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Updated 2024-05-06 02:30
Hardy Process Solutions introduces Hardy HI 6200 PROFINET weight processor
At 2 inches wide and 3 inches high (40 sq. cm), the HI 6200 series are designed for machine level integration in process skids or manufacturing equipment. A color TFT display provides operations and measurements and instrument status.
Fujitsu Components introduces FWM7RAZ01 24GHz Doppler radar sensor
The FWM7RAZ01 supports IF (I/Q) output signals from 1Hz to 1 MHz enabling it to detect movement speeds from 6mm-per-second to 6km-per-second, within a 30-meter range.
KPM Analytics announces Brian Mitchell as Chief Executive Officer
Mitchell holds a BS in Chemistry from Bridgewater State University and has spent his career leading global technology businesses in the semiconductor, optics and analytical sciences industries.
The Robots Are Coming: Are your employees ready?
By Mark Howard, EU AutomationAs more sectors embrace manufacturing’s robotic revolution, it raises more questions about how to correctly deploy the technology. This article discusses three crucial steps to alleviating human resistance to robot deployment.
Leybold announces Pumpfinder and LEYCALC online tools
With these web-based tools, users can select and build their vacuum solutions online. They are designed to be used for two different use cases: Users with vacuum know-how can use LEYCALC to calculate the behavior and performance of vacuum systems in detail. The Pump Finder guides beginners to suitable products by a questionnaire.
Balluff introduces BOH00EZ wafer mapping sensor
Based on photoelectric Micromote technology, it features an LED sensor in a sensor head measuring 2.4 x 1.5 x 7 mm. Especially designed for use with thin end effectors, it features a controlled and focused light spot, allowing it to detect wafers a few μm thick.
Moticont introduces XYZ-10 three axis XYZ linear actuator
The brushless voice coil motors provide 6.3 lbs (28.2 N) of force and peak forces of 20.0 lbs (89.9 N) at a 10% duty cycle for the X and Y axes. The Z axis linear actuator has a continuous force of 21.2 oz (5.9 N) and 67.0 oz (18.6 N) peak force.
AutomationDirect introduces NITRA L-Series rodless cylinders
All sizes of NITRA rodless cylinders have magnetic pistons and are double-acting. The cylinders have front and rear adjustable cushions and tapped end caps for mounting.
Nordson introduces PROGENY plasma treatment system
The PROGENY system provides plasma treatment at 13.56 MHz and accommodates all the common gases, like oxygen, nitrogen, and argon, with high process reproducibility and uniformity.
H2W Technologies introduces SRT-030/360-026-01 two axis X-Theta positioning system
The linear axis uses a H2W brushless linear motor BLDM-C08 to generate a continuous force of 26 lb [115.5 N] and a peak force of 78 lb [347 N] with a stroke length of 30 in [768 mm].
Rotork actuators help German town enhance water delivery
Stadtwerke Lohr am Main has been supplied with 39 GT pneumatic piston actuators and 13 CK modular electric actuators to be used at two municipal water works which supply the town of Lohr am Main, in Bavaria, and surrounding areas.
Emerson introduces Plantweb Insight Inline Corrosion application
The Plantweb Insight Inline Corrosion application delivers field data from Roxar wireless corrosion transmitters, providing insight into instrument health and process corrosivity.
AutomationDirect announces DW Series of inductive proximity sensors
These DC-powered (10-30V or 15-30V) threaded-barrel sensors are IP67 rated and are available with 2m pigtail cable or quick-disconnect.
Taking an Incremental, Multi-Stage Approach When Upgrading Aging DCS Systems
By Stephen Armstrong, Freelance Industrial WriterWith some DCS systems now decades old, system users often know they need to upgrade but find the task daunting given the cost and potential for disruption of operations while the new system is brought online.
SPECTRO Analytical Instruments introduces 8th generation of SPECTROMAXx with iCAL 2.0 ARC/SPARK OES Analyzer
The SPECTROMAXx is an OES line with more than 13,000 installations. The newest generation instrument features a more intelligent elemental analysis of incoming source materials, for in-process testing and traceability, and for final quality inspection.
StratEdge announces Reginald (Regi) Nocom joins company as process engineer
Nocom comes to StratEdge from Samtec, where he served as a research and development process engineer. He is certified in Six Sigma Green Belt training, has 5S and RETC semiconductor training, and has developed numerous manufacturing tools and processes.
