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Siemens: New SIMATIC S7-1500 Virtual PLC (vPLC) on Industrial Edge

SIMATIC S7-1500V is an entirely virtual PLC based upon the functions and operation of the SIMATIC S7-1500 PLC and is independent of its hardware. It extends the current S7-1500 PLC offering, which allows for more flexible and modular design of production plants, and is a virtual controller that is completely compatible with TIA Portal. With this, you can rely on familiar tools and build on projects that are already created in TIA Portal, and use OT solutions you have previously employed in an IT environment and benefit from their advantages without giving up familiar structures.

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Switches / Indicators / Relays / Solenoids | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

Leuze: TL 305 Series Tower Lights

Leuze introduces new tower lights in robust aluminum housing onto the market: The TL 305 series impresses with bright and homogeneous illumination as well as an optional IO-Link interface. Tower lights are indispensable in machine and system construction as well as in intralogistics: They make states, faults and ongoing processes clearly visible from a distance. The new Leuze tower lights of the TL 305 series can do all of this extremely reliably. They light up brightly, uniformly and fully. This enables optimum signaling – whether at the machine, on the conveyor belt or for access control.

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Drives / Loop Controllers / PACs / PLCs | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

Mitsubishi Electric: FR-E810W Inverter for 120V Functionality

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has recently announced the launch of FR-E810W, an expansion of the FR-E800 series inverter lineup providing 120V service solutions. FR-E810W offers the improved safety, energy savings, and operation reliability of FR-E800 inverters to an additional voltage class. Traditionally, customers using Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s 240V inverters, with 120V service, were required to purchase an external step-up transformer to increase the supply voltage from 120V to 240V.

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Schmersal: New EX-SLC/SLG440 Series Safety Light Curtains/Grids in Ex Design

The Schmersal Group has expanded its range of optoelectronic protective devices with a series of safety light curtains/grids in Ex design. The new EX-SLC/SLG440 series is designed in the ignition protection types EX d (gas atmospheres), EX t (dust atmospheres) and EX op is (optical radiation) and is thus especially suitable for access protection of potentially explosive areas in industrial production – namely for zones 1 and 21.

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Connectors / Cables / Terminal Blocks | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News | Transportation | Water & Waste Water

Weidmuller: Klippon Connect Side Entry Terminal Blocks

Weidmuller USA brings new Klippon Connect Side Entry terminal blocks featuring lateral PUSH IN technology to market, showcasing the company’s ongoing commitment to develop innovative end-to-end safe and convenient connection solutions. Fast and reliable connections are essential in many industry sectors from aerospace to packaging to pumps and pipelines to electric vehicles and many more.

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Enclosures | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Marine / Offshore | Product News

ROLEC: ‘Round’ technoDISC Plastic Enclosures For Industrial Electronics Now In Four Sizes

ROLEC’s ‘round’ technoDISC plastic enclosures for IIoT and Industry 4.0 electronics are now available in four sizes. Robust technoDISC is ideal for a wide range of industrial electronics. Its ‘round’ design is perfect for applications such as industrial sensors, modern machine building, automation systems, IIoT control nodes and shipboard monitoring equipment. These ‘go anywhere’ enclosures can be installed on walls, bulkheads and machines. The lid can remain closed during installation in challenging environments – safeguarding the electronics with IP 66 (IP 67 optional) ingress protection.

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Circuit Protection | Automotive | Industrial | Product News | Switches / Indicators / Relays / Solenoids

AutomationDirect: New IronHorse Motor Controls

AutomationDirect has recently added new IronHorse manual motor protectors, contactors, thermal overload relays, and a wide variety of supported accessories to their growing lineup of motor control products. The IronHorse HMC series contactors are a very economical solution and feature an advanced design with a sealed structure to prevent arc flash exposure; electronic coils are available on select models. These 3-pole contactors have built-in auxiliary contacts and are available in a variety of coil voltages and in seven frame sizes, with ratings from 5 to 300 hp (400A) at 480 VAC.

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OKW Enclosures: MINI-DATA-BOX

The MINI-DATA-BOX will convince you with its compact size and attention to detail. It is suitable for a variety of indoor and outdoor applications. Designer corners play gently with the light on the surface and lend the enclosure a new lightness.

