Major advancement to Cobot simulation. -
Delta has announced a major advancement in robotics simulation. Its flagship product, the D-Bot Series Collaborative Robots (cobots), now integrates with NVIDIA Omniverse — a platform of application programming interfaces (APIs), software development kits, and services that enable developers to harness Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) for physical AI - and NVIDIA Isaac Sim, a reference simulation platform built on Omniverse for designing and testing robots.
Next-Generation Edge Computing and AI. - The E1.S edge server SSD, from Innodisk, offers exceptional performance, reliability, and thermal management capabilities to address the critical needs of modern data-intensive environments and bridge the gap between traditional industrial SSDs and data center SSDs.
Autonomous off-highway machinery. -
Danfoss Power Solutions today announced the launch of its PLUS+1® Autonomous Control Library (ACL) 3.2 software for off-highway machinery. PLUS+1 ACL 3.2 consists of new and updated blocks that enhance machine self-guidance capabilities through improved obstacle and hazard detection and environmental landmark identification.
Optical transmission network co-operation. -
Anritsu Corporation has joined the OpenROADM Multi-Source Agreement (MSA), which defines specifications that facilitate multi-vendor interoperability for optical transmission networks. Anritsu’s participation in these efforts aims to enhance efficiency and flexibility of the optical transmission network.
Inductive at high speeds. - Measuring inductive distance sensors featuring IO-Link interface have been launched by Pepperl+Fuchs. The devices are suitable for Industry 4.0 applications and offer not only high-precision measurement capabilities, but also comprehensive information for condition monitoring and predictive maintenance.
Automation sustainability progress at COP29. - Emerson is attending COP29 in Baku, (AZ), participating in Climate Action’s Sustainable Innovation Forum and Hydrogen Transition Summit. Chief sustainability officer Mike Train will share his insights on how automation technologies are helping accelerate the energy transition and the collaboration and investment required to scale breakthrough innovations across emerging clean energy sectors.
3D sensors for quality inspection and metrology in North America. - 
SmartRay has expanded its sales and support in North America, bringing its expertise closer to customers in the region, particularly the automotive sector. Based in the Midwest, Erik Schilling, Sales Manager USA & Canada - JOSY, is an expert with a strong focus on SmartRay’s automated weld inspection solution.
Pic right shows: Erik Schilling, newly appointed Sales Manager USA & Canada and Volker Weinmann, Global Sales Manager, JOSY.
Automation architectural vision outlined in magazine. - Innovations in Automation magazine, just out, is focused on the Emerson's Boundless Automation™ architectural vision. The 20th issue, available in eight languages, spotlights how recent and future advances in industrial automation will help meet the demands for safe, sustainable and profitable operations.
Eric Wendt is Vice President of Supplier Management with Mouser Electronics.
'Unscheduled downtime!' - Unscheduled downtime can prove extremely costly and even be an organisation's downfall. When a production line suddenly stops it has the potential to disrupt the entire supply chain, leading to delays in product delivery and customer dissatisfaction. Teledyne FLIR specialize in the design and production of thermal imaging equipment including thermal cameras and sensors.
Power efficiency and robustness in electronics design. - A new eBook in collaboration with Analog Devices (ADI), has been launched by Mouser Electronics. This publication highlights essential strategies for optimising power systems. In Powering the Future: Advanced Power Solutions for Efficiency and Robustness, subject matter experts from ADI and Mouser offer in-depth analyses of the most important components, architectures and applications in power systems.
Panel PC set to revolutionise Industrial IoT. - A groundbreaking achievement in advancing IoT interoperability has been announced by Advantech. Their Arm-Based HMI TPC-100W series, featuring NXP's i.MX 8M Mini quad-core processor, has achieved Arm® SystemReady IR Certification.
Panel Computers for harsh environments. -
Moxa has launched its MPC-3000 Series panel computers. Designed to address the diverse needs of industrial environments, the MPC-3000 panel computers offer a range of screen sizes, a robust feature set, and industry certifications aimed at reliability, durability, and versatility in demanding operating environments.
