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Multi-Contact added new module to its CombiTac modular connector system
Multi-Contact is expanding its modular connector system CombiTac with the Last Mate First Break module CT-LMFB. The new module was presented for the first time at SPS IPC Drives in Nuremberg. CT-LMFB […]

Eaton expands its Bussmann series with new modular fuse holders and cylindrical gR fuses
Eaton has added a range of modular fuse holders (MFH) and high-speed cylindrical gR fuses to its Bussmann series. The new products enhance the power management company’s portfolio of complementary circuit protection […]

KUKA LBR iiwa helps automate ARBURG’s additive manufacturing system
In the age of Industry 4.0, “smart factories” are developing at an unprecedented rate. Nowadays, automated, networked and variable production lines are in high demand as companies aim to respond quickly and […]

Epson’s TFT Controller shield board now compatible with mbedTM platform
Within its strategy to focus on reference design activity, Epson announces the possibility to use the S5U13781R01C100 TFT Controller shield board with mbedTM compatible platforms. mbedTM is a well-known software platform for […]

Pepperl+Fuchs’ new BULLET WirelessHART adapter optimized for explosion hazardous areas
Pepperl+Fuchs extends its WirelessHART portfolio with the “BULLET”. This loop-powered WirelessHART adapter enables new and existing wired 4 mA … 20 mA and HART field devices to communicate measurement, diagnostic, and parameterization […]

AGILLOX introduces its new AGX TP14 Tablet PC for ATEX zone 1
Waterproof Humidity can’t really bother the AGX TP14. It’s a waterproof tablet that can be immersed in water at 1.2 meters depth, even for 40 minutes. This opens numerous possibilities in the […]

Rockwell Automation releases new FactoryTalk VantagePoint software
For manufacturers, making swift use of big data just got easier. The addition of import and configure mobile-based work flows in the FactoryTalk VantagePoint enterprise manufacturing intelligence (EMI) v7.0 software from Rockwell […]

Moog to install its Electric Motion Base for H145 helicopter pilot training
Moog Industrial Group has been selected by Reiser to provide an Electric Motion Base, the vibration platform, control loading system and software to support the training of H145 pilots on a Helicopter […]

Beckhoff presented its solutions for EtherCAT P technology
EtherCAT P integrates the EtherCAT Industrial Ethernet protocol and peripheral voltage into one cable. In addition, EtherCAT P enables the direct forwarding of a power supply via the devices. The combination of […]

Eaton releases its new DE11 variable speed starter
Eaton is expanding its range of PowerXL DE1 variable speed starters with the DE11. In addition to providing the Modbus interface as standard and the option for SmartWire DT, the new product […]

Multi-Contact’s new CombiTac 10 Gbit module enable CAT6A high speed Ethernet capability
Swiss connector specialists Multi-Contact has added a 10 Gbit module to the CombiTac modular connector system for CAT6A high speed Ethernet communication. CombiTac combines power up to 300A, signal, thermocouple, coaxial, fiber […]

Multi-Contact’s new primary circuit connectors designed for nominal voltage of 1000 V
The TSB150 and TSS150 primary circuit connectors from Multi-Contact have been equipped for a nominal voltage of 1000 V AC at 180 A. These power specifications bring the connectors in line with […]

DEHN demonstrated its solutions for Industrial Internet of Things
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) – Networking, integration and automation beyond the limits of a process requires permanent availability of energy and a continuous flow of information. Measurement and control as well […]

Fujifilm’s Jet Press 720S now able to handle folding carton applications
Fujifilm announces that it’s successful B2 inkjet digital press, the Jet Press 720S, can now be configured to handle folding carton applications. The Jet Press 720S configured for folding carton applications benefits […]

Pilz automation system PSS 4000 from changing safe user programs on the fly
The function “non-persistent online change” now means that individual changes in user programs can be transferred to the control system. Pilz is making this function available in the automation system PSS 4000 […]