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Switches / Indicators / Relays / Solenoids | Automotive | Food & Beverage | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Marine / Offshore | Oil & Gas | Product News | Transportation

RS: Red Lion’s New N-Tron Series NT5000 Gigabit Managed Layer 2 Industrial Ethernet Switches

Red Lion’s N-Tron Series NT5000 gigabit managed Ethernet switches are engineered for ease of use, security, and durability and ideally suited for use in the factory automation, robotics, food and beverage, oil and gas, alternative energy, water and wastewater, marine, and rail industries. A configuration wizard and graphical dashboard make installation and setup a breeze; security features help administrators protect networks from unauthorized access; and a rugged design ensures years of reliable operation in harsh industrial environments.

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Drives / Loop Controllers / PACs / PLCs | Automotive | Food & Beverage | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News | Water & Waste Water

Mitsubishi Electric Automation: New IQ-F Series Compact FX5S PLC – Powerful, Affordable, and Easy-to-Use

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. expands its line of MELSEC iQ-F series compact controllers to now offer a basic model providing OEMs with an all-in-one controller for small machines up to 60 I/O with integrated Ethernet connectivity. The FX5S PLC is a solution for simple automation applications at a more affordable price than the original FX5U high-performance model and FX5UJ mid-range model.

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ROLEC: More Options for taraSMART Modular Suspension Arm System

ROLEC has added more components to its taraSMART (IP 54) range of modular suspension arms. Users can now configure their perfect support arm from a choice of 22 different components. Tough, stylish taraSMART supports displays, panel PCs and HMI enclosures weighing up to 100 lbs (45 kg). The range offers advanced technical features but at an attractive price point. Applications include smart factory automation, modern machine control systems, robotics, process automation, medical/laboratory technology and information stations.

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Connectors / Cables / Terminal Blocks | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Healthcare | Industrial | Product News

Stewart Connector: M12 X-Code & RJ45 Addition of Coiled Industrial Cable Assemblies

Stewart Connector expands their latest line of Industrial Cable Assemblies with the addition of coiled cable assemblies. These flexible ethernet cords feature IP20 rated cables and IP67 rated M12 X-code connectors and are offered in a variety of cable lengths and end configurations. These cable assemblies are made with TPE cable jacket to add to their robust nature, offering solid performance options that can deliver up to 10 gigabit Ethernet.

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Power Supplies | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

WAGO: Eco 2 Power Supply with Tool-Free Push-in Technology

The Eco 2 family of power supplies, with push-in technology and built-in WAGO levers, gets a new addition. The models with 30 W and 120 W output power are now joined by a variant with 240 W output power (item no. 2687-2146). The push-in connection and WAGO levers make device connection with the Eco 2 quick, easy and tool-free, saving time on wiring the power supply units. The option exists of retrofitting marking on the front to uniquely identify devices. With a reduced overall width of just 50 mm, the Eco 2 saves space.

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Connectors / Cables / Terminal Blocks | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

AutomationDirect: More Murrelektronik A-Coded Sensor and Signal Connection Cables

AutomationDirect’s newest addition of A-coded sensor and signal connection cables from Murrelektronik provides easy and reliable connections between panels and field devices. These cables offer several configurations including axial or right-angle female M8 or M12 screw-lock connector to pigtail, axial male to axial female with M8 or M12 screw-lock connectors, and right-angle male to right-angle female with M8 or M12 screw-lock connectors.

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Switches / Indicators / Relays / Solenoids | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

Rockwell Automation: ArmorBlock 5000 On-Machine I/O Blocks

Rockwell Automation, Inc. has recently announced the release of its new Allen‑Bradley ArmorBlock 5000 I/O blocks. Integrated with IO-Link technology, the distributed I/O solution offers smart capabilities that can help industrial manufacturers improve operational productivity with minimal cost. Manufacturers can deploy and maintain smart automation more efficiently with the ArmorBlock 5000 I/O solution. With the highly integrated IO-Link capabilities, machine design complexity is reduced through simpler device configuration and better integration with Allen‑Bradley controllers.

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Banner Engineering: Q20-2 Polarized Retroreflective Sensor

The Q20-2 is a new polarized retroreflective photoelectric sensor designed for reliable detection, quick installation, and precise beam alignment. Its bright, visible red LED features best-in-class bore sighting, ensuring that the beam spot hits repeatably where it is intended. The Q20-2 features an industry-standard compact housing and robust threaded 3-mm mounting holes.

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