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.
sTest cases achieve GCF validation. -
Full support for 5G and LTE Next Generation eCall (NGeCall) validated test cases on Anritsu's 5G NR Mobile Device Test Platform ME7834NR enabling GCF certification has been announced.
Connectors with heart! - The unique heart shape of the new. LV bolted connector from Pfisterer offers advantages when it comes to installation. It is suitable for all conductor shapes and types – including 120° sector. At the same time, the electrical and mechanical properties of the connectors have been significantly improved. The result is a new generation of bolted connectors that sets new standards.
Switches for Ex and extreme environmental conditions. -
The steute business division Controltec recently introduced compact and robust solenoid interlocks for explosive zones to its range of safety switchgear. The Ex STM 515 series is now being further extended to include an "Extreme" variant. This means: the STM 515 "Extreme" can be used in adverse ambient conditions, such as dust, dirt, wet and vibrations.
Closing the Gaps in Surge Protection. - Moxa NPort A Series of serial device servers sets itself apart from other solutions with built-in IEC 61000-4-5 rated surge protection on the serial line in addition to Ethernet and power line surge protection. This provides a reliable, resilient serial device server solution in a convenient all-in-one package.
Instrumentation excellence celebrated. -
The 2024 Instrumentation Excellence Awards celebrated the very best of the instrumentation sector in a glittering ceremony in London. The event, sponsored by ABB, BWW Communications, ifm electronic, Micro-Epsilon, Napier and Vega Controls, brought together all the movers and shakers from the fields of test, measurement, control, sensors and monitoring. (Instrumentation Monthly)
Removing greenwashing from carbon capture. - Vaisala, a global leader in measurement technology, has launched a new measurement product, MGP241, that measures CO₂ and humidity and is specifically designed to bring transparency to CCUS projects. Both governments and private companies need CCUS to reduce and offset carbon emissions if they are to meet their reported decarbonization targets. However, with current technology still not ready for widespread use, constant, and accurate measurement of captured carbon is vital to ensure its continued development.
Industrial scales. - Whether in production, retail or logistics, industrial scales ensure that processes run precisely and efficiently. However, to ensure that industrial scales deliver reliable and standardised results, they are subject to strict regulations. These regulations can vary greatly depending on the region and area of application, and ensure both accuracy and safety in the respective industries. Industrial scales such as Combics® and Signum® from Minebea Intec fulfil the highest international and local standards to meet the requirements of a wide range of markets.
Manufacturing in the Era of Industry 5.0. -
The Industry 5.0 revolution is unlike any manufacturing revolution before. We aren't waiting for a single technological breakthrough such as the steam engine, the assembly line, the computer. The evolution of Industry 5.0 signifies a huge industrial shift towards humans; it's even been described as a human-centric complement to Industry 4.0. (Andrea Masterton, POKA in Automation.com)
Dan Barlow is new General Manager at Laser Components UK.
Compact Ex command devices. -
A new series of Ex command devices currently being launched by the steute business division Controltec features flexible and direct integration in machine and plant enclosures within Ex zones 1 and 21. The Ex ES 97 series is based on the Ex 97 series of position switches. This series is already well established in complex application fields, most particularly explosive zones, and has dimensions to EN 50047.
Datacentre sustainability. -
A novel sensor system has been developed to help datacentres optimise the energy efficiency and sustainability of their operations. Anu Kätkä from Vaisala describes the development of a modular daisy-chain temperature/humidity sensor configuration, which has dramatically reduced cabling requirements and lowered the carbon footprint of building management systems (BMS).
Touch displays. -
The latest STM32 Touch Display in a larger 10.1 inch size, from Inelco Hunter, expands the range of cost-effective STM32 displays. The screens incorporate PCAP Touch Technology, with a choice of sizes from 3.5" to the new 10.1".
WLAN tester enhanced. -
An option that evaluates the RF transmit and receive characteristics of 2x2 MIMO as defined in IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) for Anritsu's Wireless Connectivity Test Set MT8862A (WLAN Tester) has been introduced.
Embedded communication interface. - The Anybus CompactCom family offers a range of ready-made communication interfaces that can be embedded into any industrial machine or device, enabling connectivity to all major industrial networks. The new Anybus CompactCom B40 Mini adds a soldered-on option to the existing lineup of modules and pluggable bricks.
Durable, visible and functional display. - IDEC Corporation has expanded its operator interface (OI) family with its new HG1J Series touchscreen. This device uses the latest innovations to provide vivid visualizations and responsive multi-touch operation, all in an extremely compact form factor so the technology can be used in more applications than ever before. The HG1J Series is the successor of the HG1G Series HMIs, and it provides an upgrade path for existing installations.
