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MAY 21, 2025

UNIMOTION has introduced the LMCA series for industrial motion applications that require precision and power, such as direct drive laser cutting. The LMCA series features high force density, low winding temperature, and reduced cogging force to support consistent performance and accuracy in demanding environments. The LMCA linear motors offer increased force density, providing approximately 3050% […] The post LMCA linear motors introduced for precision laser cutting appeared first on Desig

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MAY 21, 2025

AutomationDirect has added ifm fail-safe inductive sensors featuring (2) OSSD outputs that can be connected to a safety relay for safety applications requiring the detection of metal objects. These sensors are designed to trigger a safe state (like stopping a machine) if the sensor fails, reducing the risk of injury to personnel or damage to… The post ifm fail-safe inductive sensors added by AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 21, 2025

Allient Inc. has announced the next step in its brand development, consolidating all of its technology units under the Allient name along with corresponding geographic identifiers. This transition will involve rebranding technology units such as ORMEC Systems, Heidrive GmbH, and SNC Manufacturing to align with the Allient naming structure. For instance, ORMEC Systems will be… The post Unifying technology units under a single global brand identity appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 19, 2025

AutomationDirect has added Pfannenberg DTT 6000 series top-mounted air conditioners which are 100% condensate safe, provide up to 14,000 BTU/H, and are ideal for space-saving installation on the top of a NEMA 12 control enclosure. Pfannenbergs DTS series 3000 air conditioners are made in the USA, offer cooling capacities up to 25,000 BTU/H, and can… The post Air conditioners, air-to-water heat exchangers, and premium quick filters from AutomationDirect appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 19, 2025

Every industrial market segment employs enclosures, extending from power and energy, oil and gas, and water and wastewater to manufacturing, communications, and transportation. Enclosures’ primary role is to protect vital components and devices from external environmental hazards and, in turn, protect imperative and often expensive connected equipment, such as automated manufacturing, robotic, pumping,… The post Optimizing enclosures for extreme operating environments appeared firs

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MAY 15, 2025

igus is proud to announce that its e-loop modular cable carrier has been selected as the winner of the 2025 American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Woelfel Best Mechanical Engineering Achievement (BMEA) Award. The award was officially presented at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) on May 6, in Houston, at the igus booth #3565. The […] The post igus wins ASME Award for e-loop cable management system appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 15, 2025

Hirose has developed an automotive wire-to-board connector that meets the GMW3191 standard for low-voltage automotive applications and the ADM-F-0006 vibration test standard to ensure reliability and durability in harsh environments. Featuring a unique contact spring structure for vibration resistance and a rugged center lock that prevents mis-mating, the KM32A Series offers a tensile/pry strength of […] The post Automotive wire-to-board connector meets low-voltage standard appeared first

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MAY 16, 2025

Electronic circuits use zero-ohm jumpers to simplify routing, manufacturability, testing, and enable various design options. Jumpers with higher current capability allow for a smaller jumper chip to be used, which can reduce the space needed for a design. Traditional thick film jumpers handle up to 3 amps, while high-current versions max out at 10 amps. […] The post SMD jumpers handle overload currents up to 158 A for power applicatio appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 19, 2025

AutomationDirect has added Comepi SB series pre-assembled polycarbonate control stations, which offer emergency stop and start/stop combo options. The emergency stop control stations include one red mushroom head twist-to-release pushbutton with various contact configurations. Models with guards that are padlockable and models with M12 quick-disconnects are available.

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MAY 14, 2025

At Automate 2025, the Design World staff also chatted with engineers at several booths about connectivity, robotics, and material-handling topics. Innovations reflect the industrys evolution toward more powerful actuation, modularity for reconfigurability, and integrated safety support. Read about it here … Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025.

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MAY 14, 2025

AutomationDirect has added AchieVe FKL series 18mm tubular photoelectric sensors, which feature a rugged nickel-plated brass construction and a high IP67 protection rating. They employ Class 1 or Class 2 red lasers to provide sensing distances up to 50 meters. These sensors, in diffuse with background suppression, diffuse, polarized retroreflective, and through-beam sensing styles, offer… The post AchieVe FKL Series 18mm tubular metal photoelectric sensors from AutomationDirect appeared fi

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MAY 13, 2025

In addition to presentations and technical sessions, several dozen companies have announced new technologies at this years Automate Show. Some of these have been released in announcements: Festo Didactic to showcase workforce development at Automate Columbus McKinnon showcases conveyance systems at Automate 2025 Festo showing multi-axis positioning systems at Automate Automate 2025 builds on years […] The post Day 1: New technologies at Automate 2025 appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 13, 2025

