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Editor's Pick
Extending the Service Life of Electric Motors with HELUKABEL
When operating electric motors with frequency converters, undesirable bearing currents often occur that can significantly impact the service life of the rolling contact bearings. Bearing currents occur mainly in drives where the speed is changed with the help of a frequency converter and can cause considerable damage to the bearings. Scientists at TU Darmstadt have investigated these bearing currents - and found out that they can be reduced in some cases with the help of screened motor supply cables. Read More |
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Featured Article
How Do Hydrogen Engines Work? Cummins Explains
Hydrogen is an increasingly popular energy carrier. It can be readily produced from water using renewable electricity, and it burns without any greenhouse gas emissions. It is colorless, odorless, and does not spill. It’s no wonder there is a great interest in hydrogen engines as a part of destination zero. In this article, Cummins explains how hydrogen fuel can power a vehicle by comparing the similarities and differences between hydrogen and diesel and gas... Read More |
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Marine Vessel Operators Use VFD Controlled Electric Bow Thruster Systems
Marine vessel operators are increasingly commissioning electrically powered and controlled bow thrusters as an energy-efficient and environmentally safer alternative to hydraulic-based systems on boats. With 100 per cent more efficiency and little or no environmental hazards such as oil or other contaminants leaking from hydraulic lines, it has become cost-effective to build new or retrofit electric thrusters controlled by variable frequency drives. Read More |
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Product News
Rockwell Automation Introduces New On-Machine Drives
Rockwell Automation, Inc., one of the world’s largest companies dedicated to industrial automation and digital transformation, recently announced the release of its new Allen-Bradley Armor PowerFlex AC variable frequency drives for industrial motor control applications. The on-machine drives provide quicker installation, simple commissioning and predictive maintenance. As an on-machine solution, Armor PowerFlex... Read More |
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Introducing Gems' New RLI Series Non-Contact Radar Level Sensor
Available in a compact design constructed from chemically inert PVDF material, the RLI Series Non-Contact Radar Sensor features models that work in tanks up to 49.21’ (15 m) deep! Its simplified programming and setup via Bluetooth® connection make installation quick and easy. In addition, it can run diagnostics to view signal strength and tank obstructions. Learn more about Radar Technology and its benefits over other sensing technologies. Read More |
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Product News
Motor Feedback Systems Rotary HIPERFACE® STS from SICK
The trend toward highly dynamic drive systems has clearly strengthened in recent years. The STS absolute motor feedback system ensures maximum flexibility and precision when measuring the position and speed of hollow shaft motors and direct drives. The non-contact magnetic measurement principle works without causing wear. A scalable measurement system, the STS adapts to different hollow shaft diameters of the application. In addition, the STS... Read More |
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Kollmorgen's New Generation of Robot-Ready Frameless Servo Motors
Kollmorgen, a global leader in motion control systems, recently announced the new TBM2G series of frameless servo motors, introducing features that simplify the design of collaborative, surgical, aerospace and defense and other robots while delivering optimal performance in a lighter, more compact package. These new motors will complement Kollmorgen’s existing TBM and KBM series of frameless motors. Resulting from several years of research... Read More |
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Peers & Profiles
FRABA Announces Sale of VITECTOR Business Unit to CEDES Group
FRABA’s CEO, Christian Leeser has announced the sale of FRABA’s VITECTOR business unit to CEDES, a Swiss technology company specializing in sensor systems for elevators, escalators, and industrial doors. “We see this as a win all around,” comments Leeser. “Combining the VITECTOR and CEDES product lines will give customers access to a full range of safety sensors for industrial doors. Moreover, merging the technology strengths of these organizations... Read More |
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Peers & Profiles
Littelfuse to Acquire C&K Switches
Littelfuse, Inc., an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world, recently announced it has entered into a definitive agreement with an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners, Inc. to acquire C&K Switches at an enterprise value of $540 million. Founded in 1928, C&K Switches is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance electromechanical switches and interconnect solutions with a strong... Read More |
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Product Focus
Control Element PIT oe Activatable USB Interface for Plant and Machinery
The activatable USB 2.0 host interface on the PIT oe USB enables tamper-proof import of programs and removal of data. A keyboard or mouse can also be connected. The USB port is activated via a 24 V signal; the "ready for operation" state is displayed via the LED ring. In combination with PITreader, activation is only possible with the appropriate permission, enabling access only to authorised personnel. When not in use, a cover protects the compact, robust... Read More |
