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Machine Monitoring and Analytics Software

Beckhoff, Beckhoff.com

TwinCAT Analytics software from Beckhoff offers a complete workflow from acquisition of data through to its storage and analysis to dashboards for continuous machine monitoring. Traditional condition monitoring algorithms are also now available in TwinCAT Analytics with no programming requirements. This addition optimizes standard workflow and spontaneous measurements. The TwinCAT Condition Monitoring library includes numerous algorithms that support moment coefficients, discrete classification, and vibration assessment according to ISO standards, in addition to functions such as magnitude spectrum, envelope spectrum, zoom FFT, and multiple RMS calculations.

ISO 6432 Round Cylinders

Festo, festo.com

The new DSNU-S round cylinder is the latest response from Festo to the need of machine designers for smaller versions of standard components so they can shrink the footprint of their machines or production lines accordingly. The DSNU-S is up to 40% slimmer, 35 mm shorter, and 50% lighter than its ISO counterpart DSNU of the same bore and stroke length. The DSNU-S is designed for direct mount installation and built for reliability and a long service life thanks to its low-wear polyurethane (PUR) seals and corrosion resistant piston rod and housing.

Safety Door Switches

Omron, omron.com

The Omron D41 RFID-monitored door switches minimize accident possibilities while simplifying the design process with a single product family. This new door switch series is a flexible option that protects operators requiring partial or full-body access to machinery in various applications across different industries. All models offer quick automatic pairing that helps reduce commissioning time, along with three-color LED indicators and diagnostic outputs that ensure the highest level of protection according to ISO 14119.

Medium-Voltage Drive

Rockwell Automation, rockwellautomation.com

The new PowerFlex 6000T medium-voltage drive from Rockwell Automation delivers high performance in a reduced space. The drive accepts up to 13.8 kV primary voltage and is 2,310 to 3,010 mm wide. The PowerFlex 6000T drive provides cost savings by allowing the direct connection of high-voltage feeds from the main distribution line without any additional step-down transformer or substation equipment. The new A-Frame PowerFlex 6000T drive also offers faster commissioning with adaptive control, energy savings with an economizer mode, and reduced downtime with predictive maintenance.

Mass Flow Controller

Brooks Instrument, brooksinstrument.com

The new GP200 Series from Brooks Instrument is the first fully pressure-insensitive pressurebased mass flow controller (P-MFC) designed specifically for etch and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) processes in semiconductor manufacturing. Mass flow controllers (MFCs) are the most important component in the gas delivery systems used to produce silicon wafers. MFCs must precisely deliver inert, corrosive, and reactive gases to the process chamber, even when operating at very low vapor pressures. The GP200 Series P-MFC operates well in highvacuum conditions and above atmospheric pressure conditions that are intrinsic to etch and CVD processes. In comparison, conventional discrete P-MFCs can operate under high-vacuum conditions but degrade in performance and control range as the outlet pressures increase. By offering a greater operating range than conventional P-MFCs, the GP200 Series can improve etch process performance and expand the application scope to include CVD processes.

Parallel Shaft Gear Units

Nord Gear Corporation, nord.com

Nord’s redesigned line of small “clincher” parallel gear units showcase increased power and torque capacity for a variety of applications. These reengineered versions will be replacing the existing SK0182NB, 0282NB, and 1382NB units. They are lightweight, have improved heat dissipation, are more cost-effective, and are available with Nord nsd tupHTM sealed surface conversion for wash-down and extreme environments. Small clincher units include the SK0182.1, 0282.1, and 1282.1/1382.1, and are offered with a standard die-cast aluminum housing. Additionally, the SK1282.1/1382.1 unit are also available with a cast-iron housing, which is required for the Nord screw conveyor package and spread bearing designs (VL2/VL3).

