Automation & Controls

Products • September 16, 2023

Remote Guidance Support

The headset works much like a smartphone. It communicates through Wi-Fi or the mobile network and the user connects to AP&T's support through Teams or the like. Why not just use a mobile phone then?

Products • September 14, 2023

I/O Module PDP67 PN

Decentralized I/O systems are an important component for flexible and modular automation solutions. Equipped with protection type IP67 and robust die cast zinc housing, the new remote I/O module PDP67 PN is ideally suited for positioning directly on the machine. Even outside the control cabinet it provides reliable safety at temperatures of -30°C to 70°C.

Products • September 13, 2023

Beckhoff Vision

Beckhoff Vision hardware includes area scan cameras, C-mount lenses, multicolor LED illumination and complete vision units. Whether used as components or an entire machine vision system, the Vision product portfolio meets industrial requirements perfectly.

Products • September 13, 2023

iShield Archive

The PC-based "iShield Archive Tool" (iAT) software is used to set up the card. Both the security parameters and user PIN are configured here. Following the initial configuration, iShield Archive securely stores data in the end device and uses hardware AES-256-bit encryption to protect it.

Articles • September 11, 2023 • William Leventon

Robot rollout

Rollomatic moves into automation with innovative robotic systems

Products • September 7, 2023

OSP-P500

The OSP-P500 is fully equipped with Digital Twin Technology, a technology that enables high-precision machining simulations to be created on a computer, while also providing real-time data feedback loops from the operational machine tool to the simulating computer. This feature allows operators to utilize real-time data to mirror exact machine tool functions and behaviors to optimize performance.

News • September 6, 2023

Zoller’s Automation Days highlights cutting tool processes

The event marks the launch of the Toolroom of the Year competition and the upcoming roboBox roadshow.

News • September 5, 2023

United Grinding showcases equipment at EMO Hannover 2023

The United Grinding Group is showcasing 16 grinding machines, new innovations and updates at the EMO 2023 trade show in Hannover, Germany.

Products • August 30, 2023

Version 5.30 of dataFEED OPC Suite

With version 5.30 dataFEED OPC Suite offers the possibility to store process data in an InfluxDB for subsequent processing and analysis. InfluxDB is one of the most widely used NoSQL databases. It ensures extensive scalability, high availability as well as fast writing and reading.

News • August 22, 2023

United Grinding holds signing day for apprentices

Four individuals have joined United Grinding North America's four-year apprenticeship program.

Products • August 22, 2023

MiConnect Technology

MiConnect Technology powers solutions such as, direct interfacing for automation systems to communicate with the CNC control, extracting any required information from the CNC, inputting external devices (such as RFID, barcode, files), reading and writing system parameters, parsing and extracting data, controlling human process interaction, minimizing operator decision making, and adding systemized securities.

Products • August 19, 2023

PSENvip 2

With the function block for dynamic muting, it is possible to configure tool class, muting end point or protected field modes simply and quickly. Safety functions such as position, speed, braking ramp, overrun distances and protected field can also be monitored. The function block ensures that dynamic muting is initiated once the check is complete. Manual programming is no longer required, so the press application is in operation quickly and safely.