Predictive maintenance is the best answer to minimizing the risks of equipment failure, however, monitoring practices in the past have been expensive, problematic or simply unreliable. The Smart Condition Monitoring promises to provide plant-wide 24-7 monitoring. With the Smart Condition Monitoring (SCM) system, operators can gain access to the status of rotating equipment. The system…

Demand for operational efficiencies such as greater visualization into a factory’s automation solutions portfolio has prompted Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. to introduce its latest human machine interface (HMI). The GT25 Wide HMI is an interface that monitors and controls machine components with a graphical touchscreen that connects to equipment such as PLCs, VFDs and servos.…

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…

Driven by end user demand for improved visualization into their automation solutions portfolio, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. has introduced the GT2107 Wide Series Human Machine Interface (HMI). The GT2107 is an interface that monitors and controls machine components with a graphical touchscreen that connects to equipment such as PLCs, VFDs and servos. This compact HMI…

In its continuing effort to help manufacturers leverage Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) opportunities to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. introduces an MTConnect® adapter to facilitate shop floor monitoring. MTConnect is an open standard that allows the sharing of a common language between machines and other electrical equipment from various…

The line of RV-F Series 6-axis robots in 35, 50 and 70 kg payloads addresses the need for higher capacity robots to meet the demands of today’s automated manufacturing processes. These robots also address applications that require longer reaches, including CNC machine tending, large material handling and assembly applications. The RV-35F, RV-50F, and RV-70F robots…

Responding to industry demand for integrated machine and plant control, the iQ-R series incorporates sequence, motion, safety, process and C language control into one platform. The control platform is for applications requiring integrated motion and safety control, tight synchronization between various processes and high production throughput. Applications include automotive, food and beverage, material handling, life…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation recently released MC Works64, a PC-based supervisory control and data acquisition software suite that improves the visibility of manufacturing operations. Graphical user interfaces, alarm and event management, and data logging and trending are core features supported by the MC Works64. Other key features of MC Works64 include: vector-based 2D and 3D graphics…

Responding to industry demand for a servo system with advanced functionality at a competitive price, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. introduces the MR-JE servo system. The MR-JE features the latest servo technology, including one-touch auto-tuning, vibration suppression, machine diagnosis functionality and high tolerance against instantaneous power failures. Because of its auto-tuning function, the MR-JE is especially…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. enters the decentralized drive market with the introduction of the PowerGate 66 IP66 / NEMA 4 variable frequency drive (VFD). The stand-alone VFD is an engineered solution incorporating a version of the Mitsubishi Electric E700 VFD into a custom made NEMA 4 (water resistant) enclosure for use in harsh environments. The…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. announced that it has selected MDT Software to join its e-F@ctory Alliance Program. MDT was selected because of its proven ability to solve the challenges of managing automation program changes. As an e-F@ctory Alliance product, MDT works with Mitsubishi Electric to ensure technical competence in providing change management support for Mitsubishi…

In a continuing effort to help its customers increase productivity and reduce total cost of ownership within industrial plants and manufacturing facilities, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. introduces the e-F@ctory Alliance Program. In addition to its own factory automation products and technologies, Mitsubishi Electric Automation now offers connections to complementary products from other vendors through the…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., announced the expansion of its WSS Series circuit breakers, as well as the phasing out of older models. Additions to the WSS Series include:…

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Maintaining tight tension control in printing presses is critical for quality. So when Mark Andy, a major manufacturer of flexo printing press machines, decided to upgrade the controls on its servo-driven inline flexographic printing presses, it looked to standardize its product line on a single architecture to improve the ability to support customers with the…

With the addition of new controllers, network, power supply, and I/O modules to its MELSEC-L Series lineup, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., continues to deliver innovative technology that provides better cost performance and faster return on investment.  The newly expanded product line results in more scalable machines and allows users to customize hardware configurations to align…

Addressing the demand for high performance programmable logic control in the price-sensitive factory automation market, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., introduces the FX3S Programmable Logic Controller. The newest PLC in the FX3 Series of PLCs, the compact FX3S maintains a high-level of functionality, while offering entry-level accessibility. Notable attributes of the FX3S PLC are its flexibility…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., has joined with Powerit Solutions to help industrial businesses reduce electricity costs and meet corporate sustainability goals. Mitsubishi Electric Automation’s EnergyPAQ energy monitoring system gives customers all the energy data they need; Powerit’s Spara Demand Manager (Spara DM™) software adds the ability to effectively manage electrical demand. The EnergyPAQ system is…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation has embedded two of the most commonly used expansion functions for micro programmable logic controllers – Ethernet communications and analog I/O – into its new FX3GE Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). The result is an all-in-one PLC that costs less than a comparably equipped standard micro PLC. The FX3GE significantly reduces equipment costs…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation reminds companies to take advantage of scheduled factory shutdowns during the upcoming July 4th weekend to perform proactive maintenance on CNC equipment. Preventive maintenance can increase equipment uptime and productivity, improve machine performance and save on costly repairs. “Preventing failures should always be a priority. One of the best times to be…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation created an online knowledge base to provide automation professionals with quick access to research and troubleshooting information. The knowledge base provides users with access to Mitsubishi Electric Automation technical and product information in one location. It offers a comprehensive compilation of videos, manuals, specifications and guides for installing, configuring and troubleshooting Mitsubishi…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation has launched a web site to give automation professionals easy access to information about its comprehensive industrial automation solutions. The new site is intended as a resource to illustrate Mitsubishi Electric’s broad range of industrial automation solutions and how they help businesses meet the needs of their markets and enrich everyday life.…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation introduced the F-series high-performance industrial robots for extremely dexterous, complex operations. These robots incorporate features that make it easier to perform applications that had previously been difficult or impossible. One such feature, the force sensor, in combination with coordinated motion and automatic collision avoidance, allows the creation of densely packed robot cells…

Mitsubishi Electric Automation has launched a web site to provide solutions specifically for the oil and gas, water and wastewater, and power generation industries. The new site is a dedicated resource that identifies common process industry challenges and how Mitsubishi Electric’s reliable, flexible and cost-efficient solutions are designed to overcome them. The new web site…

Driven byend user demand for mobility, improved visualization and better integration with an organization’s existing automation solutions portfolio, Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc., has added an extensive range of advanced capabilities to its GT16 Series Human Machine Interface (HMI). The GT16 Series HMI offers many key features designed to meet the increasing pressures of manufacturers, processors,…