SICK, Inc.
Bloomington, MN 55438
Nov 11, 2003 Model RE 4000 combines with Model RE 300 safety switch to provide non-contact, fail safe operation and protection against tampering. It enables individual monitoring of up to 6 safety interlocks, each with status indication, from single control. Manually adjustable between 0-15 seconds, time delay function provides output signal for emergency stopping, under control, mechanical interlock switches, and for interfacing with PLCs and PC controllers.

Service Network Inc.
Auburn, MA 01501
Sep 09, 2003 Suited for use with Heald CF (Controlled Force) internal grinders, Hi-Rez System consists of servo and ballscrew driven cross-slide along with SNI customized internal grinding electronic control package. System delivers cross-slide resolution of .000010 in. Package eliminates need for OEM components such as compensating mechanism, first size larger/smaller unit, wheelwear switches, stepping motor drive, and electronic cross-slide control unit.

Intelligent Motion Systems, Inc.
Marlborough, CT 06447-1334
Aug 29, 2003 Offered with optional DeviceNet machine control interface, MicroLYNX panel mounted assembly employs bipolar stepper motor microstepping drive. Unit measures 2.4 x 3.5 x 2.9 in. and is available with 2 different Drive Output Selections: 12–48 Vdc, 3 A rms - 4 A peak or 24–75 Vdc, 5 A rms - 7 A peak. DeviceNet version is designed to conform with ODVA Volume II, Release 2.0 Errata 3 as Position Controller. Communication with device is accomplished via I/O or Explicit Messaging.

Danly IEM
Cleveland, OH 44130
Aug 08, 2003 Milfab® POS-Z-CAM positive return cams come in 4 models rated from 5–15 tons and can be mounted at any angle up to 15°. Suited for high volume production, cams include option of case hardened slide with self-lubricating graphite inserts and soft, large mounting face for punch retainer attachment.

BTR Controls, Inc.
Elgin, IL 60123
Jun 20, 2003 Dedicated Distributed Controller™ consists of 2 user-defined components. NEMA 4x main display panel includes up to six 22 mm operators, 12-position keypad, hard-wired Emergency Stop operator, LCD or vacuum fluorescent display, and C-programmable processor with flash memory. Second component consists of local or remote plug-in Smart Interface Modules and system power supply. System uses Modbus for internal communications; external communications are accommodated as plug-in modules.

TRUMPF Inc.
Farmington, CT 06032
Jun 11, 2003 Windows®-based Series DA69 TWVP controls for Series V CNC Press Brakes feature color display and ability to simulate up to 99 different bends and 15 different tool stations. Flat screen provides 2D graphics and is available with 3D visualization or 3D visualization/programming upgrade. Controls include expanded memory for program and tool storage, and faster processing speeds for network access. USB ports allow connections for keyboard, printer, and barcode reader.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., Corporate Headquarters
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707
May 23, 2003 Model RC 2-2 features 2 proportional inputs, 2 frequency inputs, 4 switched inputs, 2 proportional outputs, and 2 switched outputs. Interfaces include RS232 and CAN-Bus, for integration into electronic network of machines. Powerful 16-bit micro-controller module offers monitoring functions and is water and dust proof. It is suitable for load-limiting control, pump control, and constant-speed drives.

Trol Systems Inc.
Harrisburg, PA 17113
May 16, 2003 Model T6M combines indexer, power supply, and PLC into one module measuring 4 x 3 x 4 in. Internally fan-cooled, 48 W power supply uses PWM drivers to adapt to range of stepping motors. T6 programming language provides move-to-position commands, which automatically generate acceleration and deceleration ramps. Control includes 8 inputs and 6 outputs for general-purpose use, as well as 4 inputs dedicated to motor control: Stop, Home, Jog forward and Jog reverse.

GE Fanuc
Charlottesville, VA 22906
Apr 16, 2003 i Adapt for milling adaptive control system maximizes material removal rate and minimizes cycle time by optimizing cutting feed rate based on programmed spindle load. By optimizing feed rate in real time, system compensates for assumptions and process variations to reduce cycle times. All adaptive monitoring is programmable through CNC. i Adapt can also increase tool life by applying constant and predictable cutting load.

Nexen Group, Inc.
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
Apr 10, 2003 Microprocessor-based RSD200 Dancer Arm Controller incorporates adaptive control algorithm and maintains constant tension by compensating for tension disturbances. PC-based setup and calibration eliminates need for potentiometers and manual adjustments. Automatic, closed-loop system includes digital dancer position controller, EN50 electro-pneumatic transducer, DPS 30 or 60 dancer position sensor, and power supply.

