CUI Devices’ new slide switch offering includes compact package sizes as small as 10 x 2.5 x 5.9 mm for space-constrained applications.
Simplifying installation, NKK expands low profile FF01 emergency stop swtich series to include 12″ wire leads.
To meet the need for highly accurate and reliable level measurement in hygienic applications, Emerson has developed the Rosemount 1408H Level Transmitter, the world’s first non-contacting radar device designed specifically for the food and beverage industry. Dedicated features include a hygienic compact design, fast sweep technology, exceptional radar beam focusing and IO-Link communications, helping manufacturers to optimize the efficiency of their operations, reduce product losses and ensure food safety.
When it comes to Industry 4.0, the Industrial Internet of Things and digital transformation, the process industry —especially the field within the process plant—has been the blind spot of the industrial landscape. An innovative technology developed in cooperation with twelve companies and four standards organizations is finally putting an end to this: with the Ethernet Advanced Physical Layer, or Ethernet-APL for short.
E-Switch has launched a tactile switch that provides a life expectancy of up to 5 million cycles, while offering a choice of multiple force options (160gf, 200gf, and 350gf).
The Scalance MUM856-1 – the first industrial 5G router from Siemens – is available now. The device connects local industrial applications to public 5G, 4G (LTE), and 3G (UMTS) mobile wireless networks. The router can be used to remotely monitor and service plants, machines, control elements, and other industrial devices via a public 5G network – flexibly and with high data rates.
The ZMV Series mini snap acting switches from C&K can be actuated from different angle into the pin plunger version.
Flexible manufacturing doesn’t have to mean implementing advanced technologies like the Omron LD Series mobile robots. If you’re trying to boost flexibility on a budget, there are plenty of simpler devices that can dramatically increase production line layout options. Let’s take a look at some of these. The A2W Series is a recent Omron innovation in switch technology that reduces the installation cost of switches and enhances application flexibility.
C&K has launched a single pole double throw tactile switch for high use applications. The TLSM Series tactile switches combine space-savings and high reliability.
RAFI has expanded its rugged RAFIX 22 FSR control component offering to include a stainless steel collar signal lamp version.
Knobs from Keystone Electronics have a soft-touch gripping surface and colored pointer/center hub for simplified identification on panels and equipment. Specifically developed and designed for OEM avionics and as a replacement part, Keystone’s knobs are injection molded from resin that meets specifications for mechanical, environmental, thermal, electrical and lighting requirement demands.
Available in three panel cutout sizes, the SV Series anti-vandal switch featues a short body for space constrained applications.
Designed to give plant operators an affordable way to upgrade to electronic performance, the Excela electronic switch has only two wires so it can be easily dropped in to existing mechanical switch infrastructure.
Panasonic Industry has launched its ASQMR switch with diagnostic benefits including the detection of lead wire break or short circuits.
Norstat now offers a line of Stack light assemblies in a smaller 30mm size that are ideal for machine and automation applications where a full-size stack light is not suitable.
The new compact AZM40 solenoid interlock now has UL certification, which means that it can be used in machinery and systems intended for the North American market. In addition, Schmersal has optimised the interlock as well as developed additional versions that incorporate specific customer requirements. The new development has generated considerable market interest thanks to its compact ‘on-trend’ dimensions.