Tolomatic's All-in-One Servo, The ACSI

What is the ACSI?

The ACSI is a cost-effective solution for automating additional axes of motion with simple control options via digital I/O or industrial EtherNet/IP. It's an easy-to-use servo motor/drive/controller developed specifically to be used with electric actuators.

The ACSI with an integrated servo motor creates a space-saving machine design by eliminating a drive in a cabinet. The ACSI can be controlled with simple digital I/O or robust Ethernet: EtherNet/IP and Modbus TCP. Optimized for linear or rotary operation. With built-in configurations for all of Tolomatic's electric actuators, the ACSI creates linear motion quickly and easily in the desired linear units.

The ACSI Integrated Servo Motor/Drive/Controller Offers These Features:

• Nema-23 and Nema-34 frame sizes
• IP65 rating
• M12 connectors
• 10Vdc to 60Vdc input supply
• Dual Ethernet ports supports star, daisy-chain, and ring topologies
• ODVA conformant and Plugfest certified EtherNet/IP

For questions, or for a quote, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Who Let The Dogs Out? Siemens Sirius ACT ID Key-Operated Switch Will Tell You!

If you're frustrated by compromised passwords on HMI screens, Siemens provides a key ring-friendly RFID access stick/receptacle solution. Siemens ID key-operated switches connected to an IO link master can individually ID and monitor each key. ID key-operated switches are used in place of conventional key-operated switches, where the enabling of certain functions is required.

The Sirius ACT key-operated switch is an electronic switch based on RFID technology, helping you increase security in your application by identifying and authorizing single users and user groups.

In the video below, join one of C&E's Automation Specialists, Larry Ponziani, as he introduces the new product in the Sirius ACT group of control products from Siemens.

For questions, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

Powerful Software Upgrades for Banner VE Series Smart Cameras

Banner has released upgrades to their Vision Manager software for the VE series smart camera, making the PC programming software even more powerful. Individual tool results, such as X and Y coordinates, can now be exported over EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus/TCP with the new Industrial Protocol Flexible Map feature. Use the Logic tool to combine tool results using Boolean logic or to drive discrete outputs from tool results. The latest version of Banner's Vision Manager software is free and available now.

Vision Manager Software Upgrade:

• Support for the new, lower resolution WVGA and 1.3MP cameras, in addition to the 2MP camera
• Create custom Industrial Ethernet maps to export individual tool results
• Combine tool results or drive discrete IO using the Logic Tool
• Backup, restore, and reset to default settings through the emulator
• Choose to display only the image and annotations while in full screen image mode
• Image export sample application and source code now available

Banner Engineering's free and easy-to-use Vision Manager Software provides a number of tools and capabilities that enable VE Series Smart Cameras to solve a wide range of vision applications, such as item detection, part positioning, feature measurement, and flaw analysis.

For questions, or more information, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Banner's VE Series Smart Camera is Now Available in Two New Resolutions!

Banner Engineering's easy-to-use VE Series Smart Camera is now available in two new resolutions. The 1.3MP and WVGA resolutions have speed and price advantages compared to the 2MP model, but offer the same powerful inspection capabilities. With multiple resolutions now available, users can select the smart camera most suitable for their application.

Three Hardware Resolutions:

• 1.3MP - Recommended model for initial testing of an application
• WVGA - Operates at higher speeds than the 1.3MP and 2MP models and is well suited for applications where cost is a key consideration. This model is available for under $2000!
• 2MP - Capable of detecting smaller objects than the 1.3MP and WVGA cameras and has a larger field of view than these models

For questions, or more information, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Why Choose WireCrafters Machine Guarding: A Testimony to Its Benefits

Rich Riemer, with Southwest Solutions Group based in Dallas, TX, shares his testimony about why he has worked with WireCrafters for the past 5 years. Southwest Solutions Group is a company that helps "reduce business' operating costs by implementing solutions that will efficiently and effectively manage your organization's resources." Rich Riemer likes the design features WireCrafters offers that protect employees, the safety colors used, and the timely fashion in which everything is manufactured and delivered. Please enjoy the video below where Rich testifies to the quality of WireCrafters Machine Guarding.

For questions, or more information, please contact C&E sales at 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

Turck's New Smartphone UHF RFID Reader: Making it Easier to Track, Control, and Manage RFID Applications

Turck has expanded its RFID offering with an economical UHF handheld device. The PD-IDENT handheld provides a lightweight, easy-to-use smartphone RFID reader system. This device houses a UHF antenna and connects to the user's smartphone via the audio port. Also provided by Turck is a basic, multipurpose Turck RFID app for iOS and Android mobile devices.

