Dwyer Instruments, Inc.
Michigan City, IN 46361 0373
Nov 21, 2006 Accepting all standard process signals such as 4-20 mA, 1-5 V, and 0-5 V, Series FIV flow rate/totalizer/batch controllers feature 7-segement LED display that provides 4½ digits of flow rate and 6 digits of total. For applications requiring more than display of rate or total, meters can be equipped with 2 relays and 4-20 mA retransmission output. Relays can also be used for alarming based on flow rate or for batch controlling based on flow total.

Rockwell Automation
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Nov 16, 2006 Measuring 4 x 3.5 x 5 in., SmartGuard 600 is suitable for applications that fall between safety relays and safety PLCs. It integrates 16 safety-rated inputs, 8 safety-rated outputs, 4 pulse test sources, USB port for configuration, and DeviceNet port that supports both standard and CIP safety communication in single package. Built-in DeviceNet port allows users to expand number of safety I/Os by controlling up to 32 Allen-Bradley Guard I/O safety modules.

Bosch Rexroth Corp., Corporate Headquarters
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192-3707
Nov 14, 2006 Able to control up to 10 stepper and servo motors, NYCe4000 Motion Control system integrates complete control and drive hardware in one unit. Compact multi-axis system features up to 120 digital and analog inputs/outputs, as well as open software architecture for automating modules and complete machines with optimal code protection for OEM. Up to 62 controllers can be operated in network using standard PC technology.

Columbia Marking Tools, Inc.
Chesterfield, MI 48047
Oct 05, 2006 With features and remote troubleshooting capabilities specific to part marking and vision reading applications, PCS-2000 works with dot-peen, laser, and scribe marking machines. On-screen video programming, displayed on 15 in. LCD monitor with 1,024 x 768 pixel resolution and touchscreen keyboard, shows operators how to input or change marking information. Product is preloaded with Windows® XP Professional and additional software designed for specific marking applications.

Southwestern Industries, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Oct 02, 2006 Along with 4.09 in. spindle through-hole and geared head, TRAK TRL 2460SX features 2-speed tailstock, P5 tapered roller bearings, and digital servo motors. Lathe can be used manually with assists from CNC to perform tapers and radii, and complete part programs can be done directly from print by naming geometry required and then answering prompts. ProtoTRAK SLX CNC offers Spreadsheet Editing(TM), informative graphics and networking capabilities as well as optional DXF file converters.

Fortress Interlocks Ltd
Erlanger, KY 41018
Sep 28, 2006 Comprised of modular door locks, bolt locks, and key exchange units, mGard trapped key safety interlocks come with rotary switches for power or control isolation. Sequencing system, available in 1-10 module versions, offers up to 39,000 different sequences. Products control access to enclosed areas and can be extended or trimmed down. Door, bolt, and key exchange modules are available with 20, 32, 63, or 150 A rotary switches and feature die-cast zinc body with pearl bronze finish.

Telemetrics Inc.
Mahwah, NJ 07430 3119
Sep 22, 2006 Desktop CP-ITV3-D100 Control Panel is designed for use with Sony and Elmo PTZ cameras, and CP-ITV3-VC-C4 with Canon PTZ cameras. Both control up to 4 cameras using proportional rate joystick for simultaneous control of pan, tilt, and zoom functions. Joystick includes pushbuttons for vertical height adjustment of Telepod Motorized Camera Pedestal. Unit provides interaction with local/remote panels connected via RS-232 for control from multiple locations.

Renishaw, Inc.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
Sep 12, 2006 Providing core enabling technology for Renscan5 five-axis coordinate measuring machine (CMM) inspection system, UCC2 offers configurable package that promotes probing flexibility and throughput without compromising metrology performance. Multi-axis controller supports I++DME protocol and utilizes machine dynamic compensation techniques and optional scanning plug-in. Along with 4-axis control, features include calibration routines for Renishaw probe technology and complete error map.

Smith Flow Control
Erlanger, KY 41018
Sep 08, 2006 Integrated with any size ball, plug, gate, butterfly, or globe valve, QL and GL Mechanical Valve Interlocks ensure potentially hazardous valve operations are performed in correct sequence, eliminating possibility of operator error or deliberate sabotage. Units are 316 SS for long-term operation in harsh onshore and offshore conditions. Operation is by cast stainless steel coded card keys, which push in and pull out of weather-sealed apertures in lock body.

Num Corp., Schneider Electric
Naperville, IL 60563 1452
Aug 08, 2006 Configured with CNC, motors/drivers, and software, Gear Control Systems include embedded machining cycles for gear hobbing, shaping, or grinding. Automatic gear/tool alignment is governed by graphical and conversational menu-driven HMI. With Simple Electronic Gear Box package, CNC synchronizes cutter rotation and axial tool motion with rotation of work piece. With Full Electronic Gear Box package, CNC adds tangential tool movement to synchronization of Z and C axes.

