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Improve your machine performance with the new Modicon M258 logic controllers
The Modicon M258 Logic Controller is part of our Flexible Machine Control approach, a key component of our MachineStruxure™ solution, which offers you maximum flexibility and optimized control of your machines.
With features such as speed control, counting, axis control, and communication functions, the Modicon M258 Logic Controller is developed specifically for machine builders (OEMs) in the packaging, conveying/storage, textile, and woodworking machine industries.
In association with our Modicon™ TM5 and TM7 modular I/O systems, the Modicon M258 improves machine flexibility while reducing costs by allowing local, remote or distributed automation architectures.
Main characteristics:
- CANopen , Ethernet embedded
- 8 embedded high-speed counters
- Basic processing time: 22 ns/Inst
- Programme memory: 128 K instructions
- RAM: 64 Mb / flash memory: 128 Mb
Integrate Cognex Checker 4G into your factory network.
The new Checker 4G vision sensor by Cognex offers the same powerful and easy-to-use setup Checker is known for plus Ethernet networking for remote setup and monitoring, PLC communication through EtherNet?IP (EIP) and PROFINET, and the ability to save inspection images to an FTP server.
Checker 4G Series is available in both high-speed and high-resolution models. In addition to Ethernet support, other special features include:
- Unlimited image transfer to FTP server
- High speed inspection 6,000 ppm
- Logic Editor for custom outputs
- Encoder based part tracking
- Multiple inspections
ITT Enidine - Wire Rope Isolators
ITT Enidine Inc.'s Wire Rope Isolators are comprised of stainless steel stranded cable, threaded through aluminum alloy retaining bars, crimped and mounted for effective vibration isolation. With their corrosion resistant, all-metal construction, ITT Enidine Inc. Wire Rope Isolators are environmentally stable, high-performance shock and vibration isolators that are unaffected by temperature extremes, chemicals, oils, ozone
and abrasives.
They are ideal for applications such as:
Chemical Processing Equipment
Electronic Cabinets
Pump, Generator & Compressor Isolation
Shipping Cases, Skids & ContainerFeaturing a patented crimping pattern, versatile mounting options and a variety of sizes, these helical isolator products can help ensure that your systems can effectively meet performance requirements in commercial, industrial, and defense industries. Enidine Incorporated's commitment to quality ensures that our products will satisfy the following industry standards: MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-167, MIL-S-901, MIL-E-5400, STANAG-042, BV43-44 and DEF-STND 0755.
ITT Enidine Inc.'s WRI products are ideally suited for a broad range of applications. If a standard solution is not available, Enidine Incorporated can custom design an isolator to suit your specifications. Some of the more common alternate materials (for improved corrosion resistance, for example) include the use of 316 SS for retainer bars, cable and hardware as well as the use of coated-wire (for clean room applications). Also, many different mounting options and reduced loop configurations are practical alternative options.
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Advantech offers complete fanless Box PCs with rugged, cableless designs for harsh industrial environments. With compact and rich IO, multiple expansion solutions and multiple mounting methods, these platforms are suitable for a wide variety of applications in a wide range of environments.
- The UNO-1000 series are DIN-rail, fanless BOX PCs
- The UNO-1100 series are DIN-rail, high performance fanless BOX PCs
- The UNO-2000 series are compact, embedded fanless BOX PCs with PC/104 extensions
- The UNO-2100 series are high performance fanless BOX PCs with PC/104 extensions
- The UNO-3000 series are front access, high performance fanless BOX PCs with PCI extensions
- The UNO-4000 series are Rackmountable, fanless BOX PCs with PCI extensions.
This next generation embedded computing platform has no moving parts, and is designed to be a low power, low heat dissipation system means that they can also be designed for a very wide operating temperature. Since they don't need space for cooling fans, or large heat sinks, or a hard disk drive, the footprint of the next generation embedded computing platform can be very small, and the entire system can be very light.
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Cognex - In-Sight 5605 5Megapixel Vision System
Cognex introduces the In-Sight® 5605, a high-resolution, self-contained vision system offering unprecedented power and flexibility for applications that require visualization of very small defects, even in a large field of view. The In-Sight 5605 offers the widest 
range of features and advantages available in a high-resolution vision system, including full 5.0 megapixel resolution, support for Gigabit Ethernet communication, IP67 rating to withstand dust and wash down, plus a full library of high-performance Cognex vision tools for easy application setup and reliable performance.
