In the automotive industry, manufacturers are working on production concepts that eliminate the need for fixed conveyor equipment such as assembly belts and suspension tracks. In their test factories, several car manufacturers are currently acquiring experience with such concepts. The Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (IPA) has also set up a test factory…

STEUTE’s Series ES 98 / EM 98 safety-rated limit switches feature positive-break NC contacts to provide an ideal means for monitoring the opening of a machine guard/access door. Available with a variety of actuator styles for application versatility. Its corrosion-resistant metal housing and IP69K rating assure reliable operation in challenging environments. Features: Switching System: Positive-break…

Steute Industrial Controls, Inc. offers a wide assortment of wireless pushbutton and selector switches featuring internal electrodynamic energy generator. No battery required. Actuation sends a unique, coded telegram to one or more compatible, easily-programmed Receivers. Receiver sends confirmation of received telegram. If pushbutton actuator does not receive the confirmation signal within 15 ms, it transmits…