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Siemens Drives AI Adoption with Industrial Operations X and NVIDIA-Accelerated Industrial PCs 

November 12, 2024 Siemens, a leading technology company, has announced the launch of a new line of Industrial PCs (IPCs) equipped with NVIDIA’s GPUs. Along with an extended AI offering, that’s part of the Industrial Operations X portfolio, it will accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) applications and mark another milestone in the strategic partnership between Siemens…

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Eaton’s Battery Configuration Switch Provides EV Charging Flexibility

November 12, 2024 Intelligent power management company Eaton has announced it has partnered with Munich Electrification to develop and market its battery configuration switch (BCS), an advanced solution for 400-volt/800-volt dual string battery packs in electrified vehicles. This innovative, integrated, bi-stable device for parallel/series reconfiguration allows 800-volt vehicles to effectively charge via a 400-volt charger,…

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How the NX102 Controller Streamlines Machine Automation with EtherCAT and CIP Safety

November 12, 2024 In today’s manufacturing landscape, the complexity of machine control systems often leads to increased costs, extended implementation times, and challenging maintenance requirements. Omron’s NX102 Machine Automation Controller addresses these challenges head-on by seamlessly integrating EtherCAT motion control and CIP Safety functionality into a single, powerful platform. Simplified Network Architecture Through Integration The NX102 controller…

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3 Things Manufacturers Should Know About Industry 5.0

November 12, 2024 While many manufacturers are still embracing the principles of Industry 4.0, the next evolution, Industry 5.0, is already beginning to take shape. Unlike Industry 4.0, which was a giant leap forward in automation and digitalization, Industry 5.0 represents a reconsideration of how smart technology platforms can work alongside humans. This includes technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), the Industrial…

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Guide to Mechatronics – Part 5: Tools & Languages in Mechatronics Software Development

November 11, 2024 The development of software for mechatronics systems employs a variety of programming languages and tools, each suited to different aspects of the system. The choice of these tools is guided by factors like the system’s complexity, real-time requirements, and hardware specifications. Programming Languages: Software Tools: Use-Cases: In the field of mechatronics, the…

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Precise Gear Machining Every Second

November 11, 2024 PC-based control automates the chamfering and deburring of gears Many innovations have their roots in the Black Forest, including radial chamfering, which Tec for Gears (TfG) from Furtwangen are using to automate a previously predominantly manual production step with TwinCAT NC PTP and EtherCAT oversampling terminals from Beckhoff, among other things. The…

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TwinCAT PLC++: Next Generation PLC Technology

November 11, 2024 Engineering and runtime with a significant leap in performance Based on well over 40 years of experience with state-of-the-art automation technology, Beckhoff presents the newly developed TwinCAT PLC++, enabling control engineers to make a real leap in project performance. Both engineering and runtime can be accelerated, while the well-known TwinCAT advantages of…

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FactoryTalk DataMosaix from Rockwell Automation Offers Ease and Speed to Visualization

November 11, 2024 Render content on a desktop or mobile device and easily select contextualized data from FactoryTalk DataMosaix Rockwell Automation introduces FactoryTalk® DataMosaix™ App Builder, a low/no code application development builder that’s tightly integrated with FactoryTalk DataMosaix, an industrial DataOps solution providing flexible options that fit most business needs. FactoryTalk DataMosaix enables customers to…

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New Emerson Solution Reduces Energy Costs, Carbon Emissions for Manufacturers

November 7, 2024 Energy Manager simplifies electricity monitoring, tracking real-time use to identify opportunities that can minimize waste and reduce emissions by up to 30% Emerson has launched its new Energy Manager solution, a pre-engineered hardware and software offering designed to simplify industrial electricity monitoring with quick setup and intuitive operation. Ready out of the box,…

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Tolomatic Expands RSX High-Force Actuator Line With New Models

November 7, 2024 Tolomatic Inc., an industry leader in innovative linear motion systems, has expanded and enhanced its range of RSX high-force electric linear actuators. Tolomatic has introduced five new products to meet a wider range of industrial applications. These five sizes expand the RSX’s capabilities to include forces up to 66,000 lbf (294 kN)….

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Process Device Profiles for Ethernet/IP Expanded to Include RTD and Thermocouple Temperature Sensors

November 7, 2024 Process Device Profiles for Ethernet/IP Expanded ODVA has announced that new process device profiles for temperature sensors are now available as a part of The EtherNet/IPTM Specification. Process device profiles help system integrators and end users to be able to efficiently commission new devices and to more easily replace devices for optimized…

MC ODVA Joint Consortium Standardizes Common Power Consumption Management 1 400
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Ethernet/IP Concurrent Connections for Critical Applications Now Available with CIP Safety

November 7, 2024 ODVA is pleased to announce that the CIP SafetyTM on EtherNet/IPTM technology has been enhanced to allow for the use of Concurrent Connections for applications requiring both high availability and functional safety. Concurrent Connections allow for communication redundancy between multiple producing and consuming devices for the most critical automation processes. CIP Safety…

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Emerson Showcased Packaging Solutions that Advance Future of Automation at PACK EXPO 2024

November 7, 2024 Global technology, software and engineering leader Emerson exhibited its latest Floor to CloudTM packaging solutions at PACK EXPO Chicago, November 3-6, 2024. Advancing the boundless future of automation, Emerson factory automation solutions and its Floor to Cloud approach empower smarter packaging lines and more efficient processes that make it possible for manufacturers to…

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Ontario Tackles Energy Demand by Introducing Affordable Energy Act

November 7, 2024 New legislation will help keep energy costs down as province expands the grid The Ontario government is introducing legislation that would, if passed, enable the implementation of the province’s first-ever integrated energy plan which will ensure the entire energy sector is aligned behind the government’s pro-growth agenda. The Affordable Energy Act would also prioritize…

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SPLIT WALL PLATES with Multiple Grommets

Handle pre-connectorized low voltage cables the easy way November 6, 2024 Arlington’s non-metallic single and two-gang Split Wall Plates easily accommodate pre-connectorized low voltage cable(s). Use hole plate as shipped, or with supplied split grommets to alter the size of the opening. CESP11-1/2” opening, (3) bushings – .312”, .500” and 1” CESP22” opening, (2) bushings…

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PrecisionX Group Launches Gem Website

November 6, 2024 PrecisionX Group is excited to announce the launch of the rebranded GEM Manufacturing (“GEM”) website. Designed to provide enhanced user experience with a clean, modern look and simplified navigation, the updated site showcases GEM’s industry-leading capabilities in precision stamping and deep drawing for critical applications across aerospace & defense, medical, satellite &…