The mini line – small, simple, reliable Small, simple, reliable…SICK’s miniature line of bar code scanners offer a high scanning frequency and are ideal for applications where space is limited SICK’s miniature line of bar code scanners are barely larger than a USB plug and can easily be installed where space is extremely limited. The [...]
Sick – New products
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Industrial Ethernet Network Performance Kit
The industrial Ethernet Network Performance Kit (IE-NA-KIT) from Fluke Networks Includes the EtherScope Series II and LinkRunner Duo, which are two handheld portable network tools to help automation professionals quickly identify network problems for speedy resolution. List price is $9,995. Quickly determine in real time who and what devices are on the network, identify device [...]
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Food Grade Gearboxes
The Apex Dynamics Food Grade helical planetary products combine ultra precision and high-torque capability with features specifically designed to meet the unique needs of the food and beverage industry. These gearheads incorporate many of our standard features, including stainless steel, hardened shafts and patented input and output sealing. Food Grade grease (NYE 670) and durable [...]
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Easily Exchange PAC/PLC Data with Plant or Enterprise Systems
eATM tManager modules from Online Development enable fast, easy exchange of ControlLogix PAC tag data with IBM, Microsoft and Oracle plant/enterprise systems. These chassis-mounted modules eliminate the cost, complexity and maintenance costs of custom-programmed software and stand-alone computer alternatives. Instead, they feature an easy-to-use graphical user interface with pull-down menus to select and configure data [...]
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Heavy-Duty EtherNet/IP Resolvers
AMCI has released the NR25 series of heavy-duty EtherNet/IP resolvers. Compatible with all Allen-Bradley PLCs that support EtherNet/IP, these networked rotary sensors provide an overall measuring range of 16 bits (single-turn resolution) plus 14 bits (number of revolutions), or 30 bits total. With both single-turn and multi-turn versions available, AMCI’s EtherNet/IP resolvers are ready for [...]
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Don’t Break the Loop on 4-20 mA Signal Measurements, and Save Time
re you spending time taking mA measurements by removing a wire and breaking the loop? Calling the control room to isolate a loop for testing? Testing analog input/output on a console? Troubleshooting devices with mA inputs and outputs? Repairing intermittent or erratic 4-20 mA loops? Go to www.fluke.com/77X_ROI to see how much time and money [...]
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Versatile Linear Motion System
Wittenstein moves the classic system of rack and pinion back into the fast lane by offering the right gearbox and rack-and-pinion combination for every application. Whether your requirement is low-cost or high-end, linear motion is available to suit your need. Looking for a linear system offering low mass movements of inertia, high dynamic performance and [...]
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Versatile Matrix 400 2D Barcode Imager
Datalogic Automation’s Matrix 400 is the industry standard for high-speed 2D bar code readers. A recent Solution Shootout winner over other major Auto ID companies within the postal industry, the Matrix 400 can be used as a stand-alone unit or as a powerful array. The Matrix 400 can read most 1D and 2D symbologies and [...]
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CIP Serial Gateway
Rockwell Automation Encompass Global Product Partner HMS Industrial Networks presents the Anybus® Communicator for DeviceNet, ControlNet and EtherNet/IP. Users, OEMs and system integrators can interface CIP-based fieldbus and Ethernet protocols to almost any device using a serial protocol that runs on RS232, RS422 or RS485. The Anybus Communicator is DIN-rail mounted as a stand-alone device, [...]
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Rockwell Product, Service and Solution News
Integrated Architecture™ System The information-based factory of the future is becoming a reality today. Rockwell Automation is teaming with Microsoft to develop information solutions that help make production lines smarter and more efficient. With the Windows embedded family of operating systems, you can rely on a rock-solid, high-performance software platform for running a broad range [...]
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