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Deploy Power over Ethernet Solution Using Ethernet Direct’s Industrial POE Switch Series

Ethernet Direct Corporation offers a reliable Ethernet solution for modern day mining using Industrial Power over Ethernet switches complying with IEEE 802.3af standard. These hardened Power over Ethernet devices are engineered for mission critical PoE applications.

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OEM Servo Motor Controller with CAN

OEM Servo Motor Controller with CAN

QuickSilver has added a CAN option to its smallest (2"/52mm x 2.5"/63mm) most cost effective servo motor controller. CAN can be configured for peer-to-peer, master or slave which allows the controllers to share I/O and registers with other CANopen enabled SilverDust controllers or 3rd party CANopen devices (i.e. I/O blocks, encoders, PLCs…). For a multi-axis system, connect several MG-Cs, make one the master and let the others receive motion commands over CAN.

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OEM Servo Motor Controller with CAN

OEM Servo Motor Controller with CAN

QuickSilver has added a CAN option to its smallest (2"/52mm x 2.5"/63mm) most cost effective servo motor controller. CAN can be configured for peer-to-peer, master or slave which allows the controllers to share I/O and registers with other CANopen enabled SilverDust controllers or 3rd party CANopen devices (i.e. I/O blocks, encoders, PLCs…). For a multi-axis system, connect several MG-Cs, make one the master and let the others receive motion commands over CAN.

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Encoders go wireless with BEI’s SwiftComm™ interface

Encoders go wireless with BEI’s SwiftComm™ interface

Real-time wireless control is finally a reality with BEI Industrial Encoders' introduction of Swiftcomm, a wireless interface for encoders. SwiftComm was designed from the ground up for motion control applications, providing an extremely robust wireless signal in real time over a secure network. Unlike other wireless technology such as Wi-Fi, SwiftComm's fast boot-up and transmission time allow it to seamlessly interface with existing control systems. Simply connect the SwiftComm transmitter to your encoder and the SwiftComm receiver to your control system and apply power. Costly and time-consuming cabling can now be a thing of the past.

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Maximise laboratory productivity with NitroVap nitrogen generators

Maximise laboratory productivity with NitroVap nitrogen generators

The Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has launched a range of bench or wall mounted nitrogen generators for use with sample concentrators and evaporators. The NitroVap-1LV and NitroVap-2LV generators are able to maximise productivity by providing a constant supply of gas, eliminating the downtime associated with conventional supply methods.

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Burkert’s IP65/IP67 Freeline Process Automation System Removes The Requirement For Control Cabinets In Process Applications

Burkert’s IP65/IP67 Freeline Process Automation System Removes The Requirement For Control Cabinets In Process Applications

Burkert's new FreeLINE 8645 is a completely decentralised process automation solution with a higher type of protection IP65/IP67, offering all the freedoms of distributed I/O systems without the cost and complexity of installation in control cabinets.

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SafetyBUS p input module is sealed to IP67

SafetyBUS p input module is sealed to IP67

Pilz Automation Technology is launching a new IP67 digital input module for use with SafetyBUS p, the safe, open industrial fieldbus system. This will help to save costs for machine builders and system integrators as it can be installed directly on the machine, thereby avoiding the need for the inputs to be connected inside a control cabinet. Not only can this eliminate the cost of a cabinet, but it also reduces the work involved in planning and installation, which helps to save valuable engineering time.

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Parker natural gas filters minimise costs

Parker natural gas filters minimise costs

The Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has launched its latest range of natural gas filtration solutions, developed to improve the efficiency of gas production processes and extend the service life of equipment. Due to their robust design, the ZA-, ZJ- and FFC-Series filters are able to remove contaminants that would quickly impair the performance of conventional filters, considerably reducing maintenance requirements and costs for users.

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icenta expands range of rotameters for liquids & gases

icenta expands range of rotameters for liquids & gases

Rotameters or variable area flow meters operate on the principle that the variation in area of flow stream required to produce a constant pressure differential is proportional to the flow rate. The flowing fluid enters the bottom of the meter, passes upward through a variable area metering tube, and around the float, exiting at the top. The flow rate is read by noting the position of the float against the calibrated scale etched on the tube.

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UK Distributor of FlowLine Level Measurement & Control Solutions

UK Distributor of FlowLine Level Measurement & Control Solutions

FlowLine Inc from California offers an advanced family of level measurement and control solutions for bulk storage, tanks, process vessels and waste sump applications. FlowLine's extensive portfolio encompasses a range of alternative level technologies including ultrasonic, capacitance, optical, radar, buoyancy and vibration, providing level control options for diverse applications, fluid types and process conditions. In particular, FlowLine is a recognised leader in non-contact ultrasonic level sensors, offering reliable and cost effective solutions for level measurement in challenging environments such as chemicals, waste and ultra pure liquids.

