11/03/2020
Industrial switches with innovative functions
Printec-DS Keyboard has launched the DS1T product series of industrial single pushbuttons. Using the new series,
existing systems can be expanded easily, and customer-specific new developments can be implemented quickly and
cost-effectively. Thanks to the universal design of the buttons, combinations of different technologies are
possible in a very small space.
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11/03/2020
Powerful DC-DC converter for DIN rail mounting
TDK Corporation announces the introduction of the TDK-Lambda brand DDA series of DIN rail mounted DC-DC
converters up to 500 W output power. The DDA series use TDK Lambda Point-of-Load converters of the i6A series
without galvanic isolation.
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11/03/2020
The solution for AI applications – Spectra PowerBox 500: Embedded computer with excellent GPU performance
Machine vision requires high-performance computers that have been specially developed for high-speed optical
detection and analysis on site. For these demanding tasks, Spectra has developed the powerful Spectra PowerBox
500 embedded computer series.
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11/03/2020
maxon drives fly to the Red Planet with NASA's Perseverance rover
NASA’s fifth rover is on the way to Mars. Its main mission is to collect soil samples that will be analysed on
Earth later. The rover will also carry a helicopter that will perform the first flights on the Red Planet.
maxon's precision DC and BLDC motors will be used for numerous mission-critical tasks.
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11/03/2020
New SNAP IN connection technology enables robot-assisted installation
With each new generation, electrical devices are becoming smaller, more powerful and safer to use. The devices
have to meet the ever-growing market requirements and within increasingly shorter development cycles. In
addition, the digital transformation in industry continues to progress and requires reliable and stable
connections for its implementation. All this presents device manufacturers with major challenges that must be
solved using the right device connection technology.
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11/03/2020
CONEC supports field robot project
In 2014, the collaboration between CONEC and the team of Kamaro‑Engineering began. Kamaro-Engineering e.V.
specializes in the development of field robots which enable new, environmentally friendly methods in
agriculture.
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11/03/2020
Starter Kit to Experience IO‑Link
Turck's IO-Link system box, consisting of I/O module, sensors and indicator light enables users to discover the
benefits of the communication standard. Turck is now offering a compact starter kit for users wishing to discover the benefits of the IO-Link digital
communication protocol. The IO-Link devices contained in the box enable interested users to set up their own
system and thus gain hands-on experience in the technology.
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11/03/2020
Valve connectors DT and Superseal with double cable outlet
The new versions of the CONEC valve connectors are mostly used as Y-distributors for the distribution of signals
and power, with variable cable lengths and the possibility to assemble different connectors at the cable ends
according to customer requirements.
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09/30/2020
Faster integration of Lidar innovations for autonomous driving
dSPACE and Velodyne Lidar Inc. have entered into a partnership to accelerate future developments of lidar
technologies for autonomous driving. To this end, dSPACE, a leader and partner for simulation and validation in
the automotive industry, has joined the Velodyne program ‘Automated with Velodyne.’ The program aims to
accelerate ecosystem interactions and rapidly integrate lidar innovations into a range of autonomous solutions
including autonomous driving.
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09/30/2020
Industrialization of additive manufacturing
What was unthinkable a few years ago is now becoming reality with digitalisation and additive manufacturing –
for example customized bicycle helmets. The head is simply scanned with a smartphone app and the process for the
custom-made helmet is initiated. Siemens, together with EOS, has supported this vision of the bicycle helmet
manufacturer Hexr.
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09/30/2020
IP67 PLC with Direct Cloud Connection and Multiprotocol Ethernet
Robust control TBEN-L-PLC with integrated Edge Gateway – Turck has presented the TBEN-L PLC as the world's first IP67 controller for industrial applications, which not
only offers an onboard CODESYS PLC but also enables a cloud connection and communication with different Ethernet
protocols at the same time, thanks to its multiprotocol technology.
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09/30/2020
PUSH IN connection solutions: One connection is catching on
In everyday business, the motto increasingly tends to be: faster, more precise and more cost efficient.
