Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Factory Automation",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Low-cost mini PLC suits low-end users from
Bosch Rexroth - Electric Drives and Controls, which we summarised at the time by saying "Installation costs for Rexroth's IndraControl L20 are reduced significantly because of simple DIN-rail mounting and flexible multilead connection
technology".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Heavy-duty panel PC resists dust and water from
Impulse: "The APC-9172 panel PC can accommodate a Core 2 Duo Processor, supporting FSB up to 400/533/667MHz".
In January 2008, we covered the news from ITT Electronic Components
concerning its Cm2 series
- take a look at Servomotor connectors save more space
which says: "Replacing two circular connectors, the robust Cm2 series of low-voltage connectors are ideal for small servomotors in applications where space is at a premium".
Take a look also at the news release from HMK Automation and Drives, Website provides detailed drive information,
as well as Compact servomotor connectors from ITT Electronic Components,
and Australia beckons for Turck from Turck.
See also:
Low-profile connectors link small servos
(December 2007)
Connectors provide maximum power in a minimum size package featuring 50% less weight than conventional circular connectors
Optical encoders elevate performance in lifts
(November 2007)
The IH950 and IH103 are available in any resolution up to a maximum of 50,000pulse/rev
Compact minidrive is intelligent choice
(November 2007)
Miniature drive embeds motion controller, drive and PLC functionalities in the same compact unit and controls brushless, step, DC or linear motors up to 25W
Dynamic modelling adds a new dimension
(November 2007)
Chikuma Seiki was looking for a 3D product development platform that would allow immediate response to customer-driven requirement changes
Panel PC fits in tight spaces
(November 2007)
Aaeon's AOP-8060XT panel PC is designed for entertainment, kiosk, vending machine and machine control panel or factory automation applications
Ethernet use continues to spread
(October 2007)
A number of the traditional industrial device networks have passed the very significant milestones of ten years of service and millions of nodes installed
Ultrasonic sensors measure distances
(October 2007)
The MassaSonic M-300/150 and M-300/95 provide precision, noncontact distance measurement for factory automation or industrial process control
Flat monitors suit industrial applications
(September 2007)
Nematron M-series industrial flat panel monitors have a compact profile, making them ideal for installation in harsh environments for factory automation and demanding commercial applications
26 and 28-pin connectors provide power and signals
(August 2007)
Turck M27 connectors are rated for 150V and 5A and can handle up to 18 AWG wires
Cables survive 10 million flexes
(August 2007)
DataCell Field CC-Link cables are available as standard network cable and network cable with a power pair
Slides offer precise motion
(August 2007)
Kerk Motion Products' RGSW and RGSWX slides offer precision motion in a convenient package
CAD systems speeds component choice
(July 2007)
Misumi is gradually increasing its part contribution to DTI machine builds, primarily in linear shafts, locating pins, rollers and stop pins as well as stop blocks
Signal conditioning modules reduce signal wiring
(July 2007)
Jumpflex 857 signal conditioning and relay modules offer a system approach to signal switching and conditioning
Heavy duty monitors suit industrial applications
(July 2007)
AutomationDirect's Atlas LCD colour monitors are equipped with 100-240V AC input power supplies and NEMA 4/4X/12 panel-mountable front bezels
Ultrasonic sensors measure distances precisely
(July 2007)
The M-300 ultrasonic sensors offer affordability while providing extraordinary ease of operation and can be set up without using a target
GigE camera versions released
(June 2007)
Firstsight Vision GigE A10, A70 and M9 cameras allow up to 10 sets of shutter gain, offset, and ROI size to be stored and applied on a frame-by-frame basis
Operator panel is easy to read
(June 2007)
The AOP-8070 operator panel adopts a Marvell Xscale processor that is specially designed to serve as a human machine interface (HMI)
Interface company provides day-long course
(June 2007)
ASi-tech was a day-long event held at Old Trafford focussed on AS-Interface networking technology for actuators and sensors
Italian drives acquisition announced
(June 2007)
Mitsubishi is striving to double its share of the European Industrial Automation market and has acquired Italian drives specialist SCS
Fieldbus integration work continues
(May 2007)
Fieldbus Integration has started work on integrating the HART and FF communication systems for process automation
Company purchases automation assets
(May 2007)
Belden hopes its purchase of Lumberg Automation Components' assets will improve its growth in the industrial market
Virtual tool shop provides new options
(April 2007)
Misumi USA caters to custom manufacturers with an online part catalogue powered by 3D PartStream.NET
Servo control modules squeezed into compact units
(April 2007)
Technosoft's ISCM4805 / ISCM8005 Intelligent Servo Control Modules are particularly adapted for distributed and co-ordinated control of brushless, DC, linear or step motors up to 240W, 80V
Vision sensor software updated
(April 2007)
Cognex In-Sight Explorer software 3.4 makes it easier than ever to connect In-Sight vision sensors to industrial Ethernet via Profinet
Motion controller suits single-axis applications
(April 2007)
ORMEC's new single-axis ServoWire Motion and Logic Controller (SMLC-SA) integrates high-performance drive technology with open IEC61131-3 programming capabilities
Faster installation at lower cost.
(April 2007)
Satech modular perimeter guarding system from Procter Machine Guarding is quick and easy to install
Guarding system offers easy installation
(April 2007)
Satech guarding is viable as a DIY guarding system that can be installed by any competent maintenance department, team of fitters or subcontractors at a rate of around 50m per day
Acquisition enhances industrial connectivity
(April 2007)
Belden has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase the assets of Lumberg Automation Components and related entities for an undisclosed cash price
New ISA standard agreed
(April 2007)
At a recent ISA-SP100.11a working group meeting in Karlsruhe, Germany, 60 attendees unanimously approved the scope and systems architecture of Release 1 of the draft standard
Device enables remote industrial supervision
(March 2007)
GAM, the new GSM AlarmModem, distributed in the UK by MAC Solution enables users to remotely supervise and control a range of industrial and building equipment
Distribution deal provides access to Irish market
(March 2007)
Vipa has appointed two new distributors to provide complete sales and support for its growing interests in the buoyant high-tech Irish manufacturing industry
Hybrid actuator puts air over electric
(March 2007)
Patented solution delivers the speed, accuracy and repeatability of electronic actuators but with the force capability of pneumatics
Failsafe devices improve factory automation
(March 2007)
The new S7-300 CPU 319F is designed for top-performance applications requiring safety-related functions in standard and special mechanical equipment manufacture
Pick and place installation completed
(March 2007)
A Japanese company was supplied with a completely pre-assembled, individual parts handling solution by SMAC