SICK UK (www.sick.co.uk) has unveiled its latest code scanner range that offers a vast array of IT integration opportunities including, Ethernet, Serial, PROFIBUS, PROFINET and CAN, the LECTOR 620 code scanner range. This new code scanner is two-thirds smaller than the usual 2D code readers in the market. It offers anti-counterfeiting and traceability in a […]
Archives for April 2011
Rockwell’s motion-control technology enhances packaging machine
Faced with the challenge of developing machines that produce more products at a faster rate but offer greater accuracy and efficiency, Thiele Technologies (www.thieletech.com) turns to Rockwell Automation (www.rockwellautomation.com) for solutions. Rockwell Automation provided the control solution that would enhance the flexibility and performance of Thiele’s Nigrelli Envoy Tray Former Packer, a continuous-motion, high-speed packaging […]
BEI Brushless Generator withstands high shock and vibration
BEI Kimco Magnetics (www.beikimco.com), a subsidiary of Custom Sensors & Technologies (CST), Inc., has been unveiled the DIH18-21-BBNA Brushless Generator. The generator, which is used to power a remote brake health monitoring system, was developed in response to a railroad train signaling application requirement. The challenging generator requirement demands that at the speed of 10,000 […]
ABTech introduces µFG150 model MicroForm Gag
ABTech (www.abtechmfg.com) has introduced its latest air bearing, the µFG150 model MicroForm Gage. It is designed with the state-of-the-art electronics and proven air bearing technologies that automatically delivers reliable ultra-precision results. The company’s latest gage system features the most common form measurements, such as flatness, roundness, concentricity (in and out of plane), squareness and parallelism. […]
Delta Tau Introduces Next Generation Motion Controller
Delta Tau Data Systems has taken the leap into a more innovative and useful general-purpose control format for OEMs and end users alike. Their Power PMAC Motion and Machine Controller features a full-featured real-time operating system. Due to the latest embedded hardware available, the unit is said to provide the highest level of peripheral integration […]
Universal Drive Modules offer advanced machine control
ACS Motion Control (www.acsmotioncontrol.com) has announced the release of SPiiPlus UDMnt, an EtherCAT slave Universal Drive Module that drives directly one or two axes. The Universal Drive Module supports DC brushless, AC servo, closed loop two-phase and five-phase step motors and open loop two-phase and five-phase step motors. Operating as an EtherCAT slave tool to […]
Rexroth IndraLogic XLC PLC offers faster automation functions
Rexroth (www.boschrexroth.com) has introduced its latest range of PLC controllers that uses IndraLogic XLC (eXtended Logic Control). Offering capabilities beyond the standard functions of traditional PLC’s, Rexroth’s IndraLogic XLC PLC allows users to leverage numerous new functions that quickly deliver modular software projects. The new PLC controllers provide standardized functions for planning, programming, configuration and […]
GRAPHALLOY Bearings provide self-lubricating solutions
Graphite Metallizing Corporation (www.graphalloy.com) has unveiled their latest range of Tin Based Babbit GRAPHALLOY materials, which are FDA certified and are also offered in NSF certified grades for potable water. These tin based babbit materials are also suitable for high temperature bearing applications up to 175°C (350°F) and can perform well as self-lubricating bearings in […]
Boca Bearing unveils MX Engine Bearings for RC engines
Boca Bearing (www.bocabearings.com), the first company to introduce ceramic bearings to the hobby world and the world’s innovative leader in RC engine bearings, has launched the expanded portfolio of its latest MX Engine bearings, specifically for radio controlled engines. With the evolution of RC engines, they now come under greater thrusts loads than before and […]
ACS Stepper Drive/Controller offers affordable Electric Actuator Solutions
Tolomatic (www.tolomatic.com) has unveiled its latest ACS Stepper Drive/Controller. Specifically designed for use with electric actuators, the company’s latest actuator control solution (ACS) is a low-cost, easy-to-use stepper drive and controller. Integrated with configurations for the ERD, Tolomatic’s rod-style electric actuator linear motion is easily and automatically created in the desired linear units (inch or […]