Feeding and handling solutions. -
Afag is now officially part of Emerson*. As a result, Afag's feeding and handling solutions will be integrated into Emerson's extensive automation portfolio. All content on Afag.com, including product documentation, data, and certificates, has been migrated to Emerson.com under the AVENTICS™ brand.
Introduction to Codes and Standards for I & C Engineers. - If you're an instrumentation and controls engineer or studying to become one, this article from Control Automation introduces a few of the codes and standards with the largest influence on the discipline — including ISA-5.1, ISA-5.4 and ISA-101.01. (Denis Lynch, Amentum)
Test equipment for rent throughout Europe. - >The European expansion of Electro Rent's strategic distribution agreement with EXFO, the communications industry's test, monitoring and analytics experts, has been announced. This new agreement enhances the existing collaboration between EXFO and Electro Rent by adding European distribution to an already robust rental and certified pre-owned (CPO) portfolio.
Automation Partner for Hydrogen Refuelling Station. - Emerson is to provide its advanced technologies and hydrogen expertise to HyIS-one's new hydrogen refuelling station and storage facility in Busan, South Korea – the largest hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for commercial vehicles in Korea.
Laser power meter with calibration. -
The PRONTO-250-FLEX laser power meter from GENTEC-EO offers flexible calibration options to ensure that customers only pay for the functions they actually use. The compact, handy device is exclusively distributed by Laser Components in Europe and is ideal for mobile use during maintenance and repair work.
Cost-efficient temperature sensor. -
The STS4L is the latest addition to Sensirion's STS4x temperature sensor series and is the ideal solution for cost and space-sensitive applications. With adapted accuracy specifications, it offers top performance and industry-leading lead times.
Pocket-size mobile thermal camera. - The iSee Mobile Thermal Camera just launched by Fluke, is a pocket-sized, portable thermal camera with the resolution to deliver detailed image quality comparable to professional cameras, with full temperature range analysis. Utilized by inserting the hardware into a smartphone, the iSee Camera detects heat output, which can highlight abnormal temperatures easily and efficiently. Prioritizing the worker, the portability of the iSee camera is particularly beneficial for roles that require accurate thermal imaging from a safe distance or on the go.
#CINC24 Cyber conference report. -
The biggest ever Cyber Ireland National Conference with over 450 attendees, was held in Kilkenny (IRL) in Septermber 2024. It featured distinguished international keynote speakers.
Safety Symposium. -
The HIMA Group, a global leader in safety-related automation solutions, proudly marked a significant milestone: the 50th anniversary of Sella Controls. On October 9, 2024, a safety symposium was held in Birmingham to commemorate this achievement, honouring Sella Controls' journey from its modest beginnings in Whaley Bridge to its status as a leader in safety and control systems, now part of the HIMA Group.
Entry level cellular routers. - Advantech has updated its ICR-2000/2400/2500/2600 series of industrial cellular routers. These routers are engineered to provide reliable wireless communication on mobile networks using traditional cellular technologies, with a focus on supporting Category 4 (Cat.4) services on LTE networks. The series also includes models utilizing the 450 MHz band, as well as Cat-M/Cat-NB technology with 450 MHz support.
Optimal performance of industrial switches. -
One of those essential, although frequently misunderstood, features of an industrial Ethernet switch is Quality of Service, or QoS. Essentially, QoS is a set of technologies that prioritizes network resources to an organization's most important applications, data flows, or users. Sending prioritized packets ahead of other less important traffic guarantees the availability and consistency of network resources for mission critical applications and data integrity during periodic network congestion.
Partnership builds on Industrial Analytics and AI capabilities. -
Seeq has announced a strategic partnership with AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software. Core to the partnership is the native integration between the two companies' platforms that will simplify access to operational data in context, enabling chemical, energy, metals, mining, and utility organizations to improve their operations and production outcomes.
i² = j² = k² = ijk = -1 -
At Broome Bridge, William Rowan Hamilton had a eureka moment & came up with a new algebra he called quaternions. So excited was he by his discovery, he scratched the fundamental formula with his penknife on the bridge. His quaternions revolutionised algebra and would later help to put a man on the moon and be used for CGI in movies.
Digital Multimeter and Wireless Current Clamp. -
Safety and accuracy to work in high-voltage solar environments with capabilities that streamline technician workflows
The Fluke 283 FC Solar Digital Multimeter and the Fluke a283 FC True-RMS Wireless Clamp which enable Solar professionals to work more confidently, without compromising safety in high voltage environments such as a testing individual panels, strings or invertors in a utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) array, have been introduced by Fluke.
Automated AI model creation and machine learning. - Prism AIMMGen™, Teledyne FLIR's latest addition to their Prism™ software family. This is an ITAR-free AI model generation service that enables the automated creation of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models using synthetically generated data. It offers significant cost and schedule savings for system integrators developing AI/ML products for commercial, first response applications etc.
