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Clear Object Detection
August 9, 2004 8:57 am | Ifm Efector Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMiniature OJ sensors include models with polarized retro-reflective sensing technology that detect clear objects such as glass, transparent film, and see-through bottles. When paired with a 50 x 50 mm reflector, the OJ sensors can reach 1.5 m.
Machine Vision System
August 9, 2004 8:57 am | Cognex Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsIDMax is a machine vision system that is based on patented PatMax technology. It is designed for direct part mark identification, which involves directly marking parts with permanent 2D data matrix codes, then reading those codes quickly and reliably throughout the production process.
Control Interface
August 9, 2004 8:57 am | Inno-Flex Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsNew single-source control interface and decorative graphic solutions capabilities are available for OEMs.
Distributed I/o
August 9, 2004 8:57 am | Norgren | Product Releases | CommentsThe FD67 distributed I/O system is suitable for use in Fieldbus systems such as DeviceNet and Profibus. The modular FD67 is engineered to deliver real competitive advantages to OEMs who are looking to simplify and reduce costs of the entire electrical installation of machines and systems.
Low-profile Conveyor
August 9, 2004 8:57 am | Conveyor Technologies Ltd. | Product Releases | CommentsA modular low-profile conveyor features a stainless steel wire mesh belt with thermal and chemical resistance that is combined with a 60 percent "open-flow area.
Oval Vacuum Cups
August 9, 2004 8:57 am | Anver Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsA line of small oval vacuum suction cups and non-rotating suspensions is designed to stay aligned for the precise placement of long loads or lifting surface.
Car Maker Dresses Up Manufacturing Robots
August 9, 2004 8:54 am | Leoni Eps | Product Releases | CommentsEven when brand new, today's top-of-the-line industrial robots can experience disturbingly high failure rates, triggering downtime costing thousands, even tens of thousands of dollars per minute. Often, the cause is defective or prematurely worn hoses or cables.
Enticing Encoders
August 9, 2004 8:54 am | Danaher Controls | Product Releases | CommentsWhy an encoder can make your machine or process better. Editor's Note: Jeff Christensen is director of feedback business for Danaher's Industrial Controls Group.
Machining Cell Moves Intake Manifolds
August 9, 2004 8:54 am | Mazak Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe decision to automate came down to cost," says Tim Roskey, business unit manager at Eagle Manufacturing Co. "The pressure from customers to cut costs and increase frequency of deliveries meant we had to figure out ways to be competitive.
Forcasting Failure
August 9, 2004 8:54 am | Articles | CommentsIntegrated predictive maintenance systems help manufacturers save costs by eliminating machinery downtime and unnecessary part replacement.
Fast Curing High-performance Epoxy
August 5, 2004 8:39 am | Master Bond, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA high-performance, two-component epoxy adhesive, EP24 is said to cure quickly at room temperature and even faster at elevated temperatures. It even cures at temperatures down to 20°F.
Fasteners Evolve To Improve Manufacturing
August 5, 2004 8:32 am | Pennengineering | Articles | CommentsMany of the recent innovations in fastening technology owe much to marketplace directives for smaller and lighter packages that can be produced quickly and cost-effectively. These demands dictate that fasteners work harder, smarter, and in more ways to advance product design and development.
Integrated Motion Control System
August 3, 2004 5:03 am | Animatics Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe ServoStep, featuring SmartMotor technology, is an integrated motion control system designed around step motor technology. It features a high-torque, 50-pole step motor, motion controller, drive-amplifier, and encoder in one integrated system. The first release is a NEMA 34 frame size ServoStep.
Microprocessor-based Temperature Controller
August 3, 2004 5:03 am | Fenwal Electronics, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsA new version of the Series 59 microprocessor-based temperature controller features enhanced flexibility and options, making it a versatile, accurate heating/cooling control that can be tailored to be designed into a broad array of OEM applications.
Stepper Drive With Bipolar Chopping
August 3, 2004 5:03 am | Eadmotors | Product Releases | CommentsA programmable motion control stepper drive, designated the D404, uses constant current bipolar chopping with onboard programmability to effectively drive and control hybrid stepper motor applications.