Clippard introduces Eclipse proportional isolation valves
The Eclipse is suitable for critical applications for liquid and gas delivery, medical, analytical and industrial automation requiring fine resolution and repeatability. In addition, the design allows for custom flow profiles.
Acromag introduces TT351 load cell and strain gauge signal conditioners
Capabilities let users fine tune scaling of I/O signals, adjust excitation levels, and calibrate the bridge. Universal output supports six ranges including 4-20mA, 0-10V and ±10V. Flexible power accepts a 9-32V DC supply at the terminals and a rail power bus option can supply multiple units from a single connection or establish redundant power.
The World Market for Gas Flow Measurement - 4th Ed.
By Flow ResearchThe World Market for Gas Flow Measurement examines the gas flow measurement market on both a worldwide and regional basis. It covers each flow technology used for gas flow measurement.
Kaman Precision Products introduces SC-2440 analog output displacement sensor
The SC-2440 is unique in that the temperature of the sensor is continuously monitored, and the circuit provides a voltage output of 0.5 to 1.2 VDC from 0 to 70° C.
AutomationDirect announces ProSense FG1 Series mechanical variable area flow meters
FG1 series flow meters are available with 1/2", 3/4" or 1" NPT process connections and have easy-to-read flow scales in both gallons per minute (GPM) and liters per minute (LPM).
Bacharach introduces Monoxor XR hand-held exhaust gas analyzer
The Monoxor XR is an instrument for verifying worker safety and achieving compliance with OSHA air quality regulations. It can also be used for engine tuning and diagnostics. The Monoxor XR provides visual and audible alarming for instant alerting of personnel to dangerous CO levels.
ControlAir announces CA2022/2023 Electro-Pneumatic Valve Positioner
The Electro-Pneumatic Valve Positioner mounted with ControlAir’s Type 950 Explosion-proof I/P Transducer is CSA, FM, and ATEX approved for use with natural gas.
ISA95 In the IoT & Digitalization Era
By Bill Lydon, Automation.comThe ANSI/ISA95 standard, generally referred to as ISA95, is an important tool for digitalization. It provides the framework, modeling, and vendor independent common information models which can be applied in any manufacturing or process industry production architecture.
NK Technologies announces Motors and Pumps Tech Guide
The handbook is resource for learning the basics about current sensing theory, current transducers and switches, and choosing a solution for an application.
Ainstein announces WAYV family of radar-based sensors
Ainstein’s WAYV IoT family features short-, mid-, and long-range sensors. These sensors enable users to track and analyze the flow of pedestrians and vehicles in a variety of situations.
Electromate announces POSITAL 22 mm multi-turn kit encoder
The 22 mm kits cover a multi-turn measurement range and provide digital output. They offer 17-bit electronic resolution and a multi-turn measurement range of up to 32 bits.
CARLO GAVAZZI announces MC36C Series of magnetically-coded REED safety magnetic sensors
The MC36C Series of magnetically-coded REED safety magnetic sensors are a solution to monitor the position of sliding, hinged and removable safety guards, especially in dirty and dusty environments.
Yokogawa Electric announces strategic alliance framework with SABIC
Under this alliance agreement, Yokogawa will promote localization in Saudi Arabia, and its integrated control systems and safety instrumented systems will be preferentially selected for plants operated by SABIC in the Middle East and Asia-Pacific regions.
Endress+Hauser Memosens CPS47D, CPS77D and CPS97DISFET pH sensors
ISFET Memosens CPS47D and CPS77D sensors are equipped to meet the demands of hygienic applications. They deliver stable and reproducible measured values, even after sterilization and autoclaving up to temperatures of 275 °F (135 °C); come with the usual hygienic approvals for the food and life sciences industries, such as USP, EHEDG and 3A; and are TSE/BSE-free.
FacilityConneX announces 3.5.0 solution for intelligent alerting
The 3.5.0 solution extends the capabilities of the VOICE Browser and offers new LIVE KPI components and deployment tools including the QuickConneX 2.0.
What’s That in SCADA Claus’ Sack?
By Sean Robinson, Novotek UK and IrelandAs with most manufacturers, much of the success comes from choosing the right tools for the job. So, what will be on your industrial wish list this Christmas?
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces R2300 multi-layer scanner for 3-D object detection
The R2300, with a height of 58 millimeters, is a 3-D LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) sensor for optical angle and distance measurement in stationary and mobile applications.
