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Start with the news release Gefran expands vector inverter range from Gefran SIEI UK, which we summarised at the time by saying "Gefran has expanded its ADV200 line of high-performance, field-oriented control (FOC) vector inverters, adding three larger frame sizes with heavy duty overload power now available up to 1.2MW.". Several months prior to that, we featured the news release WEG adds IP54 capability to CFW-11 inverter from WEG Electric Motors (UK): "WEG has extended the application range of its benchmark CFW-11 variable-frequency inverter, with an IP54 variant of the highly successful plug-and-play drive. ".
 
In June 2009, we covered the news from IDEC Electronics - take a look at IDEC safety controller is easily configured which says: "IDEC has announced that its Safetyone FS1A safety controller can replace up to six safety relay modules with no programming.".
 
Take a look also at the news release from IFM Electronic, IFM introduces Smartline AC030S, as well as C4000 light curtain provides personnel safety from SICK (UK), and Mitsubishi reveals integrated safety relay from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems.
 

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Universal controller for vehicle hydraulics (November 2008)

The STW ESX is a freely programmable universal controller that is ideal for vehicle hydraulic systems.

Noncontact switches mix safety with practicality (April 2008)

SensaGuard's large sensing range and tolerance to misalignment combine to form a cost-effective solution that covers a wide range of industrial safety applications.

Input module enables on-machine safety (March 2008)

SafetyBus p input module saves costs for machine builders and system integrators as it can be installed directly on the machine.

Drives provide a smooth ride (February 2008)

The secure disable feature ensures when the secure disable input is disconnected, the drive will not operate the motor, even if combinations of components within the drive have failed.

Curtains protect fingers, hands and bodies (January 2008)

The Lightbarrier series of safety light curtains conform to IEC61496-1 and IEC61496-2 standards and are classified as Type 4 safety according to EN954-1.

Camera provides point of operation guarding (December 2007)

Safety camera promises a less costly and more flexible option than a light curtain for machine guarding applications.

Fieldbus provides secure communication (September 2007)

CC-Link Safety enables the communication of information relating to the operation of safety devices, such as emergency stops and light curtains, on production machinery.

Servo drive range completed early (August 2007)

Lenze 9400 servo drives offer safe stopping under power, safe jog and safety limited speed, meeting EN954-1 requirements.

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