POSITAL’s IXARC high-precision magnetic absolute rotary encoders are now available with CANopen interfaces. These new interface option is in addition to the previously announced SSI, EtherNet/IP, EtherCat, Powerlink, Profbus DP and Profinet interfaces. Together, this range of interface choices makes the rugged and compact IXARC encoders one of the most versatile devices of its type […]
Opto 22 announces Node-RED on groov IIoT application development appliance at IoT Solutions World Congress @IOTSWC
Industrial automation manufacturer and Internet of Things application toolset provider Opto 22 announces immediate availability of the Node-RED development environment running on the groov Box industrial appliance, significantly decreasing IIoT application development time and complexity. Node-RED makes it easier to prototype, develop, and deploy applications for connecting physical assets to cloud applications and IT systems. […]
New 4-channel dynamic cost-effective digital piezo controller
PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P., an industry leader in precision motion control systems, and nanopositioning solutions, announces a new, 4-channel version of its high-performance E-727 digital piezo controller. Applications from Microscopy to Semiconductor Metrology The E-727 is designed for multi-axis nanopositioning applications, such as 3D imaging in super-resolution microscopy, laser beam steering, image stabilization in astronomy, […]
KB Electronics introduces the newest members of its KBAC Hybrid Drive family
KB Electronics Inc., a manufacturer of AC and DC Drives, now offers the newest members of its popular line of Hybrid Drives — Models KBAC-217 (5 HP) KBAC-416 (10 HP). Hybrid motor drive By definition, a hybrid is the merging of two technologies. These drives combine the digital technology of the microprocessor with an easy to use analog interface. […]
BEI Kimco’s brushless motors meet centrifuge requirements for reliable, quiet operation
BEI Kimco has met the high performance motor requirements for laboratory centrifuge machines. Centrifuges are used in biology, chemistry and hospital labs to rapidly spin and separate liquid samples into layers for analysis. These machines have varying requirements in motor functionality and size, as well as speeds that can range from just a few thousand […]
UniLogic HMI + PLC Software now with SQL connectivity, HMI screen to web page and HMI custom controls
All-in-One HMI + PLC programming software, UniLogic™ version 1.18, introduces features and enhancements that extend the application reach of UniStream, Unitronics’ award-winning All-in-One HMI + PLC controller. New features include: SQL Connectivity: Highly convenient and easy to use, UniLogic enables programmers to build SQL Queries and execute them via Ladder functions, including data transfer data […]
Keeping even keel: Gyroscopes for ships use position sensor to track angle
Too much roll on a boat underway can make it hard to fish, eat, drink or even move about. So in 2003, Seakeeper began R&D on nautical motion controls to address the problem. Eventually Seakeeper developed a gyroscope that uses industrial motion products for maximum stability. According to Seakeeper, this computer-controlled gyroscope eliminates most boat […]
STOBER Drives Inc. now sells PS two-speed gearboxes
Now STOBER Drives Inc. sells PS two-speed gearboxes that output both high speed and torque in one package. This is useful in machine-tool applications that need high cutting speeds and torque at the spindle. The gearboxes also offer versatile mounting for lathes or machining centers. Output torque is to 2,200 Nm. Backlash is equal to […]
Brother Gearmotors offers new variable frequency drives
Brother Gearmotors (of Brother International Corp.) offers sub-fractional AC gearmotors and reducers for industrial equipment manufacturers … including the food & beverage, packaging and material handling industries. It has partnered with American Control Electronics (ACE) in an agreement that lets Brother Gearmotors offer ACE’s premium selection of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) as a product add-on to its gearmotors portfolio. A […]
Bell Everman introduces new ServoBelt rotary stage family
ServoBelt Rotary Stages from Bell Everman are compact, high-torque rotary stages that offer through hole size and speed comparable to direct-drive rotary tables costing thousands more. Features include … Room in the middle. ServoBelt Rotary stages offer two different through hole configurations. Available with 50-, 100- or 200-mm center openings, our large through hole stages accommodate […]