Serial Controller and Carrier Card

Abaco Systems, abaco.com

Abaco Systems has announced the PMC523 16-port serial controller and the SPR518 PCI Express XMC carrier card. The PMC523 is a flexible technology insertion which integrates multiple serial I/O channels onto single board computers (SBCs) with PCI Mezzanine Card (PMC) sites. Its efficient design packages 16 serial channels onto a single PMC. Additionally, this serial controller utilizes dual octal UARTs to increase overall performance through reduction of programmed I/O operations. The SPR518 provides an upgrade path for customers by offering a replacement for the existing SPR418A. This card is a short form factor PCI Express (PCIe) carrier for XMC modules which allows for use with traditional PCs. The PCIe interface provides for unimpeded data transfers at the full rate supported by the mezzanine card and is enhanced by a PCIe Gen3 Redriver.

Edge AI Platform

Lenovo, lenovo.com

The ThinkEdge SE70 is an artificial intelligence (AI) edge platform for the enterprise. A version of the ThinkEdge SE70 will be offered with AWS Panorama Device SDK pre-installed, allowing enterprise customers to transform every-day IP cameras into ‘smart’ cameras that run CV apps at the edge. AWS Panorama enables tasks to be automated that have traditionally required human inspection to improve visibility into potential issues. For example, AWS Panorama can be used to track assets in facilities and monitor inventory levels on shelves–even in environments with limited internet bandwidth. Moreover, the new ThinkEdge AI-capable edge appliance is powered by NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX, a production ready, high-performance, small form factor, powerefficient system on module that is cloud-managed for enhanced security and ease of training and deploying a variety of AI and machine learning models to the edge.

Industrial Grade Solid State Drives

Innodisk, innodisk.com

The SATA 3TG6-P and 3TE7 series, as well as the PCIe Gen3x4 and Gen4x4 series are the world’s first industrial-grade 112-Layer 3D TLC solid state drives (SSDs). The new TLC SSD Series marks Innodisk’s continued development with 3D NAND design, bringing better efficiency, faster performance, and increased capacity. Compared to the previous 96-layer technology that offered a maximum of 2TB storage, the new 112-layer PCIe Gen 4x4 series increase the capacity to 8TB for U.2 SSD and 4TB for M.2 (P80). Beyond capacity increases, 112-layer is also faster, with the PCIe Gen 4x4 series clocking in at speeds up to 7500/6700 MB/s (8CH) and 3800/3000 MB/s (4CH).

Stereoscopic 3D Depth Sensing Cameras

eCapture, ecapturecamera.com

The new LifeSense G53 is 50x14.9x20mm in size and is designed for depth capture and object tracking in industrial applications driven by AI. eCapture plans to introduce a full range of depth map cameras to address the growing need for stereo imaging equipment over the next quarter. The first in the eCapture line, the G53 provides a 50-degree field of view and includes two mono sensor pairs for various resolutions of stereo, mono and depth disparity/distance map output via USB. The camera is designed for development of robots, automated guided vehicles, and autonomous mobile robots, as well as fast-motion depth capture.

Deep Learning Software for Machine Vision

Cognex Corporation, Cognex.com

Cognex Corporation has announced VisionPro 10.0 and VisionPro Deep Learning 2.0, two new releases in its VisionPro line of vision software. VisionPro 10.0 is an update to the company’s PC-based platform that delivers faster application performance and simpler application setup. VisionPro Deep Learning 2.0 is designed to integrate with VisionPro 10.0, enabling customers to combine deep learning and traditional vision tools in the same application. These new releases also introduce advanced vision tools for precision gauging and inspection applications.

Electric Actuator

Asahi/America, asahi-america.com

The Series 19 electric actuator from Asahi/America is offered in both smart and basic options. Compact and lightweight, the Series 19 is available in four operating configurations: on/off, modulating, failsafe, and modulating failsafe; and three sizes to meet valve torque requirements. The multi-voltage general purpose unit operates at a 75% duty cycle for more frequent cycling of the valve. Compatible with most PLCs, the Series 19 is designed for OEMs and skid manufacturers where space is at a premium, but power cannot be sacrificed. All Asahi/America Series 19 electric actuators come standard with multi-voltage capability, a visual position indicator; an LED light to indicate valve position or fault; auxiliary contacts; and a QR code for access to user manuals. The Series 19 also features a corrosion resistant NEMA 4X engineered resin enclosure with stainless steel trim to protect the unit’s reversing, brushless DC motor and permanently lubricated steel gear train.