PROTOTYPING

Large Part 3d Scanner

shipping its self-contained print farm system, the Mosaic Array, which incorporates four of the company’s Element HT 3D FFF printers.

Creaform announced the launch of its MAX Series of HandySCAN 3D scanners. Designed to acquire 3D measurements of large and complex surfaces, the handheld scanner line offers a 3D scanning area of approximately 1m x 1m to facilitate the measurement of par ts or assemblies up to 15m.

It also features multiple scanning modes ranging from fast scanning time to maximum resolution. The metrology-grade scanner also features volumetric accuracy of 0.100mm + 0.015 mm/m, ISO 17025 accreditation and compliance with the VDI/VDE 2634 part 3 standard.

Additionally, MAX series includes Creaform’s dynamic referencing algorithms. K ey features include Flex Volume, which allows short standoff distance scanning and high speed measurement of large parts from a longer standoff distance.

The scanner’s Smart Surface Algorithm features image processing combined with AI to optimize surface measurements while Real-Time Calibration integrates the calibration step directly into the scanning workflow.

www.creaform3d.com

3d Printer Farm

Mosaic Manufacturing announced it has begun

The Element HT feature a 14 x 14 x 14-inch build volume that can print up to 8 materials in a single part. Each printer also features a heated build volume and includes a high temp head (up to 500ºC) and a low temp head (up to 300ºC) that can be swapped out without tools. In total, the Array accommodates up to 32 individual material spools.

ATEX certification and IECEx/cETLus listing. In addition to its explosion proof approvals, the high voltage servo motor offers speeds up to 7,500 rpm with high torque density, the company says. It also offers resolver feedback and a built-in thermostat. Goldline EBH servo motor s are offered in frame sizes 1 - 6. They join other explosion proof motors in the Goldline EB family that meet ATEX/IECEx standards, and more specifically CE 0081 Ex II 2 G Ex d IIB T3 Gb –40ºC ≤ Ta ≤ 40ºC. This classification means the motors are suitable for use in any above-ground industry where easily ignited gases are likely to be present in the atmosphere for 10 to 1,000 hours/year during normal operation (Zones 1 and 2). www.electromate.com

Fluid Power

Digital Valve Controller

Emerson has announced the Fisher FIELDVUE DVC7K Digital Valve Controller. The controller features Advice at the Device technology with embedded computing and

To manage and switch between different build materials, or a back up of the same mater ial, the system includes the Palette X, an industrial version of the company’s Palette 3 multi-material management system.

In total, the company offers 16 Array-compatible build materials, including PLA, PETG and ABS, flexible materials like TPU and industrial materials like PEEK and PEKK, as well as three support materials. In addition, the system also supports third-party build materials, the company says. Once a print is complete, the Array’s robotic gantry system automatically removes the par t from the printer. www.mosaicmfg.com

Motors

Explosion Proof Servo Motors

Kollmorgen announced that its Goldline EBH 480VAC servo motor has attained analytics that convert raw data into actionable information within the device. Available as accessories for control and on-off valves, the DVC7K interprets data using onboard edge computing to analyze issues. If analysis reveals a problem, an alert is created, which can be viewed locally or remotely. All alerts include recommended actions to fix the problem. All infor mation can be viewed on the controller’s interface, via Bluetooth, or remotely transmitted to a host. www.emerson.com

Valve Trim Technology

Emerson announced its Fisher Whisper Trim Technology for use in both rotary and globe valves that addresses noise issues. Control valve noise is created by high pressure drops across a valve, which generate high velocities as the fluid moves through the narrowed passages in the valve body. Rotary valves are inherently prone to higher noise levels due to their trim configuration. The Fisher Whisper Trim offers up to 20 A-weighted decibels (dBA) of sound level reduction, a 10 dBA improvement compared to traditionally manufactured solutions. This noise reduction is achieved while largely maintaining the high flow capacities. A selection of low noise trims is currently available. Emerson.com

Liquid Nozzle

EXAIR’s unveiled its 1/8 NPT HollowStream liquid atomizing spray nozzle, which provides a hollow cone spray pattern. Its tangential flow design is vaneless, with wide open internal features to resist clogging while producing a uniform distribution in a r ing pattern with medium to large droplets. The open, right-angle design is suited to applications involving liquids that are thicker, or contain particulates, up to 250 psi. The liquid atomizing nozzles feature a stainless steel construction adds to its corrosion resistance. They are CE compliant and available in a variety of flow rates. They complement EXAIR’s large line of 1/8, 1/4 and 1/2 NPT Air Atomizing and No Drip Air Atomizing Spray nozzles. www.exair.com

ELECTRICAL SWITCH-MODE POWER SUPPLIES

AutomationDirect has added the RHINO PRO PSRP and RHINO TOUGH PSRT series power supplies. The PSRP series power supplies feature a space-saving design with push-in connectors, an aluminum housing and multiple DC power options. Those options include a single-phase input unit with 12VDC output at 120W; Single-phase input models with 24 VDC outputs at up to 480W; and three-phase input models with 24VDC outputs at up to 960W. The RHINO TOUGH PSRT series are fully encapsulated, IP67 rated, field-mountable and suitable for harsh environments. They are available with 24VDC outputs in 100and 200-watt capacities. Both series are UL listed, CSA approved, CE marked and RoHS compliant. www.automationdirect. com