PIs new B-421 BIX nanopositioning stages are compact, high-precision linear positioning systems designed for applications requiring reliable and accurate motion in extremely space-constrained environments. Equipped with integrated linear encoders with 6 nanometer position resolution and advanced dual-phase piezo inertia motors, BIX stages deliver smooth, backlash-free performance with excellent repeatability, and a minimum incremental motion of […] The post Miniaturized piezo linear stages

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MAY 13, 2025

Fischer Connectors has expanded the Fischer UltiMate Series with a pre-cabled USB-C connector featuring the company’s new Ratchet Locking System (RLS). The connector maintains connection stability during vibration and shock for data transfer in sectors including defense, mining, construction, motorsports, and railways. The Fischer UltiMate USB-C connector with RLS combines data transmission capabilities with mechanical […] The post USB-C connector withstands 5.35 Grms vibration in ha

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MAY 12, 2025

Moog Construction used Bauma 2025 as the stage for introducing its Adaptive Electrification Management System, which reduces the cost and complexity of designing, building, operating, and repairing electric off-highway vehicles. The Adaptive Electrification Management System is a patent-pending electronics solution and part of Moog Constructions award-winning TerraTech electrification portfolio.

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MAY 12, 2025

Karolyn Ellingson, Head of Industrial Workforce Development, will demonstrate Festo Didactics learning systems at the organization’s Automate 2025 booth. Festo Didactic offers unmatched hands-on training across a variety of automation fields, Ellingson said. Our learning materials and equipment are developed by automation experts to create safe, efficient, and realistic Industry 4.0 working environments, ensuring that… The post Festo Didactic to showcase workforce development at Auto

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MAY 12, 2025

Rollon has launched a new size 200 for its high-precision TH ball screw-driven linear actuator. This addition expands the existing range and offers new opportunities for designers and engineers requiring greater performance and flexibility in demanding applications. The TH actuator series is known for its compact design and positioning accuracy, with repeatability within 5 m,… The post Rollon expands TH actuator range with new size 200 appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 11, 2025

AutomationDirect has added Lumher vision lighting fixtures, including bar, ring, flat, and spot lights. Bar lights are available in two series: the standard power PD series and the high-power FD series, which emit twice the light from the same package. They are available in semi-diffuse and ultra-diffuse lighting angles, as well as in white, red,… The post AutomationDirect offers Lumher machine vision lighting appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 11, 2025

DigiKeyinvites attendees of Automate 2025 to visit its booth 6218 in Detroit. Visitors to DigiKeys booth can learn about the latest automation innovations, including its vast product breadth, innovative new product introductions (NPIs), industry-leading manufacturers and value-added services, as well as view technical demonstrations and participate in prize giveaways.

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MAY 11, 2025

Automate 2025 is here back in Detroit from May 12 to 15, 2025. Design World has covered this show for many years and here are some of the announcements from last week: ECM unveils ultra-compact servomotor with integrated strain-wave gearing ahead of Automate 2025 Renishaw RCS products and rugged encoders featured at Automate… The post Automate 2025 builds on years of momentum appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 7, 2025

Carlo Gavazzi Automation, a global provider of electronic equipment, introduces three new series of ultrasonic sensors with integrated IO-Link communication: the Carlo Gavazzi UA12, UA18, and UA30 ASD IO Series. Their compact design, reduced blind zone, improved sensing range, and simplified teach procedure support efficient performance in industrial applications.

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MAY 7, 2025

AutomationDirect has added AttaBox Heartland/Heartland SL series hinged screw cover enclosures that provide an alternative to conventional latch enclosures. The hinged screw cover configuration gives the enclosure the highest level of protection against water intrusion (NEMA 6P), and the polycarbonate resin in the Heartland series has attained the best available F1 rating, having passed critical… The post AutomationDirect adds AttaBox hinged screw cover enclosures appeared first on Design

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MAY 7, 2025

IDEC Corporation has expanded its operator interface (OI) family with its new HG1J Series touchscreen. This device uses the latest innovations to provide vivid visualizations and responsive multi-touch operation, all in an extremely compact form factor so the technology can be used in more applications than ever before. The HG1J Series is the successor of… The post IDEC 4.3-in.

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MAY 5, 2025

Amprius Technologies announced the launch of its 450 Wh/kg SiCore lithium-ion battery. This is the company’s most energy-dense SiCore cell, offering 450 Wh/kg and 950 Wh/L, and is expected to move to mass production in the near term through its global manufacturing partners.Built with a proprietary silicon anode material system, this SiCore cell delivers up… The post Amprius launches new production-ready 450 Wh/kg SiCore battery for aerospace appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 5, 2025