The PD-IDENT measures at 159 x 95 x 39 millimeters, easily allowing it to fit in the palm of your hand. Additionally, the PD-IDENT allows for the accommodation of a multitude of smartphone designs. The solution also comes equipped with a lithium-Ion battery, which will last up to two hours of active scanning on a charge.

Thanks to a partnership between Turck and U Grok It, this solution was made possible and builds upon the core expertises of both companies. "Using the handheld reader, our customers will be able to track, control, and manage their RFID applications better than ever," said Randy Durick, Vice President of Fieldbus Technology at Turck. "This partnership allows Turck to provide an adaptable, economical UHF handheld solution for our customers and we look forward to our long-term partnership with U Grok It."

For questions, or more information, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

Expanding Application Possibilities For E-Stop Buttons

Providing additional protection against environmental hazards for their 30mm Emergency Stop Buttons, Banner Engineering has introduced their new Washdown Cover. The Washdown Cover provides extra protection without compromising device actuation or visibility. By raising the product rating up to IP69k, it expands the number of applications for which their E-Stop Buttons can be used. It's available in pre-installed kits or as a standalone product.

Banner Engineering's 30mm-mount Illuminated Emergency Stop button is an electro-mechanical emergency stop push button. It meets worldwide safety standards. They are easy to install and hookup with no assembly, individual wiring, or additional enclosures required.

Banner's 30mm mount E-stop buttons have an illuminated base that turns from yellow to flashing red when actuated. To reduce down time, the red flashing illumination of the E-stop button visibly alerts operators which button was pressed so they can quickly and easily fix the problem and only reset the button that was activated.

For questions or more information, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

Teledyne Dalsa Offers Their First Product in The "Vision Sensor" Space

The new BOA Spot is the first Teledyne Dalsa product offering in the "Vision Sensor" space, a segment of the market looking for easy-to-use, basic inspection capabilities at a low cost of ownership. Vision Sensors solve error proofing challenges that are beyond the capabilities of standard photoelectric sensors. They simplify system design and improve overall system robustness by replacing multiple photoelectric sensors and inspecting multiple part features at the same time. Vision sensors offer much more flexibility than traditional sensors for performing quality checks and eliminate the need for expensive fixturing by automatically compensating for part position variation. The new BOA Spot offers the power and flexibility of BOA vision with the ease-of-use and affordability of a Vision Sensor.



Other BOA Spot Features:

• Integrated light, lens, and processing
• Standard and high resolution sensor options
• M12 (standard) or C-mount lens options
• Easy-to-use GUI
• Embedded vision tools for matching, counting, feature finding, and measuring applications
• Built-in factory communication protocols
• FTP image transfers
• Multiple program storage
• Remote monitoring
• Compact industrial enclosure

For questions, or more information, please call C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

C&E's Industrial Automation Expo - Carmel, IN - Less Than A Week Away!

Join C&E's Industrial Automation Expo in Carmel, Indiana next week! This expo is no charge and lunch is provided. This expo will:

• Host a variety of workshops/seminars throughout the day highlighting SAFETY, AUTOMATION, SENSING, VISION, CONTROLS, and MOTION products
• Support all your questions and interests with our product specialists, technical support, and supplier representatives
• Have live demonstrations with working products

502 East Event Center

502 East Carmel Drive

Carmel, IN 46032

C&E's Industrial Automation Expo is manufacturers-driven to share ideas and technology, keeping manufacturing alive in America. Our vision is "To be recognized by our customers, suppliers, and employees as one of the Midwest market leaders and trusted advisors for industrial automation products and solutions. 

Seminar Descriptions:

