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Weidmuller: Custom PLC Interface Module Program for Industry 4.0 Applications

Weidmuller USA has recently launched its Custom PLC Interface Modules program to improve device and field connectivity in a wide variety of Industry 4.0 applications. Designed to meet the specific application needs of a business, these new interface modules can be installed in control cabinets serving all industry sectors. In addition, Weidmuller offers complete engineering, prototype and production services for fully customized PLC modules. In addition to the Customer PLC Interface Module program, Weidmuller USA’s Engineering and Assembly Services located in Richmond, Va. also offers manual and automated DIN rail assembly, modified and assembled enclosures and custom automation and PV combiner box solutions.

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AutomationDirect: Bondhus Hex and Torx Tools Sets

AutomationDirect has added Bondhus hex and Torx tools, which are precision machined in the USA with a proprietary high-torque steel for reliable, long-lasting service life. Hex-end L-key sets have chamfered tool tips to eliminate burrs and provide a proper seat. Ball-end L-key sets insert at a 25° angle, allowing for superior torque transfer and natural wrist movement, ideal for hard-to-reach places. Torx L-key sets are designed for more torque and can be used on Torx and star screws.

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

Banner Engineering: TL70 Pro Tower Light Series – Easily Integrate Customized Dynamic Indication Throughout a Facility

In addition to existing IO-Link models, the TL70 Pro Tower Light Series now brings fully customizable dynamic indication and communication to systems throughout a facility. New Modbus RTU, Ethernet, and Power over Ethernet models enable easy integration into both new and existing systems. Its modular design easily scales from one to six segments—five multicolor light segments and an audible segment—to communicate information such as equipment status, call for action or parts, and full bin indication. Fourteen colors plus multiple animation and audible options combine to bring greater awareness and communicate more machine information to people working near equipment.

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Connectors / Cables / Terminal Blocks | Featured | Industrial | Product News

binder: New Molded M16 Connectors Offer Versatile Applications

The application range of M16 circular connectors extends from heavy machinery like construction cranes and excavators to high-precision laboratory equipment. Just as varied as their applications, the requirements for molded M16 connectors also differ: Reliable and stable connections must be ensured in freezing temperatures and under constant exposure to dirt and dust. For this reason, connectors are required to offer not only high electrical performance but also durability and reliability in the harshest conditions. To meet these demands, binder has developed a new generation of molded M16 connectors.

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Sensors | Automotive | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

Same Sky: AMT24 Expands Absolute Encoder Line to Support Larger Shaft Sizes

Same Sky’s Motion and Control Group recently announced the addition of a new series to its innovative AMT absolute encoder family designed to support larger motor shaft sizes from 9 mm to 15.875 mm (5/8 inch). The AMT24 series, based on Same Sky’s proprietary capacitive ASIC technology, brings the same high levels of durability, accuracy, and immunity to environmental particulates as current AMT encoder models. Outputting 12 bits or 14 bits of absolute position information with single-turn or multi-turn output options, the AMT24 utilizes a high-speed RS-485 protocol for fast, low latency position data.

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Enclosures | Data Centers | Healthcare | Industrial | Product News

OKW: COMTEC Plastic Enclosures for Touch Screens and Displays

OKW’s COMTEC sloping-front plastic enclosures are increasingly being specified for electronic devices with a touch screen or display. Versatile COMTEC is ideal for a wide range of applications including data collection terminals, communications devices, access control/security, medical/wellness, laboratories, point-of-sale, measurement, control and industrial regulation. These modern desktop/wall-mount enclosures feature rounded contours and a recessed top that is inclined 10° for comfortable viewing and operation. There is a large area for mounting connectors and interfaces. The flat or raised base section can accommodate large components.

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Sensors | Drives / Loop Controllers / PACs / PLCs | Food & Beverage | Oil & Gas | Product News | Water & Waste Water

ifm efector: New MVQ301 Positioner for Industrial Valves

ifm efector, inc. recently introduced its new MVQ301 process valve positioner. The positioner is the third-installation in ifm’s MVQ series of pneumatic quarter-turn valve sensors. Supported by IO-Link, the MVQ301 is a valve positioner that also functions as a valve sensor, providing accurate feedback while positioning the solenoid valve to an exact degree. The new sensor features a standard M12 connection and 5-pin cable for both feedback and control, and is equipped with self-learning algorithms embedded into the sensor ensuring precise valve positioning; continuous learning allows the smart sensor to study the valve it controls, and improve its control performance each time the valve moves.

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Embedded Control | Automotive | Control Software | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

Emerson: New Energy Manager Solution Reduces Energy Costs, Carbon Emissions for Manufacturers

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, the Energy Manager solution monitors asset energy use in real time, allowing manufacturers to gain deeper insight into energy consumption and operating costs, lowering carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and maximize energy and operational efficiency.