Looking at the state of geopolitics in 2025 At the recent National Fluid Power Associations Annual Conference in Tucson, brothers Alex and Eugene Chausovsky of the New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy spoke about geopolitical disruption and what it can mean for manufacturers. They highlighted how today we have a multipolarity in the world,… The post May 2025 Issue: Navigating the new automated warehouse appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 5, 2025

binder introduced new M12 L- and T-coded connectors with stainless steel locking mechanisms for demanding industrial environments: the 813 (T-coded) and 823 (L-coded) series. These field-attachable M12 connectors are IP67-rated, providing protection against dust and water, with a mechanical service life of over 100 mating cycles. The 813 series has a 4-pole configuration, and the… The post binder announces new M12 L- and T-coded connectors for harsh environments appeared first on Design Wo

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MAY 5, 2025

Function, purity, and process are key considerations when researching aerospace materials. Daniel Hess, applications engineer at NuSil, explains silicones unique characteristics and guidance for choosing the right material. Humans have used silicone-based materials for thousands of years, with archaeological evidence from ancient Chinese, Egyptian, and Phoenician cultures.

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MAY 5, 2025

With over $200,000 raised toward its $325,000 goal, the PTDA Foundation is progressing in its efforts to support workforce development in 2025. As the power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) industry experiences increased demand for skilled workers, the Foundation is providing support to both emerging and existing professionals through focused programs.

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MAY 4, 2025

METCASE has launched TECHNOMET TX, a new range of tower enclosures for tabletop electronic instrumentation. Designed to conserve workstation space, these new aluminum enclosures are suitable for applications in test and measurement, industrial control, medical and wellness devices, peripheral equipment, communications, and laboratory use. Like other models in METCASEs TECHNOMET range, the new TX features… The post METCASE launches TECHNOMET TX for desktop instrumentation appeared first on

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MAY 4, 2025

OKW has extended its RAILTEC B range of DIN rail enclosures by adding a new panel version with pluggable front and side panels. The RAILTEC BP M22 can hold plug headers (up to 1 or 2 x 16-pin, 5.08, fixed or pluggable). It is suitable for various applications, including DIN-rail-mounted measuring and control devices. These… The post OKWs new RAILTEC panel enclosures for individual DIN rail devices appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 1, 2025

Remember what Beaulieu said about tariffs. In late January of this year, I was fortunate enough to see our industrys beloved economist Alan Beaulieu present at the A3 Business Forum in Orlando. As hes announced his retirement, that keynote was likely the last time folks in our industry will get hear him speak. Beaulieu will… The post May 2025 Special Edition: Power Transmission Guide appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 1, 2025

A better future is a key focus for all manufacturers in the aviation industry, and every manufacturer is working toward that solution in their own way. Austin Major, Group Vice President of Business Development and Global Support at Parker Aerospace, highlights what this approach means in a conversation. Q: Recently, Parker joined the consortium to… The post Sustainability, Innovation and Safety, Central to Our Approach appeared first on Design World.

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MAY 1, 2025

Ellsworth Adhesives announced a collaboration with 3M to meet demand for 3M Scotch-Weld One-Part Epoxy Adhesives 6101 and 6102. These adhesives are intended to support electronic design and improve manufacturing efficiency. Several electronics manufacturers have reported operational improvements after switching to the new one-part epoxies. One company noted increased throughput and reduced work-in-progress materials, resulting… The post Ellsworth Adhesives, 3M partner to distribute one-par

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APRIL 29, 2025

Same Sky‘s Motion and Control Group has expanded its motion and control accessories product line with the addition of the SPK family of plastic knobs. These knobs are designed for compatibility with Same Sky’s rotary potentiometers and panel mount incremental encoders that feature 6 mm diameter D-cut shafts. The SPK product family includes both ribbed […] The post Knobs feature 8.5 – 19.45 mm heights for potentiometers appeared first on Design World.

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APRIL 29, 2025

Infineon Technologies AG introduces the XENSIV TLE4960x magnetic switch family. Developed in accordance with ISO 26262, the TLE4960x switches integrate diagnostic functions to support functional safety applications with requirements up to ASIL B. They are the only ASIL-B-compliant switches on the market that can address a wide range of automotive applications, including window regulators, sunroof […] The post Automotive-grade sensors operate across extended temperature range from -40 C to

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APRIL 29, 2025

The Si-Fly cable assembly from Samtec lets you mount connectors to a board while going under cooling components. High-speed digital ICs such as microprocessors, GPUs, ASICs, and electrical-to-optical converters need clean signals, and they generate lots of heat. To minimize the PCB traces where signals travel, engineers need to mount cables as close to the […] The post Cable assembly mounts next to high-speed ICs appeared first on Design World.

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AutomationDirect has added Helukabels HELUKAT industrial Ethernet and Profinet cables featuring a halogen-free, flame-retardant, and durable construction built to support a variety of industrial requirements. New Type B, Type B Hybrid (with power conductors), Type R, and Type C Profinet cables are designed to provide reliable data transmission in dynamic or harsh industrial applications while… The post Helukabel HELUKAT Ethernet and Profinet cable from AutomationDirect appeared first on De

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