Pilz Automation Safety L.P.
Canton, MI 48187
Jun 21, 2006 With decentralized, modular I/O, PSSuniversal offers standard and safety control solution for mid- to top-range automation needs. It enables communication via all common standard fieldbus systems in combination with SafetyBUS p safe bus system. Various head modules are connected alongside base modules and are available with screw or cage clamp terminals. Control provides freedom from feedback, enable functionality, and block-switching function.

Milacron Inc.
Cincinnati, OH 45206
Jun 13, 2006 Mosiac control consists of 15 in. TFT touchscreen display with keyboard mounted on swing arm. Sealed to IP65, panel is driven by industrial computer with 600 MHz Celeron processor and 1 GB flash drive for data storage. Control provides 5-stage extrusion profiling with graphical setup, 10-stage injection profile and 10-stage pack and hold with real-time graphing, simultaneous monitoring of 16 user-selectable process parameters, and process graphics with 13 time/position-based graphs.

Vibra Screw, Inc.
Totowa, NJ 07511
May 31, 2006 Featuring RL 920i(TM) technology, Weigh Batch Controller System incorporates soft-touch keyboard with back-lit LCD display, with 10 user-defined and 14 pre-set functions. Unit can operate in both gain-in-weight and loss-in-weight modes and provides automatic refill or bag change functions in loss-in-weight mode. With rugged SS enclosure, it automatically transfers in multi-speed batch processing, supporting both bulk speed and dribble speed.

Vega CNC
Troy, MI 48083
May 03, 2006 Windows-based Vega MX2 incorporates high-speed block processing algorithms and integrated dynamic acceleration/deceleration interpolator with block look ahead. Supporting manual and CAD/CAM generated programs, CNC features hand wheel and pushbutton jog interfaces as well as programmable cycles, origins, mirroring, scaling, tool length, and cutter diameter compensation. Able to interface with ac and dc servo systems, it can have up to 216 I/O points.

Penmar Automation Inc.
Newmarket, ON L3Y 7V1
Apr 18, 2006 Installing directly into existing brake press control panels, Command Stamp Brake Press Control ties together all safety guards and monitoring devices on presses with diverse redundancy to verify and maintain safe operations. It optimizes safety of brake press operations in compliance with CSA Safety Standard Z142-02. Illuminated display indicates operational modes and system faults. Supporting 2 run stands, unit includes dual inputs for safety gates and light curtains.

Scientific Technologies Inc.
Fremont, CA 94555
Apr 05, 2006 Approved for use in Class I, Div. 2 gas and dust applications, electrically coded EC-S2 individually monitors up to 2 read heads to provide category 4 system. Monitored feedback loop allows unit to function as safety monitoring relay, while 6 A/24 Vdc switching capability allows connection directly to power contactors. Tamper-resistant system suits sliding or swinging guard doors where high levels of vibration or misalignment up to 0.5 in. are expected.

Heidenhain Corp.
Schaumburg, IL 60173-5337
Mar 22, 2006 Featuring expandable I/O capabilities, full-function TNC 320 provides 5-axis control and includes analog drive interface. Its 15 in. TFT color flat-panel display offers 1,024 x 768 pixel resolution, relaying programming graphics and on-screen user support. Main computer uses conversational programming as standard; G-code programming is possible with addition of USB keyboard. Unit also features CF memory card as well as RS 232, USB, and Ethernet data interfaces.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
Jan 30, 2006 Intended for piezo-driven nanopositioning systems, modular Model E-621.CR features analog and networkable digital interfaces. It integrates low-noise piezo power amplifier, high-speed servo controller, and sensor electronics for absolute-measuring capacitive nanopositioning sensors. For position stability, 20-bit A/D and D/A converters are incorporated. Model E-621 can be operated stand-alone or plugged into chassis with up to 12 slots for multi-axis applications.

Rockwell Automation
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Jan 24, 2006 Featuring built-in 4-port Ethernet switch for connecting I/O blocks, Allen-Bradley GuardPLC 1600 and 1800 safety controllers are offered with choice of 4 distributed I/O modules. Digital modules include 8 input/8 output and 16 input/8 output versions with bipolar outputs for use with robot controllers. Analog module has 8 safety-rated inputs and 4 standard analog outputs, and relay module has 8 isolated relays for switching power or providing dry contact as enable signal.

Rockwell Automation
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Dec 20, 2005 Featuring Integrated Architecture, GuardLogix Controllers use RSLogix 5000 programming software, which helps manage safety memory so users do not have to manually partition logic to isolate safety-related data. Safety memory can be read by standard logic and external devices such as HMIs. Controllers leverage Common Industrial Protocol Safety on DeviceNet for safety I/O connectivity, and Ethernet/IP for safety interlocking between GuardLogix processors.