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Cognex Introduces Dataman 200 With Ethernet Connectivity
August 31st, 2009
DataMan® 100 and 200 Series Readers provide the ultimate combination of high performance and versatility in an incredibly small fixed mount ID reader. The readers provide 1D and 2D code reading on all models and the ability to read even the most challenging 2D direct part marks.
Cognex DataMan image-based ID readers represent a breakthrough in reader technology by combining unmatched code performance (up to 45 reads per second) and ease of use in a small, compact package. Lighting,...
Cognex Introduces Dataman 200 With Ethernet Connectivity
August 31st, 2009
DataMan® 100 and 200 Series Readers provide the ultimate combination of high performance and versatility in an incredibly small fixed mount ID reader. The readers provide 1D and 2D code reading on all models and the ability to read even the most challenging 2D direct part marks.
Cognex DataMan image-based ID readers represent a breakthrough in reader technology by combining unmatched code performance (up to 45 reads per second) and ease of use in a small, compact package. Lighting,...
Cognex Introduces Third Generation Checker Sensor
August 4th, 2009
Cognex® Corporation (NASDAQ - CGNX), the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems and vision sensors, has added the Checker® 3G series to its award-winning Checker vision sensor product line. With simple setup, integrated part detection, lighting, I/O and job change all in a rugged IP67 housing, Checker 3G is the easy, reliable and affordable way to verify all products or parts on the line.
With Checker 3G, the user chooses whether to configure the sensor as a presence sensor...
Cognex Introduces Third Generator Checker Sensor
March 27th, 2009
Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ - CGNX), the world's leading supplier of machine vision systems and vision sensors, has added the Checker 3G series to its award-winning Checker vision sensor product line. With simple setup, integrated part detection, lighting, I/O and job change all in a rugged IP67 housing, Checker 3G is the easy, reliable and affordable way to verify all products or parts on the line.
With Checker 3G, the user chooses whether to configure the sensor as a presence...
March 25th, 2009
These new, low-cost sensors offer additional features and benefits that reduce material and labor costs.
The industry-proven ELF family has been updated to its second generation. These updates include minor modernizations to the sensors’ housings, along with enhancements to performance, enclosure rating, and sensing ranges. The Z Sensor has a clear housing that enables 360° of visible indication of the sensor’s status LEDs.
The ELF and Z are both assembled in the United...
Four Motor Starter Functions In One 22.5 Mm Device
March 17th, 2009
MIDDLETOWN, Pa. - The new CONTACTRON 4-in-1 solid state reversing contactor from Phoenix Contact combines four functions in one narrow package. Designed for three-phase AC motors up to 4 kW/5 HP in size, the 4-in-1 provides forward, reverse, overload protection and redundant emergency stop contactor functionality in a 22.5 mm-wide module.
The compact size reduces the necessary DIN rail space by up to 75 percent, saving space and wiring costs as compared to a contactor-based solution. The CONTACTRON's life expectancy is up to 10 times longer than traditional electromechanical contactors, which results in reduced maintenance costs.
Integrated input/output surge protection circuits reduce system downtime, and 16 separate motor overload settings reduce inventory requirements. LED and remote indication acknowledge motor status. The CONTACTRON 4-in-1 is rated for safety category 3, SIL 3 and ATEX zone 2.
Phoenix Contact Serial Modem Calls Remote Machines By Cell Phone
March 11th, 2009
March 5, 2009 -
The GSM/GPRS serial modem from Phoenix Contact provides global access to machines and systems via GSM connections. An integrated TCP/IP stack allows the implementation of simple control systems into the GPRS network.
The PSI-GPRS/GSM-MODEM/RS232-QB-USA modem has the necessary PTCRB and AT&T approvals for legal use to GSM and GPRS networks within the U.S. and Canada. Once activated, the modem will work anywhere in North America where AT&T or Rogers Wireless cellular...
February 4th, 2009
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Siemens Adds Space Saving, Low Cost Expansion I0 Modules To Popular S7200 Plc Line
January 6th, 2009
Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. has added new space saving and low cost analog and temperature expansion I/O modules to its SIMATIC® S7-200 micro PLC product line. The high density, four- and eight-channel modules offer twice the number of channels per module in the same standard expansion module case size.
The EM231 series eight-channel analog input module supports industry standard unipolar 0-10VDC, 0-5VDC, 0-20mA and bi-polar +/- 5VDC, +/-2.5VDC input signals. The EM232 series...
Flowcon Introduces Total Authority Valve To United States And Canada
December 15th, 2008
CHARLOTTE, NC – FlowCon Americas is introducing its Total Authority Valve™, a pressure-independent dynamic balancing valve for commercial HVAC systems, to the U.S. and Canadian markets.
Developed by the company’s home office in Denmark, the Total Authority Valve™ was designed especially for multi-circuit HVAC systems that typically include multiple fan coils, radiators and heat pumps. It can also be used in limiting the flow to individual heat exchangers or domestic water tanks....