Southington, Conn. — For a range of liquid level detection applications in laboratory automation, medical devices, pharmaceutical packaging, beverage processing and other industries, Baumer has introduced the FFDK 16 Photoelectric Level Sensors, compact sensors designed to be mounted onto transparent or half-transparent standpipes from 3 to 13 mm in diameter. These easy to mount, non-contact…
Inch & Metric Magnetic Disk Couplings
A new series of magnetic disk couplings from Sterling Instrument (ISO 9001:2000+AS9100B Registered Manufacturer) features no friction or wearing parts, uses no electricity and no magnetic particles to leak. These units, identified as the S50DCM… (inch) and S50DCMM… (metric) Series are stocked in 8 different bore sizes ranging from .1875″ to 1.000″ (5 mm to19…
Advantech Expands Industrial PoE Offering
Cincinnati, OH — The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces two new PoE switches, the 5-port 24 VDC powered EKI-2525PA and 6-port wide temperature EKI-2526PI, which combine a compact and rugged unmanaged Ethernet switch with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) technology to connect and power Ethernet devices over a single Ethernet cable. PoE, which is relatively new to…
Wilbrecht LEDCO’s Redesigned V4 Microswitches
St. Paul, MN–Wilbrecht LEDCO, Inc. announces its newly redesigned MP500 series of V4 microswitches. The improved V4 microswitches offer a reduced differential movement of 0.05mm and below to better accommodate industrial applications such as electromagnetic brakes or pressure switches that require very small differential movements to operate correctly. Although compact V4 switches deliver size and…
MicroStrain® Wins Silver and Gold at Sensors Expo
Williston, VT – MicroStrain won two more “Best of Sensors Expo” awards at Sensors Expo in Rosemont, IL. These Gold and Silver awards bring MicroStrain’s total to ten Gold awards and two Silver awards, accumulated over the last eight years. Steve Arms, President of MicroStrain (right) and Mike Robinson, VP Sales and Marketing accept awards…
AutomationDirect Expands Dinnector Line of Terminal Blocks
AutomationDirect has added to its Dinnector line of terminal blocks and accessories. Among the products added are supplementary circuit breaker terminal blocks and sockets. The blocks are available in ¼ amp to 10 amp sizes and are sold in packs of 20. Terminal block sockets, available in 12V and 24V models with or without LED…
LUMIFA LED Light Strips from IDEC
Sunnyvale, CA—New LED light strips from IDEC are the brightest in their class at up to 67.2 Lumens/Watt. Reinforced glass models bring to the table an impressive IP67f degree of protection against water, dust and oil making them perfect for machine tools or outdoor equipment. A polycarbonate plastic cover with IP67 degree of protection is…
Interactive CD-ROM from SDP/SI
New Hyde Park, NY — A new interactive CD-ROM from Stock Drive Products/Sterling Instrument – SDP/SI features a new 360-page “Inch / Metric Supplement Catalog, D795”, containing over 7,000 components plus eStore access. In addition, the CD-ROM contains .PDF versions of the previously published SDP/SI 1,184-page Master Inch Catalog, D790, and the 1,240-page Master Metric…
Advantech Launches PCI-104 Based Relay & Isolated Digital Input Card
Cincinnati, OH — The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the PCM-3761I, a form C type eight channel relay and eight channel isolated digital input PCI-104 card for machine and production automation. The PCM-3761I’s relay allows operators to retain output values even in the event of an unexpected system reboot. The input channels support 2,500…
elobau Introduces Nano Push Button
elobau Sensor Technology Inc. introduces its 145NTG nano push button for various industrial applications. This new control is based on Reed switch technology and impresses with its small size of 15.85mm height and 15mm diameter. It is designed to be incorporated in the knob of a joystick or a multifunctional handle for a shifter, or…
Misumi Introduces New Shaft Support Designs
Schaumburg, IL – Misumi USA, Inc.announces the recent addition of two new Shaft Support designs to further expand its comprehensive line of Shaft Supports and Collars. These components are used extensively in the manufacture of industrial machinery and equipment, factory automation, assembly and motion control systems. The two new Misumi Shaft Support designs include: Compact…
Safety Ventilation Hose from Flexaust
Warsaw, IN – Flexaust introduces a new ventilation hose for use in railcars and transit systems that meets DOT (Department of Transportation) standards for flame spread and smoke generation per ASTM E162, ASTM E662. Flexaust® CW-162 Safety Ventilation Hose is made from a coated polyester fabric and meets DOT standards for flame spread and smoke…
Techno’s New Pro Series 4896 Model CNC Router
New Hyde Park, NY —Techno, Inc. CNC Routers releases the first production run of the Model 4896 Pro Series. Introduced earlier this year, the Pro Series was designed to meet the high demands of panel process manufacturing; now Techno expects this new heavy weight (3050 lbs) 4896 model to be the most popular, with its…
SCHUNK Products Certified for Use in Cleanrooms
Many SCHUNK products can now be used in cleanrooms without hesitation. This is confirmed by the certificate issued by TÜV Süd (Technical Inspection Association in South Germany). The certificate confirms suitability for use in Class 5 cleanrooms according to ISO 14644. ISO Class 5 is comparable to Class 100 of the US-Fed. -Std. 209, which…
Minnesota Rubber and Plastics Provides Global Sourcing for a Global Economy
Jiangsu, China – Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MR&P) provides global sourcing for a global economy. These capabilities provide a global manufacturing and resource base to design, develop, manufacture and deliver components, assemblies and finished product. With a 65-year history of providing the difficult rubber and plastic parts and assemblies, MR&P has become an award-winning global…
Linear Voice Coil Housed Actuator from BEI Kimco Magnetics
VISTA, CA – BEI Kimco Magnetics has announced the immediate availability of the new Linear Voice Coil Housed Actuator. The new actuator features self-alignment of the coil and the unit’s integral magnet assembly in a fully encapsulated enclosure. Integrated AMP connector and shaft further simplify OEM installation. Suitable uses include a variety of industrial applications…
Moxa’s W321 Embedded Computer Meets e-Mark Certification
Moxa announces that the W321 wireless embedded computer with WLAN has passed e-Mark certification. Why you need e-Mark certification EC directives and ECE regulations require all automobiles, motorcycles, and related components imported by EU member states to be in conformance with a range of safety standards for drivers and the environment. The e-Mark indicates that…