Pepperl+Fuchs, a maker of hazardous area mobile devices, announces the expansion of its groundbreaking Tab-Ex tablet series — with the Tab-Ex 04 Pro D2, developed by its subsidiary ECOM Instruments. Based on the rugged Samsung Galaxy TabActive4 Pro, the tablet features a brighter, 550 nit 10-in. touch screen paired with the latest hardware and connectivity…
Zymbit Launches Secure Compute Module for Developers of IoT Infrastructure
New all-in-one Zymbit-secured Linux pi compute module for applications operating in zero-trust environments. Zymbit, Inc. brings their new Secure Compute Module (“SCM”), a Raspberry Pi CM4 compatible compute module for professional IoT and edge applications that require a high standard of security with long-term maintainability and cyber resilience. The SCM integrates the industrial grade Raspberry…
Beckhoff offers “cabinetless automation” with Plug-and-Produce MX-System
The MX-System from Beckhoff is a flexible, space-saving and intelligent automation hardware system that can completely replace conventional control cabinets, creating entirely new levels of efficiency in plant automation. Control system installation processes that normally took 24 hours or more can now be completed in just one hour. As a modular control cabinet replacement that…
Tormach has new US corporate headquarters and a distribution agreement in Europe
Tormach, supplier of affordable and compact CNC machines, has expanded its domestic and international operations by moving to a new corporate headquarters facility in Madison, Wisconsin, and entered into a distribution agreement with CNC Machine Tools Ltd. of Snetterton, Norfolk, England. In Wisconsin, Tormach has moved from its previous location in Waunakee to a new…
Industrial automation software features real-time networking, AI-based predictive maintenance
The Lattice Automate solution stack for industrial automation systems features new real-time networking capabilities, AI-based predictive maintenance, increased processor performance and scalability, and more flexible configurations. Lattice also announced the release of an updated version of the Lattice Propel™ embedded design environment to simplify the development of industrial automation systems with improved performance and added…
New machine controller added to Beckhoff’s ultra-compact industrial PC Series
The new C6027 ultra-compact Industrial PC (IPC) from Beckhoff is a fanless device that offers high computing power in a compact form factor with Intel Core i U series processors. Compared to the C6025 IPC already on the market, this model adds a second circuit board level for customization with a variety of optional interfaces…
Fanless industrial PC meets IP67 environmental specs
The model WPC-905 is a high-performance rugged Waterproof PC that is completely sealed, surviving liquids, chemicals, dust and dirt intrusion and meeting IP67 environmental specifications. Fanless by design, this durable environmentally sealed small form factor PC features powerful 8th Generation Intel Celeron, and Core Processors, solid-state drives (SSD) with optional onboard RAID configurations and a…
Building branch feeder monitors add BACnet protocol support
BACnet has been added to the suite of protocols included as standard, along with MODBUS and DNP, provided with the Satec BFM136 and BFM-II Branch Feeder Monitors. This communications protocol update addresses the specific need in commercial building environments to connect and communicate with the existing BACnet building automation system (BAS). Adding BACnet protocol to…
HMI software runs on industrial PCs
Omron Automation Americas recently launched a software version of its NA5 human-machine interface that will run on the Omron industrial PC series to give end users more control over their machines. OEMs and end users seeking better control and visibility of their equipment will find a welcome solution in the Soft NA software for Omron…
Industrial Edge AI Computer leveraging NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX
Advantech announces its compact, energy-efficient MIC-710AIX and MIC-710IVX industrial computers that leverages the powerful new NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX, expanding its range of edge AI systems built on the Jetson platform for smart city, intelligent manufacturing, and AIoT applications. The MIC-710AIX is designed to withstand shock and vibrations in industrial environments with temperatures ranging from…
Advantech launches a broad selection of rackmount GPU servers
Advantech’s IIoT iAutomation Group has launched a broad selection of rackmount GPU Servers from 1U to 4U. The SKY-6000 GPU server series are powered by Intel Xeon scalable processors and each of these highly scalable GPU-optimized servers support up to five NVIDIA Tesla P4 GPUs. IPMI management functions and smart fan control ensure better temperature…
Bosch Rexroth and Tulip announce a strategic alliance to bring Smart Workstation to market
Bosch Rexroth and Tulip announce the launch of a Smart Workstation, a joint customer-focused product that combines Bosch’s manual production system with Tulip’s Manufacturing App Platform to create a powerful Industry 4.0 workstation. The Smart Workstation leverages IoT-enabled manufacturing apps to transform traditional bench-top operations, increasing operator productivity, improving quality, and collecting and visualizing real-time…
Industrial IP67 waterproof PoE+ Ethernet switch
Antaira’s LNP-0800G-M12-67-24 Layer 2 unmanaged series switch is said to offer dependability and ease-of-use functionality in harsh industrial environments. The IP67-rated switch was designed specifically for industrial applications that are subject to high vibration and shock. It is backed by a five-year warranty. The switch offers 24 to 55-Vdc redundant power inputs through a four-pin…
