Omron Scientific Technologies Inc.
Fremont, CA 94555
Jul 01, 2008 Offered in EPDM for resistance to ozone and weathering, Model SGE-88 mounts with double-sided tape, while Model SGE-1510 mounts with integrated angle on profile. Units are protected from damage by outer covering of non-conductive rubber that allows actuation angles up to 90°. If moving part with safety edge strikes operator, or vice versa, safety edge is depressed and will send signal to power source to stop. Applications include gates, doors, machines, automatic mixers, and scissor lifts.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
Jun 19, 2008 Designed for piezo nanopositioning systems with up to 6 axes, E-712 features up to 50 kHz sensor update rate, 20-bit D/A converters, and 600 MHz processor. It has Ethernet interface for remote control, real-time operating system, integrated power amplifiers, and optional external high-power amplifiers. With higher-order polynomials-based digital linearization algorithms, unit offers positioning accuracy of 99.999% of travel range, and also eliminates tracking errors.

Technosoft S.A.
  Switzerland
Jun 09, 2008 Designed to meet machine builders' current automation needs, TMC-3D combines 8-axis motion controller and digital servo drive in same unit. Based on MotionChip(TM) technology, it controls (via CAN-bus) up to 8 Technosoft intelligent drives (including itself). Embedded servo drive is designed for dc, brushless, and step motors up to 640 W. Controller generates 3D and 2½-D trajectories and sends reference to slaves as PVT (position, velocity, time) points via CAN-bus.

Physik Instrumente (PI)
Auburn, MA 01501
May 15, 2008 Modular Digital Piezo Controller System E-712 offers up to 50 kHz sensor update rate. It includes 20-bit D/A converters enabling subnanometer position resolution over travel ranges of over 1,000 µm. Featuring real-time OS, it offers auto-calibration and remote control via TCP/IP interface. Software-tunable proportional-integral digital servo with 2 notch filters allows operation of piezomechanics close to resonant frequency. USB, RS-232, and Ethernet interfaces are included.

FKI Logistex North America
St. Louis, MO 63132
Apr 23, 2008 Supporting UniSort® sliding shoe and linear belt sorters, controls provide automated calibration and monitoring. Multi-speed operation allows facilities to adjust sortation operations for higher speeds on high-demand days or during peak seasons, while energy saving mode automatically shuts down sorters during periods of inactivity. Automated diagnostics, including tracking alignment, divert precision, and switch mechanism testing, provide problem identification and corrective action.

Omega Engineering, Inc.
Stamford, CT 06907
Apr 04, 2008 XL OCS features built-in I/O with removable terminal blocks, daylight readable touch screen display to facilitate process visualization and machine control, operator interface, and 2 serial ports with downloadable protocol. Measuring 3.75 in. square, compact and palm-sized unit includes support for MicroSD(TM) memory modules. It is suited for applications in water treatment, packaging, and agriculture industries.

Pilz Automation Safety L.P.
Canton, MI 48187
Mar 05, 2008 SafetyEYE consists of a sensing device and control unit. Image data is transferred via a fiber optic cable to the control unit which evaluates the monitored area in 3D. If the control unit detects an object in a detection zone, SafetyEYE initiates a safe stop for the process or machine. The System can perform standard control functions as well as monitor multiple independent operations simultaneously.

Banner Engineering Corp.
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Jan 24, 2008 Designed to comply with ANSI B11.19 and ISO 13851 (EN 574) Type IIIC requirements, DUO-TOUCH®l run bar interfaces with DUO-TOUCH SG 2-hand control modules, SC22-3 safety controllers, and other Type IIIC control systems. It comes with 2 preinstalled diverse-redundant, microcontroller-based photoelectric STB touch buttons that include continuous internal self-checking. Featuring 13 ga cold-rolled steel construction, bar suits general initiation of cycle on different equipment.

Cummins Power Generation Americas
Minneapolis, MN 55432
Jan 16, 2008 Designed on modular platform to facilitate data communication between generator set components, Command® generator set controls are available in 3 configurations, depending on complexity of power system and customer needs. Units include main control board and HMI that provides intuitive generator set operation for all generator set functions, including metering, configuration, and fault diagnostics. Unit includes backlit graphics on LCD display and manual/off/auto function switches.

Precise Automation LLC
Los Altos, CA 94024
Nov 27, 2007 Guidance 1400 series multiaxis robotic motion controller contains 4 motor drivers, encoder input channels, 700 MIPS processor, digital inputs and outputs, Ethernet, and RS-232 interfaces. It can output motor bus voltages from 24-48 Vdc and up to 500 W total motor power. User Interface is based on internal web server and vision software includes measurement tools and object locator that can locate multiple instances of parts in any orientation.

