KUKA robots sort up to 3,000 blood samples per day
LT Automation and Intelligent Systems have developed a robotic system with transport boxes for automatically
checking and sorting blood samples at Aalborg University Hospital.
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New integrated measuring system for handling applications
With its sensor system completely integrated in the ball runner block, the new IMScompact integrated measuring
system from Bosch Rexroth determines the exact position with a high repetition accuracy of ± 1 μm. IMScompact
enhances the range of linear guides with integrated measuring systems from size 15, making the measuring system
for ball rail systems a compact and cost-effective extension for smaller machines.
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Interesting facts about precision ball screws
Ball screws are the most widely used threaded spindles in industrial and precision machinery. Dynetics informs
in this article what one should know about this component of linear technology.
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Process visualization in the food and pharmaceutical industry
Operating units for hygienically sensitive production areas must meet high requirements with regard to
cleanability and disinfectability. The Panel PC FlatClient HYG developed by Kontron and the monitor variant
FlatView HYG as a display and operating unit can be used in machine control, as process visualization and in
quality control.
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With intelligent sensors to smart production
"Sensor No. 3412, x-axis end position, detected a constantly approaching axis. Please check the bump stop!"
This is something like how messages from the machines to the maintenance crews could look in the future. The
ingenious part of it: the components detect changing conditions and report them automatically – without any
additional programming effort. Simple IIoT! The prerequisite are open standards and platforms that Balluff is
actively engaged in developing right now.
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Connectors for harsh environments
No matter whether tractors, excavators or heavy construction machinery, the IVCM (Industrial Vehicles and
Construction Machines) segment places high demands on connectors. The CONEC overmolded DT valve and VSS
Superseal connector series offer optimum protection even in harsh environments such as underground mining, at
low temperatures or in dusty, hot conditions.
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ProGlove enables TTI Europe saving more than 10 hours per day
The ProGlove smart glove scanner has been in use for a number of years at TTI Europe, based in Maisach near
Munich. Since deploying the ProGlove barcode scanners, the electronics distributor has unlocked multiple
productivity efficiencies through its ergonomic handling, reliability and robust industrial design. Overall, the
time saved due to the introduction of streamlined barcode scanning exceeds ten hours per day.
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Linear and rotating servo motors with high degree of efficiency
The distributor Dynetics has specialized in solutions for mechatronic applications in the industrial and
consumer sector. No matter whether AC, servo or DC technology, rotating or linear – there is a suitable drive
for almost every application. The motor range covers a wide variety of industrial applications, for example in
the semiconductor, packaging, printing and textile machinery industries – in other words, wherever speed,
precision and...
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Self-sufficient controller for small and medium-scale automation tasks
Local, stand-alone controllers offer benefits compared to central solutions in a wide range of different
applications: They reduce system-wide data traffic, are resistant to interferences within the network, make
troubleshooting easier and are very well suited to being combined with manual processes. Weidmüller's u-control
2000 web controller offers all these benefits and is based on open web technologies.
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Digitization of existing machines with Easy Tool-ID 2.0
Tool identification using Balluff Industrial RFID increases production efficiency, as it makes incorrect tool
allocation or missing tools a thing of the past. This enables optimizing the service time utilization of the
tools. In addition, scrap and rework due to excessive use of tools are virtually eliminated.
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Integrating IO-Link Devices in Profinet
Profinet devices can be integrated into the engineering systems of controllers using their description files. In
this way, all devices and parameters of controller networks can be created, maintained from a single system and
saved. The system does not allow this in-depth integration for IO-Link devices.
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M12 Connectors with bayonet quick locking
The CONEC series of connectors with bayonet quick locking system allows safe and quick locking even in areas
that are difficult to reach and not visible. With the three-point bayonet locking, it is possible to lock the
connection by hand with a 90° turn. You get a direct tactile and acoustic feedback as soon as the connector is
locked.
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Web-based visualization system for industrial operator control and monitoring
The completely new developed visualization system Simatic WinCC Unified, which is based on native web
technologies, initially consists of the visualization software Simatic WinCC Unified and the new generation of
HMI operator panels Simatic HMI Unified Comfort Panels. The new system provides the user with a solution for HMI
and SCADA applications, and in the future also for Industrial Edge, Cloud and Augmented Reality scenarios.