New 24” extra-deep 19” rack cases from METCASE
METCASE has launched a new extra-deep 24” version of its bestselling COMBIMET 19” enclosures which are perfect for server rack type applications. COMBIMET is METCASE’s bestselling range of aluminum 19” rack cases. Applications include networking, communications, AV and studio systems, laboratory instruments, industrial computers and control systems. The new cases are 24” (610 mm) deep…
Beckhoff expands ultra-compact industrial PC series with the new C6030
Beckhoff today announced the release of a new, ultra-compact Industrial PC (IPC), the C6030.With highly flexible application options, the new series of space-saving Beckhoff IPCs that first launched with the C6015 has proven to be extremely successful in the marketplace. With the addition of the new C6030 IPC, the advantages of dramatically reduced space requirements,…
Bulgin introduces the M-Series – a diverse range of industrial automation connectors
Designed to decrease downtime and increase production efficiency, the new M-Series range of circular connectors from Bulgin provides reliable and uncompromised data, signal and power transmissions for industrial automation systems in harsh environments. Featuring an M-style threaded locking nut, the M-Series offers an extensive choice of robust industry standard interconnect solutions for automation and control…
Advantech’s EN50121-4 Complaint Computer Platforms
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group announces the release of a comprehensive series of EN50121-4 compliant computer platforms for railway signaling and integrated Supervisory Control Systems (ISCS). ISCS systems facilitate integrated, centralized, and local control as well as administration of all electrical and mechanical subsystems. Railway signaling systems include interlocking, signals, points, blocks, train control, and other…
New Website Offers Better Ways to Improve Efficiency and Safety
EXAIR.com is the new digital home of Intelligent Compressed Air products for industry. EXAIRs new website has improved the product selection process by providing descriptions immediately from the homepage. An improved account management and ordering process streamlines access to historical orders, allows one click repeat orders and eases editing of your information. This website is…
Advantech Launches Solution-Ready Platform Series
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group announced the launch of its SRP-FPV240 series of application-oriented solution-ready platforms. With the arrival of Industry 4.0 and the resulting trend for increased automation and data communication in manufacturing; technology solutions that can centralize management and streamline data visualization have become essential. To address the need, Advantech created its SRP-FPV240 solutions…
More Beckhoff PC-based Controllers Earn Microsoft Azure Certification
Ultra-compact C6015 Industrial PC and DIN rail mounted CX5140 Embedded PC are now Azure™ Certified To provide plants, factories and machine builders with even more system-integrated solutions for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Beckhoff Automation has announced Microsoft Azure™ certification for the C6015 Industrial PC (IPC) and CX5140 Embedded PC. All certified devices from Beckhoff…
Advantech’s Latest NVMe Servers and Storage Solutions
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group is announced the launch of a new series of NVMe servers and storage solutions in 1U to 4U form-factors that fulfill today’s industrial server requirements for high performance storage applications. Industrial servers differ from general servers and require special consideration for the varied environments they are found in such as transportation,…
Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s All-in-One Ethernet Drives Now Offer Ethernet Connectivity as a Standard Feature
In a move to give plant managers and engineering managers an edge in the highly competitive manufacturing market, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., announced the introduction of Ethernet-connected versions of its popular FR-A800 and FR-F800 Series variable frequency drives (VFDs). The new FR-A800- E and FR-F800- E VFDs provide Ethernet connectivity as a standard feature, allowing…
Advantech Launches High-Performance Scalable Fanless Control Cabinet PCs
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group is pleased to announce the launch of the UNO-3283G and UNO-3285G high-performance fanless control cabinet PCs. Equipped with a 6th generation Intel® Core™ i7 processor, Intel QM170 PCH chipset, rich I/O including six USB 3.0, two GigaLAN, two RS-232/422/485, and one RS-422/485 (pin header) ports, as well as DVI-I and HDMI…
Enhanced DirectLOGIC DL405 PLC CPUs added by AutomationDirect
AutomationDirect has added two new feature-enhanced CPUs to its DirectLOGIC DL405 programmable logic controller product line. The D4-454 and D4-454DC-1 provide all the capabilities of the D4-430, D4-440 and D4-450 CPUs, using updated microprocessor technology allowing the D4-454 to be the CPU of choice for the DL405 family. Both D4-454 CPUs include a built-in power…
New EtherCAT board enhances data gathering capability of HARTING’s MICA mini industrial computer
HARTING’s Mini-Industrial-Computer MICA®, winner of the prestigious 2016 HERMES Award for industrial innovation, now is available with an EtherCAT board, allowing data to be collected directly from industrial production networks, preprocessed and forwarded to IT systems via standard protocols such as OPC UA or MQTT. Thanks to MICA®s modular hardware concept, which allows users to…