The In-Sight 5605 offers more than twice the resolution previously available with any In-Sight system.. With more pixels available and support for GigE communication, In-Sight's advanced vision tools can handle applications such as high-accuracy gauging, finding very small edge defects or reading ID codes from dozens of palletized products simultaneously with even greater speed and precision.
In-sight Product Guide
Cognex - In-Sight Track & Trace
Ready-to-deploy data capture and verification solution
In-Sight Track & Trace is:
Less expensive to install
Less complex to validate
Less costly to maintain
Whether you're looking for a standalone label inspection system, in the early stages of planning your traceability initiative, or you have active serialization projects, In-Sight® Track & Trace™ can meet your needs today and equip you for tomorrow's requirements.
In-Sight Track & Trace works with your In-Sight vision systems to create an identification and data verification solution for labels on pharmaceutical and medical device packaging.
- Reads 1D and 2D barcodes: Data Matrix, GS1-128, GS1 DataBar, Pharmacode and more
- Verifies correct ID code contents and the accuracy of printed text
- Supports GS1 Healthcare data standards and serialization requirements for ePedigree
- Ready for 21 CFR Part 11 validation
- Provides Data Matrix Mark Quality Assessment during production to detect changes in print quality
- Detects label misalignment and skew
Plus, the compact, all-in-one In-Sight "smart camera" systems are easier for you to maintain and validate for Part 11 compliance than most Windows® PC-based vision systems. The simple-to-use, touch screen friendly user interface can be easily integrated into a PC-based HMI or custom application. Or, for a ready-to-deploy solution, In-Sight Track & Trace can also be controlled using the Cognex VisionView operator interface panel (as seen above) or VisionView PC software.
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Colder Products Company is the leading provider of quick disconnect couplings, fittings and connectors for life sciences, industrial and chemical handling markets. Used in a broad range of applications, connection technologies from Colder allow flexible tubing to be quickly and safely connected and disconnected, reducing spills and increasing safety. Connect with Colder for cleaner, faster, safer and smarter connections.
Plastic:
Plastic quick disconnect couplings and fittings cover a wide range of fluid and air applications. Compatible with many general purpose and high-purity chemicals, lightweight plastic couplings are a popular choice for ease of use and manufacture.
Metal:
Chrome-plated brass couplings are designed for durability and an attractive appearance. We also offers die-cast zinc and aluminum couplings designed for high performance fluid handling.
Custom Parts:
For more than 30 years, Colder's engineering team has worked with customers around the world to design custom coupling and connector solutions. With solid modeling capabilities, prototype equipment, an expansive test lab and thousands of solutions, our engineers are fully equipped to tackle your custom project.
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Adept Quattro Robot
The Adept Quattro™ s650H parallel robot is specifically designed for high-speed manufacturing, packaging, material handling and assembly. The Adept Quattro rob
ot is the only parallel robot (or "delta robot") in the world that features a unique four-arm rotational platform designed for maximum speed, maximum acceleration and exceptional performance across the entire work envelope. Additionally, the powerful embedded amplifiers and compact controls in the Adept Quattro parallel robot make installation easy and enable saved workspace.
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Product features:
The Adept Quattro parallel robot (delta robot) features:
- 4 parallel (delta-configuration) arms with rotational platform design for high speeds
- 6 kg rated max. payload
- High-efficiency motors deliver high performance with more torque per amp
- Embedded SmartServo™ controls
- Large 1300 mm work envelope
- Maximum of 500 mm Z stroke
- High-resolution encoders provide high precision and superior slow-speed following
- Consistent speeds across entire work envelope increases productivity and reliability
- Provides increased flexibility and accuracy through integrated vision guidance
Benefits:
The Adept Quattro parallel robot (delta robot) provides:
- Increased productivity
- Higher product mix and changeover
- Reduced integration costs
- Accelerated time to market
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Adept ePLC
The Adept ePLC Connect Server software provides seamless connectivity with the customer supplied Ethernet/IP PLC. The supplied ePLC Connect hardware is preconfigured and ready for operation. All application programs and locations are defined and reside within the user's PLC. The ePLC Connect software interprets this data and commands the robot to move. It's as simple as that. Customers new to robotics can now easily install, program, operate and support high-performance robots.
