EtherNet/IP™ Machine-Mount I/O Blocks from Balluff

Florence, KY – Balluff’s new line of EtherNet/IP™ machine-mount I/O blocks provides seamless communication down to the sensors and actuators and, along with supporting cables and accessories, offers immediate cost savings with long-term performance.The comprehensive line of EtherNet/IP™ products includes twelve versions of machine-mount... [Read more]

Cognex Introduces DataMan 200 ID Reader

The DataMan 200 ID Reader from Cognex features Ethernet connectivity and liquid lens technology. It is an image-based reader which features full Ethernet connectivity in a package the size of a matchbox as well as liquid lens technology, ideal for applications with variable focus requirements. Ethernet connectivity gives DataMan 200 users the advantage... [Read more]

Bodine Adds Gearmotors and Motors to Pacesetter™ Product Line

CHICAGO, IL — Bodine Electric Company added over twenty new 230/460 VAC, variable speed, three-phase gearmotors and motors to their Pacesetter™ product line. These new models are ideal for factories where various power supply options are present. They provide a wide range of torque, speed, and horsepower to fit a wide variety of applications such... [Read more]

High Capacity Models for Torque Functional Test Systems

Brighton, MI – Promess, Inc. has added high capacity models to its line of Torque Functional Test (TFT) systems intended for intelligent assembly and test applications. The new TFT-HC series will initially include 500 Nm, 1000 Nm, and 2500 Nm models, with others to be added in response to future requirements. In addition to their highly accurate... [Read more]

G4 Canstack Linear Actuator from HaydonKerk

The G4 Canstack Linear Actuator from HaydonKerk Motion Solutions is the 4th generation design built for extended reliability and high performance. The first actuator to be released in the line is the 25mm diameter. The new design uses optimized teeth geometry along with high-energy neodymium magnets. With 20 percent higher output force across... [Read more]

Parker Releases Industrial Profile Systems Catalog

Rohnert Park, CA – Parker’s Electromechanical Automation Division announces the release of a new catalog featuring its IPS brand of structural framing products and systems. The 232-page guide covers extrusion profiles, fasteners, brackets, handles, doors, panels, hinges, linear applications and more.The revised catalog features new products, technical... [Read more]

Siemens Introduces Powerful Integrated Automation Solution in Compact Controller Class

Atlanta, GA– Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. introduces a new compact controller solution comprised of the Simatic S7-1200 controller and Simatic HMI Basic panels that can both be programmed with Simatic Step 7 Basic engineering software. The ability to program both devices using the same engineering software significantly reduces development... [Read more]

Curtiss-Wright Awarded Contract for Helicopter Programs

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE: CW) announced that it has received a contract from Claverham Limited to provide transducers for use in the fly-by-wire systems that control the main rotor and tail rotor on the Sikorsky UH-60M Upgrade and CH-53K helicopters. The contract has a potential value in excess of $20 million over a... [Read more]

H Series Rod Ends and Spherical Bearings from Aurora Bearings

Montgomery, IL – Aurora Bearing Company answers difficult and demanding misalignment applications with H Series rod ends and spherical bearings. H Series products have been specifically designed and engineered to solve misalignment issues with their narrow raceways and oversized balls with extensions to increase ball width.These features allow... [Read more]

400W MAC400 Integrated AC Servo Motor

A unique feature on the market for integrated servo drivers is the JVL MAC400 motor’s provision of both 3 x nominal torque at peak torque and full peak torque at all speeds.This means that the power of the motor can be fully utilized. Equally important is the fact that in the majority of applications a smaller motor rating can be used, since peak... [Read more]