Emerson has announced the new AVENTICS Series 625 Sentronic Proportional Pressure Control Valves. With a control deviation of less than 0.5%, the new valves are designed to deliver highly accurate, electronic proportional pressure control and provide the flexibility needed to support sophisticated pneumatic control engineering applications. Data acquisition software (DaS) with Series 625 Sentronic valves…
Emerson introduces ultrasonic metal welders with advanced controls for high-precision welds
Emerson has launched the Branson Series GMX-Micro, a line of high-precision ultrasonic metal welders that feature a new computerized operating system, multiple power levels and configurations, advanced controls, and improved connectivity. The new welders can meet changing material and production requirements for electric vehicle batteries, battery chargers, conductors, and electronics applications, with faster cycle times…
Emerson executive elected to lead Valve Manufacturer Association of America Board
Emerson announces that the Valve Manufacturers Association of America (VMA) has elected Andy Duffy as chairperson of its board of directors for 2023-24. In his new role, Duffy will help ensure the organization provides the most value to its members and advances the valve industry at large. Duffy, vice president of sales at Emerson´s discrete automation…
Emerson launches compact valve position indicator for quick and easy commissioning
Emerson announces its new TopWorxTM DVR Switchbox, an entry-level addition to the DV Series of valve position indicators. It combines a durable resin enclosure, compact size, and a patented cam design that provides water and wastewater systems, food and beverage production lines, and industrial utilities with a reliable valve position feedback tool. The TopWorx DVR…
New app optimizes maintenance based on valve condition data, avoiding downtime
Emerson has announced the Plantweb Insight Valve Health Application, a powerful software tool that combines Fisher control valve expertise with advanced analytic algorithms. The new app makes it possible for users to visualize an entire connected fleet of valves while prioritizing actions based on the health index of each valve. This helps plant personnel optimize…
Afag acquisition expands Emerson’s factory automation capabilities
Emerson announces it has acquired Afag Holding AG, an electric linear motion company, feeding and handling automation solutions. The electric linear motion segment expands Emerson’s served market by more than $9 billion and is expected to grow mid-single digits annually, supporting Emerson’s long-term, profitable organic growth. Afag, headquartered in Zell, Switzerland, brings state-of-the-art technology and…
Bosch presents Emerson award recognizing sustainability and emissions progress
Global technology and software company Emerson received the 2023 Bosch Global Supplier Award, placing the company among a select global group of Bosch’s most valued suppliers helping drive innovation in pursuit of sustainability targets and their commitment to climate neutrality. Emerson earned the Global Supplier Award for Sustainability, recognizing the company’s exemplary commitment to climate…
Emerson to unveil new approach to discrete automation at Hannover Messe 2023
Global technology, software, and engineering company Emerson will exhibit advanced, discrete automation solutions from the factory floor to the cloud at Hannover Messe. Visitors to Hall 6, Stand C57 can view the Discrete Automation portfolio of ASCO, AVENTICS, Branson, Movicon, PACEdge, and PACSystems, as well as CoreTigo solutions. Emerson experts will show attendees how to…
Emerson sponsors Texas Rocket Engineering Laboratory at The University of Texas
Emerson is sponsoring the Texas Rocket Engineering Laboratory (TREL) in the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. Emerson will donate TESCOMTM regulators that students from this interdisciplinary research lab will use to fabricate TREL’s historic Halcyon rocket. More than twice the length of average collegiate rockets, the Halcyon rocket has…
Two- and three-way solenoid valves for compact designs
Emerson has launched a range of two-way and three-way solenoid valves that support original equipment manufacturers’ need to develop more compact machines and equipment without compromising on fluid control performance. The optimized body design and internal flow path of the new ASCO series 256/356 not only provides a smaller footprint, but also reduced power consumption…
How ultrasonic welding can meet packaging sustainability goals
Leading global companies have set ambitious sustainability goals to reduce waste by making plastic packaging more reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable. As they implement the design, material, technology, and process changes needed to deliver sustainable plastic packaging, their successes will raise the bar for everyone. Bill Reed, Business Development Manager, Packaging, Emerson Automation Today’s headlines are…
Electronic remote control makes yacht navigation and docking a breeze
In the world of motor boats, luxury has a name: Sunseeker. The manufacturer of luxury yachts has long been known worldwide — not least by appearing in spectacular James Bond scenes. In line with the exclusive requests of its customers, Sunseeker equipped its recently introduced 76 Yacht with Marex electronic remote control and joystick systems…