Crane Electronics, Inc.
Moline, IL 61265
Nov 23, 2007 Used in assembly operations, Wireless Tool Control System provides complete control over selection and use of digital torque wrench. Operator logs on to wireless control system, which selects correct socket for particular vehicle. When correct socket has been selected, system transmits details of torque tasks to digital torque wrench. Wrench receives torque requirements and specifications via Bluetooth from Control System and instructs sequence of fastenings to be carried out.

Banner Engineering Corp.
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Nov 16, 2007 Minimizing possibility of accidental actuation, DUO-TOUCH® Run Bar interfaces with DUO-TOUCH SG 2-Hand Control Modules, SC22-3 Safety Controllers, or other Type IIIC control systems to facilitate actuation. Dual diverse-redundant, self-checking, MCU-based photoelectric STB Buttons minimize risk of defeat and are immune to ambient light, EMI, and RFI. Constructed of 13-gauge cold-rolled steel, ergonomic design reduces hand, wrist, and arm stresses.

Banner Engineering Corp.
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Nov 02, 2007 Model SC22-3 integrates E-stop buttons, interlocking switches, safety light screens, 2-hand controls, safety mats, and rope pulls. It features 22 input terminals that monitor both contact-based and PNP solid-state input devices, and each input circuit is configurable to monitor input signal or provide 24 Vdc sources when needed. Unit meets Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 3 per IEC 62061 and IEC 61508 and Category 4 Performance Level (PL e) per ISO 13849-1.

Beijer Electronics, Inc.
Schaumberg, IL 60173-5921
Oct 31, 2007 Weighing 1.3 kg, IP65-rated EXTER M70 features TFT display with 640 x 480 pixels, enabling objects and images to be presented with high level of detail. Handheld unit includes red safety stop on front and can be configured with password-protected security levels so that parameters and actions can be dedicated to password holders. Designed for left- and right-handed use, panel enables connection of cable on either side and has rounded handle for comfortable grip.

Danaher Motion/Portescap
Radford, VA 24141
Oct 19, 2007 Integrating precision motion with industrial computer capable of autonomous machine control, eZMP SynqNet® Controller supports up to 64 axes of motion and up to 17,000 points of I/O control. Unit includes built-in Ethernet, USB, video, and PCI connectivity. Controller also acts as motion network master for plug-and-play SynqNet amplifiers and I/O devices. It utilizes Windows XPe OS and can be programmed using Visual Basic, C/C++/C#, or other 3rd party software.

SICK, Inc.
Minneapolis, MN 55438
Oct 09, 2007 Featuring IP67 enclosure rating, Models UE4457 and UE4427 can be mounted on machine using quick-disconnect technology. Remote I/O devices feature 6 dual channel safety-capable inputs that may also function as single-channel inputs, 12 test/signal outputs, and 2 bipolar safety-capable outputs. In addition, Model UE4457 also supports 2 safety data link connections that can be used in conjunction with intelligent safety products.

ICS Triplex
Maldon Essex CM9 4LA  United Kingdom
Oct 03, 2007 Designed for oil and gas industry, AADvance Safety and Critical Control Systems (SCCS) enables users to operate and update entire plant-wide safety systems from one access point. Combined hardware and software solution delivers flexibility and scalability through its distributed nature, which consists of modular controller hardware situated close to plant it protects. Solution also helps minimize use of heavy cabling and installation time.

Honeywell Sensing and Control
Golden Valley, MN 55422 3935
Sep 17, 2007 Safety Solutions Packages, comprised of bundled safety switches and safety control modules, facilitate machine safety planning process by providing ready-made physical protective guarding plan. Solutions cover machine protective guard applications such as pick and place packaging and assembly equipment, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, plastic molding equipment, woodworking, textile and printing machinery, and custom equipment.

Euchner-USA, Inc.
East Syracuse, NY 13057
Aug 15, 2007 Featuring keypad with 14 freely configurable membrane keys, HBA-096692 lets users apply symbols and functions to said keys, as required, using printed slide-in strips from any standard printer. All membrane keys are also equipped with white LEDs that indicate important information on status of key to user by remaining on/off or flashing. Built-in emergency stop and maximum of 10 enabling switches make this unit suited for use in dangerous areas.

Toyoda Machinery USA Inc.
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Jun 07, 2007 Allowing users to store data up to 64 different work pieces in resident memory, Model GC50 CNC grinder control is composed of hardware and software with integrated PLC. Product comes with automatic work speed, feedrate calculation, photo-enhanced maintenance instructions, and moveable pop-up windows for running position location. On-screen touch pad eliminates need for alpha-numeric keypad and makes it possible for operator to work without memorizing instruction manual.