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Drives / Loop Controllers / PACs / PLCs | Automotive | Featured | Industrial | Product News

Pilz: IndustrialPI – The Flexible and Versatile Industrial PC That Adapts to All Your Needs

With the IndustrialPI industrial PC, Pilz supports you in the implementation of the most varied applications in industrial automation. Thanks to its modular design, the open, Linux-based operating system and integrated interfaces, IndustrialPI is a true all-rounder. IndustrialPI is versatile, whether purely as an industrial PC, industrial controller (soft PLC) or as an IIoT gateway for your data. It is thus ideally equipped to implement your IIoT, automation and motion projects in industrial automation environments.

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News for Panel Builders | Data Centers | Product News | Thermal Management

Rittal Enables AI With Modular Cooling Distribution Unit (CDU) Capable of 1 Megawatt (MW) Cooling

In close cooperation with hyperscalers and server OEMs, Rittal has developed a modular cooling distribution unit (CDU) that delivers a cooling capacity of over 1 MW. It was the centerpiece exhibit at Rittal’s booth A24 at the 2024 OCP Global Summit on October 15-17. The CDU uses direct liquid cooling based on water – and is thus an example for new IT infrastructure technologies that are enablers for AI applications.

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

AutomationDirect: LS Electric XMC EtherCAT Motion Controllers and EtherCAT Bus Coupler

AutomationDirect has added the powerful LS Electric XMC motion controller to provide full EtherCAT master motion control. With a blindingly fast processor (scan times as low as 5ns) and built-in support for 8 or 16 axes of EtherCAT-based motion control (depending on the model), the XMC controller can handle virtually any motion control application. These brick-style controllers feature 8 discrete inputs, 16 discrete outputs, 2 analog inputs, and 2 analog outputs. Utilize the new EtherCAT bus coupler with the diverse LS XGB PLC I/O modules to expand the XMC controller I/O capability.

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AutomationDirect: Schmersal 250 Series Heavy-Duty Limit Switches

AutomationDirect has added new Schmersal 250 series heavy-duty limit switches featuring rugged cast iron housings for the harshest environments. The selection includes models with side rotary levers with metal or plastic rollers, metal belt alignment rollers, and high-temperature models with metal rollers. The belt alignment switches prevent costly equipment damage by providing warning, alarm, or auto-align signals when a conveyor belt drifts too far to one side and activates the switch.

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Drives / Loop Controllers / PACs / PLCs | Automotive | Food & Beverage | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Oil & Gas | Pharmaceutical | Product News

Banner Engineering: R50C Motor Driven Roller (MDR) Controller – Compact Plug-and-Play Motor Driven Roller Control

The R50C MDR Controller helps keep control of conveyors and other equipment in one system and gives system designers more efficient control of motor driven rollers using a PLC. Modbus communication, two configurable I/O channels, and a 0–18 volt analog output provide precision MDR control for a variety of conveyor systems, as the R50C is compatible with many different types of MDRs with integrated controls. Standard A-coded M12 connectors for sharing signals, and L-coded M12 pass-through connections for daisy chaining up to 16 amps of motor power, simplify installation of multiple motor driven roller controllers on a conveyor.

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Test and Measurement | Automotive | Drives / Loop Controllers / PACs / PLCs | Featured | General Manufacturing | Industrial | Product News

Beckhoff Integrates Dynamic Weighing into Standard TwinCAT Automation Software

The TwinCAT 3 Weighing Library from Beckhoff adds a fast, precise scale for weight measurement directly into a standard machine control environment. This new PLC package, which supports manual and automatic triggering, is highly effective when implemented with measurement I/O modules from Beckhoff, particularly the ELM35xx and EL3356 EtherCAT Terminals. Equipped with high-performance signal filtering, this solution accelerates process sequences in wide-ranging applications. This eliminates the need for many standalone, single-purpose measurement and sensing solutions that would require additional engineering time and effort to integrate with the automation and controls equipment.

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AutomationDirect: CITO StackFlow Series Modular Process Valves & Manifolds

AutomationDirect has added the CITO StackFlow series of modular process valves. This system of high-flow, robust components can stack together to form a valve bank assembly. Each module includes common inlets at each end and an outlet discharge at the bottom. Manual and solenoid valves are available, as well as distribution blocks that can all be included in the same assembly. Port adapters are sold separately, allowing multiple threaded connection options to the inlet or outlet port. Flow control outlet port adapters allow fine-tuning fluid flow out of the discharge.

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AutomationDirect: Additional Murrelektronik Field Wireable Connector Options

AutomationDirect has added M12 field wireable connectors with additional cable size options from Murrelektronik. New 5-pin A-coded connectors are available for 4-8mm/26-18 AWG cable sizes, in axial or 90° male or female connector styles. New D-coded connectors offer 4-pin configurations for 4-8mm/26-18 AWG cable sizes, in axial or 90° male connector styles. The L-coded connector additions are 5-pin for 9-13mm/16-14 AWG cable sizes with axial male or female connector options.

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