October 11, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Hirebotics recently showcased their latest innovations at IMTS, including their Beacon platform which makes programming a cobot as easy as using a cell phone or tablet, and unveiled new features designed to enhance the capabilities of their Beacon-powered cobots. Empower the Metal Workers You Already Have. Many automation solutions…
October 10, 2024 The new Harmonic Drive® HPF Series has quickly become a go-to choice for engineers The new Harmonic Drive® HPF Series has quickly become a go-to choice for engineers requiring high-torque solutions in compact spaces. Its precision gearing, reliability, and versatility make it ideal for robotics, automation, and other high-performance applications that require…
October 10, 2024 Packaging machines are as diverse as the range of applications that they are built for. Manufacturers like you, however, are faced with the same requirements over and over again. Regardless of whether your customers need a packaging system for food, pharmaceutical, cleaning, or cosmetic products, they will be looking for a system…
October 9, 2024 Continuing its investment in redesigning, enhancing, and expanding its residential portfolio to bring smart, sustainable technologies to homes, ABB launches ReliaHome Load Centers¹. The announcement signals ABB re-launching and re-branding its residential energy distribution offering under the ABB ReliaHome brand, following its acquisition of GE’s Industrial Solutions business in 2018. ABB’s universally…
October 7, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Making a quality product is critical for most manufacturing applications. From delicate electronics and optics to durable automotive and rail projects to dynamic industrial applications – connections matter. Though the size and type of fastener may vary, Bossard Inc. has developed cutting-edge solutions to support them all. Bossard Inc….
October 7, 2024 The Benefits of an Integrated Platform in Industrial Automation Explore how integrated platforms like Omron’s Sysmac are transforming industrial automation by streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency, productivity, and innovation. Streamlined Program Development and Operations Management Integrated platforms in industrial automation offer unparalleled ease and agility in program development. By consolidating various automation…
October 4, 2024 Festo has created a new solution for high throughput dry-room electrode assembly of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. It’s the latest in a series of innovations Festo has developed for the entire battery lifecycle. In 2022, the Festo electric mobility initiative demonstrated an automated degassing cell. In 2023, the company developed an automated chemical processing solution…
The complete system for safe guard locking and operation – Compact, combined safety – Energy-efficient guard locking + operation! October 2, 2024 Miniaturisation is an important aspect of industrial transformation. It ensures efficient and sustainable processes. Because “smaller” solutions save space and energy. Pilz supports this aspect with safe sensor technology solutions, among others: The…
October 2, 2024 Liquid level sensors have been on the market for many years, used in industry sectors such as food and beverage, industrial, medical, printing, agriculture, automotive, and in white goods for leak detection or level measurement. When measuring discrete levels of liquids, reed switch technology is simple, inexpensive and reliable.celduc® offers liquid level sensors with…
October 4, 2024 Outdoor Enclosures – The Unsung Heroes Outdoor enclosures are everywhere—by the roadside, on sidewalks, or alongside railways—and yet they are often overlooked despite their vital role in our daily lives. These seemingly simple metal boxes are responsible for protecting highly critical equipment that ensures the smooth operation of essential infrastructure, such as…
October 2, 2024 The dynamic, high-precision solution for heavy external load The lowest possible ratio of load moment of inertia to motor moment of inertia is key for transporting heavy loads from A to B at high speed and with great precision. That’s why CM3C.. series servomotors benefit from increased inertia. These servomotors are therefore particularly suited to all…
October 2, 2024 ABB is marking the 70th anniversary of its Pressductor® transducer which was developed in Västerås, Sweden, in the early 1950s and patented in 1954. When it came on the market, the innovative technology offered a step change in the reliability of load cells for tough industrial environments such as paper mills and steel…
October 2, 2024 What Are Electric Relays? Electromechanical relays are electrically operated switches that control circuits by opening and closing contacts. They receive an electrical signal from an external source and transmit it to other equipment by toggling the switch on or off. This mechanism allows relays to manage high-power applications with low-power signals, ensuring safe…
October 2, 2024 The logistics industry is experiencing a transformative shift with the integration of machine vision technology in scan tunnels. This technology enhances operational efficiency and sets new standards in quality, speed, and precision. Essential for tasks such as measurement, quality control, object recognition, and traceability, machine vision is becoming a fundamental component of…
October 1, 2024 The PCMM2G programmable controller / multi-axis master delivers industry-leading performance and flexible support for both Kollmorgen and third-party systems. Full-featured and simple to use, this compact, multi-axis motion controller scales easily to handle everything from small, simple machine modules to large, highly complex automation environments. High Performance The PCMM2G uses a 1.5…
September 30, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Quality cables and connections for photovoltaic (PV) systems are critical to ensure safe and long-lasting setups. HELUKABEL has provided cables, wires, and accessories for infrastructure and energy applications for more than 45 years. Their comprehensive portfolio of products is trusted by manufacturers, installers, and operators of PV systems worldwide…