Therefore, a continuous value-added process is essential. Weidmüller supports this with an end-to-end, safe and
convenient connection solution using PUSH IN connection technology. PUSH IN is the state-of-the-art connection
solution that offers maximum efficiency – from planning through to installation and maintenance. The PUSH IN
technology makes many tasks in the field of electrical...
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09/30/2020
Failsafe position measurement with digital interfaces
Wherever additional safety is required in an application or machine availability and technical function security
need to be significantly increased, redundant systems offer significant advantages. This applies as well to the
BTL7 multiple redundant magnetostrictive linear position sensors from Balluff. These are available with the two
digital interfaces SSI and start/top.
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09/30/2020
7/8" connectors with wire cross section of 2.5 mm²
For many years, circular 7/8" connectors have been available for the requirements of the American market.
In addition to overmoulded cable connectors, the CONEC product portfolio also includes
field-attachable-connectors as well as flange connectors with strands or for direct PCB assembly.
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09/30/2020
Webinar Series Industrial Wireless Solutions for Automation
Stable, highly available and secure: the demands on industrial wireless solutions are high. By participating in
the Webinar series, you will benefit from the core competence of Schildknecht AG in the field of industrial
radio data transmission. All webinars last 30 to 45 minutes and then offer a question and answer session of
approx. 15 minutes.
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09/30/2020
Selecting a servo drive or stepper motor
Selecting the right linear or rotary servo and stepper motor for the target application is not easy and requires
an analysis of the application, the required motor specifications and the motion profile requirements. The
article has been compiled by Dynetics GmbH on the occasion of the launch of Digitax SF, the new generation of
servo drives and motors from Nidec Control Technics.
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09/02/2020
Powerful Embedded GPU Computer for Machine Vision Applications
Given the explosive growth of machine vision, Cincoze, as a professional manufacturer of embedded systems, has
expanded its embedded GPU computing product line. The newly launched GM-1000, a rugged embedded computer with
embedded MXM GPU, is ideal for equipment manufacturers, system integrators, AOI providers, and automation
specialists.
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09/02/2020
New robot controller from KUKA
The heart of every robot is its controller – and KUKA robots are receiving an impressive update in this area:
future-compatible hardware and smart software ensure extremely efficient performance and maximum
cost-effectiveness in the new KR C5 robot controller.
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09/02/2020
Update for runner block and guide rail configurator
Thanks to the new design, links to the warehouse and numerous functional updates of the configurator from Bosch
Rexroth, users can now reach their goal even more quickly.
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09/02/2020
Ethernet-Safety-I/O-Modules in IP67
Turck is expanding its portfolio of safety I/O components with the TBPN and TBIP block I/O modules for Profisafe
and CIP Safety respectively. The robust IP67 modules provide safety input and output signals directly from the
field to the safety controller.
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09/02/2020
Acceleration with 20 times the computing power and A100 GPUs
Bressner Technology introduces the PCIe Gen4 expansion system from One Stop Systems (OSS) in Europe. The 19-inch
OSS 4UV PCIe "Value System" fully supports NVIDIA A100 Tensor Core GPUs and can increase the computing
power by up to 20 times compared to the previous generation.
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09/02/2020
Wind power and species protection go hand in hand
Climate change requires a rapid rethinking of energy policy worldwide. Renewable energy plays an important role
in this context. In Germany, power generation with wind turbines is a key component of the turnaround in energy
policy. However, critics fear that the expansion of wind farms will be at the expense of nature. With a solution
based on embedded computing technology from Kontron, Fleximaus GmbH is building a bridge between wind power and
species conservation.
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09/02/2020
New generation of pressure sensors with display and IO-Link connection
IO-Link capable sensors for hydraulics, coolant and lubricant and pneumatics monitoring are the future. They are
simple to install and configure. Balluff now introduces a new generation of their pressure sensors with display.
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09/02/2020
Robust IP67 D-SUB connectors
For industrial use in harsh environments, connector systems are needed that meet special requirements. The CONEC
range includes a wide variety of IP67 D-SUB connectors and corresponding protective hoods.
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