• I/O Link - Turbo Charged Sensor and Field Device Connectivity
• More and more sensors and actuators today are already equipped with microprocessors which are used, for example, to control indication, for parameterization  and the storage of configuration data. For this reason; a lot of well-known manufacturers from the field of automation have come together and developed a fieldbus independent communication interface for sensors and actuators. Hosted by C&E Automation Specialist, Scott Henry
• Motion Control in a PLC... Machine Control in a Drive
• Discover what is possible with Siemens! Hear an overview on the built-in capabilities of Siemens PLC control for servo drives, and also the limitation which dictate a Motion Controller instead. Hosted by C&E Motion Specialist: Kevin Young
• The Robots Are Coming!
• Industrial robot use continues to expand and their use has become commonplace in many sectors of manufacturing. This presentation will provide attendees with a summary of the history of industrial robots and why & how they are being applied throughout manufacturing. Attendees will also gain insight into how several companies justified their automation projects using actual case studies. Hosted by: Dave Abair - Regional Sales Manager for Yaskawa - Motoman Robotics Division
• Automation System Modernization
• Hear from System Integrator DMC about the benefits of  Control Platform Modernization. You will learn in this session what modernization can do to help you improve your automation system, reduce project launch times and increase engineering efficiency. Hosted by DMC
• If full modernization is not in your planning; included in this presentation will be Siemens EIP Connectivity. We will show you how you can use products such as Siemens Drive and HMI's with your current Rockwell processor. Hosted by C&E Automation Specialist: Scott Henry
• Vision - Soup to Nutz - We Have The Right Solution
• Discover vision solutions ranging from the more simple to complex. Which camera system will be right for your application? Attend this seminar to get an overview of the possibilities. Hosted by C&E Vision Specialist: Tony Belter
• Safety - Multiple Solutions for Multiple Applications
• Discover how the power of the product portfolio and application knowledge of C& E can boost safety performance for your facility. Better Safe than Sorry; don't wait until it's too late! Hosted by C&E Safety Specialist: Heinz Knackstedt
• UHF RFID on the Factory Floor
• Industrial RFID systems can allow for part traceability and control in your manufacturing processes. UHF RFID has been utilized in warehousing and logistics for years. Deploying UHF RFID in an industrial setting has a unique set of challenges and Siemens has developed a set of products to address those challenges. Attend this seminar to learn how Siemens readers and deployment tools can solve your UHF applications. Hosted by: Nick Hobbs of Patti Engineering and Jeff Snyder of Siemens

For questions, or more information, please call C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you and we hope to see you at the show! 

New EtherNet/IP Encoders For High-Speed Applications From Turck

Turck has announced the availability of EtherNet/IP enabled encoders. These encoders provide an optical based solution with electronic multi-turn capabilities for position applications requiring feedback for customers using the EtherNet/IP and common industrial protocol interface.

The new EtherNet/IP encoders are available in both singleturn and multiturn variants, come with a diameter of 58 mm, offer a total resolution of up to 32 bits (16 for singleturn, 16 for multiturn), and have been designed specifically for high-speed applications. Allowing users to save time and cost, the encoders offer a requested packet interval time of 1 ms and allow operation in high-speed applications with up to a 1,000 Hz update frequency.

The RS-107/108 and RM-105/106 EtherNet/IP encoders offer Device Level Ring, allowing the network to stay active even if one direction of the communication bus lines is compromised. This is a bi-directional communication capability built into the encoder, meaning processes can continue while one unit is off-line. Additionally, due to their optical design, the encoders are highly immune to interference from magnetic fields.

For questions, or more information, please contact 800-228-2790. Thank you!

New in Double Sheet Detection: The Non-Contact Single Probe Detector from Prime Controls

Specifically designed for non-ferrous metals, the DS600 is the newest addition to Prime Controls' Double Sheet Detection solutions. The DS600 system pairs with a non-contact, single-probe sensor making it ideal for automation and robotic applications where sensing from one side is possible.

The DS600, when paired with a specific non-contact, single probe sensor, will detect non-ferrous metals (such as 300 Series Stainless Steel and Aluminum) with thicknesses ranging from .025mm to 3.81 mm. Housed in an IP65-rated enclosure, the DS600 unit is thoroughly protected in the typical shop floor environment.

Additional Features Available:

• DS600 Premium - A hands-off product, offering eight-slot calibration memory, easily selected through discrete I/O, for quick change-overs with no re-calibrations required. This model also provides threshold adjustments and variable timing during the detection process for better gauging of metal thickness and more defined measurements. 
• DS600 Premium Plus - With all the features of the DS600 Premium, the DS600 Premium Plus also offers additional memory, memory backup, and industrial communications capabilities to get the most out of the Double Sheet Detector. 

Join Jeff Rudy from Prime Controls for the "Metal Sensing - Double Sheet Detection" Webinar next Thursday, Oct. 13th. CLICK HERE, or call 800-228-2790, for more details. 

Attend One of Our Siemens Seminars at Our Upcoming Industrial Automation Expo!