Product Features:
- Provides full IEC61131-3 compliant interface
- Common Panel View interface
- Compatible with any Adept robot
- Full access to motion control parameters
- Automate pallet function supported
- Cartesian or joint angle coordinates
- Program directly using PLC's native language: Initialization, Programming, Jog Control, Tool I/O Control, Status Functions
Target Applications:
- Pick-and-Place
- Multiple pick-and-place locations supported
- Flexible drop-off or reject locations
- Part Transfer
- Screwdriving
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Parker - ACR 9600 Programmable Automation Controllers
The ACR96xx controllers combine PLC programming with advanced motion control. Includes ACR-View software with all configuration, programming and diagnotics tools in a single environment.
- IEC61131-3 Programming: Ladder, Structured Text and CFC
- Up to 16 PLC tasks: Timer, Cyclic and Interrupt
- PLCopen Motion Function Blocks
- Multi-axis interpolated motion function blocks
- Control of 16 ETHERNET Powerlink drives
- Up to 8 axes of servo or stepper control
- Ethernet, USB and serial communications
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ETHERNET Powerlink expands the ACR9000 family by adding real-time motion control over standard Ethernet. The high-speed digital communications network enhances machine performance and configuration possibilities while reducing set-up time and installation complexity.
- Control of 16 ETHERNET Powerlink drives
- Up to 8 axes of servo or stepper control
- 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
- USB 2.0
- EtherNet/IP compatibility
- ACR-View SDK with Tuning, Configuration and Diagnostic Tools
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Motors with integrated electronics, these compact, powerful and low cost motion control solutions will reduce system cost, design and assembly time for a large range of motion control applications.
MDrive® products are routinely used in applications demanding highly precise, controlled movement including: robotics • medical instruments • biomedical • clinical • chemistry platforms • lab automation • assembly • semiconductor • manufacturing • packaging • pharmaceutical processing • engraving • pick-and-place.
Integrated with MDrive stepper motor+driver products, revolutionary new Hybrid Motion Technology (HMT) prevents loss of synchronization due to transient or continued overload, extreme acceleration or deceleration, or excessive slew speed. Tomorrow's technology for today's products.
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Parker - Global FRL
The comprehensive Global Air Preparation System is available in three body sizes with either BSPP, BSPT, or NPT to accommodate thread type requirements.
Full featured filters, regulators, filter/regulators, and lubricators are available with a wide range of standard options to meet air preparation needs. Individual units can easily be assembled into various combinations, utilizing patented modular lightweight body connectors.
Parker - Isys Micro Valves
Simple Yet Flexible Valve Design
Back to back valve mounting offers 4 valves on a 42mm wide manifold, delivering a 10.5 wide valve solution with higher flow and reduced cost. Plug-in valve design combines solenoid wiring which reduces control system costs by eliminating connectors,
terminal strips, and junction boxes.
Isys Micro Applications
Packaging, Process Control, Alternative Energy Systems, Semiconductor, Automated Assembly, Dairy Systems, Fixturing Systems and Water Treatment Systems
This Isys Micro valve design offers functionality for a range of machine configurations:
- 25 Pin D-sub Connections for wiring on smaller machines with discrete outputs on the PLC.
- Moduflex Fieldbus provides simple node connections for larger machines with no additional inputs and outputs at the valve manifold.
- Isysnet Fieldbus offers full functionality for large, complex machines using many valves, inputs, and outputs. Isys Micro can have up to 4 Valve Driver Modules, controlling 32 valves each, coupled to a single fieldbus node. With bus extension capability using additional input and output modules at each expansion point, a full 256 inputs and 256 outputs can be connected, offering a simple wiring solution for decentralized machine control networks on Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and Profibus, where the inputs and outputs are directly attached to the valve manifold.
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Isysnet Fieldbus offers full functionality for large, complex machines using many valves, inputs, and outputs. IsysNet compatible valves can have up to 4 Valve Driver Modules, controlling 32 valves each, coupled to a single fieldbus node. With bus extension capability using additional input and output modules at each expansion point, a full 256 inputs and 256 outputs can be connected, offering a simple wiring solution for the machine.
Isysnet Fieldbus option provides a complete offering for decentralized machine control networks on Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and Profibus, where the inputs and outputs are directly attached to the valve manifold.
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Gen II Gearheads Provide Higher
Radial Load, Increased Service Life
and
Ease of Mounting
The Stealth Gen II Helical Planetary Gearheads incorporate design enhancements to provide superior performance for the most demanding high performance applications. Stealth Gen II incorporates dual angular contact bearings providing higher radial load capacities while maintaining high input speeds.
