Invensys releases Foxboro Fieldbus Module 229 - 01/23/12 Fieldbus Module 229 DeviceNet Communication Interface Module enables customers to exchange data between an I/A Series DCS and DeviceNet I/O.

		Wavelength announces PTC embedded temperature controller - 01/23/12 PTC controllers operate from a single power supply between 5 V and 30 V and can be mounted on a printed circuit board.

		Precitech adds remote device interface to UPx CNC controller - 01/23/12 The UPx Remote Device provides the ability to remotely load program parameters and run programs.

		Vishay Introduces 20 LHE Linear Position Sensor - 01/23/12 With a life of 10 million cycles, the Hall effect sensor is ideal for short stroke measurements in industrial applications. Price: $15.00.

		Sierra Expands Liquid Flow Solutions with New Ultrasonic Flow Meter Models - 01/23/12 The Innova-Sonic 205i is Sierra’s highest performing dedicated clamp-on instrument incorporating the latest developments in digital signal processing to offer excellent accuracy and repeatability for a wide variety of liquids. The Innova-Sonic 210i portable clamp-on ultrasonic meter has received a complete repackaging into a smaller more light weight, hand-held configuration including new brighter display and pushbuttons.

		WAGO announces TeleControl PLC and PCs - 01/23/12 TeleControl PLC supports IEC 60870-5-101 (serial transmission), IEC 60870-5-104 (TCP/IP-based communication) and IEC 61850 (substation protection/control).

		TandD introduces TR-76Ui CO2 Recorder - 01/23/12 TR-76Ui is a three-channel data loggerthat simultaneously measures and records CO2 concentration, temperature and humidity.

		Fluke announces 430 Series II Power Quality and Energy Analyzers - 01/19/12 The analyzers help locate, predict, prevent, and troubleshoot issues in three-phase and single-power distribution systems.

		IBASE introduces iPPC-1500 15-inch panel PC - 01/19/12 iPPC-1500 provides a digital I/O interface, and four USB, audio, two LAN port, CRT and RS-232/422/485 serial ports.

		Schaefer announces PRP-750 pure sine wave inverters - 01/18/12 Standard input voltages of 12VDC, 24VDC, 48VDC, 72VDC, and 110VDC are inverted to adjustable 120VAC or 230VAC outputs regulated to 4% or better.

		Palmer Instruments announces pressure transducers - 01/18/12 The unnamed pressure transducers feature ceramic, silicone, or piezoresistive sensing elements.

		Hectronic announces H6059 embedded computer - 01/18/12 H6059 is a Qseven module based on the AMD T40E and T40R ultra low power dual core and single core accelerated processing units (APU) and the A55E embedded chipset.

		Lanner updates LEC-7920 industrial computer - 01/18/12 The fanless computer now has an Intel Core i5/i7 CPU, a Mini-PCIe slot with a SIM card reader for 3G connectivity, and Intel GMA HD graphics.

		Toshiba announces THL SCARA robots - 01/17/12 THL Series is configured with a lightweight die cast aluminum arm, as well as less complex, easy-to-maintain gearboxes and motors.

		Rockwell Automation enhances RSLogix 5000 software - 01/17/12 Enhancements in v20 of RSLogix 5000 include support for GuardLogix 5572S and 5573S safety controllers, CompactLogix 5370 PACs, and EtherNet/IP.

		VIPA announces ecoPanels touch panels - 01/17/12 ecoPanel series touch panels provides plant and machinery builders efficient visualisation at attractive prices.

		Mencom announces MIXO 40 AMP connectors - 01/16/12 ILME has developed two new modular inserts ideal for higher current applications where finger safe contact pins are required.

		Monitor Technologies introduces collapsible paddle Bin Level Switch - 01/12/12 This stainless steel paddle assembly is insertable from outside a bin or silo through a 1-1/4” NPT or 1-1/2” BSPT coupling.

		INSYS introduces VPN Connectivity Service - 01/12/12 The service allows customers to use VPN networks without any engineering effort and without previous knowledge of the field.

		Microchip announces PIC24F GA3 MCUs - 01/11/12 PIC24F GA3 features 150 microamperes/MHz active current, as well as six DMA channels, which allow a routine to be executed with less power consumption and increased throughput.

		Meggit introduces 786-500-D2 accelerometer - 01/11/12 The 786-500-D2 accelerometer for machinery health monitoring carries CSA approvals for Class I Div 2/Zone 2 areas.

		Mencom announces CX-02-7F and CX-02-7M connectors - 01/09/12 Connectors have two 70amp contact pins to obtain a cost efficient, compact connection for high currents.

		Micro-Epsilon announces MDS-45-M18-SA displacement sensor - 01/06/12 The MDS-45-M30-SA has a 55mm measuring range and an M30 cylindrical, barrel-type stainless steel housing.

		ASI releases gray CBD Terminal Blocks - 01/17/12 CBD Series has an UL94V-0 polyamide insulating body, which has an operating temperature range of –40 to +80 °C.

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