January 22, 2024 Siemens is innovating the well-established Sinamics S210 servo drive system with a new hardware architecture and new V6 software generation that expand the system’s range of applications. The servo drive system is especially suitable for applications with high dynamics in the power range between 50 W and 7 kW: for example, machines…
January 18, 2024 SINAMICS G220 is the new high-performance variable frequency drive designed to meet current and future challenges in every industry. Thanks to improved hardware and software, SINAMICS G220 takes digital drive technology to a new level, making your applications more efficient, secure and future-proof. Innovation in every detail Thanks to a broad range…
January 8, 2024 Align Production Systems, a leading innovator in material handling solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with Kollmorgen, known for their pioneering of vehicle control solutions. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the manufacturing AGV landscape, to provide efficiency, reliability, and versatility across various industries. The collaboration of Align Production Systems’ expertise in…
January 4, 2024 Rockwell Automation streamlines machine design, development and Deployment with Micro800 Controllers and Automation Software enhancements. Manufacturers can commission standalone machines more efficiently with Allen‑Bradley Micro820 controller firmware revision 14, and Micro850 2080-L50E and Micro870 2080-L70E controller firmware revision 22. The latest Connected Components Workbench software version 22 is the required minimum to support the expanded controller capabilities and improvements….
December 22, 2023 Throughout industrial manufacturing, motors play a very important role in the advancement of processes and the handling or transformation of materials from raw materials to finished products or services. To ensure a reliable and efficient start-up of a machine, the correct starting method should be chosen to minimize stress on the motor…
December 22, 2023 Electronic Drives and Controls successfully renews its CSIA benchmark certification, reaffirming their commitment to maintaining the highest level of technical and business performance standards in delivering innovative control system integration solutions for industrial automation and drive technology. Electronic Drives and Controls, Inc. (EDC), a leading control system integrator and field service company for…
December 22, 2023 MENNEKES, a global manufacturer of wiring devices, switch products and customized power distribution, announces its new SLPX Series of sloped-top motor disconnects. These devices will enable plant operators to more easily prioritize sanitation while meeting requirements for multiple disconnects. Available in three multi-gang enclosure sizes, the stainless steel SLPX Series features a…
December 21, 2023 By Krystie Johnston Siemens recently released their new SINAMICS S200 servo drive system. It is designed to address a wide range of standard applications, including battery, packaging, handling and robotics, metal forming, and other general machinery. The S200 has been optimized for performance, is easy to use, and is fit for the…
December 19, 2023 Electric motors are critical components in every production process or facility because they are the movers of mechanical equipment and machinery. Without them, nothing gets done. When designing a system, it is imperative to provide protection for motors using various protection and control systems. A Combination Motor Controller (CMC) is one way…
December 12, 2023 Siemens SINAMICS S200 servo drive system With Sinamics S200, Siemens is launching a new servo drive system designed for a variety of standard applications in the battery, electronics as well as other industries. It consists of a precise servo drive, powerful servo motors and easy-to-use cables and offers high dynamic performance. Applications…
December 11, 2023 POSITAL has announced a major upgrade to its family of 36 mm kit encoders for motion control applications. For these new devices, introduced as part of the company’s NEXTGEN initiative, upgrades include higher resolution and refined packaging that provides more compact form factors, better protection from solid particles and simpler installation procedures….
December 4, 2023 Nidec Drive Technology Corporation, a member of Nidec Corporation’s group companies, announced that it has developed Smart-FLEXWAVE, the world-first product that combines FLEXWAVE, an existing precision control reducer for robots and machine tools, with built-in torque, temperature, and angle sensors. FLEXWAVE, the currently available precision reducer with a wave gear mechanism, is…
November 23, 2023 From June to September 2023, ABB analyzed more than 2,000 industrial electric motors under its Energy Appraisal service and has identified an average energy saving of 31 percent • Audits of more than 2000 motor-driven systems found an average energy-saving potential of 31 percent per motor• Total lifetime energy savings are equivalent…
November 9, 2023 ABB’s advanced drive solutions. As an authorized distributor, Proax is proud to showcase ABB’s industrial drive offerings such as the ACS880, ACS1000, DCT 880 Cabinets, and DCS880-S. These products stand at the forefront of industrial electrification, delivering custom control and heightened efficiency to elevate your operations. Join us as we delve into…
November 6, 2023 Nidec Corporation has announced that Nidec Instruments Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, has newly developed a compact low-vibration and -noise pump for water heaters. Nidec Instruments’ Latest Water Heater Pump Recent years have witnessed a growing demand for water heater pumps to be not only light and compact, but…
Optimized for Compact Machines Up to 30Hp October 30, 2023 ABB is introducing the ACS180 machinery drive to the Canadian market. The newest entry in ABB’s low voltage AC drives portfolio, the ACS180 provides user-friendly, reliable, and energy-efficient motor and process control, keeping systems running smoothly while saving time and money over the product’s lifecycle….
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