Image processing for quality assurance
Embedded vision, Gig-E and 3D cameras, frame grabbers, CMOS sensors, etc. to avoid errors and determine position
Image processing for quality assurance
Embedded vision, Gig-E and 3D cameras, frame grabbers, CMOS sensors, etc. to avoid errors and determine position
Communication: Technology for Industry 4.0
Gateways, switches, networks, standards such as Ethernet Ethercat, OPC UA or IO-Link and much more for digital transformation
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IPC for manufacturing and production
HMI, smartphone, tablet, mobile phone, monitor and accessories for harsh industrial environments and hazardous areas
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Robots for the automated factory
Articulated robots or Scara robots, bionic, assembly, service robots and the collaborative cobots as well as grippers and accessories
Image: Mitsubishi Electric
Sensors for the Internet of Things
Safety sensors, torque sensors, optoelectronic sensors or magnetic sensors, also for various types of protection
Safety technology for man-machine protection
Light grid, light barrier, safety interlock, safety light curtains, safe field box, signal lights for occupational safety and machine safety
Controls for mechanical engineering
Programmable logic controls, CNC controls, TNC controls or safety controls with digital twin and control technology
Here you will find numerous innovations from the industrial sector Automation services for the Industry 4.0 Age. We provide information about components, systems of the Image Processing, IPC, communication technology, Robot, Sensors Safety Technology and Controllers. We report on processes and technologies which the industrial Revolution serve in the world of work. In these automated processes, workplaces are becoming increasingly automated, freeing up manpower for less monotonous work.
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Artificial intelligence is increasingly finding its way into the world of work and advancing automation technology. The products, systems, machines and plants for automation are networked with each other up to completely autonomous machines as part of the larger whole smart manufacturing. Our coverage shows the components, systems and applications of automation technology for process and factory automation from the sensor to grab, Communication technology, control and regulation technology, IT up to and including robots.
Special industries like Automotive industry, Renewable energies, Technical Building Services, Medical Technology, food technology, Microsystems Technology, Mobile Machinery require specially designed developments and knowledge. Here we introduce you to the latest innovations. You will also find news from and for the here Applied research.
The automation technology also forms Electrical Engineering, Drive Technology and other engineering scientific disciplines form the basis of such buzzword-rich developments as Industry 4.0, digital transformation or smart factory, which is particularly important in... Industrial machinery and equipment change our industrial production and manufacturing forever at a rapid pace. The following innovations are part of the bigger picture:
Igus presents the Service robot Rebel. Just one year after the first presentation of the modular gearbox for cobots, igus is already recording 20 automation projects per week. In doing so, igus relies entirely on its Motion Plastics expertise: the use of plastic makes the robot, weighing 8,2 kg, the lightest service robot with cobot function in its class. All mechanical components in the Rebel are developed and manufactured by igus.
Schaeffler presents to Automatica sensors for Cobots, which in precisionStrain wave gear are integrated. With this concept measure torque are shorter cycle times in the Robotic possible. Methods like these enable significant progress for the widespread use of collaborative robots in industrial automation.
With a Torque sensor Torques can be measured precisely. In the automotive industry, manufacturing engineering and aerospace, they play a crucial role in monitoring and controlling Rotary movements. Find out more about how they work, types and applications as well as new developments.
In industry, speed sensors record and monitor the Speeds of drives based on the principle of an inductive sensor or a magnetic sensor. Discover the latest developments in speed sensors, also known as tachometers. Our article presents Speed sensor-News, explains a wide range of possible uses and answers the most important questions about these precise measuring devices.
An angle sensor often has to function reliably even under harsh operating conditions. These sensors provide accurate angle data that is used in applications in Mobile work machines, Automotive engineering and Industrial automation are needed. Discover how angle sensors work and their technological advantages using the example of some applications in our article. Learn how they increase efficiency and accuracy across various industries.
Level sensors are used for continuous measurement of the levels of liquids, bulk solids, etc. Media. Discover the latest developments in capacitive level sensors Level sensor and ultrasonic level sensor. Our article highlights current ones Market innovations, discusses a variety of things Fields of application and offers insights into the current state of the art as well as the latest Trends.
In view of increasingly individual customer requirements and smaller batch sizes, food and beverage manufacturers in high-wage countries are left with only one sufficient solution Process automation competitive. A performant and robust sensors is necessary here so that the systems become transparent. The is an unbeatable helper for the phase separation of food, water and cleaning liquid conductivity sensor "Combilyz" by Baumer.
Polytec presents a complete drone solution for hyperspectral remote sensing. The ready-to-use systems from the US manufacturer Headwall Photonics are equally suitable for precision agriculture, environmental protection, forestry and surface mining.
Turck offers non-contact and conventional Encoder in different designs. The encoders are incremental, absolute with hollow shaft or solid shaft in sizes from 24 to 102 mm diameter. They are vibration-resistant, robust and work even in demanding environments. We present you here the new developments such as the recent ones Profinet absolute rotary encoder.
An exact positioning and speed control of Elevator cars is a prerequisite for optimal driving. With encoders Any distance / time curves can be used for position and speed detection. While up for speed detection Incremental offer, you realize with the positioning Absolute encoders. The position values will not be lost even after a power failure and referencing are unnecessary. Baumer offers an extensive range of encoders for the Elevators.
An telecentric lens commonly found in industrial Image Processing Mission. In three-dimensional measurements, it sometimes even surpasses the accuracy of non-contact or laser-based measurement methods. The telecentricity offers the highest accuracy and repeatability. Below we present you New Products like the telecentric lens for white LED light from Vision & Control:
Machine vision or the solutions of industrial Image Processing penetrate ever further into industrial areas, where the best image quality, highest resolution and high speeds are required. SVS-Vistek provides the new one GigE Vision industrial camera SHR461CX from the high-resolution SHR series.
Here you will find the latest developments in the field of optical sensors for measuring distance, presence, position etc. You can find out everything about it in our article State of the art, diverse applications and you will receive answers to your questions about optical sensors. Read how an optical sensor can meet your needs.