Design enhancements also include full complement needle bearings allowing for increased service life and extended warranties. Internal design changes and optimized gearing geometries allow for one fill level for any orientation, resulting in shortened part number designation and simplified order placement. Universal mounting kits provide
common mounting kits across multiple product lines to promote quicker deliveries and ease of mounting to any servo motor.
Features & Benefits
• Higher radial load capacity: Widely spaced angular contact output bearings
• Increased service life: Full complement needle planet bearings
• Universal mounting kits: Quicker deliveries and easier mounting
• High torque and low backlash: Helical planetary gearing
• High stiffness: Integral ring gear and rigid sun gear
• Higher gear wear resistance: Plasma Nitriting heat treating
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Pneumadyne - Custom Solutions & Manifolds
Perfecting miniature pneumatic products for over 30 years, Pneumadyne provides fluid handling solutions that meet customer defined performance requirements. Their experienced engineers welcome the opportunity to assist in the design and manufacture of custom products and manifold solutions. Pneumadyne's knowledge and expertise in fluid handling and precision machining are an advantage when developing custom components.
Pneumadyne is recognized around the world for designing and manufacturing high quality products for use in a wide variety of industries. Our products touch lives in many ways:
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Design and Engineering
The success of Pneumadyne lies chiefly in the design and engineering capabilities acquired through years of developing pneumatic products.
Manufacturing
Manufacturing quality is ensured through strict process control of CNC equipment - from our "high tech" 5-axis Swiss screw machines to our basic 2-axis lathes.
Molding Capability
Precision molded plastic parts are often essential components of Pneumadyne products. Our engineers work closely with tool designers at BPI, our sister company, to develop durable components which contribute to an extensive product life.
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Energy Efficient vacuum Generators
COAX® is an advanced solution for creating vacuum with compressed air. Based on Piab's multistage technology, COAX® cartridges are smaller, more efficient and more reliable than conventional ejectors, which allow for the design of a flexible, modular and efficient vacuum system.
A vacuum system based on COAX® technology can provide you with three times more vacuum flow than conventional systems, allowing you to increase speed with high reliability while reducing energy consumption. COAX® cartridges exist in several sizes (Midi, Mini & Micro) and models (Bi, Pi, Si, Ti & Xi), making them suitable for every application. The technology ensures excellent performance at both low and high feed pressures. Pumps based on COAX® technology can operate within the feed pressure range of 25 to 87 psi.
COAX MICRO
The two-stage COAX® cartridge MICRO is probably the world's smallest multistage vacuum ejector. Its low weight makes it suitable to integrate close to the suction point in high speed pick-and-place applications of small objects. The Bi03-2 is suitable for very low or fluctuating feed pressures, Xi2.5-2 is best for handling sealed objects.
COAX MINI
The two-stage COAX® cartridge MINI has small mounting dimensions and the three-stage COAX® cartridge MINI has high initial vacuum flow. The Pi cartridges offer high system reliability in case of fluctuating or low feed pressure and are suitable for handling sealed objects. The Si cartridges have large vacuum flow in relation to energy.
COAX MIDI
The two-stage COAX® cartridge MIDI has small mounting dimensions and the three-stage COAX® cartridge MIDI has high initial vacuum flow. The MIDI cartridges are efficient generators of blow-air and are also suitable for fast evacuation of large volumes. The Pi cartridge is recommended for non-leaking applications, or if the feed pressure.
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piINLINE™ is Piab's new range of energy-efficient, easy-to-use inline vacuum ejectors based on COAX® technology. The piINLINE Micro uses on average 50 % less energy than comparable products, which means 
significantly less energy consumption and lower carbon emissions. Sound levels are also lower, which creates a better working environment.
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PIAB - piGRIP®
A modular suction cup that fits most machines that can be optimized for handling almost all materials. piGRIP's five different lip types ensure the right hardness/softness a
nd sealing capability for your material. Combined with the firm bellows, piGRIP is stable enough to handle faster accelerations and more high speed lifts as compared to traditional cups.
- Materials that are in accordance with FDA are available for the food industry
- 100% Recyclable and separable material contribute to an environmentally friendly and sustainable waste management program as opposed to cup materials like PVC
- Can be used in high temperature applications such as injection molding.