Heidenhain Corp.
Schaumburg, IL 60173-5337
Mar 07, 2003 iTNC 530 for use with Windows 2000 operating system gives machinists direct access to Windows applications during machining. Control can be integrated into company's intranet, and allows access to browser-based applications, CAD drawings, tooling sketches, and tool lists. PC keyboard with touchpad and 15 in. color flat panel display shows iTNC user interface and Windows applications.

Murdock Systems Inc.
Swansea, MA 02777
Mar 04, 2003 MS Lay-1 Revision 2.0, suited for cabling machines used in manufacturing of multi-conductor power, signal, and communication cables, operates using 100% digital PID Control and offers plug-and-play operation. Requiring no calibration, unit incorporates 2 x 20 character LCD display and 2 x 6 Keypad. Unit is available in 3 different line voltage configurations: 480 V/3-phase/60 HZ, 220 V/3-phase/60 HZ, and 220 V/single-phase/60 HZ.

Sensoray Co. Inc.
Tigard, OR 97223
Oct 25, 2002 With four, 16-bit D/A's for controlling motor amplifiers, Model 526 counts encoder pulses, measures analog voltages, and detects digital signals. It also generates analog voltages and digital outputs and has watchdog and interrupt timers. Its four, 24-bit quadrature encoder inputs may be differential (RS-422) or single-ended TTL. Counters may be configured as timers, and timers can generate single-shot pulse/pulse width modulated waveform. Unit has 8 digital I/O lines.

Innovative Support Services
Troy, MI 48083 2837
Oct 25, 2002 VEGAPost 3/5 axes NC Post Processor generates NC code and is fully configured to output correct data for selected machine tool. VEGAPost does not require users to manually edit M/G codes, feeds, and speeds. It allows for multiple files to be selected for posting, displays which files are done, and flags data errors in file. Unit with 5 axes includes head unwinding/rewind, tool length compensation, prompting for tool numbers/lengths, and prompting for units.

Bosch/Rexroth Corporation
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Oct 21, 2002 With modular system concept, open control structure, and internationally standardized interfaces, VisualMotion provides solutions for automation architectures. Intelligent drive system and servo drives allow product and process changes to be made electronically. Modular Windows-based control software synchronizes up to 32 servo axes, communicating via SERCOS, Ethernet TCP/IP, PROFIBUS-DP, DeviceNet, INTERBUS, ControlNet, and RS232/485 communication interfaces.

Dover Flexo Electronics, Inc.
Rochester, NH 03867
Sep 26, 2002 MAC MultiAmplifier Card and IMUX Tension Multiplexer provide multi-point tension monitoring. MAC amplifies signals from up to 8 tension transducers or load cells, and supplies corresponding number of 0 to 10 Vdc signals. Signals may be used as inputs to drives, PLCs, or other control devices. Additional 0 to 1 mA or 0 to l00 microA signal is supplied as meter output. IMUX can select and display up to 32 inputs from MACs or other tension amplifier devices.

Toledo Transducers Inc.
Holland, OH 43528
Sep 17, 2002 Press Attendant integrated automation and monitoring system combines die protection, tonnage monitoring, programmable limit switches, and brake monitoring into resolver-based package. Functions protect press investments by automating and alerting operator of any problems before press or die becomes damaged. Additional features include motion detect, job storage, counters, speed compensation, timed outputs, and reverse tonnage.

Double E Co., Inc.
West Bridgewater, MA 02379
Jul 29, 2002 Double E/Re Eleflex magnetic particle brake provides quick-response tension control for light-tension applications. Low-voltage 24 Vdc operation presents no safety hazards. Mega Controller connects to powder brake without current regulator. Three push-button keyboard allows easy programming of 40 functions. Three independent PID settings allow controller to have different set-ups for running, acceleration, and deceleration modes.

United Control Systems, Inc.
Princeton, NJ 08540
Jul 21, 2002 Model F805-F runs multiple formulas with multiple ingredients. Each of 200 stored formulas can have 30-step sequences to control 5 ingredient supply bins. Two-speed filling with jog feature controls each ingredient. Ingredients and formulas are identified alpha-numerically. Data acquisition features A/D conversion with rolling average calculations for 200 weighing results per second. Color touch screen display or RS-232 port provides for set-up and operation.

Num Corp., Schneider Electric
Naperville, IL 60563 1452
Jun 27, 2002 Models 1020, 1040, 1050, 1060, and 1080 Num Power CNCs have faster processor than previous models, providing faster PLC program execution times and look-ahead function. Coprocessor optimizes floating point calculations. Systems have additional multistandard serial line, additional interrupt input, and up to 1,024 PLC inputs/outputs. Remote diagnostic, CNC system back-up, and system operation are possible via Ethernet connection and TCP-IP connection software.