Modernizing Non-Technical Industries with Low Power Wide Area IoT Connectivity Services
By Ken Lynch, SenetWhether it is delivering propane for residential heat, optimizing industrial operations, reducing energy consumption in cities or reducing water loss through smart metering and water management solutions, an entire ecosystem of partners has the opportunity to provide limitless societal and economic benefit, delivering on the ultimate promise of the Internet of Things.
SAKOR Technologies announces series of dynamometer systems
The SAKOR units can be used test from two to eight pole motors ranging from 10 watts to more than 3 megawatts.
PEAK-System introduces PCAN-MicroMod FD I/O module
The devices offer peripherals in variants for specific requirements. The data exchange is done via CAN FD, which is downward compatible to classic CAN 2.0.
Opto 22 announces GRV-CCANI-2 and GRV-ITM-12 modules for groov EPIC platform
GRV-CCANI-2 (serial communication, 2 channels, CAN 2.0B, channel-to-channel isolation) is the first module in the groov EPIC platform to provide hardware support for an industrial field bus. GRV-ITM-12 (analog input, 12 channels, thermocouple or millivolt) provides a temperature sensing option with two isolated zones and 6 channels per zone.
Nanotechnology and the Future of Manufacturing
By Mark Howard, EU AutomationNanotechnology involves the manipulation of matter on the atomic and molecular scale —structures between one and 100 nanometres in size. This article discusses three exciting applications of nanotechnology in manufacturing.
Emerson announces two IIoT applications for Plantweb Insight data analytics platform
The Plantweb Insight Network Management application provides continuous, centralized monitoring of WirelessHART networks. The Plantweb Insight Power Module Management application drills down to the device level, allowing facilities to keep their wireless devices appropriately powered so they can continuously transmit key monitoring data.
ARC Advisory Group Report: ABB leads DCS market for 20th consecutive year
According to the report, ABB’s presence in many end-user industries was a major factor in this success. The DCS market saw its main growth in oil & gas, chemicals and refining, where also ABB has a strong footprint.
igus introduces CF880/CF881 and CF890/CF891 control cables
The cables are up to 20 percent thinner than previous models, have a tested service life of five million cycles and come with a 36-month guarantee.
Litum IoT helps Ferrero Group enhance worker tracking
Ferrero needed a way to confirm that all its employees could be safely accounted when an emergency evacuation was underway.
Reliable Controls announces SMART-Sensor with VOC Sensor
SMART-Sensor devices can be ordered with a volatile organic compound sensor that provides relevant air quality measurement for the comfort and health of building occupants.
EXAIR introduces 1/8 NPT siphon fed spray nozzles
With EXAIR’s siphon fed atomizing nozzles, users can coat, lubricate, cool, treat and paint a variety of products using compressed air and liquids with a viscosity of up to 200 centipoise. Used with water, atomizing nozzles are a way to evenly cool hot items in an automated process.
Creoptix announces appointment of Line Stigen Raquet as Chief Executive Officer
Line Stigen Raquet joins Creoptix from Mettler Toledo, where she has most recently served as Vice President of Business Development Life Sciences.
EXNER introduces EXspect 271 NIR backscatter sensor
It is suitable for determining medium to high turbidity values in a large number of applications, especially in the field of the food and beverage industry. The cleaning and sterilisation by means of CIP and SIP procedures are of course possible.
Seeq announces achievement of Amazon Web Services (AWS) Industrial Software Competency status
To receive the AWS Industrial Software Competency designation, APN Partners undergo rigorous AWS technical validation related to industry specific technology as well as an assessment of the security, performance, and reliability of their solute
Texas A&M University 75th Annual Instrumentation & Automation Symposium
The Instrumentation and Automation Symposium for the Process Industries, now in its 75th year, continues to educate professionals and students. The Symposium focuses on current critical areas in instrumentation and automation.
Analytical Systems Keco introduces Series 150-Lab H2S Analyzer
Used in inspection labs, gas terminals, the food and beverage industry and refineries, the Series 150-Lab H2S Analyzer is capable of precision gas measurement in the low, single-digit PPB to high PPM levels.
Novotechnik introduces Vert-X 1600 series of sensors
Vert-X 1600 series sensors convert rotational angle into an analog or digital output. Measurement range is 0 to 360° with 14-bit resolution and repeatability of 0.1°. Available analog outputs are 10 to 90% of supply voltage and 5 to 95% of supply voltage. Digital interface options include SPI and PWM.
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