C&E will be hosting an Industrial Automation Expo in Carmel, IN on Oct. 25th, 2016. Our expo is manufacturer's-driven to share ideas and technology keeping manufacturing alive in America. There will be workshops and seminars throughout the day highlighting safety, automation, sensing, vision, controls, and motion products. Below is a list of our variety of Siemens seminars that will be held during the expo. Please stop by for a visit and attend as many seminars as you'd like.

Motion Control in a PLC... Machine Control in a Drive:

• Discover what is possible with Siemens! Hear an overview on the built-in capabilities of Siemens PLC control for servo drives, and also the limitation which dictate a Motion Controller instead.

Rockwell to Siemens Conversions:

• Hear from a systems integrator to the possible benefits of a control platform conversion. You will also learn in this session how this process can be managed to be an efficient and effective task.

Siemens EIP Connectivity:

• If a conversion is not in your planning, included in this presentation will be Siemens EIP Connectivity. We will show you how you can use products such as Siemens Drives and HMI's with  your current Rockwell processor. Discover how simple this process can be with tools Siemens has added for your use.

UHF RFID On The Factory Floor:

• Industrial RFID systems can allow for part traceability and control in your manufacturing processes. UHF RFID has been utilized in warehousing and logistics for years. Deploying UHF RFID in an industrial setting has a unique set of challenges and Siemens has developed a set of products to address those challenges. Attend this seminar to learn how Siemens readers and deployment tools can solve your UHF applications. 

For more information about our Industrial Automation Expo, please visit www.cesales.com/expos or call 800-228-2790. We hope to see you there!

Delivering More Force And A Longer Service Life: The Tolomatic Hygienic Electric Cylinder

The Tolomatic ERD hygienic all-stainless-steel electric cylinder features a new roller screw option that increases the maximum thrust to 7868 lbf for expanded cylinder life and improved performance in high duty cycles over ball screw models. Tolomatic's ERD hygienic cylinders are IP69k-rated and are available with strokes up to 16 inches and speeds up to 22 inches (559mm)/second. They are ideal for clean-in-place operation as they can withstand high-temperature and high-pressure washdowns. The smooth body hygienic design eliminates the need for actuator guarding fixtures, which simplifies machine design and lowers costs.

ERD hygienic actuators are compatible with a variety of third-party stainless steel and white paint servo motors, creating a flexible, clean-in-place, electric linear motion solution. Motor mounting can be in-line with the actuator or in a reverse-parallel configuration that reduces overall length and allows for near pivot mounting. Models are shipped built-to-order in around 15 days.

For more information, please contact C&E sales at 800-228-2790. Thank you!

WireCrafters Woven Wire Mesh Partitions - Secure Storage

Woven wire mesh has become the staple across most industries for indoor fencing, machine guarding, tool cribs, and for securing inventory with pallet rack enclosures. It's low in cost, customizable, easily configurable, and virtually limitless in size.

WireCrafters can provide the right woven mesh product to meet your needs large or small. They have the capability to weave a variety of mesh sizes with their state-of-the-art equipment. The most popular size is a rectangular 2" x 1" mesh, using a 10 GA wire. WireCrafters also weaves a tighter 1/2" square mesh with a 12 GA wire and a larger 2" square opening with a heavier 6 GA wire.

The standard 2" x 1" mesh works well for basic wire partition requirements like tool cribs, inventory control cages, and secured storage cages, similar to what you would find in warehouses, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities. The smaller, tighter meshes, like the 1/2" square and the 3/4" square, have been used to secure data centers. The larger 2" square mesh with the heavier 6 GA wire is required when the partition needs to be heavy-duty. WireCrafters also manufacturers an 11 GA stainless steel wire mesh suitable for corrosive environments.

For more information, contact 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Visual Inspection Made Easier Based on The Eye's Response to Color

An interesting facet of the human eye's function is that we are most sensitive to green light. Studies show that the color Green is easiest to see because it's in the middle of the visible light spectrum. Using this knowledge, Banner has taken visual inspection to the next level and offers a multitude of green light application solutions. 

Why Does Green Light Work?

• Contrast from ambient light
• Reaction to materials and oils
• Operator stimulus
• Angle of reflectance
• Human Eye Response
• Most sensitive to green
• Green appears the brightest
• True in dark and bright ambient conditions

Applications:

• Stamping
• Surface inspection
• Class A surfaces
• Steel
• Carbon fiber

• Metals
• Weld inspection
• Crack inspection

• Glass
• Surface and edge inspection
• Windshields
• Windows

• Plastic
• Short shot detection
• Extrusion
• Molded parts

For questions, or more information, please call 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Dress Packs For Robotic Applications From Murrplastik

Murrplastik is able to provide fully populated dress pack solutions for any robotic application. Universal applicable fastening elements for all standard robots can be combined into individual designs that provide a rugged hardness for the hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic components contained within the dress pack. Murrplastik will assemble and ship the dress packs, including their cables, connectors, and other content as one unit.

