RAFI is now offering heavy-duty joysticks for outdoor machines and other applications in which control components must meet demanding requirements. The platform concept enables a robust standard design base to be combined with customized multi-function joysticks. RAFI integrates buttons, rocker switches, thumb joysticks, rotary encoders, and LEDs as required. All RAFI JOYSCAPE joysticks have options…
Tilted diamond signal lamps from RAFI
RAFI, a leader in human machine interface controls and components, has developed the Tilted Diamond Series signal lamp in collaboration with renowned product designer Luigi Colani. The signal lamp features four bright, daytime visible LEDs and a diamond-shaped lens that optimizes light refraction. The diamond-shaped lenses in the bezel creates a unique scattered light effect…
Outdoor safety laser scanner
SICK is launching its newest safety laser scanner, outdoorScan3. It is the first safety laser scanner certified to IEC 62998 for use in outdoor applications. The outdoorScan3 allows automated guided vehicle (AGV) systems to navigate safely through outdoor industrial environments. Thanks to its innovative outdoor-safeHDDM scanning technology, outdoorScan3 works safely and reliably in all weather…
Safety controller with the functions of two safety relays
The SC10 Series safety controller is for monitoring safety devices on smaller machines with hazardous motion. The SC10 Series safety controller can replace the functionality of two or more safety relay modules. It has 10 inputs, including 4 inputs that can be converted to outputs, and features Automatic Terminal Optimization (ATO), which makes it possible…
SX Series safety laser scanners safeguard areas, access points, and mobile equipment
The SX Series safety laser scanner protects personnel and equipment within user-defined warning and safety zones. It continuously scans a 275° area around the device to detect objects as they enter each zone. The optical design and advanced filtering capabilities offered by the SX Series enables best-in-class immunity to dust, dirt, and light interference, minimizing…
Speed/Standstill safety relay modules
Safety relay modules consist of safety relays controlled by built-in monitoring functions. They assure a reliable opening and closing for safety applications. Safety relay modules provide a high level of fail-safe operation for critical processes and protection. These speed safety relays provide overspeed, under speed and/or standstill detection for single- or three-phase motors by monitoring…
Safe portal solutions
SICK announces the launch of its Safe Portal Solutions, which ensure flexible, efficient safeguarding for automated material transfer stations. Operating with up to four simultaneous protective fields, two vertically installed safety laser scanners detect people gaining unauthorized access of any kind. At the same time, they allow objects with defined contours to continue passing through…
New functions in SafeDESIGNER
B&R makes it easier to create safety applications with a series of new mapp functions in SafeDESIGNER. It is also possible to use a combination of data from the standard application to generate safety-relevant data. Safety data from standard (non-safety) signals The Data-to-SafeDATA function determines a safe speed and a safe position using data from…
Flexible and efficient safeguarding for automated material transfer stations
Safe Portal Solutions ensure flexible, efficient safeguarding for automated material transfer stations. Operating with up to four simultaneous protective fields, two vertically installed safety laser scanners detect people gaining unauthorized access of any kind. At the same time, they allow objects with defined contours to continue passing through without interruption. Compliant with EN ISO 13849…
C80 Series CNC-dedicated CPU maximizes performance
Users of the Mitsubishi Electric Automation MELSEC iQ-R automation platform can now achieve even greater productivity and lower cycle times with the introduction of the C80 Series CNC. The rack-based C80 features a CNC-dedicated CPU designed to maximize the control’s performance. Industry-leading CNC functions and drive units deliver high-speed, highly accurate machining, while a high-speed…
NASA Astronaut Tinkers with Creating a Joystick for Drones
Fluidity Technologies is working on creating a controller for drones with what it’s calling the FT Aviator. Better yet is that Scott Parazynski, a former NASA astronaut, is the one designing the new controller, according to New Atlas. Parazynski wants the controller to utilize advanced tools, yet still be intuitive for amateur drone controllers. The…
The deTec4 Safety Light Curtains for reliable safety in all environments
SICK announces the launch of the deTec4 safety light curtain. The deTec4 is a new generation of safety light curtains. With protective heights of 300 millimeters to 2,100 millimeters and an IP65, IP67, and IP69K enclosure rating, the deTec4 is proven for use in harsh environments. The safety light curtains have variants with cured glass…
Compact tower lights for small machines and close-range installation
