Image processing for quality assurance
Embedded vision, Gig-E and 3D cameras, frame grabbers, CMOS sensors, etc. to avoid errors and determine position
Automation technology for the development of the Industry 4.0 factory
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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Brand new automation technology
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.
Automation technology for special industries
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.
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The world's first female scientist is revolutionizing biotechnology today. Her name is Agamede and she has declared war on Covid-19. The robot of the same name was developed at the Institute for Bioorganic Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences (ICHB PAN) with the participation of the technology partners Mitsubishi Electric, Perlan Technologies and Labomatica for applications in laboratory automation....
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An angle sensor often has to function reliably even under harsh operating conditions. These sensors provide accurate angle data needed for applications in mobile work machines, automotive technology and industrial automation. Discover how angle sensors work and their technological advantages using the example of some applications in our article. Learn how to achieve efficiency and accuracy in various...
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With an area of 1 mm², the world's smallest camera module Naneyem from AMS Osram has a fully digital output. AT&S developed the printed circuit board required for the image sensor using embedded component packaging technology. The mini digital cameras are suitable for wearables such as VR glasses or smartphones and for medical ones...
Automation technology for machines and systems
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:
Smart Igus Cobot with digital ecosystem
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.
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The Italian ACMI SpA specializes in the production of state-of-the-art filling and packaging systems and the reference list reads like the who's who of the internationally important food and beverage groups. With the "AZM400" pin tumbler, Schmersal Italia has developed a safety solution for the film packaging machine of the "Fenix" series.
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Augmented Reality technologies are already enriching production and development processes in many corners and ends. Corporations like Toyota, Audi, Bosch and BMW are now using AR and VR applications in very different areas. There is added value not only on the production line. The Minebea Mitsumi subsidiary Minebea Intec uses "Miremote", an AR application in customer support.
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In a production of the size and specialization as with Stihl the plant operators and maintenance staff must keep an overview. They no longer waste time searching for software versions or system documentation. Because since 2009 this has been done by the version and data management software Versiondog from Auvesy for the 3000 systems of the professional tool specialist.
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If there is a system shutdown due to a defective IPCyou have to act quickly. For the Backup you should have an up-to-date image of the corresponding installation and be able to upload it as easily as possible. Auvesy offers as part of its version control software Versiondog an automated one Image Servicethat is constantly being developed.
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In machine tools, packaging machines or in plants for the production of food: For the Safety Technology there is less and less space available and for the wiring there is less and less time. Euchner therefore complements the product range with a compact, transponder-coded one Door locking - especially for use on small and light doors and flaps.
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Mitsubishi Electric offers with the GOT2000 HMI Series of graphic operator terminals with programmable display for industrial Automation and numerous non-industrial applications. New in the program are two human machine interfaces with widescreen for conveying more information in factory automation, process industry and supply technology.
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The functional safety of machines and systems is of central importance in production. The option module "SK TU4-PNS" from NORD supports easy implementation of safe reactions. Together with a safe PLC, the drive electronics communicate reliably in the existing Profinet network via Profisafe.
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The first stepper motorcontrol in a 19-inch slide-in cassette from Systec's "Xemo" motion control family already contains the new ARM processor, which will soon be used in all Xemo positioning controls. Xemo Step continues the line of MCM-Step stepper motor controllers and adds new technology options to product features not previously available for Xemo controllers.
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The HE 5684 Ethernet controller expands the "Imod Eco" product range from Hesch. The freely programmable, multitasking-capable control according to IEC 61131-3 with an ARM450 CPU clocked up to 9 MHz can control up to 16 I / O modules of the series directly and supports the manufacturer-independent development environment "Codesys V3". This means that the product can take on independent control functions as well as relieve the higher-level control technology through outsourced functions or add additional functions.
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The safe small control MSC from Euchner is a universal, freely programmable and modularly expandable safety system for the protection of machines and systems. Suitable for almost all safety-related tasks, it can monitor a large number of safety-related devices. Applications with up to 8 inputs and 2 outputs can already be implemented with the basic module.
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The universal positioning controller PS 90 from Owis will offer new functionalities from August. At the same time the new "Owisoft" version 2.8 appears. Decisive advantages can be seen in joint operation: The connection establishment and the COM port search are optimized. The improved communication between software and control is also evident when querying the axis parameters.
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The universal positioning controller PS 90 and Owisoft Version 2.8 from Owis now score points in joint operation: The connection establishment and the COM port search are optimized. The improved communication between software and control is also evident when querying the axis parameters. New software tools allow the software to be integrated into development environments such as Labview or Matlab.