Their specially developed cable protection conduits for complex robot applications can stand up to extreme stress and movement. Specially modified materials and special conduit geometry ensure optimal protection and long lives.

R-Tec Box

The R-Tec Box is an axis 3 to 6 energy package for industrial robots. It is specially designed to house the unique integrated spring return system which keeps the conduit tight to the robot so that it is not caught or in the way during operation. The spring package allows for the robot to make a wide range of movements while still keeping the cables and hoses organized, protected, and out of harm's way.


We can work with you to design a dress pack specific to your robot's application and environment. For more information, please contact your salesperson or call 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Turck Announces Open Faced Angle Sensors for Valve Position Monitoring in Harsh Environments

Turck announced two extensions of their inductive angle sensors for rotary actuators. Both new product offerings provide a rotary valve sensing solution ideally suited for harsh environments; one includes a stainless steel Minifast connector and the other, using a terminal chamber, provides ATEX and IECEx approvals.

The RI360-DSU utilizes the inductive resonant circuit measuring principle and introduces an innovative open face sensor design for rotary valve sensing. The RI360-DSU open faced inductive angle sensors deliver analog or discrete outputs and provide flexible mounting options previously not available from Turck.

Turck’s RI360-DSU inductive angle sensors are able to monitor quarter turn valves and three-way valves, while also detecting the valve position during cleaning cycles. Additionally, the sensors are capable of detecting the wear of seals, thus saving downtime from seals that are worn from switching cycles. For flexible operation, the sensors are available with switching or analog outputs.

The RI360P1-DSU35TC-ELI-EXI is available with ATEX and IECEx approvals. The RI360P1-DSU35-ELIU5X2-B1150/S1265 is available with a stainless steel Minifast connector.

Product Benefits:

• Contactless measuring principle
• Rugged housing
• Programmable measuring range
• Compact design
• Flexible mounting/options compatible with DSU mounting accessories
• Freely adjustable within 360°
• IP67 rated

For questions, or more information, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Automate Your Internal Transport With The MiR100 - Mobile Industrial Robot

MiR100 - An Efficient Mobile Robot for Transportation

The MiR100, from Mobile Industrial Robots, is a user-friendly and efficient mobile robot for automation of in-house transport and logistics solutions. In addition to efficiency and ease-of-use, the robot optimizes workflows by freeing staff resources and allowing you to increase productivity. Technology enables the robot to either "identify" its drive area and surroundings or import 3D drawings of the building layout. The MiR100 contains built-in sensors and cameras, allowing it to be used for collaborative operation. The robot can run safely in an environment with people as it automatically stops and routes around obstacles. 

Extra Benefits:

• Ready from Day 1
• Simple operation via smartphone, tablet, or PC
• Can be equipped with a variety of customized modules
• Has a carrying capacity of 100 kg and can tow approximately 300 kg

Flexibility:

• Navigation through its own map
• Avoids dynamic obstacles and alters routes quickly if necessary

Safety:

• Maneuvers safely around obstacles by using scanners, a 3D camera, and ultrasound
• Equipped with boggie suspension, a chassis serving as a modular subassembly of wheels and axles 

For questions, or more information, please contact C&E sales at 800-228-2790. C&E also has a MiR100 and would be glad to demo it for you! Thank you!

Detect the Invisible With Banner's New Clear Object Detection Sensor

Banner's latest addition to the QS18 series is a high-performance clear object detection sensor. To ensure reliable detection of transparent, translucent, and opaque targets at any distance between the sensor and the reflector, it has a polarized coaxial design. This clear object sensor has a fast 400 microsecond response time, making it an ideal choice for bottling or packaging applications.

Features:

• Coaxial optics enable reliable detection of targets to the face of the sensor with no dead zone
• The optional "Clear Tracking" automatic compensation algorithm provides long and reliable operation by compensating for dust buildup and ambient temperature changes
• Bright, visible red light spot makes alignment easy
• Long-range operation from face of sensor to 3m
• Easy configuration

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For questions or more information, please contact 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Looking for Metal Sensing Solutions? Prime Controls Has You Covered!

