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Paxiom Group announces Top-load Modular Cell robotic pick-and-place solution
The Top-load Modular Cell is equipped to pick and place various finished package types including bags, wrapped products, rigid containers, cartons, and widgets into both cases and trays. -
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Kistler introduces MicroDyn 9109AA dynamometer
Measuring 30x30 mm, the MicroDyn has a natural frequency of 15 kHZ in all three axes, and dynamic forces up to 500 N can be measured and the resulting torques of up to 50 Nm calculated. -
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POSITAL announces connection caps for IXARC magnetic encoders
IXARC magnetic absolute encoders with CANopen interfaces are designed for motion control applications that range from cranes and container ports to classic factory automation. -
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Werum IT Solutions announces strategic partnership with Nymi to develop authentication solutions
The Nymi Band is a multi-factor biometrically authenticated wearable that is worn by shop floor workers to perform day-to-day authentication tasks, such as digital signatures within an MES. -
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5 Tips for Choosing Tablet Computers for Industrial Environments
By Christopher Ealahan, Teguar Computers The factory floor can be an unforgiving place for equipment, especially when it comes to electronics. Very few of these devices make it out of the plant intact or have a long operational life. Here are five factors that any industrial user should look for in their search for the right tablet computer. -
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Honeywell to help Chinese chemical company enhance process production capability
Honeywell will provide licensing, the process design package, proprietary and non-proprietary equipment, on-site operator training, technical services for startup and continuing operation, and key catalysts and adsorbents for the project. -
eBookAdvancing Automation: Cybersecurity
Automation.com has compiled a new edition of our Cybersecurity eBook to deliver the necessary information needed to ensure the strongest possible safeguards for any facility and facilitate future planning to keep one step ahead of the next cyberattack. -
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Galil Motion Control introduces EDD-3701x EtherCAT slave drive
The EDD-3701x can interface with Galil masters (DMC-500x0 and DMC-52xx0) for sophisticated applications or with TwinCAT for simple applications -
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Siemens releases enhanced Scalance X-200, Scalance XF-200BA, Scalance XC- 200EEC and Scalance XP-200EEC Ethernet switches
They support system-wide diagnostics, configuration changes and plant expansions during operations as well as the construction of redundant networks. -
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AMETEK Factory Automation introduces Gemco 958A Compact Housing LDT
To assure longevity in demanding applications such as steel-, mining- or construction -hydraulics the Gemco 958A Compact Housing LDT is designed to deliver tolerances of 1,000Gs shock resistance and 30Gs vibration resistance. -
FeatureIO-Link Connects Intelligent Sensors and Actuators in the Process Industries
IO-Link is being used in a wide range of applications as an open standard for smart sensor I/O, primarily for discrete devices. IO-Link is a point-to-point network communications standard and protocol -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What Is the Cause of Cavitation in a Liquid Flow Stream?
When fluid drops below a liquid's vapor pressure, a gas is formed. As fluid moves downstream to where the fluid pressure is greater than the vapor pressure, it "collapses" back into a liquid. -
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Retrofitting Cybersecurity
By Robin Whitehead, Boulting Technology Many systems that have been retrofitted for compatibility with the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) are not well protected. This article explains the top considerations to ensure cybersecurity when retrofitting a system. -
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VDMA to showcase OPC UA demonstrator at automatica 2018
Together with member companies, the Machine Vision, Integrated Assembly Solutions and Robotics groups are developing vendor- independent information models: In this way, the machines will speak the same language in the future. -
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Sharing Industrial Cybersecurity Guidance Across Sectors
By Eric C. Cosman, ARC Advisory Group Recently, there have been several efforts to apply and adapt standards developed for one sector or industry to others. ARC Advisory Group expects this trend to continue as industry groups, suppliers, and asset owners strive to optimize their response. -
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Pickering Interfaces introduces version 6 of Switch Path Manager signal routing software
This signal routing software works to simplify signal routing through complex switching systems and speed up the development of switching system software. -
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Balluff releases break-off magnetic mount with tag holder
Balluff's break-off magnetic mount with tag holder allows for integration of RFID systems. Using a magnetic connection, they are designed for presses where frequent tool or size changes are required. -
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Nanotec introduces PD2-C-IP brushless DC servo motor
The PD2-C-IP is available as a brushless DC motor, with an operating voltage of 12-48 V and a rated power of 105 W, and as a stepper motor with a nominal torque of up to 0.5 Nm. -
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Siemens and Northvolt announce partnership to develop green lithium-ion batteries
Once completed in 2020, Siemens intends to purchase batteries from the factory, making Northvolt a preferred supplier. Siemens will support the partnership through an investment of EUR 10 million. -
NewsSharing Industrial Cybersecurity Guidance Across Sectors
Recently, there have been several efforts to apply and adapt standards developed for one sector or industry to others. ARC Advisory Group expects this trend to continue as industry groups, suppliers, and asset owners strive to optimize their response.