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Take control of your nitrogen supply with the NitroSource HiFluxx from Parker

Take control of your nitrogen supply with the NitroSource HiFluxx from Parker

The Process Filtration Division of Parker Hannifin has launched the latest addition to its range of industrial nitrogen generators, the NitroSource HiFluxx, enabling companies in a wide variety of industries to take control of their nitrogen supply, cutting costs and improving productivity as a result.

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IP69K Encoders Offer Hi-Res 4-20mA or 0-10V Analog Outputs

IP69K Encoders Offer Hi-Res 4-20mA or 0-10V Analog Outputs

Micronor's ENA361 (Hollow Shaft) and ESA361M (Solid Shaft) are extremely rugged, single turn absolute encoders with high resolution (12-bit internal) analog outputs, these units are ideal for industrial automation and process control applications operating in the harshest environments where either 4-20mA or 0-10V outputs are desired.

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PC/Ethernet data acquisition and control hardware now available through Adept Scientific

Adept Scientific is pleased to announce United Electronic Industries' PC/Ethernet data acquisition and control systems have been added to their range of products.

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E610 - Pressure Transmitter Configuration with FlexProgrammer

E610 - Pressure Transmitter Configuration with FlexProgrammer

Baumer's product segment Process Instrumentation offers the pressure transmitter E610 with a universal programming interface for the FlexProgrammer 9701. The tool enables direct configuration at any standard PC via USB-Port as well as remote configuration.

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Nanomotion's Z-Axis Auto Focus Stage provides positioning and focussing for microscope and imaging applications

Nanomotion's Z-Axis Auto Focus Stage provides positioning and focussing for microscope and imaging applications

With high speed performance for both long travel and nanometre to micron range incremental moves, Nanomotion's motorised Z-Axis Auto Focus Stage provides a complete vertical positioning and focussing solution for automated microscope and imaging applications.

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World’s largest sports drink manufacturer chooses Control-See’s U.C.ME-OPC software for plant paging application

World’s largest sports drink manufacturer chooses Control-See’s U.C.ME-OPC software for plant paging application

When one of the United States' largest sports drink manufacturing plants needed to upgrade their alarm paging software they contacted Fields Engineering & Computer Services, a systems integration company specializing in automation and manufacturing-database programming.

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LT3300 Units Join LT3000 Series of Graphic Logic Controllers from Pro-face UK Ltd

LT3300 Units Join LT3000 Series of Graphic Logic Controllers from Pro-face UK Ltd

Pro-face UK Ltd are pleased to announce the release 2 types of new graphic logic controllers, LT3300 Series with and without Ethernet. Pro-face UK are going to release 3 models that have SIO as a standard Source : LT-3300S (colour with LAN, source), LT-3300L (monochrome with LAN, source), and LT3301L (monochrome without LAN, source).

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AGP3000 Series of HMI with Built-In CANopen Master Module

AGP3000 Series of HMI with Built-In CANopen Master Module

Pro-face UK Ltd are pleased to announce the release of the AGP3000 units with Built-in CANopen Master Module. The 9 additional models extend the choice of over 60 types of HMI in the AGP3000 Series.

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Maple Systems introduces worlds cheapest 256-color TFT Touchscreen HMI at just $469.00 List

Maple Systems introduces worlds cheapest 256-color TFT Touchscreen HMI at just $469.00 List

With a new, low price tag of just $469, the 6 256-color HMI520T operator interface is the lowest priced TFT touchscreen operator interface on the market. The pricing is so low, that Maple Systems customers can buy a 6 full-color TFT for the same price that many of Maple Systems' competitors are selling their monochrome STN displays.

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Yokogawa releases enhanced version of ProSafe-RS safety instrumented system

Yokogawa releases enhanced version of ProSafe-RS safety instrumented system

Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces the launch of an enhanced version of the ProSafe-RS safety instrumented system, ProSafe-RS R1.03. To meet the latest safety instrumentation needs of the oil, petrochemical, and other industries, the remote optical communications capability has been enhanced and a digital output module and a simulation test function have been added to this new version.

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Entrix Connect Offers Datalink Gateways For Allen Bradley PLCs

Entrix Connect Offers Datalink Gateways For Allen Bradley PLCs

Entrix has been involved with providing connectivity to industrial devices for a long time. Sometimes customers need support for specific protocols and Allen Bradley is one example of this. We are pleased to offer the range of Datalink Gateways designed for this purpose

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PLC and Touch Screen Controller in One

PLC and Touch Screen Controller in One

Audon Electronics now stock the CUTOUCH CT1721, an integrated Touch panel, 5.6 graphic LCD, and programmable embedded computer. Based on Comfile's PLC-on-a-chip technology, the CUTOUCH CT1721 provides fast processing speed, 82 digital I/O ports, 8 channels of 10-bit A/D, 6 x 16-bit PWM outputs, and 80KB Flash Program memory so you can quickly develop HMI devices for industrial machines, factory temperature controllers, packing machines, robots and embedded control.

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