Prime Controls, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high quality metal sensors and controls for a multitude of industries. Whether you're in the can making, automotive, or metal forming industry, they have a metal sensing solution for you. Prime Controls, Inc. specializes in Double Metal Sheet Detection and is a supplier for Double End and Missing Tab Detectors. In addition to the products featured in the above video, highlighted below are a few more of the many options available from Prime Controls.

The DS150 is the basic detector for steel, tinplate, stainless steel, copper, brass, and other metals. It is easily able to detect a variety of metals due to its ability to automatically recognize and change its sensing signal based on the material type it's testing. Setup is easy as placing a single sheet between the probes and pressing the calibrate button so that the DS150 learns what a single sheet is.

The SC200 control features a single probe detection for small ferrous parts. The system will respond to either a small position or density change of a ferrous object. The corresponding FS12T18S probe uses a weak but concentrated magnetic field for detection, making it possible to detect small items with little to no magnetic pull. Due to its narrow field of view, the probe eliminates false detection from ferrous objects off to the side of the sensing face.

The DS1522 is considered the ultimate dual probe detection unit for all types of metal. It offers multi-gauge detection with the ability to store and recall 64 different stored calibrations. The DS1522 can alert the user to the detection of a double sheet (over thickness) condition and also the detection of less than a single sheet (under thickness). The DS1522 features remote calibration, automatic calibration trigger and calibration delay, and adjustable relay delays.

CLICK HERE for the Prime Controls Double Sheet Overview Brochure.

For questions, or more product information, please contact C&E sales at 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Turck's New PROFINET/PROFIsafe Hybrid Module Combines Standard and Safety I/Os in One Device

Turck is introducing the TBPN safety block I/O module, which is the first block I/O module to combine both standard and safety inputs/outputs in a single device.

The safety side of the PROFINET/PROFIsafe module has two safety inputs for connecting different safety sensors. Two additional safety channels can be used either as safety inputs or outputs. Additionally, the module offers two channels of internal safety outputs that can be used to remove power to the universal discrete I/O ports as well as one of the IO-Link ports on the standard side of the block.

The standard side of the PROFINET/PROFIsafe module has four universal discrete I/O ports for connecting general purpose signals and can switch up to 2 amps. In combination with Turck's I/O hubs, TBIL-M1-16XDP, users can connect up to 32 additional discrete I/O points to the module.

For questions or more information, please contact 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Baco Controls Now Offers a 22MM USB Connector

Baco Controls has now released a new 22MM USB interface 3.0 type A/A connector, part number L21VB03. Used in industrial environments, this connector is easy to install on a multitude of applications for data transmission between various devices.

The USB socket 22MM diameter Push-button panel is available with USB 3.0 connector and offering maximum data transfer speed. The protection hood integrated in the device ensures protection against jets of water, preventing any water or dirt from penetrating inside. With the USB socket, the user can easily connect USB devices - such as flash drives or data storage devices - without necessarily needing it to be opened.

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For questions or more information, please call 800-228-2790. Thank you!

Durability and Precision Measurement: Banner's LTF Long Range Accuracy Sensor Delivers Both

Banner L-GAGE LTF Series Long Range Accuracy Sensor

Providing durable, precise measurement for a variety of challenging target applications, the Banner LTF sensor offers solutions where other sensors fall short. The LTF sensor uses time-of-flight measurement, emitting a pulsed light, measuring the amount of time for the light to reflect off the object and return to the sensor to calculate the distance. This enables sensing in long-range applications across a wide variety of targets.

With high excess gain, high reliability, and ease-of-use, the LTF provides best-in-class performance. Dynamically adjusted laser power increases output for dark targets or objects at steep angles, while reducing power for shiny targets, providing accurate measurements across a wide range of challenging applications.  The LTF sensor offers easy setup without a manual, quick monitoring and troubleshooting, and no learning curve when transitioning between products. 

Join C&E for a webinar highlighting the Banner LTF. CLICK HERE for registration.

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For questions or more information, please call 1-800-228-2790. Thank you!

The Blue e+ Cooling Unit Series From Rittal - The Ultimate in Efficiency

Rittal has just released a new generation of cooling units called "Blue e+". It's a quantum leap in terms of cost-effectiveness. As well as providing far higher energy efficiency than existing cooling solutions, the units are also distinguished by their flexibility, safety, and ease of handling.