Banner Engineering announced the release of the TL30 Basic Series, compact tower lights for use on small machines and in work areas with limited space. TL30 Basic tower lights have a slim 30 mm cylindrical body that fits in space-constrained areas. Their compact form factor is well suited to smaller machines. In addition, the comfortable…
Patlite 40 mm tower lights
Patlite LR4 Series Tower Lights from AutomationDirect have a modular “Twist and Lock” system that easily customizes and reconfigures LED and sound modules. Pre-assembled two-, three- and 4-tier LED modules are available, and a fifth tier can be added. LED modules are interchangeable and color sequences are changeable by adding or removing up to five…
Winning Nintendo Races With Cardboard
Nintendo is combining cardboard crafts and video games, a seemingly odd combination. After releasing two Nintendo Labo kits that allowed players to turn their Switch console into either a wearable robot suit, motorbike or a piano, Nintendo continued creating innovative ways to integrate cardboard. Now, the company has released the Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit, which…
IDEC announces support for the BACnet/IP
IDEC Corporation announces built-in support for the BACnet/IP building automation protocol by its family of MicroSmart FC6A Plus PLCs. BACnet stands for Building Automation and Control Networking Protocol, and it is the world’s leading protocol for networking HVAC, lighting, security and other systems commonly found in commercial and industrial buildings. This open protocol has been…
Ditch The Joystick? Swiss Develop Jacket That Pilots Drones
Ever dreamt of flying without flapping wings, airplanes, hand-gliders or wing suits — just soaring free over the landscape with arms outstretched like Superman? Thanks to virtual reality and advanced motion sensors, drone pilots can now experience something close to that imaginary sensation. Scientists, engineers and robotics experts at a Swiss university have developed a…
Plug-and-play Balluff safety light curtains add safety
A new family of safety light curtains with IO-Link connectivity is now available for increased safety with easy installation. These devices can be easily and inexpensively connected directly to the Balluff Safety Over IO-Link module, allowing integrators to implement a complete safety and automation sensing and network solution. Users can choose from finger, hand or…
Forget Joysticks, Use Your Torso To Pilot Drones
Imagine piloting a drone using the movements of your torso only and leaving your head free to look around, much like a bird. EPFL research has just shown that using your torso to pilot flying machines is indeed more immersive – and more effective – than using the long-established joystick. The results are published in…
The E2S GNEx GRP explosion proof signaling and call point family with global approvals
E2S Warning Signals, an independent signaling manufacturer, offers a comprehensive range hazardous location and explosion proof alarm horn sounders, Xenon strobes, LED beacons, loudspeakers, push buttons and call points. The GNEx family, which features GRP housings and sealing to IP66, is approved by IECEx and ATEX for Zone 1, 2, 21 and 22 use. The…
Ultra-durable LED lights rated with up to 50,000 hours lifespan
Binder USA offers LED lights constructed with stainless steel for a durable shell that is IP69K rated when mated to a binder molded connector. A 120-degree angle of illumination is provided and 50,000 hours of reliable lighting ensures dependable results from the binder LED light bar. For simple and flexible installation, binder provides mounting brackets…
Small LED indicator for thick panels
Wilbrecht LEDCO, Inc., a Microprecision Electronics company, is pleased to announce a new, longer M6 thread 3mm CDLB series panel LED. This enables customers to design panels with 3mm LEDs to their own specifications, eliminating the need to change to larger LEDs to fit thick panels. The new CDLB series mounts in panels up to…
Safety grid system for access and perimeter guarding
Banner Engineering, a leading provider of technology for industrial automation, announced the release of the SGS safety grid system for safeguarding equipment access points and long-range perimeters. SGS Safety Grid Systems are Type 4 safety devices that create a grid of two, three, or four light beams over a protective height of 500, 800, 900,…
PATLITE CWF LED tool light for industrial workspaces
PATLITE (U.S.A.) Corp. now sells an industrial-grade LED work light that efficiently illuminates workstations, machinery, and control cabinets. Featuring efficient and long-life LEDs, the CWF is available in three sizes (300, 600, and 900 mm) and provides bright and even light through a diffused lens — creating safe and productive work spaces with no hot…
Compact Southco actuator simplifies upgrade from mechanical to electronic latching
Southco Inc. now sells an expanded its line of electronic access setups — including a compact electronic actuator that simplifies the upgrade from mechanical to electronic access. Southco’s AC-EM 05 Electronic Actuator offers an economical option for getting electronic actuation of Southco’s R4-05 Micro Rotary Latch series and other mechanical latches. When connected to an…