The Hirschmann EAGLE40 Next-Generation Firewall aims to offer optimal cybersecurity to industrial and process automation systems by hardening networks at the factory floor.
The UniStream PLC is a multi-function controller from Unitronics that offers communication support and introduces the concept of a virtual HMI whereby the PLC stores and runs the program logic as well as the HMI user application within the PLC itself. This allows users to view and operate a machine or to access it remotely.
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has released Exaquantum R3.20, an enhanced version of its plant information management system (PIMS) software package in the OpreX Asset Operations and Optimisation family.
Pleora Technologies has introduced a machine vision artificial intelligence (AI) platform that is said to simplify the deployment of advanced machine learning capabilities to improve the reliability and lower the cost of visual quality inspection.
Opto 22 has launched groov RIO, a family of intelligent, distributed input/output (I/O) for IIoT and automation applications.
The latest addition to the Lenze i500 inverter range, the i550 protec, has been designed for decentralised drive tasks and comes with IP66 protection class, IO-Link connectivity and a power range of up to 75 kW.
Mitsubishi Electric has introduced its smallest and most powerful compact PLC to date. The aim of the FX5UC series Micro PLC is to give more machine builders and manufacturers more functionality in a smaller space - while also providing web access and network connectivity.
The AMS Wireless Vibration Monitor is a low-cost, easy-to-deploy, vibration sensor from Emerson. It is able to perform prescriptive analytics on vibration data using native software to automatically identify failure modes and prevent potential problems involving rotating assets.
FANUC has made improvements to its R-2000 series robot with the introduction of the hollow-armed R-2000iD.
WEG has launched two extended versions of its CFW500 series of variable speed drives (VSDs).
The scope of the MiR – an autonomous mobile robot (AMR) from RARUK Automation – has been extended with the addition of the MiR Shelf Lift.
RS Components (RS) has introduced two PLC starter packs from Allen-Bradley, part of the Rockwell Automation group.
Durapipe UK has launched a new network controlled actuated valve.
SICK has extended its Sensor Integration Machine (SIM) family with the launch of two one-box processing hubs that fuse decentralised, multi-sensor co-operation with field-to-cloud connectivity.
FANUC has launched its first lightweight collaborative robot – the CRX-10iA.
A rugged generation of computers for visualising process information – the industrial box thin clients from Pepperl + Fuchs – have been developed for use in harsh conditions and 24/7 operation in industrial environments.
Siemens has launched a new generation of machine-level block I/O devices.
Emerson has added two new Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions to its Plantweb Insight data analytics platform. The aim is to help to transform the way enterprise-level wireless network infrastructure is managed.
Pepperl+Fuchs believes it is the first company to offer IO-Link masters with an OPC UA interface, helping to pave the way for end-to-end, transparent, and seamless communication from field level to the cloud.