Vehicle charging points accuracy. - Following accreditation by Germany’s national Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt (Federal Physical Technical Institute), the test system is now being used by companies manufacturing energy meters for the country’s rapidly expanding network of public EV charging stations. With 1 million charging points set to be installed across the country by 2030, the VDE seal of approval will play an important part in establishing consumer confidence.
Intelligent power management. -
Delta has announced the launch of its new SMART PDU I-Type power management unit. This innovative 1U DC distribution unit delivers unparalleled flexibility and control for telecom network operators, tower companies, data center planners, and infrastructure engineers. With up to 21 intelligent, programmable breakers and remote management capabilities, the SMART PDU I-Type optimizes power distribution while significantly reducing operational costs. Its compact design maximizes valuable rack space, making it an ideal solution for modern, space-constrained telecom and data center environments.
Revolutionising torque measurement. -
The TorqSense SGR521 transducer from Sensor Teachnology, is a significant enhancement in their innovative TorqSense rotary strain gauge series. In addition to standard digital outputs such as RS232 and USB, the TorqSense SGR521 now features an optional Ethernet output, providing users with enhanced connectivity and data transfer capabilities. This allows for seamless integration with various systems and facilitates real-time monitoring and analysis.
Regrets over principal's decision. -
An unusual press release has been issued by Anglia following the loss of a significant franchise. Whilst acknowledging that Analog Devices Inc (ADI) is perfectly within its rights to terminate its agreements with Anglia and two other regional EMEA distributors, the company believes that the decision will have a negative impact on customer choice.
More than just energy-efficient drives. - According to the German Environment Agency, electric drives in the industry and trade sectors consume nearly two fifths of the total electricity in Germany. Particularly electric drives and the aggregates powered by them therefore have a great and economic energy saving potential. With its highly efficient latest-generation IE5+ motors, system provider Nord DriveSystems offers an optimum solution for the significant reduction of energy and resource consumptions.
Managing energy. - Emerson has launched its new Energy Manager solution, a pre-engineered hardware and software offering designed to simplify industrial electricity monitoring with quick setup and intuitive operation. Ready out of the box, the Energy Manager solution monitors asset energy use in real time, allowing manufacturers to gain deeper insight into energy consumption and operating costs, lowering carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and maximize energy and operational efficiency.
Empowering Edge AI and Generative AI applications. -
Innodisk's 6400 series is purpose-built for data-intensive applications in AI, telehealth, and edge computing, where high performance at the edge is crucial. Available in versatile form factors, including CUDIMM, CSODIMM, and RDIMM, the series delivers unmatched speed, stability, and capacity to meet the rigorous demands of modern edge AI and industrial applications.
OCV sensor. -
The new DCR 1048i OCV sensor from Leuze, combines 1D/2D code reading with Optical Character Verification (OCV), enhancing quality control in industrial automation. They have expanded their Simple Vision portfolio with a powerful sensor for print quality verification:the DCR 1048i OCV .
Field data as actionable business data. -
As part of its ongoing commitment to enhancing industry connectivity, Teledyne Gas & Flame Detection (Teledyne GFD) is making its new and proprietary Teledyne GDCloud™ available with the company’s GS700, GS500 and Shipsurveyor portable gas leak detectors, as well as its PS200 portable four-gas monitor for personal safety and confined space applications. The integration of cloud connectivity significantly enhances the gas leak detection process by visualising all instrument data and turning it into actionable business insights.
Digital centre to help manufacturers' improvements. - >Emerson has launched its Digital Experience Centre – an interactive training environment showcasing the company's extensive range of advanced automation solutions. Manufacturers and process industry users visiting the Centre – located within Emerson's manufacturing facility in Ede (NL) – can gain hands-on experience with transformative digital technologies and learn how they provide actionable insights, helping to achieve improvements in relation to safety, productivity, reliability and sustainability.
Certified for secure product development. -
Endress+Hauser has received the ISA/IEC 62443-4-1 certification for the secure development of products, thus laying a further building block for compliance with the European Cyber Resilience Act.
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