Florence, KY – Balluff’s new IO-Link based RFID systems let users connect RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) systems to networks as easily as connecting discrete I/O, without adding any additional cost. The IO-Link protocol allows users to connect a complex device such as an RFID processor to an industrial network via a gateway using standard discrete […]
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EtherCAT® Motion Box for Stepper Motor Control from Beckhoff
Minneapolis, Minn. – Beckhoff Automation has introduced the EP7041 EtherCAT® Motion Box, allowing for stepper motor control in a compact, machine-mountable device. Using the EP7041 stepper motor box, small EtherCAT motion applications can now be implemented directly in the field without a protective control cabinet. Ideal for harsh environments, the compact EtherCAT module in protection […]
Bluetooth® RF-Transceiver Module from WAGO
Germantown, WI – WAGO Corporation’s 750-644 Bluetooth® RF-Transceiver module provides fast, bidirectional, wireless communication between I/O nodes. Within 10ms, the 750-644 exchanges data up to 1000m (line-of-sight) or 100m (within buildings). This makes the 750-644 ideal for a wide range of applications from robot controls and high bay warehouses to both renewable and traditional energy […]
High-Density, 16-Point I/O Modules from WAGO
Germantown, WI – Sixteen I/O points in one 12mm-wide module make WAGO’s 16-point I/O ribbon cable modules one of the most compact solutions for streamlining control-to-machine wiring. The DIN-rail mount modules feature 16 inputs (750-1400), 16 outputs (750-1500) or 8 inputs/8 outputs (750-1502) and an HE10 ribbon cable interface. With the flat ribbon cable, the […]
USB-Controlled I/O Module for PC-Based Automation
Westfield, IN – Dajac Inc. announces its newest PC-based automation control module the Expert I/O 1000. The new input/output control module is uniquely suited for numerous automation needs. The Expert I/O 1000 has a simple USB connection to a computer and allows automation of testing, processing, industrial machinery, distribution machinery, homes, hobbies and more. Ideal […]
Cognex Connect™ Ensures Seamless Connectivity Between Vision System and Automation Controls
Cognex Connect™ is a comprehensive suite of communications capabilities for vision systems enabling out-of-the-box connectivity between Cognex In-Sight® vision systems and virtually any major PLC, robot, HMI and Fieldbus system commonly used in factory automation. A point-and-click configuration interface makes it easy to control multiple vision systems from any network PC, and allows users to […]
Multiport Junction Blocks for Sensors
Cumming, GA – AutomationDirect introduces Zip-Port™ multiport junction blocks, that provide time, cost and space savings by allowing multiple sensors to be wired to a single block with one cable connecting to the control panel. Zip-Port junction blocks are available in field wireable or five-meter cable versions, feature four and five-pin M12 connectors in four, […]
Panel Meter Selector Tool
York, PA – Red Lion Controls, Inc. announces a panel meter selector tool now available on the company’s website here. The panel meter selector tool enables users to quickly and accurately identify from Red Lion’s broad offering of panel meter solutions the one or more meters that best match their criteria. Users simply answer several […]
New 5.7-in. Touch Panel Computer from Advantech
Cincinnati, OH – The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces a lower cost version of their current TPC-66T 5.7” QVGA TFT LCD touch panel computer. The TPC-66T-E2BE version comes with 64 colors, 320 x 240 resolution and an Intel® low power consuming CPU and heat sink to achieve a unique fanless design. The low voltage […]
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 I/O blocks, an IP 67 unmanaged switch, network cables and […]
