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SIASUN announces cooperation with CENIT AG to create software for 3D laser machine
The development is based on CENIT’s FASTSUITE Edition 2 software, which will be customized to work in perfect synchronization with the newly built machine. -
Industry Product
SICK introduces Safe Robotics Area Protection safety system
The SRAP system consists of a Flexi Soft safety controller and a safety laser scanner – either the S300 Mini Remote for shorter scanning ranges or the microScan3 Core for larger monitoring fields. Safe Robotics Area Protection satisfies the criteria of Performance Level PL d in accordance with EN ISO 13849-1. -
Industry Product
L-com introduces IoT pressure and level sensor line
These IoT sensors offer range, accuracy and the ability to operate in harsh environments typically found in utilities, oil and gas, water and wastewater, factory automation and food processing industries. -
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How Viable is Additive Manufacturing?
By Mark Howard, EU Automation Additive manufacturing (AM) is drastically altering a range of industries, from manufacturing to the medical sector. But what are the limitations of the technology? This article shares some insights behind the manufacturing and legal issues surrounding additive manufacturing. -
Industry Product
PCB Piezotronics announces Model 410C01 signal conditioner
The Model 410C01 signal conditioner is set up using a software interface, and DIN rail mounting with standard 24 VDC power. It provides a broad frequency range and a zero reset that synchronizes with machine cycle times. -
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ABB announces opening of global healthcare research hub on Texas Medical Center campus
At TMC Innovation Institute, ABB will develop robots that are able to carry out repetitive, delicate and mundane processes, leaving medical and laboratory staff free to undertake more valuable roles and ultimately treat more patients. -
Industry Product
Energid releases version 5.5 of the Actin software development kit (SDK)
Actin version 5.5 adds Actin Viewer enhancements, Motion Script updates and G-code support, for robotic systems developers to focus on the robot’s tasks rather than joint movement and paths. -
Industry Product
AutomationDirect announces 4mm (smooth) and 5mm (M5 threaded) round photoelectric sensors
These DC-powered metal sensors work to provide accuracy in minimal mounting space and are designed for use in a variety of short or long-distance sensing applications. -
Industry Product
Novotechnik introduces TM1 Series of magnetostrictive linear hydraulic and pneumatic position sensors
TM1 Series stroke lengths are from 50 to 2,000 mm in 25 mm steps. Operating pressure is up to 5,076 psi (350 bar) with peaks to 6,526 psi (450 bar). Both plug-in and screw type flange models are available. -
FeatureWhy Bypassing the Factory Acceptance Test at Startup Is a Bad Idea
Rushing to startup, taking shortcuts, or bypassing the FAT typically means many engineering mistakes and problems that will need to be fixed later. -
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Ericsson announces Texas-based 5G smart manufacturing factory
The 28,000sqm factory, announced in June, will produce 5G and Advanced Antenna System radios to boost network capacity and coverage to meet the demand for rapid 5G deployments in North America. -
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Senseye partners with Ultimo Software Solutions to deliver combined Enterprise Asset Management and Predictive Maintenance system
The partnership will result in the delivery of an Enterprise Asset Management and Predictive Maintenance system that provides industrial organizations with tools to assess, manage and optimize their industrial assets and maintenance processes using Industry 4.0 best practices. The collaboration began in 2018 as part of the Manufacturing Technology Centre’s Factory in a Box project. -
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Upgrade Field Level Connectivity With State-of-the-Art Applications
This webinar discusses the special challenges for digitalization in the process industry, use cases for process automation gateways, as well as how to integrate fieldbus networks into modern day DCS (Distributed Control Systems) with Softing's smartGates -
Industry Product
Horner Automation Group releases series of Micro OCS controllers
Designed for any simple application, the Micro OCS controllers can perform in multiple industries from water treatment, to food processing, to HVAC/Environmental control and many others. -
Industry Product
Universal Robots' helps Vectis Automation power Vectis Cobot Welding Tool
The Vectis system comes with all hardware provided fully integrated onto a 3ft x 6ft mobile modular fixturing cart enabling metal fabricators to bring the cobot to the work, or the work to the cobot with no anchoring nor dedicated footprint required. -
Industry Product
H2W Technologies introduces DRS-206-05-012-01-EX dual rail positioning stage
The DRS-206-05-012-01-EX dual rail positioning stage is designed for applications that require long travel distances. It uses a cog-free brushless linear motor to generate a continuous force of 12.4 lbs [55.6 N] and a peak force of 37.4 lbs [167 N] with a total stroke length of 210 in [5341 mm]. -
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Traceable Trust with Trust-Free Tech
By Darcy Simonis, ABB While Bitcoin itself has divided many and attracted criticism, the technology that it is built upon, the blockchain, has garnered significant interest due to its promise of immutable digital record-keeping. This article explains why the emerging technology stores the key to greater traceability and reduced food wastage. -
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Trimantec announces ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS) certification
Trimantec’s Engineered Solutions and Electromechanical Manufacturing groups underwent the validation process and were awarded the ISO 9001:2015 QMS certification based on the following scope: design, manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly of electromechanical and machined components. -
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Senseye partners with Ultimo Software Solutions to deliver combined Enterprise Asset Management and Predictive Maintenance system
The partnership will result in the delivery of an Enterprise Asset Management and Predictive Maintenance system that provides industrial organizations with tools to assess, manage and optimize their industrial assets and maintenance processes using Industry 4.0 best practices. The collaboration began in 2018 as part of the Manufacturing Technology Centre’s Factory in a Box project. -
Industry Product
Fluke announces 87V MAX True-rms Digital Multimeter
The 87V MAX has an IP67 rating making it fully waterproof and dustproof, and has been tested to withstand a four-meter (13 foot) drop. It has an operating temperature range of -15 °C to +55 °C (5 °F to 131 °F), as low as -40 °C for up to 20 minutes, and can operate in up-to-95 percent humidity.