Efficiency - 75% energy saved due to speed-regulated components and heat pipe technology

Versatility - Suitable for international use due to unique multi-voltage capability

Longevity - Longer service life of the components inside the enclosure and the cooling unit due to component-friendly cooling

User-friendliness - Intuitive operation due to touch display and intelligent interfaces

A Revolution in Energy Efficiency Through Innovative Hybrid Technology

Unbelievably Efficient:

• Let hybrid technology take your cooling units' energy efficiency to a whole new level
• Active cooling circuit with speed-regulated components for demand-based cooling
• Integral heat pipe for passive cooling. Dissipates heat from the enclosure as soon as the ambient temperature falls below the setpoint

Amazingly Economical:

• Energy savings of up to 75%
• Component-friendly cooling for a longer service life
• A constant temperature inside the enclosure is ensured - with three control modes
• High operational reliability

Easier to Calculate:

• Determine your energy savings with the efficiency calculator
• TCO calculation includes all costs arising in the product's lifecycle
• Precise amortization calculation

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD CATALOG

Motion Control Plus Embedded Live Chat for Remote Support - Webinar

Join C&E for a FREE "Motion Control Plus Embedded Live Chat for Remote Support" webinar. This will be held Thursday, June 9th from 10:30am-11:30am.

In this webinar, one of C&E's Motion Specialists will review two methods of utilizing the built-in functionalities of a virtual network computing (VNC) connection present on the Kollmorgen AKI series screens. The discussion will focus on methods of accessing equipment at various locations for troubleshooting and correcting issues remotely, using the Internet and available built-in tools.

The VNC is operational with any method that allows you to access the target IP address, such as eWON.

Join us to learn how simple remote chatting and troubleshooting can be with your customers.


CLICK HERE for more information and registration.

New From Banner: The VE Smart Camera - Easy-to-Use With New Vision Setup Software

VE Series Smart Camera

• Compact, Durable, Versatile

• The VE Smart Camera is built to stand up to industrial environments and has many configuration options
• Durable Design
• Robust, aluminum housing for harsh environments
• C-mount lens for a variety of applications
• Compact size
• Optional lens cover provides an IP67-rated solution
• Status & Troubleshooting
• Bright status indicators to easily view camera status
• Two-line, eight-character display and push buttons enable troubleshooting and camera status
• Perform product change or trigger
• Troubleshoot and clear error
• Change or view IP address, MAC address, or speed
• Connections
• Ethernet connector with GigE transfer capability
• Power Banner Vision lights directly from the camera
• Six optically isolated I/O
• Intuitive Software

• VE Vision Manager software: Easy configuration, powerful functions
• Connect to camera, configure parameters, view inspection logs and access advanced menus
• Live image display with runtime editing
• Determine historic pass or fail information quickly
• Easily view sensor I/O status
• Configure input and test parameters in minutes

Join C&E for a FREE "Quality Inspection Technology" Webinar, featuring the new Banner VE Series Smart Camera. CLICK HERE for more information and registration!

CLICK HERE for the new VE Series Smart Camera Brochure! Please call 800-228-2790 for questions or more information.

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C&E Now Carries Heavy-Duty Safety Doors For Automated Processes From Assa Abloy

The Albany Rapid Protect 300, from Assa Abloy, is a heavy-duty machine protection door. It's a tough and reliable safety door for automated processes and production lines. The door features a tear-resistant curtain, making it able to withstand wind load and direct pressure and allowing installation close to the machine. Rapid opening and closing speeds help increase worker safety, work flow, and overall productivity.

Assa Abloy will be joining C&E sales at the upcoming Industrial Automation Expos. They would welcome the opportunity to address applications, questions, and interests. These expos will be held in West Chester, OH on May 24th and Evansville, IN on May 26th. Visit www.cesales.com/expos for more information and registration.

Albany RP300:

• Rapid opening and closing ensures short cycle times
• High reliability even after years of high numbers of cycles
• Versions conforming to various factory standards are possible
• Type tested machine protection door with fabric door blade

Door Design

The side frames and the top roll cover are made of aluminum profiles. The front cover can easily be removed and allows easy access for inspection and maintenance. The motor cover is made of a steel plate painted in aluminum color.

Windows

For process monitoring when the door is closed, various window variants are optionally available. On PVC curtains with colored reinforcement strips, there are large viewing areas. For all other variants of curtains, optional horizontal or vertical windows are integrated in the door curtain.