AC-DC POWER SUPPLIES

The Polytron Division of Daburn Electronics has introduced its PFEV Series of AC-DC power modules for electric vehicle (EV) charger installations. The series comes in versions delivering 20 to 150 watts and meets the latest over-voltage category (OVC) III requirements for safety. PFEV ACDC power modules accept a 90-305V AC universal input range and no-load power consumption is <0.1W. The units meet UL/IEC/EN 62368-1, IEC/EN 61558-1, IEC/EN 61558-2-16 and IEC/EN 60335-1 safety standards. The PFEV ACDC power module series comes in compact sizes from 2.07 x 1.08 x 0.93 inches (52.58 x 27.43 x 23.62 mm) for the 20-watt version to 3.5 x 2.5 x 1.06 inches (88.9 x 63.5 x 26.92 mm) for the 150-watt version. www.daburn.com

Electronic Circuit Breaker

WAGO unveiled its 24VDC, 1-channel electronic circuit breaker, which features device status LED indicator s and the ability to configure all S2 output variants. The output configuration is available in seven different modes including tripped, channel state, or early current threshold indicators. In addition, the ECB line includes an indented tool-operated utton to access the man ual reset wheel. The line comes in a 6mm-wide housing and offers an operating temperature range from -25 to 70°C. On adjustable units, current limits can be set via a discreet setting wheel instead of a sequence of inputs on a manual input wheel.

www.wago.com

Timer Relays

AutomationDirect has added the Pro Sense T30R series of timer relays that f eature a 30A SPDT output contact that controls loads without requiring a separate contactor. These single-func tion timer relays are av able in on-de lay, off-delay, fleeting and cyclic mode timing options and offer a rotary switch adjustment with timing ranges up to 10 hours. The timer relays are encapsulated for resistance to harsh environments and utilize a microprocessor-based design for accuracy and repeatability. The ProSense T30R series timer relays are UL recognized, CE marked and RoHS compliant.

www.automationdirect.com

PLAIN BEARING

Power Transmission

igus has introduced its iglide ECO P210, a plain bearing made from recycled plastic. The chemical-resistant variant bearing is manufactured using regranulate made from sprue and defective injection-molded parts. The ECO P210 plain bearing has been designed for use in machines that regularly come into contact with chemicals. The bearing has a maximum recommended surface pressure of 50MPa at room temperature and can operate between -40°C (-40°F) and 100°C (212°F). Like all igus plain bearing materials, it does not require external lubrication with oil or grease. The ECO P210 is the fifth product in the iglide ECO family. Other materials available include ECO H, ECO P, ECO G, and ECO A180. According to igus, all ECO materials consist of at least 97 percent recycled plastic. www.igus.com

CLEAN-IN-PLACE LATCHES

JW Winco introduced its Hygienic Design GN 1150 latches that can be cleaned in place. The most recent HD standard part, GN 1150 refers to cam latches of stainless steel with FDA-compliant seals of EPDM and TPU. Due to these seals, the latches have no dead spaces for dirt to collect. The GN 1150 is available in two versions: The “front hygiene” version (FH) offers the HD standard on the actuation side, while the inside satisfies the typical requirements. The “full hygiene” design (VH) features additional seals for HD quality, even on the latch arm side. Both versions offer protection class IP 66 according to DIN EN 60529, meaning that they protect against the ingress of dust and heavy streams of water. www.jwwinco.ca

Sensors

Inclinometers

POSITAL has added inclinometer model with analog communications interf aces to its TILTIX line. The latest TILTIX models incorporate 3-axis MEMS accelerometer sensors that reduce cross-axis sensitivity and improve measurement accuracy to ± 0.1 degrees over the full range of tilt angles. The models feature a programmable function that allows measurement range to be set via software updates. These instruments can be set up so that their full output range (4-20 mA, 0-5 Volts or 0-10 Volts) spans the expected range of motion. TILTIX inclinometers can also be programmed to act as limit warning switches, as well as to function as a single axis (0-360°), two-axis (± 90°), or 2-axis pitch/roll (± 180°) sensors. Signal filtering methods include moving average, recursive, Butterworth, critical damping and Kalman filter ing. They are available in either fiber-reinforced plastic housings or IP69K-rated metal enclosures.

www.posital.com

Proximity Sensors

AutomationDirect has added Balluff BCS series capacitive proximity sensors to their selection of object detection sensors. They are available in 12 to 30mm tubular, 50mm round and small rectangular body styles and offer sensing distances up to 30mm. These

DC-powered sensors feature stainless steel or thermoplastic housings with protection ratings up to IP67 for harsh industrial environments. The BCS series capacitive proximity sensors are UL listed, RoHS compliant, and UKCA and CE marked. automationdirect.com

Line Scan Camera

Emergent Vision Technologies debuted its PACE LR-4KG35, a 10GigE line scan camera. Through its 10GigE SFP+ interface, the camera reaches a top single line rate of 172KHz. The line scan camera features the 4Kx2 Gpixel GL3504 CMOS image sensor, with a 3.5x3.5µm pixel cell size and a 14.336mm sensor scanning width. emergentvisiontec.com

Both GigE Vision and GenICam compliant, the camera allows cable lengths from 1M up to 10KM without the need for fiber converters/repeaters. The camera also provides both 8-bit and 10-bit modes with 4Kx2 resolution and a dynamic range of 66 dB. Available in both monochrome (LR-4KG35-M) and color (LR-4KG35-C) versions, the cameras can be used with Windows 7, 8, and 10 and Linux (64 bit) operating systems.