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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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Festo’s New OVPN Multi-Stage Vacuum Generator Delivers a Ninefold Suction Flow Rate Increase Over Single-Stage Generators

November 5, 2024 Festo has expanded its vacuum generation solutions to include, for the first time, a multistage generator and a multistage cartridge. These new pneumatic vacuum components offer exceptional performance on porous materials, such as paper and corrugated board. The OVPN multistage vacuum generator and the OASP vacuum generator cartridge are ideal for such…

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Sonair Reaches $6.8M Funding Milestone & Launches Global Early Access to Breakthrough 3D Ultrasonic Sensor Technology

November 1, 2024 Sonair has closed a new funding round, led by Skyfall Ventures, to propel the robotics industry into a new era of sensing technology. The investment introduces a completely new category of sensors that will transform a mobile robot’s spatial awareness from 2D to 3D, offering a significantly improved safety performance over traditional…

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Self-Learning 3-Phase Soft Starters for Motors up to 75Hp / 55kW from Carlo Gavazzi

October 30, 2024 Carlo Gavazzi is excited to introduce the new RSGT Series Soft Starters, an easy-to-use product range for AC 3-phase induction motors up to 75Hp / 55kW. To maximize the ease of use without compromising performance, only three settings are required (FLC, ramp-up, ramp-down). The self-learning algorithm adjusts the soft starter’s parameters to work…

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Siemens and Microsoft Scale Industrial AI

October 29, 2024 Siemens is revolutionizing industrial automation with Microsoft. Through their collaboration, they have taken the Siemens Industrial Copilot to the next level, enabling it to handle the most demanding environments at scale. Combining Siemens’ unique domain know-how across industries with Microsoft Azure OpenAI Service, the Copilot further improves handling of rigorous requirements in…

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Overcoming Barcode Challenges with Advanced Solutions for Enhanced Traceability

October 23, 2024 Discussing the critical role of advanced barcode technology in achieving effective traceability solutions.  As industries increasingly depend on barcodes for tracking and managing operations, the challenges associated with barcode readability become critical obstacles. These challenges, ranging from poor print quality to environmental damage, can significantly disrupt workflow, compromise compliance, and diminish overall…

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Advanced Barcode Technology for Seamless Traceability

October 23, 2024 Effective traceability is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and compliance. However, barcode readability challenges, such as poor print quality and environmental damage, can significantly disrupt workflows. Omron’s latest blog delves into advanced barcode technologies that overcome these obstacles.  Discover how sophisticated barcode reading solutions, including enhanced imaging capabilities and adaptive lighting, can…

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Axiom Space, Prada Unveil Spacesuit Design for Moon Return

October 21, 2024 At the International Astronautical Congress in Milan, Italy, Axiom Space and Prada revealed for the first time on October 16, the flight design of the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) spacesuit that will be used for NASA’s Artemis III mission. The outer-layer design and materials work was jointly developed starting when the…

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Proactive Maintenance: The Key to Reducing Unscheduled Downtime

October 21, 2024 Unscheduled downtime can have a significant impact on manufacturing companies. When production halts unexpectedly due to downtime, it disrupts the entire supply chain, leading to delays in product delivery and potential loss of customer trust. Financially, the costs can be substantial, including lost revenue, overtime pay for workers, and expenses for emergency…

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Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Helps to Improve OEM’s Production Output by 300% with Implementation of Servo Motors and Amplifiers

October 21, 2024 Genesis Packaging Technologies moved from a customized to a standardized automation platform, which reduced lead and build times while increasing output by 300%. Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. prides itself on its servo motors and amplifiers portfolio, known for its high-performance capabilities, flexibility, and versatility for various applications. When an OEM of vial…

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High-Speed Data Transmission: Fischer Connectors’ Rugged Solutions Feature USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 10 Gbit/s with Optimal Signal Integrity

October 21, 2024 Data protocols are constantly evolving to enable interoperability and reliable transfer of increasing amounts of data at the highest speeds between more and more connected devices. To address this technological challenge, Fischer Connectors is expanding its platform capabilities to meet the most demanding connectivity requirements for high-speed data transfer using the USB…

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Comau Delivers a Highly Flexible Assembly Solution for JMC Ford’s High-End Pickup Manufacturing

October 21, 2024 Comau has designed and deployed a flexible and comprehensive Body-In-White (BIW) manufacturing solution for JMC Ford to produce high-end pickup trucks at the Xiaolan plant in China’s Jiangxi province. The project established a highly versatile production line capable of accommodating various models and configurations, including JMC Ford’s new pickup truck brand Da Dao (Avenue)…

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OGP Announces Enhancements to Shapegrabber Automated 3D Laser Scanning Systems

October 21, 2024 All-new SG SmartCapture software introduces advanced features and ease of use capabilities Optical Gaging Products (OGP®), a world-leading manufacturer of optical and precision metrology systems for industrial quality control, is pleased to announce all-new SG SmartCapture Software, leading a variety of enhancements to its ShapeGrabber family of automated 3D laser scanning systems….

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Teledyne FLIR Introduces Vue TV128+ Dual-Sensor Payload for SIRAS Professional Drone

October 18, 2024 Utility inspectors, law enforcement, and emergency response teams benefit from industry-leading thermal sensitivity  Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has announced the ITAR-free Vue® TV128+ camera module, a high-performance, thermal-and-visible camera payload. Purpose-built for the Teledyne FLIR SIRAS™ professional uncrewed aerial system (UAS), it provides industry-leading thermal sensitivity for first responder missions and industrial…

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Siemens Launches Intelligent Link Module to Boost Industrial Automation Data Transparency

October 18, 2024 With the SIRIUS 3RC7 intelligent link module, Siemens now offers a quick and easy way to gain complete data transparency down to the field level. The plug-and-play expansion module combines information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) with minimal installation and commissioning effort. This means that the data available at the load…

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Solving Smart Manufacturing Problems Today – and Into the Future

October 18, 2024 By Krystie Johnston Smart manufacturing faces a myriad of challenges: a shortage of skilled labour. supply chain issues, and technological advancements that, for companies who cannot keep pace, threaten a competitive edge. Solving these problems today, and into the future, is critical to ensure the success of the industry. Empowering the next…