Door Curtain

Depending on the application, various door curtains and colors are available: from partially transparent PVC curtains with colored reinforcement stripes with a high degree of transparency to highly rigid RollTex and NomaTex.

Safety Features

The bottom profile is monitored by an electrical safety contact edge. A door line photocell also prevents the door from closing when objects are interfering. 

If you have any questions or would like more information, please call 800-228-2790. Thank you!

New Technician Locker Systems From WireCrafters

WireCrafters has unveiled their new Technician Locker Systems designed for drivers/technicians to enter the facility in a controlled environment and have all of their parts sorted and waiting in their designated lockers. A simple padlock can be utilized, however WireCrafters also offers a variety of locking systems in biometrics, key card readers, key pads, etc.

On the reverse side the parts manager can load all lockers from the inside of the WireCrafters cage system. All items stay separated and inaccessible from the technician side of the locker bay, allowing the driver/technician to only access their designated cell.

Common Configuration

Controlled access area within cage allows
parts managers to fill lockers while keeping
parts protected.

• 4 Compartments High (ea 1'-8"H) 
• 4 Compartments Wide (ea. 2' W)
• 16 GA Galvanized Shelves
• Ceiling Panels
• 2'W x 1'-8"H Door Size

Padlock hasps come standard but lockers
will accept and of WireCrafters other
lock options.

• 2" x 2" GA Welded Wire Mesh
• Mesh Welded to Angle Frame
• 2" x 2" 14 GA Sq. Tube Posts
• Hinged Doors
• Padlock Hasps

For questions or more information, please contact C&E at 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

Upcoming Seminar: Safeguarding Potential Hazardous Machine Operation

Join C&E for the "Safeguarding Potential Hazardous Machine Operation" seminar at the next Industrial Automation Expo. In this seminar, C&E's Safety Specialist, Heinz Knackstedt, will guide you through the steps to provide safe and effective machines and processes. Learn to identify possible hazardous situations encountered while performing tasks using the Risk Assessment process. Determine the level of risk to help select the risk reduction measure(s) which reduces that risk to an acceptable level by utilizing safeguarding devices and Banner's expandable safety controller. This seminar will be held at the two expos listed below and we'd love to see you there! CLICK HERE for more information and registration. 

C&E's Industrial Automation Expo is manufacturer's-driven to share ideas and technology keeping manufacturing alive in America. Our vision is "To be recognized by our customers, suppliers, and employees as one of the Midwest market leaders and trusted advisors for industrial automation products and solutions." 

• This event is NO CHARGE; C&E and our suppliers host these to support our customers - Lunch provided
• Workshops/Seminars throughout the day highlighting safety, automation, vision, controls, and motion products
• Supporting all your questions and interests with out product specialists, technical support, and supplier representatives

Tuesday, May 24th, 2016
Centre Park of West Chester
5800 Muhlhauser Road
West Chester, OH 45069

Thursday, May 26th, 2016
Tropicana Evansville
421 NW Riverside Drive
Evansville, IN 47708

For questions or more information, please call 800-228-2790. Thank you! 

Upcoming Seminar: Siemens "Totally Integrated Automation"

Join C&E for the Siemens "Totally Integrated Automation" seminar at the next Industrial Automation Expo. Learn how Totally Integrated Automation (TIA) allows for the holistic optimization of the production process. Siemens SIMATIC S7-1200 & S7-1500 with TIA Portal offers new possibilities to further increase machine productivity and make engineering processes more efficient. TIA Portal seamlessly integrates safety technology for the protection of personnel, machinery, and the environment. This seminar will be held at the two expos listed below and we'd love to see you there! CLICK HERE for more information and registration.

C&E's Industrial Automation Expo is manufacturer's-driven to share ideas and technology keeping manufacturing alive in America. Our vision statement is "To be recognized by our customers, suppliers, and employees as one of the Midwest market leaders and trusted advisors for industrial automation products and solutions." 

• This event is NO CHARGE; C&E and our suppliers host these to support our customers - Lunch provided
• Workshops/Seminars throughout the day highlighting safety, automation, vision, controls, and motion products
• Supporting all your questions and interests with out product specialists, technical support, and supplier representatives

                                                                  

Tuesday, May 24th, 2016
Centre Parl of West Chester
5800 Muhlhauser Road
West Chester, OH 45069

Thursday, May 26th, 2016
Tropicana Evansville
421 NW Riverside Drive
Evansville, IN 47708

           

For questions or more information, please call 800-228-2790. Thank you!