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Power electronics. Without a reliable, flexible power supply with direct or alternating voltage, neither process technology nor plant and mechanical engineering can function smoothly and without interruption.
read more...Environmentally friendly alternative
With its Innopack Kisters tray packers, KHS now also enables beverage and food cans to be wrapped in paper as an alternative to shrink film or wrap-around cartons.
read more...Managed switches from Weidmüller
The managed switches in Weidmüller's Advanced Line support protocols such as STP/RSTP or SNMP and can be configured via a browser-based web interface.
read more...HMS introduces eCatcher Mobile KPIs, an update to its app that allows users to check the status and performance of their machines equipped with an Ewon router live from any location.
read more...Radial grippers and rotary actuators
Camozzi is presenting a new radial gripper series that is suitable for both the food industry and assembly. The manufacturer is also presenting new rotary actuators for the assembly and packaging industry.
read more...According to the 7th VDMA Flash Survey, the majority of mechanical engineering companies are confident that nominal sales will increase again as early as 2021. However, according to the VDMA, this optimism should be treated with caution.
read more...With the new IOL-Portable from Di-Soric, operating and service personnel can demonstrate, test and configure IO-Link devices on the spot and put them into operation within a few minutes.
read more...With the GA500 and GA700 inverters from Yaskawa, the "Drive Programming Simulator" can be used to clarify in advance how the inverter will behave during operation.
read more...Siemens implemented the conveyor technology for the final assembly of the Porsche Taycan. AGVs transport the car bodies from one production station to the next, while heavy-duty and rotating-lifting hangers enable ergonomic working.
read more...Swivel rotary modules from Jung
Jung is expanding its product range of dynamic endless rotary axes with a series of 2- and/or 1-channel rotary feedthroughs for connecting pneumatic grippers and vacuum suction pads.
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