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Panduit Launches the Improved PanMPO Fiber Connector
Panduit Corp. announces the launch of its improved PanMPO Fiber Connector, redesigned to include key new features for an improved in-field user experience. The connector now includes a narrower connector body and a new push-pull boot that allows for improved manageability in high-density installations. Additionally, a new pin extraction feature on the outer housing is used to change the gender/pinning of the connector. The alignment pins are... Read More |
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MELTRIC Announces New Product Release of DSN100 Plug and Receptacle
MELTRIC recently announced DSN100, a new 100 A plug and receptacle. This new model is a Switch-Rated, 100 A, 600 VAC plug and receptacle fitted with DECONTACTORTM technology for peak performance and user safety. MELTRIC’s DECONTACTORTM Technology allows their Switch-Rated plugs and receptacles to be safely connected and disconnected under full load, up to 200A and 100 hp, in wet or dry conditions. They combine the safety and functionality... Read More |
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AutomationDirect's New Gladiator GCB Molded Case Circuit Breakers
AutomationDirect has added Gladiator GCB series molded case circuit breakers to their lineup of circuit protection devices. Gladiator MCCBs are designed to reliably protect circuits and equipment from thermal overloads, short circuits, and ground faults. Available in two or three-pole configurations, these high-performance circuit breakers are offered in seven frame sizes up to 1200A with a selection of trip units and up to a 100kA interrupting capacity. Read More |
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International News
Control Techniques Is a Winner of the iF DESIGN AWARD 2022!
Control Techniques is a winner of this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD, the world-renowned design prize. The winning product Commander S and the Marshal app, won in the Product discipline of the Industry/Tools category. Organized each year in Germany by the iF International Forum Design GmbH, the iF DESIGN AWARD has been recognized as an arbiter of quality for excellent design since 1954. The iF Design brand is renowned worldwide for outstanding... Read More |
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Award-winning System - Murrelektronik's VARIO-X
Twin pack for Murrelektronik! The company has won two prestigious awards - the "Factory of the Future" award in the category "Best Equipment, Best System", presented at the "Advanced Factories Congress" in Barcelona and the Audience Award for Product of the Year in the "Communication & Networking" category, presented by "Computer & Automation" magazine - with its brand new "VARIO-X" automation system. Both awards recognize Murrelektronik's... Read More |
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Daily News
Digi-Key and Phoenix Contact to Host Data Connectors Webinar April 26
Digi-Key Electronics, which offers the world's largest selection of electronic components in stock for immediate shipment, will host a webinar in collaboration with Phoenix Contact on Tuesday, April 26, at 11 a.m. CDT (10 a.m. EST), titled "Connect. Network. Evolve. Phoenix Contact’s Data Connectors." The webinar will be presented by Guadalupe Chalas, Phoenix Contact senior marketing specialist with a focus on data products. The world is becoming more... Read More |
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ATMS May 10-11, 2022 at the Mississauga International Centre
ATMS brings together Aerospace, Automotive, and Defence OEMs, top tier suppliers, component manufacturers, services and solutions providers through our unique B2B forum. The event will feature one day of high level presentations, panel discussions, and technical workshops on the latest trends in Industry 4.0 and manufacturing technologies. On day 2, participants will get to meet face-to-face in-person or virtually through our service of pre-arranged... Read More |
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Ontario Launches First-Ever Hydrogen Strategy
The Ontario government has released its Low-Carbon Hydrogen Strategy to accelerate the development of the low-carbon hydrogen economy in the province that will create jobs and reduce emissions. The strategy will position Ontario as a clean manufacturing hub, ready to support new investments to produce clean steel, electric vehicles (EV), and the batteries that power them. Since taking office, the government has worked to make Ontario the best... Read More |
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Featured Video
Dynamic Hydronic Balancing: Valve and Pump Interaction in Commissioning Phase (Part 1)
Today we will continue to explore how to improve the performance of a hydronic system by maintaining a particular focus on the interaction between pumps and valves and especially what needs to be done, during the commissioning phase. The commissioning process mainly comprises the proper setup of the system pumps and the proper regulation or balancing of flow rates, before the heating or cooling system can be finally put into operation and handed over to the client, the owner of the building or its representative. Watch the video HERE. |
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