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The easy way to Smart HMI: Touchpanel with Object Graphics for installation
Modifying objects, rotating, grouping and zooming the screen can now all be done using the new intelligent
display modules. The new EA uniTFT product family was designed by ELECTRONIC ASSEMBLY. Design engineers and
systems integrators benefit from considerably shorter development times and gain significantly more flexibility.
As a result, the modules open up a whole range of designing Smart HMIs.
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Convertible Display System: One Hardware for Everything
Different industrial PC hardware increases the administrative costs. The more applications that can be
implemented on one hardware platform, the better. With the Convertible Display System (CDS), CINCOZE offers an
one-for-all solution that allows hardware consolidation and flexibility.
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Ultra-flat, transparent, fascinating: OLED touch monitor as interactive showcase
The Radiant Touch (distributed by Printec-DS Keyboard) is one of the most innovative touch monitors currently
available. With a transparency of 38 percent, viewers can see both, the real objects behind the display and the
digital information on the screen perfectly.
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Ready-to-use Condition Monitoring System
Plug-and-play from sensor to data dashboard. Condition monitoring (CM) has long been known as a method for
ensuring high availability of machines and plants by means of remote monitoring of parameters relevant to the
operations. CM is increasingly becoming a key component of industry 4.0 business models. An example is the CM
solution designed by Schildknecht AG, for radio data transmission and IIoT solutions.
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Mix it, Toni! Fully automatic bar system with rooftop bartender robot
Ice cubes. A shot of rum. Stir in the cola. Preferably add a slice of lime. And voilà: the Cuba Libre is ready.
But on the rooftop terrace of the TownHouse Duomo Hotel in Milan, the drink is not mixed by a bartender, but
rather by a robot. With “Toni”, a KUKA robot from the KR AGILUS series, visitors can order their drink via app –
and then enjoy it freshly prepared a few minutes later. “Toni” merely has a few problems with the small talk.
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M12x1 connectors with colored plastic coupling elements
CONEC has expanded its product portfolio of overmolded M12x1 connectors to include versions with colored plastic
coupling elements. The connectors are suitable for applications in the industrial, chemical and food sectors as
well as in agricultural, construction machinery and municipal technology.
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Ultra-compact weighing electronics for maximum precision
Siwarex WP351 is Siemens’ newest solution for intelligent weighing automation. Measuring 20 millimeters width by
65 millimeters height, the module is one of the smallest weighing electronics units available.
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Hardware on trend topics such as high-performance computing, mobile outdoor computers and wireless IoT
With more than 1,100 exhibitors, embedded world takes place annually in Nuremberg and is one of the most
important trade fairs for embedded hardware and presents the latest developments in this segment. As a
specialized manufacturer and value-added distributor for industrial IT, hardware and software, BRESSNER
Technology will present a wide range of innovative embedded hardware in hall 1, booth 341.
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Magnetic encoder system with Drive-Cliq interface
The BML absolute magnetic encoder in the SGA series stands out in any application where high absolute accuracy
of position and end-of-travel is required. Comprehensive diagnostics functions ensure reliable operation and
more efficient maintenance. With its Drive-Cliq interface the Balluff measuring system can also be perfectly
integrated into Siemens controller environments. Siemens has certified the system accordingly.
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Cutting-edge power management for the industry
Fully networked systems with intelligent sensors and actuators place extremely high demands on the power supply.
Applications in the manufacturing industry, process engineering or wind farms all have one thing in common: they
need a reliable power supply for their controllers, sensors and actuators. To meet this need Weidmüller has
developed modular, communication-enabled power management solutions in a range of performance classes.
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NPM Commander Controller and Universal Arcus Driver Module
The ARCUS TITAN-SVX-CR (distributed by Dynetics) is a hybrid IC version of the TITAN servo motor technology in a
compact package with innovative motion analytics – ideal for customized OEM applications. Together with NPM's
Commander Hybrid Module, compact motion control solutions up to four axes are possible.
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